COLUMBIA, Tenn. — The Tennessee Tiered Supports Center (TSC), in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE), has announced that Maury County Public Schools (MCPS) has been named a 2025-26 RTI²-A+B Change Makers Award recipient.

The Change Makers Award honors Tennessee school districts that have strengthened and aligned their Response to Instruction and Intervention for Academics and Behavior (RTI²-A+B) tiered support systems while creating lasting, sustainable improvements that positively impact every student. The recognition celebrates school districts that lead RTI²-A+B implementation with vision, purpose, and dedication.

Maury County Public Schools earned the distinction through its commitment to building strong, responsive systems of support that help ensure every student has access to the academic and behavioral interventions needed to succeed.

"This recognition reflects the dedication of our educators, administrators, and support staff who work every day to ensure students receive the support they need to thrive," said Maury County Public Schools Superintendent, Lisa Ventura. "Our RTI²-A+B framework helps us identify student needs early, provide targeted interventions, and create opportunities for success. We are honored to be recognized as a Change Maker and remain committed to helping every student reach their full potential."

Change Makers Award school districts exemplify excellence through high-quality coaching, meaningful professional learning, and strategic implementation practices that empower school communities to thrive. By building strong, responsive systems of support, Maury County Public Schools is advancing student achievement and ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.

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