EDC's Richard Fournier will present at the Kentucky Association of School Administrators (KASA) 2026 Annual Leadership Institute in Louisville, Kentucky.
About the Conference
We're excited to join the KASA (Kentucky Association of School Administrators) 58th Annual Leadership Institute. Education & Wellbeing expert Richard Fournier will be presenting on EDC's work helping districts strengthen their multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS).
Session
"Building Resilient School Systems: MTSS Strategies to Support Student Success"
Richard Fournier | Wednesday, July 29th 12:30–1:20pm ET
Kentucky schools face workforce shortages, accountability shifts, and rising student needs. This session offers a practical MTSS framework to integrate academic, behavioral, and wellbeing supports that strengthen teacher retention, reduce burnout, and improve outcomes. Drawing on district examples and collaborative tools, participants will explore how aligned tiered systems can enhance workforce stability, address chronic absenteeism, and elevate student success across diverse Kentucky communities.
Follow the link below to set up a time to meet with Richard before, during, or after the event:
Support
MTSS Pathways
Effective MTSS requires clear direction through complex system work. EDC guides districts through four interconnected pathways—Build, Assess, Focus, and Create—to align, strengthen, and sustain your MTSS practices across academics, behavior, and mental health.
Learn more about EDC's MTSS Pathways
MTSS Needs Assessment
EDC offers a free four-step planning tool for school and district teams to assess multi-tiered supports for academic and wellbeing development—and build an aligned, equity-centered action plan for the year ahead.
Download the MTSS Needs Assessment
Grants for Public School Districts Impacted by the Opioid Crisis
Public school districts can now apply for up to $500,000 over three years through the Public School Districts' Opioid Recovery Trust (PSDORT) Grant Program to strengthen supports for students affected by the opioid epidemic. EDC helps districts develop evidence-informed, sustainable strategies that align with PSDORT priorities, from prevention and mental health to implementation planning and evaluation.
Richard Fournier, director of Education & Wellbeing in EDC Solutions, leads EDC’s direct service work with states, districts, and schools—including consulting, technical assistance, professional development, and research—to improve students’ education and health outcomes.