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1. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 7/21/2025

Starting Soon
DATE: Monday, July 21, 2025

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

COST: Free

MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--July through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Monday, July 21: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports
Monday, August 18: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives
Monday, September 15: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means
Monday, October 20: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities
Monday, November 17: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA
Monday, December 15: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?
Monday, January 26: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP
Monday, February 23: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?
Monday, March 16: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?
Monday, April 20: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions
Monday, May 18: To Be Determined
  • Enrolled: 26/90
  • Wait: 0/0

2. Special Education Boot Camp

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 7/24/2025

New to the profession, need a refresher? Join us as we look at "Special Education”. We will assist educators as they navigate the Special Education Standards and Indicators. Participants will receive information to support them in the following areas: July 24th- SPED Process- Golden Thread Referral Review of Existing Data Eligibility including Observations Continental breakfast will be served at 8:30. Training will start at 9:00. Lunch will be on your own. New to Special Education is also offered Sept. 17th and October 14th. Here is the registration link https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?I=5050837&D=11005
  • Enrolled: 17/25
  • Wait: 0/0

3. Paraprofessional Training

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Macon Co. R-I (Macon, MO)

Audience: Paraprofessionals

Dates: 7/28/2025

Wait List
DATE: Monday, July 28, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-2:00pm

LOCATION: Macon R-I District Office - 902 N. Missouri, Macon

COST: $30 - lunch and materials included

Paraprofessionals are an integral part of a school district. In this workshop, participants will spend the day learning about special education compliance, appropriate behavior techniques, and high-leverage practices to assist students with special education needs.

This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards 1, 2, 3, 5, & 8.
  • Enrolled: 60/60
  • Wait: 0/3

4. Special Education Boot Camp Day 1 (Trenton)

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. Trenton (Trenton, MO)

Audience: K-12 Special Education Teachers

Dates: 7/28/2025

New to the profession, need a refresher? Join us as we look at "Special Education”. This session is designed to help answer the Who, What, Where, When, Why and How's, we have and assist educators as they navigate the Special Education Standards and Indicators. Participants will receive information to support them in the following areas:

Day 1 - July 28
SPED Process - Golden Thread
Referral
Review of Existing Data
Eligibility Criteria including Observations
Evaluation including Negative Education Impact

 Day 2 - July 29
IEP
Present Level
Goals (SMART)
Accommodations/Modifications
Progress Monitoring - Data Collection

Day 3 - July 30
Specially Designed Instruction
SPED Organization
SPED data collection
Parent Communication
Collaborating with Peers
Other Documentation

YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH DAY SEPARATELY

Lunch on your own.

Optional 1 hour graduate credit available if you attend at lease two of the three days and complete additional course work.

These sessions are also offered on July 7, 8, and 9 in St Joseph
  • Enrolled: 15/25
  • Wait: 0/0

5. Cultivating Excellence: Growing Stronger Teaching Practices

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

Location: Boone County Nature School (Columbia, MO)

Dates: 7/29/2025

Are you a newer teacher and want to continue to strengthen your knowledge and teaching practices? Join us for a fun morning of learning focusing on these topics:

*Special Education

*Evidence-Based Practices in Literacy

*Classroom Management

*Healthy Teachers & Joyful Classrooms

*Legal Issues/Professionalism

You will also learn more about the Boone County Nature School and programs offered by the Missouri Department of Conservation.

  • Enrolled: 1/25
  • Wait: 0/0

6. Establishing Basic Skill Sets - 2 day training

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

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

Audience: Special education teachers, related service providers and those who support special education programs who provide instruction to students with significant language challenges, including those on the autism spectrum. **(Prior participation in a 3 Day Bootcamp required)

Dates: 7/29/2025 to 7/30/2025

Quite often, students on the autism spectrum, as well as learners with other developmental delays, present with limited skill sets (e.g., low to no imitation skills, limited learning to learn behaviors, etc). This 2-day training will cover methods for assessing and establishing early basic skills as a starting point so that effective programs can be developed and implemented. Concepts that will be covered include methods for establishing instructional control through pairing, teaching strategies for beginning programs, and a framework for responding to problem behavior. Training components will include written pre/post-tests, oral competencies and demonstration of teaching procedures. This training is modeled after training provided as part of Pennsylvania's PaTTAN Autism Initiative.

Stacey earned her B.S. in Elementary and Special Education from William Woods College and a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction from Webster University and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Her teaching credentials include regular education grades 1-8 and special education K-12. In May 2015, Stacey retired from the Lee's Summit School District after 30 years. Stacey is employed by Summit Behavioral Services and provides training on Applied Behavior Analysis and intensive verbal behavior programming to teachers and support staff from across the midwest. Stacey has presented at many state level conferences as well as giving the closing keynote address at the 2015 National Autism Conference at Penn State University.
**(Prior participation in a 3 Day Bootcamp required)


Cost: $220 for members, $260 for non-members
NOTE: 24-Hour cancellation policy.
  • Enrolled: 11/30
  • Wait: 0/5

7. Special Education Boot Camp - Session 1 of 4: Special Education Evaluations

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Macon Co. R-I (Macon, MO)

Audience: New to Special Education Teachers

Dates: 7/29/2025

DATE: Tuesday, July 29, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Macon R-I District Office Building - 902 N. Missouri, Macon

COST: $30 - includes lunch and materials

This basic training is developed with new special education professionals in mind.
(This workshop does not meet the credentialing requirements for a Beginning Teacher Assistance Program.)

In this session, participants will--
--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 from referral to eligibility determination, and
--gain practical skills for interpreting evaluation results and making informed decisions.

Session 2: Wednesday, July 30 - Developing Effective IEPs
Session 3: Thursday, September 18 - Addressing Behavior Challenges
Session 4: Tuesday, October 14 - High-Leverage Practices (HLPs) in Special Education
Register for each session separately.

This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards: 1, 2, 3, & 7.
  • Enrolled: 30/35
  • Wait: 0/0

8. Special Education Boot Camp Day 2 (Trenton)

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. Trenton (Trenton, MO)

Audience: K-12 Special Education Teachers

Dates: 7/29/2025

New to the profession, need a refresher? Join us as we look at "Special Education”. This session is designed to help answer the Who, What, Where, When, Why and How's, we have and assist educators as they navigate the Special Education Standards and Indicators. Participants will receive information to support them in the following areas:

Day 1 - July 28
SPED Process - Golden Thread
Referral
Review of Existing Data
Eligibility Criteria including Observations
Evaluation including Negative Education Impact

Day 2 - July 29
IEP
Present Level
Goals (SMART)
Accommodations/Modifications
Progress Monitoring - Data Collection

 Day 3 - July 30
Specially Designed Instruction
SPED Organization
SPED data collection
Parent Communication
Collaborating with Peers
Other Documentation

YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH DAY SEPARATELY

Lunch on your own.

Optional 1 hour graduate credit available if you attend at lease two of the three days and complete additional course work.

These sessions are also offered on July 7, 8, and 9 in St Joseph
  • Enrolled: 15/25
  • Wait: 0/0

9. Special Education Boot Camp - Session 2 of 4: Developing Effective IEPs

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Macon Co. R-I (Macon, MO)

Audience: New to Special Education Teachers

Dates: 7/30/2025

DATE: Wednesday, July 30, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Macon R-I District Office Building - 902 N. Missouri, Macon

COST: $30 - includes lunch and materials

This basic training is developed with new special education professionals in mind.
(This workshop does not meet the credentialing requirements for a Beginning Teacher Assistance Program.)

In this session, participants will--
--continue the Golden Thread while mastering the process of creating and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs),
--focus on writing compliant, measurable, and achievable goals tailored to each student's unique needs, and
--explore the best practices for collaborating with families and other professionals to develop comprehensive and actionable IEPs.

Session 1: Tuesday, July 29 - Special Education Evaluations
Session 3: Thursday, September 18 - Addressing Behavior Challenges
Session 4: Tuesday, October 14 - High-Leverage Practices (HLPs) in Special Education
Register for each session separately.

This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards: 1, 2, 3, & 7.
  • Enrolled: 28/35
  • Wait: 0/0

10. Special Education Boot Camp Day 3 (Trenton)

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. Trenton (Trenton, MO)

Audience: K-12 Special Education Teachers

Dates: 7/30/2025

New to the profession, need a refresher? Join us as we look at "Special Education”. This session is designed to help answer the Who, What, Where, When, Why and How's, we have and assist educators as they navigate the Special Education Standards and Indicators. Participants will receive information to support them in the following areas:

Day 1 - July 28
SPED Process - Golden Thread
Referral
Review of Existing Data
Eligibility Criteria including Observations
Evaluation including Negative Education Impact

Day 2 - July 29
IEP
Present Level
Goals (SMART)
Accommodations/Modifications
Progress Monitoring - Data Collection

Day 3 - July 30
Specially Designed Instruction
SPED Organization
SPED data collection
Parent Communication
Collaborating with Peers
Other Documentation

 YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH DAY SEPARATELY

Lunch on your own.

Optional 1 hour graduate credit available if you attend at lease two of the three days and complete additional course work.

These sessions are also offered on July 7, 8, and 9 in St Joseph
  • Enrolled: 13/25
  • Wait: 0/0

11. Paraprofessional Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

Audience: Paraprofessionals

Dates: 7/31/2025

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. The cost is $50 and includes parking and lunch. 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.
  • Enrolled: 29/40
  • Wait: 0/0

12. Paraprofessional Training

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

Audience: Paraprofessionals

Dates: 8/1/2025

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. The cost is $50 and includes parking and lunch. 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.
  • Enrolled: 36/40
  • Wait: 0/0

13. School Leaders: Navigating the Increase in Student Behavior and Alternatives to Suspension - Lamar

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

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

Audience: Building Leaders, Special Education Directors, Behavior Intervention Specialists, Counselors and Instructional Coaches

Dates: 8/5/2025

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.
  • Enrolled: 8/30
  • Wait: 0/0

14. Special Education New Teacher Bootcamp Kickoff

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

Location: Assessment Resource Center-Meeting Center, Rm B105, 2800 Maguire Blvd (Columbia, MO)

Dates: 8/6/2025

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.

  • Enrolled: 12/30
  • Wait: 0/0

15. 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: 8/7/2025

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.
  • Enrolled: 4/25
  • Wait: 0/0

16. School Leaders: Navigating the Increase in Student Behavior and Alternatives to Suspension

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders, Special Education Directors, Behavior Intervention Specialists, Counselors and Instructional Coaches

Dates: 8/7/2025

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.
  • Enrolled: 12/25
  • Wait: 0/0

17. Co-Teaching Academy: Day 1 - What Co-Teaching Looks Like, Team Building, and Planning for ALL Students [Hannibal]

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: 4 Hannibal-LaGrange University (Hannibal, MO)

Audience: Co-Teaching Partners (General and/or Special Education)

Dates: 8/7/2025

DATE: Thursday, August 7, 2025

TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: Hannibal LaGrange University - 2800 Palmyra Rd., Hannibal

COST: $60 - includes morning refreshments, lunch, and materials

This Academy is designed for co-teaching teams in their first year(s) or for those who are ready to refine and deepen their collaborative practices.

Both the general education and special education teachers must attend this Academy together.

In this Academy, participants will--
--engage in hands-on planning opportunities,
--explore strategies to support student success in the co-taught setting, and
--receive targeted coaching through two classroom observation/feedback sessions.

Day 1 will focus on
>strengthening teacher unity,
>implementing effective co-teaching approaches, and
>enhancing instructional planning.

Day 2 and Day 3*: In-district Classroom Observations and Coaching
*Day 2 and 3 observation/coaching will be scheduled during the Day 1 session and will be held in individual participant districts.

Day 4*: End of Year Wrap Up Session - Open Discussion
Day 4 will focus on what went well, what needs improvement, what is the plan moving forward.
*Day 4 will be in the spring and will be scheduled at a later date. Registration for this day will be separate.
  • Enrolled: 10/30
  • Wait: 0/0

18. 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: 8/12/2025 to 4/14/2026

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.
  • Enrolled: 0/52
  • Wait: 0/0

19. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives

Program: RPDC - Northeast

Location: Virtual (online, MO)

Dates: 8/18/2025

DATE: Monday, August 18, 2025

TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

COST: Free

MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--July through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

Dates and topics (register for each separately):
Monday, July 21: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports
Monday, August 18: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives
Monday, September 15: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means
Monday, October 20: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities
Monday, November 17: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA
Monday, December 15: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?
Monday, January 26: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP
Monday, February 23: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?
Monday, March 16: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?
Monday, April 20: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions
Monday, May 18: To Be Determined
  • Enrolled: 17/90
  • Wait: 0/0

20. 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: 8/21/2025

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.

Presented by Bailey Tennesen, has worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. Bailey received 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: $25 KCRPDC Member or $30 for Non-Member
48-hour cancellation policy
  • Enrolled: 3/25
  • Wait: 0/0

21. Functional Behavior Assessment & Behavior Intervention Plan

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

Audience: Special Education Teachers, Process Coordinators, Administrators, Special Education Directors, other educators conducting FBAs

Dates: 8/26/2025

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. This session is designed for Special Education Teachers, Process Coordinators, Administrators, or others conducting FBAs on IEP students. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included.
  • Enrolled: 4/40
  • Wait: 0/0

22. Process Coordinators Network

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

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

Audience: Special Education Process Coordinators

Dates: 8/28/2025 to 4/14/2026

Wait List
Join us for a more in-depth look on topics that impact Special Education Process Coordinators. Topics are catered to the needs of our audience and are subject to change.

Topics may include:

•Role and responsibilities of Process Coordinator

•Golden Thread: From Eval to IEP

•Coaching/Supporting Teachers in Special Education
Time will be allowed for collaboration, problem solving and networking.

NOTE: 3 sessions (2 In-Person & 1 Virtual)

Bailey Tennesen has worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. Bailey received 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.

Dr. Kent Yocum is our Special Education Improvement Consultant at the KC-RPDC. Dr. Yocum has over 25 years of experience working in elementary education, starting in the classroom, advancing to instructional coaching and building and district leadership. He has also taught in public high school in Japan for three years. He has a passion for social emotional learning, DEI practices and competency-based learning.

Cost: $50 for KCRPDC Members OR $60 for Non-Members
48-hour cancellation policy
  • Enrolled: 30/25
  • Wait: 5/10

23. 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: 8/29/2025 to 4/30/2026

Join us quarterly for a more in-depth look on topics that impact New Special Education Directors. Topics are catered to the needs of our audience and are subject to change.

*Understanding the Standards and Indicators Manual/Understanding Your district's Special Education Profile *Eligibility Determination
*Tiered Monitoring/File Reviews/Timelines
*Hot Topics, End of the Year Deadlines, Data-driven decision making

NOTE: 4 sessions (2 In-Person & 2 Virtual)
Time will be allowed for collaboration, problem-solving, and networking.

Bailey Tennesen has worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. Bailey received her bachelor's degree in Cross-Categorical Special Education K-12 from Missouri State University. 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.

Dr. Kent Yocum is our Special Education Improvement Consultant at the KC-RPDC. Dr. Yocum has over 25 years of experience working in elementary education, from the classroom to instructional coaching and building and district leadership. He has also taught in public high schools in Japan for three years. He has a passion for social-emotional learning, DEI practices,s and competency-based learning.

Cost: $50 for KCRPDC Members OR $60 for Non-Members
48-hour cancellation policy from first session.
  • Enrolled: 4/25
  • Wait: 0/0

24. Reset Rooms

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

Audience: administrators, special education directors, behavior interventionists, counselors, other individuals working with challenging behaviors

Dates: 9/4/2025

This workshop will focus on the use of Reset Rooms in the school setting. Reset Rooms offer a designated space for students to de-escalate, regulate emotions, and practice self-management skills. Participants will learn how to establish an environment and structure that will successfully allow students to return to the education environment as quickly as possible. This workshop is designed for districts of all sizes and is targeted towards building and special education administrators, counselors, behavior interventionist, or other individuals interested in learning more about the use of Reset Rooms. Participants will also gain access to materials that will support the effectiveness of this intervention. Registration and a  light breakfast will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included.
  • Enrolled: 0/40
  • Wait: 0/0

25. MAP-A Training

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: 9/4/2025

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: Bailey Tennesen has worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. While working as a Special Education teacher, Bailey obtained her ESL Certification and received her Master's Degree in Teacher Leadership. 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. 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.

Cost: $25.00 for KCRPDC Members and $30.00 for Non-Members
  • Enrolled: 3/20
  • Wait: 0/5

26. 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: 9/4/2025 to 9/25/2025

Participants are expected to attend both dates in this workshop.
  • September 4, 2025
  • September 25, 2025

    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.

    • Enrolled: 2/60
    • Wait: 0/0

    27. SpEd: Process Coordinator/District Staff Responsible for SpEd Paperwork Training

    Program: RPDC - Central

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

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

    Dates: 9/5/2025 to 11/4/2025

    Please join us if you are a special education process coordinator or a teacher responsible for completing special education paperwork in your district.

    These workshops will allow you to network with coordinators from neighboring school 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. Each workshop will discuss a different eligibility area. Please plan on attending all 4 of the training courses as they cover different material.

    These 4 training courses 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 review of existing data forms (REDs), the content requirements of a prior written notice (PWN's), as well as evaluation reports. The training will guide your decision-making based on knowledge of 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 specific disability category. Please join us to learn how to write compliant special education paperwork that follows DESE compliance standards. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all 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.
    • Enrolled: 19/24
    • Wait: 0/0

    28. From Planning to Practice: A Co-Teaching Training and Coaching Series

    Program: RPDC - Southeast

    Location: 1 Southeast Missouri State University - Cape Girardeau (Cape Girardeau, MO) [map]

    Dates: 9/8/2025 to 2/17/2026

    This 3-day training series is designed for co-teaching teams in their second year or beyond who are ready to refine and deepen their collaborative practices. The training sessions will focus on strengthening teacher parity, implementing effective co-teaching approaches, and enhancing instructional planning. Participants will engage in hands-on planning opportunities, explore strategies to support student success in the co-taught setting, and receive targeted coaching through two classroom observation and feedback sessions. Coaching sessions will be scheduled at the first meeting. The general education and special education teachers must attend together.
    • Enrolled: 6/24
    • Wait: 0/6

    29. Special Education Process Refresher Network (Trenton)

    Program: RPDC - Northwest

    Location: 5. Trenton (Trenton, MO)

    Audience: K-12 Special Education teachers, coordinators

    Dates: 9/12/2025 to 3/31/2026

    SPED Process refresher is for teachers currently teaching special education but need a refresher with updated information and tools. A file review of the information needed for compliant files will be reviewed including Golden Thread, Interventions, Referral, RED, Initial Evaluation (including categorical eligibility criteria and observations), Re-Evaluation, Notice of Meeting, Notice of Action, IEP (including PLAAFP and SMART Goals), Prior Written Notice, Monitoring Progress (including data collection), Progress Reporting, aligning goals/instruction to MLS, and 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.
    • Enrolled: 0/24
    • Wait: 0/0

    30. MAP-A Training

    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: 9/15/2025

    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: Bailey Tennesen has worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. While working as a Special Education teacher, Bailey obtained her ESL Certification and received her Master's Degree in Teacher Leadership. 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. 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.

    Cost: $25.00 for KCRPDC Members and $30.00 for Non-Members
    • Enrolled: 4/20
    • Wait: 0/5

    31. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: Virtual (online, MO)

    Dates: 9/15/2025

    DATE: Monday, September 15, 2025

    TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

    LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

    COST: Free

    MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--July through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

    Dates and topics (register for each separately):
    Monday, July 21: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports
    Monday, August 18: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives
    Monday, September 15: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means
    Monday, October 20: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities
    Monday, November 17: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA
    Monday, December 15: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?
    Monday, January 26: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP
    Monday, February 23: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?
    Monday, March 16: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?
    Monday, April 20: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions
    Monday, May 18: To Be Determined
    • Enrolled: 14/90
    • Wait: 0/0

    32. Building Your Leadership Capacity

    Program: RPDC - Central

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

    Audience: Teachers interested in Educational Leadership

    Dates: 9/17/2025 to 1/22/2026

    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. Registration/Parking Pass Distribution will be from 8:30-9:00 am each session, with content beginning at 9:00 am sharp. Lunch will be provided.
    • Enrolled: 1/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    33. BIG Behavior Basics

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

    Location: Assessment Resource Center-Meeting Center, Rm B105, 2800 Maguire Blvd (Columbia, MO)

    Dates: 9/17/2025

    This day will be filled with the basics for classroom supports for student behaviors.  If you are looking for ideas on how to problem solve some behavioral challenges, this day will be focused on exactly that!  We will touch base on why behaviors occur and how you can shift your thinking from frustration to understanding that function of behavior.   There will be time for Q and A to make sure your needs as a general or special education teacher have been met.

    Sign in- 8:30am-9am

    Morning session: 9am-11am

    Lunch on your own 11am-12pm

    Afternoon session: 12pm-3pm

    (time is approximate)

    • Enrolled: 3/30
    • Wait: 0/0

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

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

    Dates: 9/17/2025 to 10/14/2025

    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 Hill Hall in Room 402 on September 17th and October 14th. The cost is $70 and includes parking and lunch for BOTH days. 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.
    • Enrolled: 12/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    35. Transition 101 for Middle School Special Education Teachers

    Program: RPDC - South Central

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

    Audience: Middle School Special Education Teachers

    Dates: 9/17/2025

    This one-day transition boot camp is for Middle School Special Education Teachers as Missouri State Plan updates for 2025-2026 include post-secondary transition planning for special education students beginning in 8th grade. We will focus on the basic compliance requirements for a transition plan and work through some scenarios developing plans. The workshop is targeted towards educators with little to no transition planning experience.

    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.

    • Enrolled: 11/28
    • Wait: 0/0

    36. Special Education Boot Camp - Session 3 of 4: Addressing Behavior Challenges

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: 4 Macon Co. R-I (Macon, MO)

    Audience: New to Special Education Teachers

    Dates: 9/18/2025

    DATE: Thursday, September 18, 2025

    TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

    LOCATION: Macon R-I District Office Building - 902 N. Missouri, Macon

    COST: $30 - includes lunch and materials

    This basic training is developed with new special education professionals in mind.
    (This workshop does not meet the credentialing requirements for a Beginning Teacher Assistance Program.)

    In this session, participants will--
    --discover strategies for managing and improving student behavior,
    --learn about behavioral interventions, functional behavior assessments (FBAs), and behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and
    --be equipped with tools to create supportive learning environments that promote positive behavior and academic success.

    Session 1: Tuesday, July 29 - Special Education Evaluations
    Session 2: Wednesday, July 30 - Developing Effective IEPs
    Session 4: Tuesday, October 14 - High-Leverage Practices (HLPs) in Special Education
    Register for each session separately.

    This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards: 1, 2, 3, & 7.
    • Enrolled: 14/35
    • Wait: 0/0

    37. 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: 9/18/2025 to 3/24/2026

    SPED Process refresher is for teachers currently teaching special education but need a refresher with updated information and tools. A file review of the information needed for compliant files will be reviewed including Golden Thread, Interventions, Referral, RED, Initial Evaluation (including categorical eligibility criteria and observations), Re-Evaluation, Notice of Meeting, Notice of Action, IEP (including PLAAFP and SMART Goals), Prior Written Notice, Monitoring Progress (including data collection), Progress Reporting, aligning goals/instruction to MLS, and 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.
    • Enrolled: 0/24
    • Wait: 0/0

    38. Bridging the Gap: Preparing Special Education Teachers for Effective Post-Secondary Transition Planning

    Program: RPDC - Northwest

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

    Audience: MS/HS Special Education Teachers and Directors

    Dates: 9/25/2025

    This session is designed to help educators plan for students transitioning from high school to the adult world. This can be a challenging time for students, especially those with disabilities, as they enter a world of unfamiliar routines, new environments, and novel experiences. To ease these transitions and make them as smooth as possible, teachers and school personnel, along with others (e.g., families, and community agencies), should assist students with disabilities in the process of selecting appropriate goals and developing the requisite skills to achieve these goals in three main areas:
    * Work: A job they want and are good at
    * Education/Training: Gain the skills needed for the job
    * Living: A place they want to live along with Community involvement. Activities they undertake to become a part of their community after they finish high school and throughout adulthood

    Lunch on your own

    Optional 1 hour graduate credit available if you take an additional learning training and complete additional course work for both.
    • Enrolled: 10/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    39. Co-Teaching Academy: Day 1 - What Co-Teaching Looks Like, Team Building, and Planning for ALL Students [Moberly]

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: 4 Moberly, MO (Moberly, MO)

    Audience: Co-Teaching Partners (General and/or Special Education)

    Dates: 9/25/2025

    DATE: Thursday, September 25, 2025

    TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

    LOCATION: MFA Oil Business Support-101 McKeown Pkwy, Moberly

    COST: $60 - includes morning refreshments, lunch, and materials

    This Academy is designed for co-teaching teams in their first year(s) or for those who are ready to refine and deepen their collaborative practices.

    Both the general education and special education teachers must attend this Academy together.

    In this Academy, participants will--
    --engage in hands-on planning opportunities,
    --explore strategies to support student success in the co-taught setting, and
    --receive targeted coaching through two classroom observation/feedback sessions.

    Day 1 will focus on
    >strengthening teacher unity,
    >implementing effective co-teaching approaches, and
    >enhancing instructional planning.

    Day 2 and Day 3*: In-district Classroom Observations and Coaching
    *Day 2 and 3 observation/coaching will be scheduled during the Day 1 session and will be held in individual participant districts.

    Day 4*: End of Year Wrap Up Session - Open Discussion
    Day 4 will focus on what went well, what needs improvement, what is the plan moving forward.
    *Day 4 will be in the spring and will be scheduled at a later date. Registration for this day will be separate.
    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    40. Special Ed Post-Secondary Transition Academy

    Program: RPDC - Northwest

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

    Audience: MS/HS Special Education Teachers and Directors

    Dates: 9/25/2025 to 3/18/2026

    This professional development series is designed for special education professionals, transition coordinators, and related service providers seeking to enhance their understanding and implementation of high-quality transition planning in compliance with Indicator 13 of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Participants will deepen their knowledge of transition assessments, service planning, and community agency collaboration to support successful postsecondary outcomes for students with IEPs.

    Lunch Provided.Optional graduate credit available if you complete additional course work.
    • Enrolled: 5/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    41. SpEd: New to Special Education Teaching Training

    Program: RPDC - Central

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

    Audience: New Special Education Teachers

    Dates: 9/26/2025

    Intended for teachers who will be NEW special education teachers for the 25-26 school year.

    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. The content will include, at a minimum, special education process and timelines, how to write quality IEPs and SMART goals, how to compose 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. The workshop 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 (BTAP).)

    Registration will be from 8:30 am to 9:00 am, with content beginning at 9:00 am and ending at 2:00 pm.Lunch provided!
    • Enrolled: 1/24
    • Wait: 0/0

    42. Co-Teaching Academy: Day 1 - What Co-Teaching Looks Like, Team Building, and Planning for ALL Students [Kirksville]

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

    Audience: Co-Teaching Partners (General and/or Special Education)

    Dates: 9/29/2025

    DATE: Monday, September 29, 2025

    TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

    LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

    COST: $60 - includes morning refreshments, lunch, and materials

    This Academy is designed for co-teaching teams in their first year(s) or for those who are ready to refine and deepen their collaborative practices.

    Both the general education and special education teachers must attend this Academy together.

    In this Academy, participants will--
    --engage in hands-on planning opportunities,
    --explore strategies to support student success in the co-taught setting, and
    --receive targeted coaching through two classroom observation/feedback sessions.

    Day 1 will focus on
    >strengthening teacher unity,
    >implementing effective co-teaching approaches, and
    >enhancing instructional planning.

    Day 2 and Day 3*: In-district Classroom Observations and Coaching
    *Day 2 and 3 observation/coaching will be scheduled during the Day 1 session and will be held in individual participant districts.

    Day 4*: End of Year Wrap Up Session - Open Discussion
    Day 4 will focus on what went well, what needs improvement, what is the plan moving forward.
    *Day 4 will be in the spring and will be scheduled at a later date. Registration for this day will be separate.
    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    43. Special Ed Director/Administrator Network

    Program: RPDC - Northwest

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

    Audience: Special Ed Directors/Administrators

    Dates: 9/30/2025 to 3/27/2026

    New and Experienced Directors collaborate and network to explore possibilities and solutions to Special Education dilemmas. Discussion topics include but are not limited to DESE updates, upcoming required activities, outcomes of recent child complaints/due process, how to address specific standards/indicators, self-assessment/file review challenges, CAP/ICAP challenges, interventions, progress monitoring, observations, and special education profile interpretations.

    Lunch included.
    • Enrolled: 1/20
    • Wait: 0/0

    44. I am the Process Coordinator! Now What?

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

    Dates: 10/1/2025 to 2/12/2026

    Join me on October 1st and February 12th 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 $70 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. Training will be Hill Hall in Room 402 on both days. The enrollment is limited to 25, the room capacity will not allow anymore. Parking pass will be emailed to you prior to the training.
    • Enrolled: 19/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    45. Teaching Behaviors in the Special Education Classroom

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

    Audience: anyone supporting special education students

    Dates: 10/2/2025

    This full day workshop is designed to help special education teachers support students with behavioral needs. Teachers will gain insight on how to identify missing skills in the area of communication, regulation and social interactions. Strategies will be shared on how to find the time and resources for intentional instruction and practice in the area of missing skills. This workshop is designed for anyone supporting special education students. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included.
    • Enrolled: 7/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    46. Special Education Teacher Network

    Program: RPDC - Northwest

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

    Audience: K-12 Special Education Teachers

    Dates: 10/2/2025 to 3/25/2026

    New to Special Education or need a more thorough understanding of the Golden Thread? Teachers will have a clearer understanding of the Standards and Indicators, Specially Designed Instruction, Goal Writing, Progress Monitoring, and Developing a Quality IEP. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to network with fellow Special Educators.

    Lunch provided. Graduate credit available
    • Enrolled: 7/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    47. New SPED Teacher Bootcamp

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

    Location: Harry S Truman Building (Jefferson City, MO) [map]

    Dates: 10/3/2025 to 3/20/2026

    Session 1: Special Education Process

    *Referral to IEP

    *RED

    *Observations

    *Eval. Report


    Session 2: Golden Thread

    *Present Level

    *BCCT Goals

    *Services

    *Accommodations/Modifications


    Session 3: Specially Designed Instruction

    *HLPs

    *Teaching ELA and Math in the Sped setting

    *Data Collection

    *Progress Monitoring-Data Collection

    • Enrolled: 3/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    48. Special Education Tiered Monitoring: Cohort 3

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

    Location: Harry S Truman Building (Jefferson City, MO) [map]

    Dates: 10/6/2025

    The training for school districts in Special Education Monitoring Cohort 3 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.

    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    49. Cohort 2 Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Training

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Virtual Training (-, -)

    Dates: 10/7/2025

    Districts who were in Cohort 2 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 will be from 9:00 a.m-12:00 p.m.. This will be a virtual training.
    • Enrolled: 14/35
    • Wait: 0/10

    50. Writing in the Special Education Setting

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

    Location: Assessment Resource Center-Meeting Center, Rm B105, 2800 Maguire Blvd (Columbia, MO)

    Dates: 10/7/2025

    Every student has a story-let's give them the tools to tell it. This session will explore data collection, the science of writing, handwriting strategies, and techniques to help all learners find their voice through writing.

    • Enrolled: 6/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    51. New Special Education Director's Meeting

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

    Location: Assessment Resource Center-Meeting Center, Rm B105, 2800 Maguire Blvd (Columbia, MO)

    Dates: 10/10/2025

    Join fellow Special Education Directors for a supportive space where leadership meets learning. Dive into timely legal updates, tackle hot topics, and engage in meaningful conversations. Build lasting connections, get your questions answered, and leave empowered to lead with confidence.

    • Enrolled: 7/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    52. Dive into High Leverage Practices: Refresh Your Special Education Toolkit!

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

    Location: Harry S Truman Building (Jefferson City, MO) [map]

    Dates: 10/14/2025

    Join us for a full-day adventure into High Leverage Practices (HLPs) in Special Education! This dynamic training will breathe new life into your teaching and equip you with powerful, research-based strategies you can start using right away.

    Discover how to create a more supportive, effective classroom through proven techniques focused on social-emotional development, behavior management, and instruction. Whether you're looking to boost engagement, foster growth, or just shake things up this is for you!

    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    53. Quality Eligibility Determination and Developing Quality IEP

    Program: RPDC - Northwest

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

    Audience: Special Education Teachers and Directors

    Dates: 10/14/2025

    New
    The term "quality eligibility determination" in the context of special education in Missouri, specifically referencing the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), refers to the process of deciding whether a student qualifies for special education services based on established criteria and procedures. This process involves evaluating a student's strengths and weaknesses, determining if an educational disability exists, and assessing the impact of that disability on the student's educational performance. Then, for eligible students, the goal is to ensure a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) through an IEP.

    Eligibility determination is based upon:
    1. Evaluation and Assessment
    2. Eligibility Criteria
    3. Least Restrictive Environment
    4. Parental Involvement
    5. Documentation and Compliance

    Lunch included
    • Enrolled: 0/24
    • Wait: 0/0

    54. Special Education Boot Camp - Session 4 of 4: High-Leverage Practices (HLPs) in Special Education

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: 4 Macon Co. R-I (Macon, MO)

    Audience: New to Special Education Teachers

    Dates: 10/14/2025

    DATE: Tuesday, October 14, 2025

    TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

    LOCATION: Macon R-I District Office Building - 902 N. Missouri, Macon

    COST: $30 - includes lunch and materials

    This basic training is developed with new special education professionals in mind.
    (This workshop does not meet the credentialing requirements for a Beginning Teacher Assistance Program.)

    In this session, participants will--
    --explore the High-Leverage Practices (HLPs) that have the most significant impact on student learning and engagement, and
    --understand how to implement these evidence-based strategies in daily practice to make the most of instruction time.

    Session 1: Tuesday, July 29 - Special Education Evaluations
    Session 2: Wednesday, July 30 - Developing Effective IEPs
    Session 3: Thursday, September 18 - Addressing Behavior Challenges
    Register for each session separately.

    This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards: 1, 2, 3, & 7.
    • Enrolled: 14/35
    • Wait: 0/0

    55. Special Education Tiered Monitoring - Cohort 3

    Program: RPDC - South Central

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

    Audience: SPED Directors, Administrators, Process Coordinators

    Dates: 10/14/2025

    The training for school districts in Special Education Monitoring Cohort 3 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.

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

    • Enrolled: 5/32
    • Wait: 0/0

    56. Special Education Eligibility: Making Quality Eligibility Determinations

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

    Dates: 10/15/2025

    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 the standards and indicators, will also be included. The training will be held on October 15 at MSU in the Plaster Student Union, room 308. The training will begin at 9:00 AM and end by 3:00 PM. Cost is $35 and includes lunch and parking.
    • Enrolled: 3/45
    • Wait: 0/0

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

    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: 10/15/2025

    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 KC-RPDC 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 a former supervisory attorney for the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, spending the last 13 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 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.

    *48-hour cancellation policy.
    Cost: $50.00 for KC-RPDC Members & $75.00 for Non KC-RPDC Members
    • Enrolled: 13/60
    • Wait: 0/0

    58. Function Based Thinking

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

    Audience: special education teachers, regular education teachers, paras, counselors, administrators and/or any team member working with students with challenging behaviors

    Dates: 10/16/2025

    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. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included.
    • Enrolled: 3/25
    • Wait: 0/0

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

    Program: RPDC - Kansas City

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

    Audience: Special Education Administrators and Process Coordinators

    Dates: 10/16/2025

    This training is for the Kansas City and surrounding Regions- Cohort 3 ONLY. 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.

    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: $25 KCRPDC Member or $30 Non-Member
    • Enrolled: 10/60
    • Wait: 0/0

    60. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: Virtual (online, MO)

    Dates: 10/20/2025

    DATE: Monday, October 20, 2025

    TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

    LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

    COST: Free

    MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--July through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

    Dates and topics (register for each separately):
    Monday, July 21: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports
    Monday, August 18: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives
    Monday, September 15: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means
    Monday, October 20: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities
    Monday, November 17: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA
    Monday, December 15: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?
    Monday, January 26: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP
    Monday, February 23: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?
    Monday, March 16: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?
    Monday, April 20: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions
    Monday, May 18: To Be Determined
    • Enrolled: 14/90
    • Wait: 0/0

    61. Special Education Compliance Monitoring Self-Assessment Training

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

    Dates: 10/21/2025

    This training is designed for districts who will going through self-assessment during 2025-2026 (Cohort 3). 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 $35 per person and includes lunch and parking. We will meet at Missouri State University, Plaster Student Union, Room 313. Parking passes will be emailed to you to print and put in your vehicle prior to the workshop.
    • Enrolled: 13/50
    • Wait: 0/10

    62. SpEd: High-Leverage Practices - HLP #16, Explicit Instruction

    Program: RPDC - Central

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

    Audience: Regular and Special Education Teachers

    Dates: 10/23/2025

    High-Leverage Practices (HLP) are core, frequently used techniques that support student learning. They are evidenced-based practices that can significantly improve student outcomes. They are practices that can be used special education and regular education teachers to improve student achievement on state-wide assessments.

    This training will focus on how to utilize Explicit Instruction to make learning new content skills and strategies accessible to students.

    Morning refreshments, registration, and distribution of student lot parking passes will begin at 8:30 am. Content will begin at 9 am sharp. Lunch included!
    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    63. Special Education New Directors' Group

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

    Dates: 10/23/2025

    The New Directors' Group will meet periodically throughout the school year to discuss a variety of topics and build relationships with other new directors. You will register for each session individually (10/23/2025, 01/22/2026 & 03/5/2026) so look for all three of the dates in Frontline to register for what you are able to attend. You do not have to attend all three - you may pick and choose based on your schedule. This enrollment is for the first training October 23rd, which will be a full day training held at MSU in Hill Hall Room 402 from 9:00 to 3:00. The cost of this training will be $35 to cover parking and working lunch. We will plan to discuss referrals, evaluation reports, eligibility. We will have a Q & A for any issues you are experiencing at the time.
    • Enrolled: 3/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    64. Special Education Self Assessment Cohort 3

    Program: RPDC - Northwest

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

    Audience: Cohort 3 Special Education Directors

    Dates: 10/23/2025

    The training for school districts in Special Education Monitoring Cohort 3 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.
    • Enrolled: 0/40
    • Wait: 0/0

    65. Special Education Tiered Monitoring - Cohort 3

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

    Audience: Cohort 3 Special Education Directors and Process Coordinators

    Dates: 10/28/2025

    This workshop is for Special Education Cohort 3 schools only.

    DATE: Tuesday, October 28, 2025

    TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

    LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

    COST: $35 - morning refreshments and materials included

    This workshop is for Cohort 3 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.
    • Enrolled: 0/40
    • Wait: 0/0

    66. SpEd: Tiered Monitoring Training for Cohort 3 School Districts

    Program: RPDC - Central

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

    Audience: Cohort 3 Special Education leadership teams, Special Education Directors, and Process Coordinators

    Dates: 10/29/2025

    This training is encouraged for Cohort 3 Missouri school districts. These districts will be participating in the DESE tiered monitoring self-assessment during the 25-26 school year.

    This training will focus on the DESE compliance "look fors” and discussion of the most common out-of-compliance calls made by DESE. The 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 reevaluation files to review during the session. The session will prepare Directors as well as special education district leadership teams to ensure their files will meet with the DESE-established compliance standards.

    This tiered monitoring workshop 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.
    • Enrolled: 3/24
    • Wait: 0/0

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

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

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

    Dates: 11/5/2025

    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 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. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included.
    • Enrolled: 0/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    68. 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: 11/5/2025 to 5/1/2026

    Join us in-person and virtually as we navigate our first year in the field of special education. Participants will discuss a large variety of topics including- special education process, writing IEPs, progress monitoring, specialized instruction, behavior/classroom management and more! Time will be allowed for networking, collaboration and problem solving

    * This training is geared towards educators new in the field of special education
    NOTE: 4 sessions (2 In-Person & 2 Virtual)

    Bailey Tennesen has worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. Bailey received 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.

    Dr. Kent Yocum is our Special Education Improvement Consultant at the KC-RPDC. Dr. Yocum has over 25 years of experience working in elementary education, starting in the classroom, advancing to instructional coaching and building and district leadership. He has also taught in public high school in Japan for three years. He has a passion for social emotional learning, DEI practices and competency-based learning.

    Cost: $50 for KCRPDC Members OR $60 for Non-Members
    NOTE: 48-Hour Cancellation Policy
    • Enrolled: 7/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    69. Behavior Leaders: Behavioral Best Practices and Networking for Supporting Teachers and Students

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

    Audience: superintendents, special education directors, building leaders or any individual in a leadership role

    Dates: 11/10/2025

    This workshop is designed to provide school leaders an opportunity to collaborate with neighboring administrators on topics surrounding student behaviors. The following topics will be discussed as they relate to an increase in behaviors: the use of ISS and OSS, protecting instructional integrity in the classroom, training the influx of new teachers, alternatives to suspension, and supporting students and teachers. This networking time will allow additional opportunities for participants to discuss/problem solve behavioral topics relevant to their district. This workshop is designed for superintendents, special education directors, building leaders or any individual in a leadership role. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included.
    • Enrolled: 4/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    70. SpEd: Quality Eligibility Determination Evaluation Report Training

    Program: RPDC - Central

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

    Audience: Special Education Directors, coordinators, teachers who have the responsibility of writing special education evaluation reports.

    Dates: 11/17/2025

    The focus of this workshop is 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 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 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. Please join us to learn how to write an evaluation report that follows DESE compliance standards.

    (This information is covered in greater depth during the Process Coordinators workshop series of 4 trainings. If you are attending those workshops, it is not necessary to attend this one.)

    Lunch provided!
    • Enrolled: 3/24
    • Wait: 0/0

    71. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: Virtual (online, MO)

    Dates: 11/17/2025

    DATE: Monday, November 17, 2025

    TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

    LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

    COST: Free

    MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--July through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

    Dates and topics (register for each separately):
    Monday, July 21: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports
    Monday, August 18: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives
    Monday, September 15: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means
    Monday, October 20: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities
    Monday, November 17: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA
    Monday, December 15: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?
    Monday, January 26: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP
    Monday, February 23: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?
    Monday, March 16: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?
    Monday, April 20: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions
    Monday, May 18: To Be Determined
    • Enrolled: 12/90
    • Wait: 0/0

    72. Responsibilities of the LEA Representative - In-person

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: 4 TBA in the NE RPDC Region (Kirksville, MO)

    Audience: District Staff Serving as LEA Representative at Special Education Meetings

    Dates: 11/20/2025

    DATE: Thursday, November 20, 2025

    TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

    LOCATION: TBD based on enrollment

    COST: $35 - morning refreshments and materials included

    The Local Education Agency (LEA) Representative holds an important position at Special Education meetings. This workshop will share what LEA Representatives need to know and do, including the legal requirements for serving as an LEA Representative and ensuring Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) through the development of appropriate Individual Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.

    This workshop will cover process leadership essentials, such as
    >meeting process suggestions,
    >aids and strategies that will help to increase overall team member participation,
    >meeting organization,
    >teamwork efficiency leading to improved IEP content and student outcomes,
    >increased legal compliance, and
    >better relationships with parents and their representatives    .

    A brief overview of the Special Education process from Referral to Evaluation to Initial IEP will be provided for the awareness of the steps and forms involved within the process.
    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    73. Responsibilities of the LEA Representative - Virtual

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: 4 Virtual (Internet, MO)

    Audience: District Staff Serving as LEA Representative at Special Education Meetings

    Dates: 11/20/2025

    DATE: Thursday, November 20, 2025

    TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

    LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom - link will be sent to registered participants prior to the workshop

    COST: Free

    The Local Education Agency (LEA) Representative holds an important position at Special Education meetings. This workshop will share what LEA Representatives need to know and do, including the legal requirements for serving as an LEA Representative and ensuring Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) through the development of appropriate Individual Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.

    This workshop will cover process leadership essentials, such as
    >meeting process suggestions,
    >aids and strategies that will help to increase overall team member participation,
    >meeting organization,
    >teamwork efficiency leading to improved IEP content and student outcomes,
    >increased legal compliance, and
    >better relationships with parents and their representatives    .

    A brief overview of the Special Education process from Referral to Evaluation to Initial IEP will be provided for the awareness of the steps and forms involved within the process.
    • Enrolled: 14/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    74. Manifestation Determination and Alternatives to Suspension

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

    Audience: administrators and special education directors

    Dates: 12/8/2025

    This training will provide alternatives to suspension that help keep struggling students engaged in the academic environment. For circumstances requiring removal, Compliance Consultants will provide guidance on the data to review when making a manifestation determination, as well as how to document suspensions while remaining compliant with IDEA. This workshop is intended for administrators and special education directors. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included.
    • Enrolled: 2/40
    • Wait: 0/0

    75. New Special Education Director's Meeting

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

    Location: Assessment Resource Center-Meeting Center, Rm B105, 2800 Maguire Blvd (Columbia, MO)

    Dates: 12/12/2025

    Join fellow Special Education Directors for a supportive space where leadership meets learning. Dive into timely legal updates, tackle hot topics, and engage in meaningful conversations. Build lasting connections, get your questions answered, and leave empowered to lead with confidence.

    • Enrolled: 3/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    76. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: Virtual (online, MO)

    Dates: 12/15/2025

    DATE: Monday, December 15, 2025

    TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

    LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

    COST: Free

    MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--July through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

    Dates and topics (register for each separately):
    Monday, July 21: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports
    Monday, August 18: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives
    Monday, September 15: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means
    Monday, October 20: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities
    Monday, November 17: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA
    Monday, December 15: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?
    Monday, January 26: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP
    Monday, February 23: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?
    Monday, March 16: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?
    Monday, April 20: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions
    Monday, May 18: To Be Determined
    • Enrolled: 11/90
    • Wait: 0/0

    77. Quality Eligibility Determinations Workshop (2-Day 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: 12/18/2025 to 12/19/2025

    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 hhas worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. Bailey received 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: $30 per person
    • Enrolled: 2/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    78. AI for the reluctant SPED Team

    Program: RPDC - Kansas City

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

    Audience: Intended Audience: Special Education Directors, Process Coordinators, Case Managers and Special Education Teachers

    Dates: 1/8/2026

    The session will provide reluctant educators with an introduction to 5 Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to ease their workload and use for instruction. The session will include how to sign up, the best use of the AI tool, demonstrations and an opportunity for hands-on practice.

    Intended Outcomes:
    • Introduction to AI tools/applications
    • Develop understanding that these tools can be used to ease educator workload
    • Develop understanding of how these tools can support special education student learning and independence
    • Provide an opportunity for hands on practice with the tools to help with retention of knowledge
    • Ease fears about Artificial Intelligence and demonstrate how simple it is to use
    • Hands on time to create/draft projects for immediate use after returning to district

    Presentor: R. Kent Yocum has experience teaching in California, Missouri, Kansas and Japan. Past roles include teaching kindergarten through adult and college, general education classroom, Instructional Coach, Innovation Specialist, ELL Instructor and as Principal for traditional districts settings, charter schools and an alternative magnet. He currently is in his 4th year as an adjunct faculty member for Fort Hays State University in the Transition to Teaching (T2T) program for educators seeking alternative certification.

    Cost: $20 KCRPDC member/$25 for non-member
    • Enrolled: 0/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    79. Evidence Based Practices for Students with Severe Behaviors

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Plaster Student Union, MSU Campus (Springfield, MO) [map]

    Audience: special education teachers, regular education teachers, paras, counselors, administrators and/or any team member working with students with challenging behaviors

    Dates: 1/13/2026

    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. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30. Lunch and parking are included.
    • Enrolled: 4/50
    • Wait: 0/0

    80. SpEd: New Teacher Mid-Year Refresh

    Program: RPDC - Central

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

    Audience: First & Second-Year Special Education Teachers

    Dates: 1/20/2026

    There are many acronyms in the first year of Special Education - everything from FAPE to LRE, compliance writing, RED, and developing IEPs. Let's spend some time talking about instruction: *What are best practices? *Where are good resources?

    Let's celebrate our successes and brainstorm our challenges together!

    Morning refreshments, registration, and distribution of student lot parking passes will begin at 8:30 am. Content will begin at 9 am sharp. Lunch provided!
    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    81. Special Education New Directors' Group

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

    Dates: 1/22/2026

    The New Directors' Group will meet periodically throughout the school year to discuss a variety of topics and build relationships with other new directors. You will register for each session individually (10/23/2025, 01/22/2026 & 03/5/2026) so look for all three of the dates in Frontline to register for what you are able to attend. You do not have to attend all three - you may pick and choose based on your schedule. This enrollment is for the second training which is 1/22/26, which will be a full day training held at MSU in Hill Hall Room 402 from 9:00 to 3:00. The cost of this training will be $35 to cover parking and working lunch. We will have a Q & A for any issues you are experiencing at the time.
    • Enrolled: 1/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    82. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: Virtual (online, MO)

    Dates: 1/26/2026

    DATE: Monday, January 26, 2026

    TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

    LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

    COST: Free

    MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--July through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

    Dates and topics (register for each separately):
    Monday, July 21: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports
    Monday, August 18: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives
    Monday, September 15: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means
    Monday, October 20: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities
    Monday, November 17: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA
    Monday, December 15: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?
    Monday, January 26: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP
    Monday, February 23: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?
    Monday, March 16: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?
    Monday, April 20: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions
    Monday, May 18: To Be Determined
    • Enrolled: 4/90
    • Wait: 0/0

    83. Developing Quality Standards Based IEPs Using the Missouri Learning Standards and Essential Elements

    Program: RPDC - Kansas City

    Location: Park Hill School District (Kansas City, MO)

    Audience: Special education teachers, coaches, process coordinators, and directors!

    Dates: 1/29/2026 to 1/30/2026

    In the post-Endrew F. world, Individual Education Program (IEPs) teams must write IEPs designed to help students make meaningful progress. Learn the art of developing IEPs in which the present level of academic and functional performance forms a solid foundation for writing SMART goals connected to learning standards, describing specially designed instruction, and designing classroom accommodations and modifications. Additionally, participants will learn how to involve parents in the process and review all timelines that must be met to remain in compliance.

    PRESENTERS:Bailey Tennesen has worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. Bailey received 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.

    Dr. Kent Yocum is our Special Education Improvement Consultant at the KC-RPDC. Dr. Yocum has over 25 years of experience working in elementary education, starting in the classroom, advancing to instructional coaching and building and district leadership. He has also taught in public high school in Japan for three years. He has a passion for social-emotional learning, DEI practices, and competency-based learning.

    48 hour cancellation policy

    Cost: $50.00 KCRPDC Members OR $60.00 Non KCRPDC Members
    • Enrolled: 1/50
    • Wait: 0/0

    84. How to Collect Data and Progress Monitor to Drive 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: 2/5/2026

    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. Bailey received 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

    Dr. Kent Yocum is our Special Education Improvement Consultant at the KC-RPDC. Dr. Yocum has over 25 years of experience working in elementary education, starting in the classroom, advancing to instructional coaching and building and district leadership. He has also taught in public high school in Japan for three years. He has a passion for social-emotional learning, DEI practices, and competency-based learning.

    Cost: $25 KC-RPDC Membership. $30 Non-Member
    NOTE: 48-Hour Cancellation Policy
    • Enrolled: 2/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    85. 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: 2/17/2026

    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.

    Presented by Betsey Helfrich, Betsey 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: $75 for KC-RPDC Members $100 for Non-KC RPDC Members.
    48-hour cancellation policy
    • Enrolled: 1/50
    • Wait: 0/0

    86. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: Virtual (online, MO)

    Dates: 2/23/2026

    DATE: Monday, February 23, 2026

    TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

    LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

    COST: Free

    MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--July through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

    Dates and topics (register for each separately):
    Monday, July 21: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports
    Monday, August 18: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives
    Monday, September 15: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means
    Monday, October 20: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities
    Monday, November 17: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA
    Monday, December 15: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?
    Monday, January 26: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP
    Monday, February 23: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?
    Monday, March 16: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?
    Monday, April 20: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions
    Monday, May 18: To Be Determined
    • Enrolled: 4/90
    • Wait: 0/0

    87. New Special Education Director's Meeting

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

    Location: Assessment Resource Center-Meeting Center, Rm B105, 2800 Maguire Blvd (Columbia, MO)

    Dates: 2/27/2026

    Join fellow Special Education Directors for a supportive space where leadership meets learning. Dive into timely legal updates, tackle hot topics, and engage in meaningful conversations. Build lasting connections, get your questions answered, and leave empowered to lead with confidence.

    • Enrolled: 4/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    88. SpEd: High-Leverage Practices - HLP #18: Strategies to Promote Student Engagement & the Importance of Cognitive Load

    Program: RPDC - Central

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

    Audience: Special Education and Regular Teachers

    Dates: 3/5/2026

    High-Leverage Practices (HLP) are core, frequently-used techniques that support student learning. They are evidence-based practices that can be used by special education and regular education teachers to improve student achievement on state-wide assessments.

    This training will focus on understanding how cognitive load impacts students and developing specific strategies and skills when teaching to ensure student engagement.
    Morning refreshments, registration, and distribution of student lot parking passes will begin at 8:30 am. Content will begin at 9 am sharp. Lunch included!
    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    89. Special Education New Directors' Group

    Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

    Location: Missouri State University - Hill Hall (Springfield, MO)

    Dates: 3/5/2026

    The New Directors' Group will meet periodically throughout the school year to discuss a variety of topics and build relationships with other new directors. You will register for each session individually (10/23/2025, 01/22/2026 & 03/5/2026) so look for all three of the dates in Frontline to register for what you are able to attend. You do not have to attend all three - you may pick and choose based on your schedule. This enrollment is for the third training March 5, 2026, which will be a full day training held at MSU in Hill Hall Room 402 from 9:00 to 3:00. The cost of this training will be $35 to cover parking and working lunch. We will have a Q & A for any issues you are experiencing at the time.
    • Enrolled: 0/25
    • Wait: 0/0

    90. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: Virtual (online, MO)

    Dates: 3/16/2026

    DATE: Monday, March 16, 2026

    TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

    LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

    COST: Free

    MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--July through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

    Dates and topics (register for each separately):
    Monday, July 21: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports
    Monday, August 18: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives
    Monday, September 15: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means
    Monday, October 20: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities
    Monday, November 17: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA
    Monday, December 15: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?
    Monday, January 26: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP
    Monday, February 23: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?
    Monday, March 16: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?
    Monday, April 20: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions
    Monday, May 18: To Be Determined
    • Enrolled: 3/90
    • Wait: 0/0

    91. SpEd: High-Leverage Practices - HLP #22: Provide Positive & Constructive Feedback; and #17: Use Flexible Grouping

    Program: RPDC - Central

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

    Audience: Special Education and Regular Teachers

    Dates: 3/19/2026

    High-Leverage Practices (HLP) are core, frequently used techniques that support student learning. They are evidenced-based practices that can significantly improve student outcomes. They are practices that can be used special education and regular education teachers to improve student achievement on state-wide assessments.

    The effective provision of feedback is one of the most important instructional practices for teachers. Feedback is used to guide student learning and behavior, as well as increase motivation, engagement, and independence.

    The use of flexible groupings offers educators options for designing and delivering instruction or promoting student active learning/demonstrations to suit specific goals.

    Morning refreshments, registration, and distribution of student lot parking passes will begin at 8:30 am. Content will begin at 9 am sharp. Lunch included!
    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    92. Manifestation Determination and Alternatives to Suspension

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

    Audience: Special Education Teachers, Administrators, Process Coordinators, Counselors, General Education Teachers

    Dates: 3/19/2026

    DATE: Thursday, March 19, 2026

    TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm

    LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

    COST: $60 - morning refreshments, lunch, and materials included

    The focus of this workshop is to provide alternatives to suspension that will help keep struggling students engaged in the academic environment.

    For circumstances requiring removal, the Northeast RPDC Special Education Compliance Consultant will guide participants on the data to review when making a manifestation determination--as well as how to document suspensions--while remaining compliant with IDEA.

    This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards 1, 2, 3, 5, & 7.
    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    93. Special Education Compliance - Cohort 1 Jumpstart

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: 4 Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)

    Audience: Cohort 1 Special Education Directors and Process Coordinators

    Dates: 4/16/2026

    Monitoring Self-Assessment Training

    DATE: Thursday, April 16, 2026

    TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm

    LOCATION: Truman State University TBA

    COST: $35 - morning refreshments and materials included

    Cohort 1 Districts -- Get a jumpstart on the Special Education Compliance Monitoring for the 2026-2027 school year. This workshop will help participants get a head start on preparing for the Special Education monitoring review process, as well as understand the "why” of compliance requirements.

    This workshop aligns with and supports Missouri Teacher/Leader Standards: 1, 3, 6 & 7.
    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0

    94. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: Virtual (online, MO)

    Dates: 4/20/2026

    DATE: Monday, April 20, 2026

    TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

    LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

    COST: Free

    MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--July through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

    Dates and topics (register for each separately):
    Monday, July 21: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports
    Monday, August 18: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives
    Monday, September 15: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means
    Monday, October 20: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities
    Monday, November 17: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA
    Monday, December 15: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?
    Monday, January 26: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP
    Monday, February 23: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?
    Monday, March 16: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?
    Monday, April 20: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions
    Monday, May 18: To Be Determined
    • Enrolled: 4/90
    • Wait: 0/0

    95. MAP-A Lunch & Learn: To Be Determined

    Program: RPDC - Northeast

    Location: Virtual (online, MO)

    Dates: 5/18/2026

    DATE: Monday, May 18, 2026

    TIME: 11:30am-12:30pm

    LOCATION: Virtual by Zoom (link will be sent prior to workshop)

    COST: Free

    MAP-A Lunch & Learn will be a series of once a month--July through May--one-hour virtual workshops provided by the Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers Effective Practice Special Education Improvement Consultants. Each month will focus on a different MAP-A topic. Please register for each month you'd like to attend separately. Dates and topics for each month are listed below.

    Dates and topics (register for each separately):
    Monday, July 21: Qualifying for MAP-A--Eligibility & Pervasive Supports
    Monday, August 18: Essential Elements to Create Goals with Benchmarks/Objectives
    Monday, September 15: Teach then Test--What Instructionally Embedded Means
    Monday, October 20: Strategies for Students with Severe Cognitive Disabilities
    Monday, November 17: What Engagement Looks Like--Math, Science, & ELA
    Monday, December 15: Life Skills/Function Classes*Crosswalk*Transition Assessments *What Do You Use?
    Monday, January 26: Using the Individual Score Report to Plan Instruction and Develop IEP
    Monday, February 23: What is the Difference Between MAP, EOC, and MAP-A?
    Monday, March 16: MAP-A District Test Coordinator--What Should be in the District's Testing Policies?
    Monday, April 20: Caryn's Corner - Frequent Concerns & Misconceptions
    Monday, May 18: To Be Determined
    • Enrolled: 1/90
    • Wait: 0/0

    96. New Special Education Director's Meeting

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

    Location: Assessment Resource Center-Meeting Center, Rm B105, 2800 Maguire Blvd (Columbia, MO)

    Dates: 5/22/2026

    Join fellow Special Education Directors for a supportive space where leadership meets learning. Dive into timely legal updates, tackle hot topics, and engage in meaningful conversations. Build lasting connections, get your questions answered, and leave empowered to lead with confidence.

    • Enrolled: 0/30
    • Wait: 0/0