Porter Tiered System of Supports

Tier 1 Universal Supports

Schoolwide and classroom practices that promote the development and practice of pro-social behaviors, self-discipline, habits of learning, and healthy well-being.

Melissa Giardine, Dignity Act Coordinator

Caston Binger, Dignity Act Coordinator

Kathleen Brunetta, Student Support Center Staff

Kaitlyn Jackson, School Counselor

Althea Narine, PAX Partner

Tier 2 Targeted Supports

Coordinated supports that match students’ social, emotional, and mental health needs to address the root cause of an issue.

Cathy Butler, PromiseZone Specialist

Jennifer Long, Special Education Liaison

Melissa Giardine, Social Worker

Lisa Quinones-Sherman, Section 504 Administrator

Sheila Donahue, Section 504 Liaison

Tier 3 Intensive Supports

Intensive, specialized support.

Gabby Avery, ARISE

Candace Belge, Family Support for Student Success, School Support

Vickey Mayes, Family Support for Student Success, Family Support

Melissa Giardine, Child Welfare Liaison

Carl Mannino, School Psychologist