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Suburban High School (SHS) has a robust and well-developed Academic Seminar program for students on Individualized Education Plans. However, there isn’t a structured opportunity for other students who may, from time to time, need similar services. This study examines how high school students experience academic support, referred to as “extra help,” within a secondary school setting. Grounded in a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, academic support includes Tier 2 & 3 interventions such as teacher-provided assistance, tutoring and supplemental instruction beyond core classroom curriculum. The purpose of this study was to explore students’ awareness, use, and perceptions of academic support, as well as the obstacles that may limit access. It is hoped that the findings will allow SHS to identify and address student needs.

Publication Date

4-30-2026

Keywords

Student Success, MTSS, Help Seeking

Getting the help they need: A study of high school students’ access to academic support

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