MTSS Awards & Hall of Fame
One Field.
One Shared Purpose.
Honoring the people and organizations advancing MTSS—and bringing our field together to improve outcomes for every student.
Education has no Nobel Prize, Pulitzer Prize, or Academy Awards—no single tradition that brings together the people whose collective work changes what is possible for students.
We believe it is time to build one.
The MTSS Awards & Hall of Fame recognize the educators, leaders, researchers, schools, districts, technical assistance centers, educator preparation programs, and organizational partners whose work is moving our field forward.
But this is about more than recognition.
It is about coming together as a field.
Why MTSS brings us Together
For too long, education has worked in separate lanes—academics, behavior, social-emotional learning, attendance, mental health, and more.
But students do not experience these things separately.
IMA brings us together—connecting research, practice, leadership, and systems around one shared purpose: improving outcomes for every student.
Different expertise. Different roles.
One field moving forward together.
A New Tradition for our Field
On July 31, 2026, the International MTSS Association held the inaugural MTSS Awards Gala & Hall of Fame Induction—beginning a new tradition of honoring those advancing the science, practice, and systems that improve outcomes for students.
The first celebration of what we hope becomes a lasting tradition for our field.
Honoring the People Who Shaped What Is Possible
The MTSS Hall of Fame recognizes individuals whose contributions have had an enduring influence on the science, systems, practices, policies, and ideas that shape our work today.
It is more than a list of distinguished names.
It is a living history of our field—and an opportunity for future generations to understand the people and ideas that helped get us here.
Each inductee's story helps connect where we have been to where we are going next.
2026 MTSS Award HonoreesRecognizing Excellence Across the Field
Strong systems are built by people working at every level.
The MTSS Awards recognize individuals, teams, schools, districts, institutions, agencies, and organizations demonstrating meaningful leadership, research, implementation, innovation, and impact.
Their areas of expertise may differ. What connects them is their contribution to a stronger, more unified system for improving outcomes for students.
How It Works-
Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.
Recognition that Moves the Field Forward
These awards do more than recognize excellence—they help the field see what is possible.
By elevating examples of strong research, leadership, implementation, and partnership, we celebrate work others can learn from and build upon.