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1. Reading Success Plans (RSP) Information Overview

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. St Joseph (St Joseph, MO)

Audience: Any educator and/or school leader responsible for development and implementation of Reading Success Plans

Dates: 7/26/2024

This session is a repeat for those who could not attend last year's sessions in Writing Individual Reading Success Plans.
Participants will examine:
* what Senate Bill 681 is requiring us to do in reference to stronger literacy development
* DESE guidance on overall development of individual student plans
* steps needed to ensure the correct skills needed for targeting instruction
* sample plans related to special education and ELL students

Lunch on your own

2. Early Childhood Special Education Including Early Childhood Outcomes

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. St Joseph (St Joseph, MO)

Audience: Early Childhood Special Education Teachers or Directors

Dates: 7/30/2024

Starting Soon

Are you new to Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) and Early Childhood Outcomes (ECO)? Would you like an opportunity to gain skills in identifying and assessing young children, writing ECSE evaluations and IEPs, and or completing ECO? ECSE services are designed to promote child development and learning. Families, teachers, and other professionals work together as a team to develop and implement an Individualized Education Program (IEP) that supports the growth, development, and continuous learning. The ECOs are goal areas for all children receiving ECSE services. They focus on how children use their skills to accomplish meaningful tasks in the following three areas:

* gaining positive social-emotional skills, including social relationships
* learning and using new knowledge and skills
* using appropriate behaviors to meet their needs

Lunch on your own.

3. Special Education Summer Boot Camp - Day 1 of 2

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Dates: 7/30/2024

Starting Soon

DATE: Tuesday, July 30, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University Violette Hall 1010 (1st floor, south center)

COST: $60 - includes morning refreshments and lunch

New to the profession? Need a refresher? Join us as we look at "Special Education.” This boot camp is designed to help participants answer the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How's, as well as assist in navigating the Special Education Standards and Indicators.

In Day 1, participants will receive information to support them in the following areas:
>Special Education Process - Golden Thread,
>Referral,
>Review of Existing Data,
>Eligibility Determination, including Observations, and
>Evaluation, including Adverse Educational Impact.

Day 2: Wednesday, July 31
Register for each day separately.

4. Special Education Summer Boot Camp - Day 2 of 2

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Dates: 7/31/2024

Starting Soon

DATE: Wednesday, July 31, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University Violette Hall 1010 (1st floor, south center)

COST: $60 - includes morning refreshments and lunch

New to the profession? Need a refresher? Join us as we look at "Special Education.” This boot camp is designed to help participants answer the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How's, as well as assist in navigating the Special Education Standards and Indicators.

In Day 2, participants will receive information to support them in the following areas:
>IEP,
>Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance,
>SMART Goals,
>Accommodations/Modifications, and
>Progress Monitoring/Data Collection.

Day 1: Tuesday, July 30
Register for each day separately.

5. New to Special Education: So Much to Learn!

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 8/2/2024 to 8/7/2024

Starting Soon

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) Day 1 will include an overview of the special education processes and timelines, where to find vital information/resources on the DESE website to assist you, Quality IEP training including SMART goals and Standards Based goals, Specially Designed Instruction, and some High Leverage Practices. These two days will just give you some background knowledge to hopefully help you understand what your director and/or process coordinator are talking about when you are working with them. This is a TWO day training and you MUST attend BOTH days! We will meet in the Meyer Alumni Center on August 2nd and Park Central Office Building in Room #235 on August 7th. The cost is $80 and includes parking, breakfast, and lunch for BOTH days. Breakfast will be served starting at 8:30 as you sign-in and get settled - training will begin promptly at 9:00. Working lunch will be served around 11:30 or 12:00 and you will be done by 3:00 PM. If you are a long term substitute in special education, you can register for EITHER this training or the long term substitute training on 9/16 - you don't need to register for both trainings.

6. School Leaders: Navigating the Increase in Student Behavior - Springfield

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (ROOM 112) (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 8/2/2024

Starting Soon

This full day workshop is designed to support school leaders as they navigate the increase of severe student behaviors. The following components will be addressed: alternatives to ISS and OSS, decreasing the cognitive load for educators, supporting and protecting teachers with challenging students, effective systems of behavior support, and analyzing trends in behavior referrals.

This workshop is designed for Building Leaders, Special Education Directors, Behavior Intervention Specialists, Counselors and Instructional Coaches.

Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30.Lunch and parking are included.

7. School Leaders: Navigating the Increase in Student Behavior - Lamar

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Lamar Jr. High School (Lamar, MO) [map]

Dates: 8/5/2024

This full day workshop is designed to support school leaders as they navigate the increase of severe student behaviors. The following components will be addressed: alternatives to ISS and OSS, decreasing the cognitive load for educators, supporting and protecting teachers with challenging students, effective systems of behavior support, and analyzing trends in behavior referrals.

This workshop is designed for Building Leaders, Special Education Directors, Behavior Intervention Specialists, Counselors and Instructional Coaches.

Lunch will be on your own. The workshop will be held in the Lamar Middle School Library.

8. New SPED Teacher Kick-Off

Program: RPDC - Heart of MO - Regional Professional Development Center

Location: B105 Assessment Resource Center, 2800 Maguire Blvd, University of MO (Columbia, MO)

Dates: 8/6/2024

The New Teacher Kick-off is specifically designed for educators who are new to special education. During this session, teachers will gain fundamental knowledge on scheduling students, organizing their classroom environment, understanding the essentials of special education compliance, and establishing procedures to proactively manage and prevent behavioral challenges.

9. SpEd: Process Coordinator Training

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: School District Special Education Process Coordinators, related service providers

Dates: 8/6/2024 to 8/16/2024

Please join us if you are a district special education coordinator.

These workshops will allow you to network with coordinators from neighboring districts to share ideas and concerns. The focus of these workshops is special education compliance.

We will review 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 REDs, PWNs, and evaluation reports, based on the standards and indicators manual. How to write a quality eligibility determination will be part of this training, as well as the required components of evaluation reports based on the disability category. Join us to learn how to write compliant special education paperwork that adheres to DESE compliance standards.
Participants are expected to attend all three dates of face-to-face training of this academy.

Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp.

10. Virtual Lunch & Learn 2-Part Series: Special Education Training for General Education Administrators with Shellie Guin

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: Virtual Training (-, -)

Audience: General Education & Special Education Administration

Dates: 8/7/2024 to 9/5/2024

Join attorney Shellie Guin as she provides the latest tips and tricks for general education administrators on how to provide support while navigating the ins and outs of special education! This is a 2-part virtual series. Cost covers both sessions!

August 7th: 30 Minute Quick Start: What Every General Education Teacher Should Know About Special Education. This session aims to jumpstart the school year by equipping general education administrators with the essential tools to offer special education support to their teachers in general education.
September 5th: Top 10 IDEA Tips & Tricks for General Education Administrators. In this presentation, the top 10 tips and tricks is tailored specifically for general education administrators navigating the intricacies of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). From fostering inclusive environments to effectively collaborating with special education teams, these insights offer invaluable guidance for ensuring every student's needs are met and rights upheld within the educational landscape.

*Participants will receive zoom link 2 calendar days before each training. Training resources and presentation recording will be provided to participants for 10 calendar days following session. After the 10 calendar days, the recording link will expire.

Presenter, Shellie Guin has over twenty (20) years of experience practicing in the areas of education law, labor and employment law, insurance defense and litigation. She provides general advice and counsel to public school district clients concerning a variety of areas, including special education. Shellie has successfully defended school districts against a variety of claims in both state and federal court.

Note: 48- hr cancellation policy.

Cost: $60.00 RPDC Members & $75.00 for Non-Members

11. Paraprofessional Training for ECSE and Elementary

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Springfield (Springfield, MO) [map]

Audience: Early Childhood Special Education and Elementary Paraprofessionals

Dates: 8/12/2024

The purpose of this paraprofessional training is to define major responsibilities of a paraprofessional in the educational setting, confidentiality, communication, teamwork, behavior management, and ways to prompt students, etc. We will review the special education process in order to develop a basic understanding of the process and how students are found eligibile and discuss how to best support the students with whom paraprofessionals work. This training will emphasis ECSE and Elementary paraprofessionals work. The cost is $40 and includes parking, breakfast, and lunch. Breakfast will be served starting at 8:30 as you sign-in and get settled- training will begin promptly at 9:00. Working lunch will be served around 11:30 or 12:00 and you will be done by 3:00 P.M.

12. New to Special Education Training

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Special education teachers, administrators, process coordinators, and related service providers

Dates: 8/12/2024 to 8/15/2024

Participants are expected to attend both dates in this workshop.

August 12, 2024

August 15, 2024

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.)

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

13. SpEd: New to Special Education Training

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Special Education/General Education Teachers, Administrators, Process Coordinators, Related Service Providers

Dates: 8/12/2024 to 9/16/2024

This Training is intended for teachers who will be new special education teachers for the 24-25 school year. Content will include, at a minimum, the special education process and timelines, how to write quality IEPs and SMART goals, how to create a Review of Existing Data document, and we will discuss IDEA eligibility criteria as well as progress monitoring for IEP goals. Participants will become familiar with the Missouri State Plan for Special Education and the Compliance Standards and Indicators Manual.

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/re-evaluations. Provides hands-on training using the model forms, the Standards and Indicators Manual and the State Plan for Special Education.

Please know this training does not meet the credential requirements for Beginning Teacher Assistance Program.

This is a two-day academy and participants must attend both days.

Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Lunch will be provided.

14. Trauma Responsive: Building Student Support Team Capacity

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. St Joseph (St Joseph, MO)

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Administrators, Nurses, Counselors

Dates: 8/12/2024 to 4/8/2025

As an educator, you face the impact of trauma in your school every day. Whether it is acute or complex trauma, those experiences disrupt brain activity and can lead students to exhibit disruptive and/or disengaged behaviors. This year-long cohort (6 sessions) requires a team of five* building representatives which could include, but are not limited to: building leader, classroom teacher, counselor, special education teacher, school nurse, school resource officer, etc. School representatives must attend all six sessions.

We will use the Missouri Model for Trauma-Informed Schools to address the underlying causes of trauma, identify student responses and implement highly effective school-wide systems of support.
*School wide teams will be based on the student population.

Session 1) Intro to Trauma - before school starts
Session 2) Reframing Responses to Trauma
Session 3) Missouri Model Implementation
Session 4) Emotional Poverty Part 1
Session 5) Emotional Poverty Part 2
Session 6) Data Analysis, Reflection, and Next Steps

Fee is $200 per team per session ($1,200 total per team); $50 per session for each additional person. Lunch included.

15. Behavior Personnel Cohort -Special Ed ( Year 2)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (ROOM 112) (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 8/12/2024 to 4/16/2025

Did you attend year 1 of the Behavior Personnel Cohort in SY 23-24? This cohort is for you! In the second year of the Special Education Behavior Personal Cohort, you will learn more about the function of behavior and Human Motivation Theory, Intensify the 8 Effective Teaching and Learning Practices, Complete an FBA and implement a BIP, and collaborate with others around southwest MO!

16. Behavior Personnel Cohort - Special Education ( Year 1)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (ROOM 112) (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 8/14/2024 to 4/15/2025

Administrators, do you have staff dedicated to supporting students with challenging behavior? This series is a year-long series designed to support special education teachers through sharing Evidence-Based Practices, components of functional behavioral assessments, evaluation of students with EBD, and creating a Professional Learning Network with others in Southwest Missouri!

17. Paraprofessional Training- Secondary

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (ROOM 112) (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Secondary Paraprofessionals

Dates: 8/15/2024

The purpose of this paraprofessional training is to define major responsibilities of a paraprofessional in the educational setting, confidentiality, communication, teamwork, behavior management, and ways to prompt students, etc. We will review the special education process in order to develop a basic understanding of the process and how students are found eligible and discuss how to best support the students with whom paraprofessionals work. This training will emphasize secondary paraprofessional work. The cost is $40 and includes parking, breakfast, and lunch. Breakfast will be served starting at 8:30 as you sign-in and get settled- training will begin promptly at 9:00. Working lunch will be served around 11:30 or 12:00 and you will be done by 3:00 P.M.

18. SpEd: Long-Term Substitute Training

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Those with a Substitute Certification, Special Education

Dates: 8/19/2024

This one-day workshop is being provided to offer special education basic training to those staff members which do not hold a teaching certificate and are teaching on a substitute certification.

A number of basic special education topics will be covered in this workshop, including the history of special education, the different types of disabilities we serve, how to monitor IEP goals, reading and understanding the various sections of an individual education plan, procedural safeguards, and many other Basic Special Education 101 topics.

Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Lunch will be provided.

19. Long-Term Substitute in a Special Education Classroom

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Special education teachers, administrators, process coordinators, and related service providers

Dates: 8/21/2024

This is a BASIC overview designed to help long-term substitutes understand their role in implementing IEPs to ensure each student served is receiving a free appropriate public education (FAPE) and the IEP is being implemented as written. This training is designed to give you the BASICS of special education along with where to find resources to help you do your job. Topics covered will include: special education acronyms, special education process, role of the special education teacher, specially designed instruction, goal progress monitoring, classroom management, and engagement.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

20. NEW to MAP-A Training

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. St Joseph (St Joseph, MO)

Audience: Teachers, Administrators new or needing a refresher of MAP-A administration

Dates: 8/26/2024

Special Education personnel who are new to the administration of the MAP-A or need to be more familiar with the process, will learn information to equip themselves for full implementation. Participants will learn about the relationship between the MAP-A and the DLM, how to determine eligibility for MAP-A, Timelines for the MAP-A assessment, MAP-A resources, MAP-A terms and vocabulary, and Resources on DESE or DLM website. In addition, they will:
* Understand the similarities and differences for MAP-A ELA, math and science
* Know the responsibilities of test administrators and other school district roles
* Know how to use the Instruction and Assessment Planner
* Be familiar with the Kite® Suite
*Participants will need to bring their school calendars or lesson plan book which will be used as they develop a plan and their own "to do list" for administration of the MAP-A during the 2024-25 school year.
*Participants MUST also download and PRINT the latest version of the Test Administration Manual and the Accessibility Manual.
*Each participant will need to bring a laptop with paper copies or electronic access to the Essential Elements for their particular grade.
A link will be sent to each participant for these documents closer to the training dates.

Lunch provided.

21. Discipline and Students with Disabilities (IDEA and Section 504)

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Springfield (Springfield, MO) [map]

Dates: 8/28/2024

Betsey Helfrich, Attorney, will be here on August 28th from 10:00 - 12:30 to talk about disciplining students with disabilities. This is designed for administrators issuing discipline, special education staff involved in the IDEA discipline process including Manifestation Determinations, and 504 Coordinators. It is always great to have Betsey provide her legal expertise related to discipline and recent due process/court proceedings that impact the process. The cost is $40 and we must have at least 40 paid registrations for the event to make.

22. Special Education Process Refresher Network (Trenton)

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. Trenton (Trenton, MO)

Audience: K-12 Special Education teachers, coordinators

Dates: 8/30/2024 to 3/7/2025

This network is an overview of the special education process. SPED Process refresher is for teachers who have previously/currently taught special education but need updated information and tools. The course will review the following topics:
* Golden Thread
* Interventions
* Referral
* RED
* Initial Evaluation (including categorical eligibility criteria and observations)
* Re-Evaluation
* Notice of Meeting and Notice of Action
* IEP (including PLAAFP and SMART Goals)
* Prior Written Notice
* Monitoring Progress (including data collection)
* Progress Reporting
* Aligning goals/instruction to MLS
* Transitions (First Steps to ECSE, Part C to B, and Form C).

The MO Special Education Compliance Standards and Indicators and the MO State Plan for Special Education will be referred to throughout the instruction. Time will be embedded throughout to improve upon current draft documents.

Lunch included. Graduate credit available

23. Special Education Process

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: Special Education/General Education Teachers, Special Education/ General Education Administrators, Process Coordinators and Related Service Providers

Dates: 8/30/2024

As a result of this training, participants will have a basic understanding of special education laws that focus on the implementation of the special education process, which is the process used for referring students for evaluation, finding children eligible for services, establishing an Individualized Education Program for them, and continued review of services and progress of and for the child.

24. I am the Process Coordinator! Now What?

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (ROOM 112) (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/3/2024 to 2/25/2025

Join us on September 3rd and February 25th as we discuss how process coordinators can best support special education teachers. We will discuss organization for the PC and how they can organize their teachers, talk about process items such as referrals, REDs, assessments, interpretation of assessments, eligibility, and IEPs. Cost is $60 and includes two days of training with lunch and parking provided. This is a two day commitment so please make sure you are available both of these dates when you sign up. We will meet in the Park Central Office Building in Room #112.

25. Special Education Process Refresher Network (St Joseph)

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. St Joseph (St Joseph, MO)

Audience: K-12 Special Education teachers, coordinators

Dates: 9/5/2024 to 3/19/2025

26. Section 504: What You Need to Know for the 24-25 School Year

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: 504 coordinators, counselors, building administrators and any other staff that implement or oversee 504s.

Dates: 9/11/2024

Join special education attorney Betsey Helfrich, and Anne Bradley, former attorney at the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights as we learn the basics of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This professional development opportunity will provide an overview of the LEA's responsibilities under Section 504. Participants will gain basic knowledge about legal requirements for LEAs under Section 504, 504 eligibility, and how to develop 504 plans. This is a great refresher course for 504 veterans and also a great overview for those who may be new to the 504 process.

*This training is hybrid. Participants will be able to choose whether they want to join virtually or in-person at the KCRPDC in historic Union Station. All participants will be sent an email (48-hours prior to the training) giving them the opportunity to choose their preferred learning style. This will be recorded and disemmenated to all participants. All paid participants will have 10 calendar days to view the recording and then the link will go dead.

Anne Bradley is former supervisory attorney for the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, spending the last 12 years conducting and supervising investigations into educational institutions' compliance with federal civil rights laws, including Section 504, Title II, Title VI and Title IX.

Betsey Helfrichis an education law attorney and has successfully represented school district clients against a variety of claims in state and federal courts as well as in special education due process hearings and appeals. Betsey also provides general counsel to schools on special education matters and conducts local and national trainings regarding Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and all areas of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

*48-hour cancellation policy.

Cost: $50.00 for KCRPDC Members & $75.00 for Non-KCRPDC Members

27. Quality IEPs Virtual Lunch & Learn Series

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Process Coordinators and Special Education Directors

Dates: 9/12/2024 to 10/3/2024

The Individual Education Plan (IEP) is the key to providing services for a special education student. Join Compliance Consultant, Bailey Tennesen, as she takes educators step by step through the process of writing a quality IEP. This series will break down a full day training into 4 virtual 1.5 hour sessions, giving educators the availability to watch live or view the recording at a time that fits their schedule. Zoom link and recording of each session will be sent to all registered participants.
09/12/2024: How to Prepare for an IEP Meeting
09/19/2024: Present Levels of Academic and Functional Performance
09/26/2024: Writing Annual IEP SMART goals
10/03/2024: Other Components of the IEP

Bailey Tennesen has worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. While receiving her Bachelor's Degree at Missouri State University in Cross Categorical Special Education K-12. While working as a Special Education teacher, Bailey obtained her ESL certification and received her Master's Degree in Teacher Leadership from Park University. Currently, she serves as the Special Education Compliance Consultant for the Kansas City area and surrounding region. She is a strong advocate for students with special needs and believes every child has the right to learn.

Cost: $20.00

28. Early Childhood Special Education Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (ROOM 112) (Springfield, MO)

Audience: ECSE teachers, Paraprofessionals, Process Coordinators

Dates: 9/13/2024

The local ECSE program is responsible for locating, evaluating, and, if the child qualifies, providing special education and related services for children ages 3-5 in the state of Missouri. Now that you have identified your students, how do you set up your programs? We will review ways to serve ECSE students, ways to implement specially designed instruction. We will cover Early Childhood Outcomes and how to complete the ratings. The training will include examples of activities and how to make them and use in your classroom. Each participant will have the opportunity to make 2-3 activities. The cost is $50 and includes parking, breakfast, lunch, and supplies for take-home activities. Breakfast will be served starting at 8:30 as you sign-in and get settled- training will begin promptly at 9:00. Working lunch will be served around 11:30 or 12:00 and you will be done by 3:00 p.m. We will meet at the Park Central Office Building, Room 112

29. SpEd: Special Education Directors Gathering

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Special Education Directors

Dates: 9/20/2024 to 4/4/2025

If you are a Special Education Director, please join us for quarterly meetings at the Central RPDC!

These meetings will provide directors with the opportunity to meet with their colleagues who are also in the same position. Get to know your colleagues in your neighboring districts and share good ideas for running a quality special education program. The meetings will provide guidance from Julie Harris and Mary Beth Scherer, both retired Special Education Directors and Central RPDC Special Education consultants.

Many of your position's responsibilities will be reviewed and discussed at our quarterly meetings. Some of the topics will include the current news in special education from DESE, current due process hearings, current child complaints, staff evaluation techniques, identifying your monthly DESE requirements, core data submissions, due dates, understanding when a parent requests an IEE, understanding your special education district profile, as well as numerous other topics.

Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp.

30. Building Your Leadership Capacity

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers interested in Educational Leadership

Dates: 9/23/2024 to 1/14/2025

Have you thought of becoming a principal, special education director or any other leadership position?
Do you already have your administrative degree but not putting it to use yet?
Do you want to learn more about educational leadership?

If you answered "YES" to any of these questions, please join our 4-day Training where we will cover:
* Understanding and Using Leadership Styles
* What it Means to be an Education Leader
* Building Your Brand as an Educational Leader

Participants must attend all four sessions. Lunch will be provided.

31. MAP-A for ALL Educators

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: Special education teachers, process coordinators and directors who conduct MAP-A

Dates: 9/25/2024

This professional learning opportunity will build participant knowledge in the process of completing the Dynamic Learning MAPs (DLM) for our students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. Teachers will 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 students' knowledge and capacity to demonstrate growth on the summative version of the MAP-A.

Presenters: Dr. Kent Yocum has over 25 years of experience working in elementary education, starting in the classroom, advancing to instructional coaching and building/district leadership. Stacey Martin has over 40 years of experience working in the field of special education, especially in the areas of autism and behavior. She has spent the last 9 years at Summit Behavioral Services as Assistant Director of the clinical preschool.

Cost: $15.00 for KCRPDC Members and $20.00 for Non-Members

32. Effective Goals in Special Education: Using Data and the Science of Reading

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: 1 University Center Program Lounge (Cape Girardeau, MO)

Dates: 9/26/2024

Join us as we break down the specifics of screeners and relate them to the five pillars of literacy. Using data, participants will have the opportunity to develop goals to guide differentiated instruction. We will also explore ways to assure the effectiveness of your instructional time through flexible grouping and classroom routines. We ask participants to bring samples of their own screening data. A follow-up session will be offered on Oct. 21 for K-5 and on Nov. 20 for 6-12. Participants will need to register separately for the follow-up session.

33. New to Special Education Academy

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: 1 University Center (Cape Girardeau, MO) [map]

Dates: 10/1/2024 to 12/4/2024

This three-day training will focus on the basics all new Special Education Teachers need to know and understand in order to have a successful start to their Special Education teaching career. Tiffiney Smith, Special Education Compliance Consultant and Berkley Rosenquist, Special Education Improvement Consultant, will provide teachers new to Special Education, an overview of the foundational components of Special Education law, Special Education state regulations, compliance requirements for IEPs, evaluations, eligibility determinations, as well as, best practices for specially designed instruction and crafting appropriate transition plans. The information provided will be targeted towards teachers who are just starting their teaching careers in the field of Special Education.

34. Special Education Teacher Network

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5 Varies (Maryville/St Joseph, MO)

Audience: K-12 Special Education Teachers

Dates: 10/1/2024 to 3/18/2025

Participants will demonstrate an understanding of specially designed instruction and the application of it for instruction, as well as how that is to be defined within the IEP. Strategies will be provided to assist educators in:
* Understanding the Golden Thread (Special Education Process)
* Writing compliant Reviews of Existing Data and evaluation reports
* Conducing Observations to determine negative educational impact
* Making quality eligibility determinations
* Writing present levels of academic achievement and functional performance, individualized SMART goals, special education services in the Least Restrictive Environment, regular education placement, and Accommodations/Modifications
* Specially designed instruction and engaging instructional strategies to enhance instruction for students
* Progress-monitoring goals and progress reports
Lunch provided. Graduate credit available

35. 24-25 New to Special Education Academy

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: New to Special Education- Teachers (1st or 2nd year in sped)

Dates: 10/1/2024 to 3/3/2025

10/01: Special Education Process: As a result of this training, participants will have a basic understanding of special education laws that focus on the implementation of the special education process, which is the process used for referring students for evaluation, finding children eligible for services, establishing an Individualized Education Program for them, and continued review of services and progress of and for the child.

11/15: Writing Quality Individualized Education Plans (IEP): As a result of this training, participants will know the best practices in preparing for an IEP meeting, be able to write present level of academic achievement and functional performance, write SMART goals related to the students' needs and understand all components of the IEP,

01/16: Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) & Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)/ Progress Monitoring: As a result of this training, participants will learn how to conduct formal and informal functional behavior assessments and translating the data to a behavior intervention plan.

03/03: Intro into Science of Reading/Math: As a result of this training, participants will dive deeply into the science of reading in the morning with our ELA consutlants. In the afternoon participants will work with our math consultants and learn effective teaching strategies that can be incorporated into their K-12 classrooms for students with disabilities.

Bailey has worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. While receiving her Bachelor's Degree at Missouri State University in Cross Categorical Special Education K-12. While working as a Special Education teacher, Bailey obtained her ESL certification and received her Master's Degree in Teacher Leadership from Park University. Currently, she serves as the Special Education Compliance Consultant for the Kansas City area and surrounding region. She is a strong advocate for students with special needs and believes every child has the right to learn.

Cost: $75.00

36. Cohort 1 Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Springfield (Springfield, MO) [map]

Dates: 10/2/2024

Districts who were in Cohort 1 and completed their Special Education Self-Assessment Tiered Monitoring last year will be notified in mid-September of any Corrective Actions they received. This training is designed to provide professional development over the Standards and Indicators called out of compliance in our region. This will fulfill a training component of your CAPs and will assist you in being able to go back and provide professional development on the Indicators your district was called out on. There will be two sessions offered - an AM and an Afternoon. You only need to sign up for ONE session. The morning session will be from 9:00-11:00 and the afternoon session will be from 12:30 - 2:30. We will meet in Room 112 at the Park Central Office Building.

37. New to Special Education Academy

Program: RPDC - Heart of MO - Regional Professional Development Center

Location: B105 Assessment Resource Center, 2800 Maguire Blvd, University of MO (Columbia, MO)

Dates: 10/2/2024 to 1/15/2025

New

Enhance your expertise with our comprehensive four-session professional development series designed for new special education professionals. This series covers essential areas to equip educators with tools for supporting students with disabilities effectively.

**Session 1: Special Education Evaluations** Follow the Golden Thread through the fundamentals of special education evaluations. Learn how to conduct thorough assessments to identify student needs accurately and understand the legal and procedural requirements. Gain practical skills for interpreting evaluation results and making informed decisions.

**Session 2: Developing Effective IEPs** Continue the Golder Thread while mastering the process of creating and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This session focuses on writing compliant, measurable, and achievable goals tailored to each student's unique needs. Explore best practices for collaborating with families and other professionals to develop comprehensive and actionable IEPs.

**Session 3: Addressing Behavior Challenges** Discover strategies for managing and improving student behavior. Learn about behavioral interventions, functional behavior assessments (FBAs), and behavior intervention plans (BIPs). This session equips you with tools to create supportive learning environments that promote positive behavior and academic success.

**Session 4: High Leverage Practices (HLPs) in Special Education** Explore the High Leverage Practices (HLPs) that have the most significant impact on student learning and engagement. Understand how to implement these evidence-based strategies in your daily practice to enhance instruction, assessment, collaboration, and social/emotional/behavioral supports.

Join us for this in-depth professional development series to strengthen your skills, stay informed on best practices, and provide exceptional support to your students with disabilities.

38. Cohort 1 Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Training - Afternoon Session

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Springfield (Springfield, MO) [map]

Dates: 10/2/2024

39. SpEd: Quality Eligibility Determination Evaluation Report Training

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: SpEd Teachers, Directors, and Process Coordinators

Dates: 10/4/2024

Become a DESE compliance expert by learning how to write an evaluation report! This workshop focuses on the special education evaluation process from pre-referral to eligibility.

We will examine how decisions are being made regarding when to suspect an educational disability, how to write a quality eligibility determination, 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. We will review the content required for evaluation reports, as outlined in the standards and indicators manual, and the required components of evaluation reports based on the disability category.

Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Lunch will be provided.

40. SpEd: Tiered Monitoring Training for Cohort 2 School Districts

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 Central RPDC (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Cohort 2 Special Education leadership teams, Special Education Directors, and Process Coordinators

Dates: 10/11/2024

This is a training for Cohort 2 school districts. These districts will be participating in the DESE tiered monitoring self-assessment during the 2024 and 2025 school year.

During the morning session, we will focus on the DESE compliance "look fors” and most common out-of-compliance calls by DESE. The morning training will be helpful when choosing your files for your tiered monitoring self-assessment. Compliance indicators on the various special education forms will be reviewed. Please bring initial files as well as a reevaluation file to review during the morning session. The session will prepare directors as well as special education district leadership teams to ensure their files will meet with all the compliance standards.

The afternoon session will be a joint presentation by the area's compliance consultant and a DESE compliance supervisor. They will review the tiered monitoring process, required dates and timelines, the parent survey component, as well as the initial timelines and C to B timelines requirement. The session will also provide a review of using the IMACS 2.0 program. The presentation will include how to use the IMACS program, how to upload your file documents and where to correspond with DESE compliance supervisor assigned to your district.

Morning refreshments and registration will begin at 8:30 am, with content beginning at 9 am sharp. Participants will be on their own for lunch.

41. Special Education Tiered Monitoring - Cohort 2

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: SPED Directors, Administrators, Process Coordinators

Dates: 10/15/2024

The training for school districts in Special Education Monitoring Cohort 2 provides critical information about the special education monitoring process and walks through the steps for using IMACS 2 to complete the required special education self-assessment, provide initial evaluation and C to B transition timeline data, and submit requested student documents for verification.

42. Special Education Tiered Monitoring - Cohort 2

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Cohort 2 Special Education Directors and Process Coordinators

Dates: 10/16/2024

This workshop is for Special Education Cohort 2 schools only.

DATE: Wednesday, October 16, 2024

TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University Student TBA

COST: FREE

This workshop is for Cohort 2 Special Education Monitoring school districts.

This workshop will -
-- provide critical information about the special education monitoring process,
-- walk through the steps for using IMACS 2 to complete the required special education self-assessment,
-- provide initial evaluation and C to B transition timeline data, and
-- help participants submit requested student documents for verification.

This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards 1, 3, 6 & 7.

43. Quality Eligibility Determinations Workshop

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: General Education Administrators/ Special Education Administrators, general education and special education teachers

Dates: 10/16/2024 to 10/17/2024

The focus of this workshop will be on the evaluation process from pre-referral to eligibility. We will look at how decisions are being made regarding which students to evaluate, how to determine what information needs to be gathered through assessments and then how to use that information in eligibility decisions. Information regarding the content of evaluation reports, based on standards and indicators will also be included.

Bailey Tennesen has worked with students with disabilities over the last 15 years. While receiving her bachelor's degree from Missouri State University in Cross Categorical Special Education K-12 she was a Paraprofessional. She became a special education teacher and obtained her ESL certification and master's degree in Teacher Leadership from Park University. Currently, Bailey serves as the special education compliance consultant for the Kansas City area and surrounding region. She is a strong advocate for students with special needs and believes every child has the right to learn and be successful!

Cost:$30 per person

44. Autism + Behavior

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: General and Special Education teachers, administrators, process coordinators

Dates: 10/17/2024

Autism: Dive into an enlightening discussion on neurodiverse affirming language and explore the common characteristics of Autism often observed in learners within the school environment. Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking session where we'll debunk misconceptions, foster understanding, and promote inclusivity. Whether you're a teacher, administrator, or support staff, this workshop offers valuable insights to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all students. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and embrace neurodiversity in your school community.

Behavior: Join us for a deep dive into the fundamentals of behavior, equipping educators with the tools to swiftly identify behavior functions and implement evidence-based practices for student success. This training explores various behavior modification techniques, from modifying antecedents to teaching replacement behaviors and adjusting consequences. Additionally, we'll discuss the power of self-advocacy as a strategy to reduce challenging behaviors. Whether you're a seasoned educator or new to the field, this workshop offers practical insights to enhance classroom management and promote positive outcomes for learners.

Presented by: Lauren Gaskill, BCBA (from Project ACCESS/Missouri State University)
Lauren is an Autism Resource Specialist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Project ACCESS. Before working at Project ACCESS, Lauren was a special education teacher for 5 years in life skills and resource classrooms. Lauren worked with students of varying skills and communication abilities.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

45. Communication + Social Skills

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: General and Special Education teachers, administrators, process coordinators

Dates: 10/18/2024

Communication: Are you a special educator dedicated to empowering students with autism to communicate effectively? Join us for an enlightening workshop tailored specifically to meet the unique needs of students on the spectrum. In this dynamic session, we'll delve into the critical importance of providing each student with a personalized approach to communication. From understanding diverse communication supports to exploring engaging activities and invaluable resources, we'll equip you with the tools to foster meaningful connections and unlock the full potential of every learner. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and transform the self-advocacy journey for your autistic learners. Additionally, participants will have the chance to create hands-on communication resources to immediately implement in their classrooms. Don't miss this chance to empower your students and create an inclusive learning environment.

Social Skills: In this workshop, you will learn to seamlessly incorporate crucial social skills into your daily classroom routines and lessons. Through interactive activities and practical strategies, discover how to foster positive interactions and empower students to thrive. Plus, leave with personalized social skill visuals to support your classroom environment. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit and make a meaningful impact on your students' lives.

Presented by: Lauren Gaskill, BCBA (from Project ACCESS/Missouri State University)
Lauren is an Autism Resource Specialist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Project ACCESS. Before working at Project ACCESS, Lauren was a special education teacher for 5 years in life skills and resource classrooms. Lauren worked with students of varying skills and communication abilities.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

46. SPED New Director Meeting

Program: RPDC - Heart of MO - Regional Professional Development Center

Location: B105 Assessment Resource Center, 2800 Maguire Blvd, University of MO (Columbia, MO)

Dates: 10/18/2024

The New Directors' Group will meet four times throughout the 24-25 school year to discuss a variety of topics and build relationships with other new directors. You will register for each session individually so look for all four of the dates in Frontline. You do not have to attend all four - you may pick and choose based on your schedule. We will plan to discuss leadership lessons, have some time for round table discussions/questions, and a portion of each day will focus on compliance issues facing special education directors.

The four meeting dates will be: October 18, 2024, December 6, 2024, February 21, 2025 and May 2, 2025. The meeting dates will be individually posted and you must register for each date you would like to attend.

47. Special Education Eligibility: Making Quality Eligibility Determinations

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Springfield (Springfield, MO) [map]

Dates: 10/21/2024

48. DESE Sped Compliance Self Assessment Training

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: 1 University Center (Cape Girardeau, MO) [map]

Dates: 10/21/2024

49. Supporting Your Literacy Goals: A Practical Look at the Classroom, K-5

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: 1 University Center Program Lounge (Cape Girardeau, MO)

Dates: 10/21/2024

This session will provide answers to the big literacy question: "But HOW do I do this?” We will look at ways to support yourself, co-teachers, and students in implementing literacy goals. Our hands-on approach will begin by helping you to link literacy data to appropriate resources and instructional strategies. Modeling of instructional practices will be provided, with discussions centering around ways to provide workable groups, resources, and time management.

This is a follow-up to Effective Goals in Special Education: Using Data and the Science of Reading held September 26, 2025, but that attendance isn't required to register for this session.

50. Special Education Compliance Monitoring Self-Assessment Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Springfield (Springfield, MO) [map]

Dates: 10/22/2024

This training is designed for districts who will going through self-assessment during 2024-2025 (Cohort 2). This will be a full day training designed to assist public agencies in preparation for their Special Education Tiered Monitoring review process. The training will describe the self-assessment process and the use of the IMACS 2.0 system. During the morning session, we will go over the indicators that will be part of the self-assessment and discuss ways to ensure compliance with those indicators. After lunch, a DESE Compliance Supervisor will join us and we will go over the technical aspects of self-assessment and how to use IMACS 2.0 properly to complete the required activities. We will begin at 9:00 AM and the day will end by 3:00 at the latest. Cost is $30 per person and includes lunch and parking. We will meet on the main floor of Meyer Alumni Center located at 300 South Jefferson Avenue in Springfield. Parking instructions will be sent out prior to the training.

51. Special Education Tiered Monitoring - Cohort 2

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5 To Be Determined (To Be Determined, MO)

Audience: Cohort 2 Special Education Directors

Dates: 10/23/2024

52. Function Based Thinking - Springfield

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (ROOM 112) (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 10/24/2024

This workshop will explore how all behavior is a form of communication and serves a purpose. Participants will learn the principles of behavior change, methods for teaching replacement behaviors, and strategies for weakening undesired behavior. Participants will explore the four functions of behavior (Sensory, Escape, Attention, Tangible), and interventions that address each function. The workshop format will allow participants to process a specific student, examine the function of behavior, and leave with strategies to begin to immediately apply. This workshop is designed for special education teachers, regular education teachers, paras, counselors, administrators and/or any team member working with students with challenging behaviors. A light breakfast, lunch and parking are included.

53. New Special Education Directors Academy

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: New to Special Education- Directors (1st or 2nd year in role)

Dates: 10/24/2024 to 4/16/2025

Join us for quarterly for a more in-depth look on topics that impact New Special Education Directors.
*Understanding the Standards and Indicators Manual/Understanding Your district's Special Education Profile
*Eligibility Determination with Emphasis on OHI/ Writing Compliant Evaluation Reports
*Tiered Monitoring/File Reviews/Timelines
*Hot Topics, End of the Year Deadlines, Data-driven decision making

Additionally members of the group will have input into topics of Interest. Time will be allowed for collaboration and problem solving..

Cost: $75.00

54. Function Based Thinking - Lamar, MO

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Lamar Jr. High School (Lamar, MO) [map]

Dates: 10/28/2024

55. Kansas City Region 3 Special Education Tiered Monitoring -Cohort 2 ONLY

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: Special Education Administrators and Process Coordinators

Dates: 10/31/2024

The morning session (10:00-12:00 PM) will go over the Top 10 indicators that were found out of compliance. We will also discuss tips and tricks for Self-Assessment including how to conduct a file review with your district prior to submitting files on IMACs.

During the afternoon session (1:00-3:00 PM), the KC-RPDC Compliance Consultant and DESE Compliance Supervisor will walk through special education monitoring and what it entails for Cohort 2. We will provide critical information about the special education monitoring process . The following items will be discussed: the steps for using IMACs 2 to complete the required special education self-assessment, provide initial evaluation and C-B timeline data, and how to submit requested student documents for verification.. Please make sure you have a fully charged laptop.

Cost: $15.00

56. Write On with Writing Academy: Grades 6-8

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

Audience: Grades 6-8 General Education and Special Education Teachers

Dates: 11/5/2024 to 11/12/2024

DATES: Tuesdays - November 5 and November 12, 2024

TIME: 9:00 am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

COST: $100 - Morning refreshments and lunch included

In this 2-day academy, participants will examine and see research-based practices modeled with a focus on quality decision-making about instruction and curriculum use. This workshop will provide hands-on application and strategies to approach writing tasks. A writing process will be introduced and discussed.

At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to
>identify the components of writing task as a researcher, writer, and reader;
>discuss components of narrative, expository, and argumentative writing; and
>take next steps for application and confirmation in current instruction.

This academy will be beneficial to Grades 6-8 both General Education Teachers and Special Education Teachers.

This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards: 1, 2, & 7

57. Transition Network

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5 To Be Determined (To Be Determined, MO)

Audience: MS/HS Special Education Teachers and Directors

Dates: 11/7/2024 to 1/31/2025

Transition Network will provide special education teachers of students ages 15 and older compliance guidance, resources, and networking opportunities. Though secondary transition planning is a part of the individual education program (IEP) process, it is not intended to be a static activity that only occurs annually during a student's IEP meeting. Ongoing transition planning helps students develop independence, which in turn helps provide students better opportunities to reach their career and adult-living goals.

58. Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plans

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (ROOM 112) (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Process Coordinators, Administrators, Special Education Directors, or others conducting FBAs on IEP students

Dates: 11/12/2024

This workshop offers a step-by-step guide to completing thorough and successful FBA and BIPs for IEP students experiencing severe behaviors. Participants will receive information on how to successfully: *Use data to determine target behaviors and create a functional hypothesis. *Analyze ABC data to determine the function of behavior and choose the best antecedent and consequence interventions. *Write an FBA and BIP Participants will receive examples of forms to use throughout the FBA and BIP process. A light breakfast, lunch and parking are included. This session is designed for Special Education Teachers, Process Coordinators, administrators, or others conducting FBAs on IEP students.

59. Math Special Education Cohort

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: 1 Southeast Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Cape Girardeau, MO) [map]

Dates: 11/18/2024 to 3/27/2025

This cohort is intended for K-12 Special Education teachers. Our Math team is partnering with Berkley Rosenquist, our regional Special Education Improvement Consultant to bring this network of learning and collaboration to SEMO teachers. We will focus on the progression of Missouri Learning Standards and how this supports specialized instruction. Teachers will have the opportunity to collaborate with other teachers across the region, explore resources, and ask questions.

60. Supporting Your Literacy Goals: A Practical Look at the Classroom, 6-12

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: 1 University Center Program Lounge (Cape Girardeau, MO)

Dates: 11/20/2024

61. Behavior Data Collection: The When, Why, and How

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (ROOM 112) (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Regular Education Teachers, Paras, Counselors, Administrators and or any team member designated to collect data of students with challenging behaviors

Dates: 12/5/2024

This workshop will explore multiple methods for collecting and using data for IEP students experiencing severe behaviors. This deep dive into data collection will aid participants in collecting data for FBA, BIP, and data for Manifestation Determination Hearings. Participants will receive multiple forms to aid in the collection and organization of data. * Records data (Health, Discipline, Academic, Attendance, Social/Emotional…) * Baseline (frequency, latency, duration, permanent product, task analysis, momentary time sample) * ABC data for the use of identifying the function of behavior * Progress Monitoring Data to determine success of interventions A light breakfast, lunch and parking are included. This workshop is designed for special education teachers, regular education teachers, paras, counselors, administrators and/or any team member designated to collect data of students with challenging behaviors.

62. SPED New Director Meeting

Program: RPDC - Heart of MO - Regional Professional Development Center

Location: B105 Assessment Resource Center, 2800 Maguire Blvd, University of MO (Columbia, MO)

Dates: 12/6/2024

63. December Compliance Connection South: Poplar Bluff

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: 1 Poplar Bluff Administration Building (Poplar Bluff, MO) [map]

Dates: 12/11/2024

Compliance Connection is a monthly meeting between regional educators and Southeast RPDC Special Education Compliance Consultant, Tiffiney Smith. During each of these monthly meetings, DESE Special Education updates will be shared along with information regarding other various Special Education Compliance topics such as Special Education Laws and Regulations, Discipline Process for Students with Disabilities, Special Education Data and Data Analysis for Improving Student Outcomes, Eligibility Determinations and IEP Implementation. In addition to information sharing, time will be provided for individuals to ask specific questions. Technical assistance will be provided on an as needed basis to anyone who may need assistance with Special Education Compliance related issues. The meetings are open to any district staff member who has a role in Special Education, this may include District and Building Administrators, Special Education Directors, and Process Coordinators.

Due to space limitations at the specific regional locations, each individual who plans on attending, will need to register through My Learning Plan so that we can ensure adequate and appropriate accommodations and materials.

64. Special Education Compliance Connection North: North St. Francois County

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: See Below (Kirksville, MO)

Dates: 12/12/2024

Compliance Connection is a networking opportunity for Special Education Directors. Information regarding Sped Compliance Hot Topics will be shared and Directors will have an opportunity to network with one another.

South Meetings will be held at Poplar Bluff School District Board Office.
North Meetings will be held on the North St. François School District campus in the Primary Building.
SEMO Meetings will be held on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University.

65. Special Education Compliance Connection:SEMO

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: 1 University Center (Cape Girardeau, MO) [map]

Dates: 12/13/2024

New

Compliance Connection is a networking opportunity for Special Education Directors. Information regarding Sped Compliance Hot Topics will be shared and Directors will have an opportunity to network with one another.
South Meetings will be held st Poplar Bluff School District, Board Office
North Meetings will be held on the campus of North St. François School District in the Primary Building.
SEMO Meetings will be held in Cape Girardeau on Southeast Missouri University campus.

66. IDEA Discipline: What EVERY Administrator Should Know-HYBRID TRAINING

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: General Education Administrators/ Special Education Administrators, general education and special education teachers

Dates: 1/14/2025

Join Betsey Helfrich as she provides critical information regarding the discipline procedures required for students with disabilities. In the morning, we will discuss the top legal mistakes administrators make when disciplining students with disabilities. In the afternoon, Betsey will address the impact of the Safe Schools ACT, use of short and long term suspensions/ expulsions, in- school-suspensions, bus suspensions and everything districts need to know about the required "manifestation determination" before students with disabilities can be disciplined as non-disabled students.

Administrators will learn how important collaboration between general and special education can be as they travel this difficult process to protect the learning environment of their schools. *All participants will be sent an email 2 business days prior to the training date with a zoom registration link. This training is HYBRID. Participants can choose whether to come in person or attend virtually. 48-hour cancellation policy for all registered participants.

Betsey Helfrich is an education law attorney and has successfully represented school district clients against a variety of claims in state and federal courts as well as in special education due process hearings and appeals. Betsey also provides general counsel to schools on special education matters and conducts local and national trainings regarding Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and all areas of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Cost: $120 for KCRPDC Members $150 for Non-KCRPDC Members

67. What is Special About Special Education? Learn the Importance of Specially Designed Instruction

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: Special Education Administrators, Special Education Teachers, Coordinators, Related Service Providers

Dates: 1/22/2025

Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) is an instructional need and requirement for our students who are eligible for special education. Participants will gain an understanding of the federal and state requirements for SDI, and the importance of utilizing student data along with state standards (MO Learning Standards, Essential Elements, or Early Childhood Standards) to determine appropriate specialized instruction, as well as accommodations and/or modifications for each individual students.

Cost: $20.00 RPDC Members OR $25.00 Non- Members

68. Evidence Based Practices for Students with Severe Behaviors

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Park Central Office Building (ROOM 112) (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Regular Education Teachers, Paras, Counselors, Administrators and/or any team member working with students with challenging behaviors

Dates: 1/23/2025

This workshop will help participants choose and implement interventions proven to be effective for students experiencing severe behaviors. This training will discuss multiple strategies for behavior change, including antecedent interventions (changes to the environment), teaching replacement behaviors, and altering consequences. Participants will gain knowledge in how to match interventions to the four functions driving behavior (sensory, escape, attention and tangible). This workshop is designed for special education teachers, regular education teachers, paras, counselors, administrators and/or any team member working with students with challenging behaviors. A light breakfast, lunch and parking are included.

69. How Do We Collect Data & Progress Monitor to Drive Specialized Instruction?

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: General/Special Education Teachers, Special Education Process Coordinators, Special Education Administration

Dates: 1/28/2025

Data, Data, Data! How do I collect it? What do I do with it? Participants will gain an understanding of progress monitoring, including:

•The importance of data collection

•How to select data collection tools

•Methods of data collection

•How to analyze data and make data driven instruction decisions

Bailey Tennesen has worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. While receiving her Bachelor's Degree at Missouri State University in Cross Categorical Special Education K-12. While working as a Special Education teacher, Bailey obtained her ESL certification and received her Master's Degree in Teacher Leadership from Park University. Currently, she serves as the Special Education Compliance Consultant for the Kansas City area and surrounding region. She is a strong advocate for students with special needs and believes every child has the right to learn.

Cost: $15.00

70. Post-Secondary Transition Academy

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: : Special education teachers, Special Education Process Coordinators and Special Education Directors, General Education Administration and Counselors.

Dates: 2/4/2025 to 2/5/2025

How do I prepare my student (s) with a disability to transition to the next phase of life after high school? Participants will learn to use valuable resources to support students in college and/or career readiness planning process for their future. During this two-day workshop, we will walk through best practices and IDEA compliance requirements for post-secondary transition planning.

Bailey Tennesen has worked with students with disabilities over the last 15 years. While receiving her bachelor's degree from Missouri State University in Cross Categorical Special Education K-12 she was a Paraprofessional. She became a special education teacher and obtained her ESL certification and master's degree in Teacher Leadership from Park University. Currently, Bailey serves as the special education compliance consultant for the Kansas City area and surrounding region. She is a strong advocate for students with special needs and believes every child has the right to learn and be successful! This is a 2-day training
Cost: $30 per person

71. SPED New Director Meeting

Program: RPDC - Heart of MO - Regional Professional Development Center

Location: B105 Assessment Resource Center, 2800 Maguire Blvd, University of MO (Columbia, MO)

Dates: 2/21/2025

72. March Compliance Connection South: Poplar Bluff

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: 1 Poplar Bluff Administration Building (Poplar Bluff, MO) [map]

Dates: 3/19/2025

73. Special Education Compliance Connection North: North St. Francois County

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: See Below (Kirksville, MO)

Dates: 3/20/2025

Compliance Connection is a networking opportunity for Special Education Directors. Information regarding Sped Compliance Hot Topics will be shared and Directors will have an opportunity to network with one another.

South Meetings will be held at Poplar Bluff School District Board Office.
North Meetings will be held on the campus of North St. François School District in the Primary Building.
SEMO Meetings will be held on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University.

74. Special Education Compliance Connection:SEMO

Program: RPDC - Southeast

Location: 1 Southeast Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Cape Girardeau, MO) [map]

Dates: 3/21/2025

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Compliance Connection is a networking opportunity for Special Education Directors. Information regarding Sped Compliance Hot Topics will be shared and Directors will have an opportunity to network with one another.
South Meetings will be held at Poplar Bluff School District Board Office.
North Meetings will be held on the campus of North St. François School District in the Primary Building.
SEMO Meetings will be held in Cape Girardeau on Southeast Missouri University campus.

75. SPED New Director Meeting

Program: RPDC - Heart of MO - Regional Professional Development Center

Location: B105 Assessment Resource Center, 2800 Maguire Blvd, University of MO (Columbia, MO)

Dates: 5/2/2025

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