As a member of this year-long academy, your learning will be focused on Missouri Leadership Development System competencies for the developing leader. Leadership Academy is part of MLDS as an intensive year of leadership development for building level administrators. It is recommended that leaders complete two years of engagement at the Emerging Level prior to participation. The Leadership Academy emphasizes the importance of building capacity of instructional practices correlated to high academic achievement for students. Total Registration cost is $600 and will be invoiced by the Regional Professional Development System.   Scholarship funds provided by DESE will be applied. 

The dates kickoff are June 8-9, 2026, in Columbia. The hotel rooms will be covered for MOLA41 participants for Kick Off.   All times and locations are subject to change. Please contact your MLDS Specialist to confirm times and locations prior to any statewide event. ***

Dates: Kick off June 8th-9th September 25th October 23rd OLE Nov 4th-7th January Winter Meeting 20th-22nd February 19th April 14th Graduation June 9th-10th

Reading Success Plan Workshops are a professional development opportunity for teachers and building leaders who are responsible for creating, implementing, and reporting on Reading Success Plans. These sessions focus on current literacy needs for students with Reading Success Plans. Participants will be encouraged to bring relevant data based on their district data cycle and the DESE assessment windows.

Session 1: Get familiar with the new guidance documents from the four state-approved Foundational Reading Assessment vendors, learn how to determine which students qualify for a Reading Success Plan, and discuss writing goals for plans and designing intervention for students who qualify.

Session 2: Review reporting guidelines for February reporting cycle, discuss progress monitoring and maintaining documentation, and learn how to analyze data to determine if changes in instruction are needed.

Session 3: Review dismissal requirements, June reporting guidelines, and maintaining documentation. Reflect on the current year and possible changes for the future.

Each session will build off of the previous learning session, so we encourage participants to sign up for the complete cohort. However, if participants cannot attend all sessions, attendance will not preclude from attending individual sessions.

Reading Success Plan Workshops are a professional development opportunity for teachers and building leaders who are responsible for creating, implementing, and reporting on Reading Success Plans. These sessions focus on current literacy needs for students with Reading Success Plans. Participants will be encouraged to bring relevant data based on their district data cycle and the DESE assessment windows.

Session 1: Get familiar with the Secondary Reading Success Plan guidance, discuss assessment options for secondary students with Reading Success Plans, learn how to write goals for plans and design intervention for students who qualify, including how to structure intervention time within the secondary school setting.

Session 2: Review reporting guidelines for February reporting cycle, discuss progress monitoring and maintaining documentation, and learn how to analyze data to determine if changes in instruction are needed.

Session 3: Review dismissal requirements, June reporting guidelines, and maintaining documentation. Reflect on the current year and possible changes for the future.

Each session will build off of the previous learning session, so we encourage participants to sign up for the complete cohort. However, if participants cannot attend all sessions, attendance will not preclude from attending individual sessions.

LETRS 3rd Edition is a professional development opportunity designed for all educators who teach elementary school (grades K-5). This training equips educators with adaptable, evidence-based strategies rooted in the Science of Reading to assist students with improving their language and literacy. LETRS 3rd Edition empowers educators with the knowledge and tools needed to support students struggling with literacy, fostering proficient readers and writers in the classroom.

What to expect when you enroll in LETRS 3rd Edition

This training offers educators essential background knowledge and practical strategies to build students' reading and writing proficiency.

This training requires a two-year commitment consisting of:

● Attending a virtual LETRS 3rd Edition Kick-off in June, July, or at the beginning of August

● Participating in four face-to-face training sessions

● Completing online training and Bridge-to-Application activities

● All work must be completed by June 10, 2027

Participants must attend all four of the face-to-face sessions and the virtual kick-off. REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON JUNE 25, 2026 IN ORDER TO MEET THE DESE DEADLINE TO ORDER MATERIALS.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

Supports leadership teams in using multiple data sources (surveys, discipline data, fidelity tools) to identify strengths and priority areas. Teams will analyze trends, set measurable goals, and develop a detailed PBIS action plan with clear steps, timelines, and responsibilities. The session emphasizes aligning systems, practices, and data for a focused and actionable school-wide plan.

Aspire® is a professional development opportunity designed for all educators who teach middle school (grades 6-9). This training equips ELA and content-area teachers in implementing adaptable, evidence-based strategies rooted in the Science of Reading to assist students with improving their reading and writing. Aspire® empowers educators with the knowledge and tools needed to support students struggling with literacy, fostering proficient readers and writers in the classroom.

What to Expect When You Enroll in Aspire®-This training offers educators essential background knowledge and practical strategies to build students' reading and writing proficiency.

This training requires a one-year commitment consisting of:

● Attending an Aspire® kickoff in late summer (virtual or in-person)

● Participating in four face-to-face training sessions throughout the school year (Each session will include four hours of instruction and two hours of workshop.)

● Completing online training and Bridge to Application activities

All work must be completed by May 31, 2027. (For those receiving graduate credit, the institution granting the credit might have a different completion date.)

Participants must attend the kickoff and all four of the face-to-face sessions. NOTE-REGISTRATION CLOSES JUNE 25, 2026 TO ALLOW TIME TO MEET THE DESE DEADLINE TO ORDER MATERIALS.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in Aspire training to make-up a missed Aspire session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for Aspire training, please contact the facilitator listed.

"MAP-A for All Professionals” learning builds participant knowledge in the process of completing the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) for our students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. Teachers learn to utilize the process and components of this assessment, including the use of the educator portal, to embed the essential elements from the DLM into daily instructional opportunities for students. This process builds student knowledge and capacity to demonstrate growth on the summative version of the MAP-A.

Participants have the opportunity to stay after the training to plan for instruction using the blueprint for essential elements.

Training will provide an overview of the Missouri Individual Career & Academic Plan (ICAP) available as a part of Missouri Connections CIS360. This feature includes a series of activities consisting of assessments, modules and components assigned by grade level beginning in the 8th grade and culminating in the 12th grade. As students complete ICAP activities in CIS360, these populate into an ICAP Print Report compliant with SB 638 requirements.

Training will demonstrate from a student perspective:

• Access to Missouri Connections CIS360 system

• 8th - 12th grade level ICAP Components

• Secondary Career Plan Activities

Training will demonstrate from a site admin/staff account perspective:

• General ICAP information: MSIP 6 Reporting/Senate Bill 638

• Access to Missouri Connections platform

• ICAP Reporting

• Customized Activities

Looking to reignite your passion for teaching? Want practical strategies that actually work in real classrooms? Support your professional growth as a mid-career teacher with Teacher Academy. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), includes two statewide events featuring John Antonetti, author of "17,000 Classroom Visits Can't Be Wrong!" and is open to teachers who have completed at least three years of successful teaching and have a strong desire for professional improvement.

This competency-based opportunity provides access to experts, including state events, a copy of John Antonetti's book, consultant support, and networking with other teachers.

Teacher Academy emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as working in a community of practice, engaging in ongoing reflective practice, using data to make instructional decisions, and engaging students in content.

Join us to enhance your teaching toolbox and connect with a community of dedicated educators. Register now!

*Participants can choose to receive graduate credit at an additional cost.

The Student Course Planner is an integral part in the development of a student's ICAP. Course Planner allows students to choose a district-defined pathway, which populates recommended courses across grade/subject levels. As students complete ICAP Components and select courses in the Course Planner, these populate into an ICAP Print Report compliant with SB 638 and MSIP 6 requirements, using the DESE ICAP Template.

Training will demonstrate from a student perspective:

• Course Selection Process

Training will demonstrate from the District Administrator, Site Administrator perspective

• Course Planner Setup Process

NOTE- This session will immediately follow the Grade Level Component Session.

Join the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (BTAP Year 1), part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), and receive ongoing learning and support, meeting and exceeding the state's certification requirements.

This competency-based program offers networking with other new teachers and educational consultants, just-in-time learning for critical firsts, awareness of the phases of a new teacher, relationship-building skills, and knowledge of legal rights and responsibilities for educators.

The program emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as building culturally responsive relationships, creating and managing a productive learning environment, developing research-based instruction, and engaging students in content.

Join us to build a strong foundation for your teaching career and meet the first step of your Missouri certification requirements. Register now!

*Participants can choose to receive graduate credit at an additional cost.

Missouri students need great teachers, and your role in building the next generation of educators is essential. Together, we can help shape the future of Missouri's teaching workforce. Regional Grow Your Own networks are designed to connect district GYO program designers and facilitators through active collaborative groups, promote resource and information sharing among colleagues, and create opportunities that inspire students to pursue careers in education-all while using the Aspiring Level state competencies as a foundation.

If you are a designer or facilitator of a GYO club, chapter, or class, these sessions will allow you to connect with other leaders who work with future educators, hear from relevant guest speakers, learn about resources and opportunities to support your program, and share the exciting work happening in your group. Regional networking sessions strengthen the implementation and growth of GYO teacher recruitment programs in Missouri school districts and charter schools. These gatherings are facilitated by Sandy Humbyrd, the state MTDS GYO Coordinator, a former Ed Pathways Dual Credit Class Teacher and Ed Club Sponsor, who completed doctoral research on Missouri's GYO programs.

Join the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (BTAP Year 1), part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), and receive ongoing learning and support, meeting and exceeding the state's certification requirements.

This competency-based program offers networking with other new teachers and educational consultants, just-in-time learning for critical firsts, awareness of the phases of a new teacher, relationship-building skills, and knowledge of legal rights and responsibilities for educators.

The program emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as building culturally responsive relationships, creating and managing a productive learning environment, developing research-based instruction, and engaging students in content.

Join us to build a strong foundation for your teaching career and meet the first step of your Missouri certification requirements. Register now!

*Participants can choose to receive graduate credit at an additional cost.

Teaches teams how to use behavior data (e.g., Big 5 reports) to identify specific problems (who, what, where, when, why) and develop targeted solution plans. Participants will learn how to match interventions to the function of behavior and create plans that include prevention, teaching, reinforcement, and correction strategies. The focus is on precision and effectiveness rather than broad or vague solutions.

Join the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (BTAP Year 1), part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS), and receive ongoing learning and support, meeting and exceeding the state's certification requirements.

This competency-based program offers networking with other new teachers and educational consultants, just-in-time learning for critical firsts, awareness of the phases of a new teacher, relationship-building skills, and knowledge of legal rights and responsibilities for educators.

The program emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as building culturally responsive relationships, creating and managing a productive learning environment, developing research-based instruction, and engaging students in content.

Join us to build a strong foundation for your teaching career and meet the first step of your Missouri certification requirements. Register now!

*Participants can choose to receive graduate credit at an additional cost.

Congratulations on completing your first year of the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP)! The learning never stops, and BTAP Year 2 is here to support your continued growth. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System, is open to any teacher who has completed the first year of a BTAP in Missouri and meets the state's certification requirements for the second year.

This MTDS competency-based opportunity provides on-demand learning aligned with Mike Rutherford's MTDS series, consultant support, and networking with other teachers. The program emphasizes lesson design with differentiation to meet unique student needs, planning student progress monitoring, and working in a community of practice.

Join us to continue your journey as an emerging teacher and build on the success of your first year. Register now!

*Participants can choose to receive graduate credit at an additional cost.

NOTE: THE FIRST SESSION WILL BE HELD ON 9/15/26 IN JEFFERSON CITY OR 10/5/26 AT HALLSVILLE. YOU WILL CHOOSE BETWEEN THESE TWO LOCATION FOR YOUR FIRST SESSION AND ONLY NEED TO ATTEND ONE OF THESE SESSIONS.

Congratulations on completing your first year of the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP)! The learning never stops, and BTAP Year 2 is here to support your continued growth. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System, is open to any teacher who has completed the first year of a BTAP in Missouri and meets the state's certification requirements for the second year.

This MTDS competency-based opportunity provides on-demand learning aligned with Mike Rutherford's MTDS series, consultant support, and networking with other teachers. The program emphasizes lesson design with differentiation to meet unique student needs, planning student progress monitoring, and working in a community of practice.

Join us to continue your journey as an emerging teacher and build on the success of your first year. Register now!

*Participants can choose to receive graduate credit at an additional cost.

Missouri Connections provides in-depth resources for educators and students, however learning and understanding how to drill down within the resources may be a feature many might not be familiar with. Participants will learn additional steps and strategies that will enhance their students use of Missouri Connections. Through a deeper dive into careers, participants will learn how to guide students towards learning more details about an occupation, education/training, job outlooks, necessary skills, salary, etc. about specific careers. In addition, this workshop will show how to locate post-high school training centers and college/universities that offer preparation for a chosen program of study. The information shared during this session is essential for students to make informed decisions about their future.

This learning opportunity is designed for LEAs starting or developing a comprehensive literacy plan (CLP). The training helps districts understand literacy improvement purposes and effectively use Steps to Success Guidance materials to create K-12 literacy plans based on Comprehensive Literacy Needs Assessment results. This framework provides administrators and teachers with guidance on integrating literacy instruction with state standards and evidence-based practices for long-term student success. Enrollment requires commitment to four trainings: two in-person and two virtual sessions over the school year. We request district leadership and literacy leaders attend (minimum two per district).

Provides systems and tools for identifying students who need additional support and ensuring they are matched with appropriate interventions. This includes establishing clear criteria for entry/exit, using nomination forms, and implementing progress monitoring tools like Daily Progress Reports (DPRs). Emphasis is on consistency, equity, and using data to guide decisions.

Support your professional growth as a mid-career teacher with Teacher Academy Year 2: Powerful Task Design, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS). This program includes a statewide event featuring national expert John Antonetti and is designed for teachers with a strong desire for continuous professional improvement. It is required that participants complete the MTDS Teacher Academy before enrolling.

This competency-based opportunity provides access to experts, a copy of John Antonetti's book "Powerful Task Design," consultant support, and networking with other teachers.

Teacher Academy Year 2 emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as engaging in ongoing reflective practice, developing research-based instruction, and understanding and promoting the profession.

Join us to enhance your teaching skills and connect with a community of dedicated educators. Register now!

*Participants can choose to receive graduate credit at an additional cost.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in Aspire training to make-up a missed Aspire session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for Aspire training, please contact the facilitator listed.

Missouri Connections is a comprehensive, online career development and planning program provided free to all Missouri citizens. Funded by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, this program supports the career development efforts of schools, community organizations, and adult job seeker programs.

This training will provide an introductory overview of Missouri Connections to build your basic knowledge of the platform that will allow you to use it more effectively and efficiently with your school/organization. Regardless of your experience level, you will need to attend one of these sessions before you attend any of the other sessions.

This training will cover:

General Overview

Versions & Account Types

Portal Page & Resources on Portal Page

Student Access/Features Overview

Site Admin/Staff Account Access/Features Overview

The morning session will focus on behavior: Going back to the basics of behavior to help educators quickly identify the function of behavior and implement evidence based practices to help learners be successful. This training discusses multiple ways to change behavior including changing antecedents, teaching replacement behaviors, and altering consequences.

The afternoon session will focus on data collection systems that make sense: In depth training on different data collection methods and when to use them.

Hands on practice opportunities to practice taking data.

Using QR codes, Google forms, and relevant apps for data collection.

Creating data sheets using Google slides/docs.

Practical application for the classroom and how to keep it all organized.

Data sheets for your classroom and materials will be provided.

There will be a 1 hour lunch break that is on your own.

This basic training is developed with new special education professionals in mind and focuses on the areas of most common noncompliance including, but not limited to, discipline, IEP development and evaluations/reevaluations. Provides hands-on training using the model forms, the Standards and Indicators Manual and the State Plan for Special Education. (This does not meet the credentialing requirements for Beginning Teacher Assistance Program.)

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

Congratulations on completing your first year of the Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP)! The learning never stops, and BTAP Year 2 is here to support your continued growth. This program, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System, is open to any teacher who has completed the first year of a BTAP in Missouri and meets the state's certification requirements for the second year.

This MTDS competency-based opportunity provides on-demand learning aligned with Mike Rutherford's MTDS series, consultant support, and networking with other teachers. The program emphasizes lesson design with differentiation to meet unique student needs, planning student progress monitoring, and working in a community of practice.

Join us to continue your journey as an emerging teacher and build on the success of your first year. Register now!

*Participants can choose to receive graduate credit at an additional cost.

Training will provide an overview of the Missouri Individual Career & Academic Plan (ICAP) available as a part of Missouri Connections CIS360. This feature includes a series of activities consisting of assessments, modules and components assigned by grade level beginning in the 8th grade and culminating in the 12th grade. As students complete ICAP activities in CIS360, these populate into an ICAP Print Report compliant with SB 638 requirements.

Training will demonstrate from a student perspective:

• Access to Missouri Connections CIS360 system

• 8th - 12th grade level ICAP Components

• Secondary Career Plan Activities

Training will demonstrate from a site admin/staff account perspective:

• General ICAP information: MSIP 6 Reporting/Senate Bill 638

• Access to Missouri Connections platform

• ICAP Reporting

• Customized Activities

The Student Course Planner is an integral part in the development of a student's ICAP. Course Planner allows students to choose a district-defined pathway, which populates recommended courses across grade/subject levels. As students complete ICAP Components and select courses in the Course Planner, these populate into an ICAP Print Report compliant with SB 638 and MSIP 6 requirements, using the DESE ICAP Template.

Training will demonstrate from a student perspective:

• Course Selection Process

Training will demonstrate from the District Administrator, Site Administrator perspective

• Course Planner Setup Process

NOTE- This session will immediately follow the Grade Level Component Session.

Morning session: FBA Overview

Why FBA/BIP Overview Training Matters:

Understanding how to identify the reasons behind behaviors is essential for creating effective support strategies. This training helps participants learn the purpose and process of conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and how that information directly informs the development of a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) to improve outcomes. (Participants will not be qualified to conduct FBA's, this is just for awareness and gaining the understanding of an FBA in correlation with the BIP.)

**(This training will not make an Educator highly trained to conduct FBA's for evaluation purposes, this is just an overview.)

There will be a 1 hour lunch break on your own.

Afternoon session: Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Development

Why This Training Matters:

Creating effective and compliant Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) is essential for supporting student success and ensuring alignment with both Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This training helps participants strengthen their ability to connect assessment data to meaningful interventions. Participants will write their own BIPs and understand the importance of IEP team participation in this process.

Support your growth as a mentor teacher with Mastering: Foundations of Mentoring, part of the Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS). This program provides the guidance and tools teachers need to successfully embrace their responsibilities as mentors.

This competency-based program offers comprehensive support for mentor teachers, including coaching, observation, and feedback training. Participants receive consultant guidance, regional networking opportunities, and practical strategies to enhance classroom practice. The program also meets the state mentor training requirement outlined in the Missouri Mentor Guidelines and incorporates Mike Rutherford's 7 Tools to promote non-evaluative, constructive feedback from mentors to teachers.

Mastering: Foundations of Mentoring emphasizes key MTDS Competencies such as managing a classroom, being a professional, designing instruction, and reflecting on practice.

Join us to enhance your mentoring skills and support the next generation of teachers.  Register now!

Missouri Connections is a free, online career planning/development tool available to everyone in Missouri. This training is specifically for individuals working within Special Education. Participants will explore components used to gather information to determine students' interests and skills for future education, employment, and community living. Educators will be able to apply this information in student IEPs and Transition Assessments, specifically the new Form C, to ensure positive post-secondary school outcomes.

Training will demonstrate from the student perspective:

Access to the platform

4 Useful Activities/Assessments

Training will demonstrate from a staff account perspective:

Access to the platform

Portfolio Management

Running Activity Reports

Additional Resources

Form C Completion

Introduces targeted (Tier 2) supports such as Check-In/Check-Out (CICO) and structured social skills instruction. Participants will learn how to implement these interventions with fidelity, including setting up systems, providing frequent feedback, and teaching replacement behaviors. The session highlights how structure, relationships, and explicit skill-building improve student outcomes.

CareerTrek is the Elementary Career Exploration Resource that is the start of the student's journey towards career awareness and learning. CareerTrek is a highly interactive platform with a visual format and audio/text instructions where students can connect careers with interests and skills and engage in brief career overviews. Students work within CareerTrek will move with them as they advance into using Missouri Connections resources.

Topics Covered:

Portfolio-based access that allows students to save their information and transfer to Missouri Connections CIS 360

Grade Level modules K-5

The Career Creator tool that allows students to create and draw their own career after completing each activity/module

CCI Quick Pic - an elementary version of the popular Career Cluster Inventory

Site Administration accounts that allow educators to access student portfolios and run reports

Curriculum/activities to assist educators in the implementation of the platform in the classroom

You have successfully completed Lexia's Aspire®--now what? Join other graduates from your region for a morning of networking, problem solving, and success sharing. And, of course, celebrating your achievement! Lisa Scroggs, DESE Director of Secondary Literacy, will facilitate.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

Provides an overview of the updated Tiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI 3.0) as a tool for assessing PBIS implementation. Participants will learn how to score the tool, interpret results, and use the data to guide action planning. The focus is on continuous improvement and ensuring systems are implemented as intended.

Attendees will explore how Missouri Connections can support you and your students as they plan for life after high school. The Secondary Activities are packed with fun, age-appropriate activities, interactive self-surveys on interests, skills, and values-that help students learn more about themselves while connecting the dots to future careers. The platform includes powerful tools for postsecondary exploration-helping students research colleges, compare programs, search for scholarships, and explore career paths. It also features employment readiness tools like a resume builder, interview prep, and skill assessments to help students feel confident and prepared. Come discover new ways to engage your students and make post-secondary planning meaningful, personalized, and fun!

Utilizes Behavior Skills Training Model to teach participants how to use Evidence Based Practices materials and strategies in their classroom. Hands on demonstrations, practice, and role play opportunities.

There will be a 1 hour lunch break on your own.

Focuses on strategies to increase desired behaviors and effectively respond to problem behaviors. Participants will explore the use of specific positive feedback, reinforcement systems, and error correction strategies that are instructional rather than punitive. Emphasis is placed on maintaining student dignity while shaping behavior.

Highlights proactive classroom management strategies that keep students engaged and reduce problem behavior. Participants will learn how to actively monitor, interact, and provide frequent opportunities for students to respond. Additionally, they will explore how offering meaningful choices can increase student engagement, motivation, and compliance.

This professional learning series is designed for LEAs who have completed Year One of the Comprehensive Literacy Plan (CLP) training series. Building on the foundation established in year one, this continuation series supports districts in deepening implementation, monitoring progress towards literacy goals, and sustaining momentum across all grade levels and content areas. Participants will refine and strengthen their CLP through collaborative reflection, data analysis, and evidence-based planning.

The series consists of three sessions offered across the school year: a virtual session in Quarter Two, an in-person session in Quarter Three, and a virtual session in Quarter Four. Enrollment requires a commitment to attend all three sessions. We request that district leadership and literacy leaders attend together, with a minimum of two representatives per district.

If you have not yet attended any CLP trainings, we recommend that you begin by enrolling in our full CLP Training Series that you can find here (https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?I=5383566&D=11005)

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in Aspire training to make-up a missed Aspire session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for Aspire training, please contact the facilitator listed.

Teaches staff how to recognize early signs of escalation and respond in ways that prevent behaviors from intensifying. Strategies include maintaining calm, using neutral language, providing space, and avoiding power struggles. The session emphasizes safety, relationship preservation, and using the least intrusive interventions possible.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

CareerTrek is the Elementary Career Exploration Resource that is the start of the student's journey towards career awareness and learning. CareerTrek is a highly interactive platform with a visual format and audio/text instructions where students can connect careers with interests and skills and engage in brief career overviews. Students work within CareerTrek will move with them as they advance into using Missouri Connections resources.

Topics Covered:

Portfolio-based access that allows students to save their information and transfer to Missouri Connections CIS 360

Grade Level modules K-5

The Career Creator tool that allows students to create and draw their own career after completing each activity/module

CCI Quick Pic - an elementary version of the popular Career Cluster Inventory

Site Administration accounts that allow educators to access student portfolios and run reports

Curriculum/activities to assist educators in the implementation of the platform in the classroom

Guides teams through everything they need to know in order to apply for the state team recognition process. Teams will have time to gather and evaluate necessary artifacts to ensure criteria is being met to qualify them for one of the awards of distinction.

Attendees will explore how Missouri Connections can support you and your students as they plan for life after high school. The Secondary Activities are packed with fun, age-appropriate activities, interactive self-surveys on interests, skills, and values-that help students learn more about themselves while connecting the dots to future careers. The platform includes powerful tools for postsecondary exploration-helping students research colleges, compare programs, search for scholarships, and explore career paths. It also features employment readiness tools like a resume builder, interview prep, and skill assessments to help students feel confident and prepared. Come discover new ways to engage your students and make post-secondary planning meaningful, personalized, and fun!

How do I prepare my student(s) to transition to the next phase of life? Participants will learn to use Transition Assessments and Services to support students in the college or career readiness planning process for their future.

The components addressed during the academy are Indicator 13, the transition compliance portion of the student's IEP, how to plan for post-secondary outcomes, and the frameworks and practice of how to include self-determination strategies and skills during instruction.

Training will provide an overview of the Missouri Individual Career & Academic Plan (ICAP) available as a part of Missouri Connections CIS360. This feature includes a series of activities consisting of assessments, modules and components assigned by grade level beginning in the 8th grade and culminating in the 12th grade. As students complete ICAP activities in CIS360, these populate into an ICAP Print Report compliant with SB 638 requirements.

Training will demonstrate from a student perspective:

• Access to Missouri Connections CIS360 system

• 8th - 12th grade level ICAP Components

• Secondary Career Plan Activities

Training will demonstrate from a site admin/staff account perspective:

• General ICAP information: MSIP 6 Reporting/Senate Bill 638

• Access to Missouri Connections platform

• ICAP Reporting

• Customized Activities

High Leverage Practices (HLP) in Special Education includes instructional techniques all special educators need to use within their program. There are four aspects of practice within HLP :

1. Collaboration

2. Assessment

3. Social/emotional/behavioral practices

The Student Course Planner is an integral part in the development of a student's ICAP. Course Planner allows students to choose a district-defined pathway, which populates recommended courses across grade/subject levels. As students complete ICAP Components and select courses in the Course Planner, these populate into an ICAP Print Report compliant with SB 638 and MSIP 6 requirements, using the DESE ICAP Template.

Training will demonstrate from a student perspective:

• Course Selection Process

Training will demonstrate from the District Administrator, Site Administrator perspective

• Course Planner Setup Process

NOTE- This session will immediately follow the Grade Level Component Session.

CareerTrek is the Elementary Career Exploration Resource that is the start of the student's journey towards career awareness and learning. CareerTrek is a highly interactive platform with a visual format and audio/text instructions where students can connect careers with interests and skills and engage in brief career overviews. Students work within CareerTrek will move with them as they advance into using Missouri Connections resources.

Topics Covered:

Portfolio-based access that allows students to save their information and transfer to Missouri Connections CIS 360

Grade Level modules K-5

The Career Creator tool that allows students to create and draw their own career after completing each activity/module

CCI Quick Pic - an elementary version of the popular Career Cluster Inventory

Site Administration accounts that allow educators to access student portfolios and run reports

Curriculum/activities to assist educators in the implementation of the platform in the classroom

This training is designed to support school and district teams in moving from exclusionary discipline practices to proactive, student-centered approaches. Participants will explore why traditional suspension often fails to produce lasting behavior change and learn practical, evidence-based strategies across Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 systems. Through reflection, discussion, and application, teams will identify current strengths, uncover gaps, and develop actionable steps to create more consistent, restorative, and supportive behavior systems that keep students engaged in learning. We will also explore types of support systems, reset rooms, curriculum, etc.

Data, Data, Data:

● How do I collect it?

● What do I do with it?

Participants will gain an understanding of progress monitoring, learn a variety of ways to collect specific data, and how to use it to drive instruction and accommodations and/or modifications for each individual student.

Missouri Connections provides in-depth resources for educators and students, however learning and understanding how to drill down within the resources may be a feature many might not be familiar with. Participants will learn additional steps and strategies that will enhance their students use of Missouri Connections. Through a deeper dive into careers, participants will learn how to guide students towards learning more details about an occupation, education/training, job outlooks, necessary skills, salary, etc. about specific careers. In addition, this workshop will show how to locate post-high school training centers and college/universities that offer preparation for a chosen program of study. The information shared during this session is essential for students to make informed decisions about their future.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in Aspire training to make-up a missed Aspire session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for Aspire training, please contact the facilitator listed.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

The focus of this workshop is on the evaluation process from pre-referral to eligibility. We will examine how decisions are being made regarding when to suspect an educational disability, how to determine what information needs to be gathered through assessments, what to consider when selecting assessment tools, and then how to use assessment results in eligibility decisions. The training will cover the required content for evaluation reports, based on the standards and indicators.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

Guides teams through analyzing end-of-year data to evaluate progress toward goals. Participants will identify successes, determine areas for growth, and develop an action plan for the upcoming year. Emphasis is on continuous improvement, sustainability, and aligning next steps with data findings.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in Aspire training to make-up a missed Aspire session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for Aspire training, please contact the facilitator listed.

These sessions are for teachers who are already enrolled in LETRS training through MO Read, Lead, Exceed to make-up a missed LETRS session. If you are interested in learning more about registering for LETRS training, please contact the facilitator listed.