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Student Problem or System Problem?

Before writing an individual plan, check whether the pattern points at a system issue.

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Basics

Use initials or a case reference if you prefer to keep this anonymous.

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Student / case referenceSchoolDateCompleted byTeam / meeting

Diagnose the level

The pattern we are seeing

System signals present

Multiple students share the same patternIt concentrates in one period, course, or teacherIt concentrates in one grade level or transition pointIt follows bus routes or geographyIt follows a schedule or policy changeIt spikes after breaks or specific events

Verdict

Individual student supportSystem issue — fix the conditionBoth — do them in parallel

Student-level actionSystem-level action, owner, and date