This session is designed to empower educators and school staff with the knowledge and tools to utilize the school's Big 5 behavior data effectively. Participants will learn to analyze and interpret data to identify patterns, develop targeted interventions, and implement evidence-based solutions to improve student behavior outcomes. Through a structured, data-driven approach, the course emphasizes creating sustainable behavior support systems that promote a positive school climate and student success.

By the end of the course, participants will have a comprehensive framework to interpret Big 5 behavior data, design targeted interventions, and foster a positive and inclusive school environment through data-informed decision-making.

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

This training requires a one-year commitment consisting of:

Attending a virtual Aspire® Kick-off in July or at the beginning of August

Participating in three face-to-face training sessions

Completing online training & Bridge to Application activities

All work must be completed by May 15th

Training sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 3:30 p.m.

Participants must attend all three of the face-to-face sessions and the virtual kick-off.

Beginning teachers are one of our greatest assets. Yet, 17% of teachers leave the career within the first five years (Gray et al., 2015). Effective professional development is a key factor of teacher retention (Podolsky et al., 2018).

This program is part of the Missouri Teacher Development System.

MTDS Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 1 (BTAP1) meets the first year of Missouri's BTAP certification requirements.

This opportunity provides:

*consultant support

*networking with other new teachers and educational consultants

*just-in-time learning (critical firsts)

*awareness of the phases of a new teacher

*relationship-building skills

This session provides an overview of the latest updates in MO SW-PBS Advanced Tier practices, with a focus on functional behavior assessment and targeted intervention planning. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of the Functional Assessment Checklist, learn effective strategies for conducting student observations, and explore how to create individualized behavior support plans based on identified behavior functions. Attendees will enhance their ability to support students with intensive behavioral needs using data-driven decision-making.

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You made it through year one, but your learning never stops! Continue your growth as an emerging teacher!

Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 2 offers continued support for early career teachers.

MTDS Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 2 is part of the Missouri Teacher Development System and is open to any teacher who has completed the first year of a Beginning Teacher Assistance Program in Missouri.

MTDS Beginning Teacher Assistance Program Year 2 (BTAP2) meets the second year of Missouri's BTAP certification requirements.

This opportunity provides:

*consultant support

*networking with other teachers

*competency-based programming

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

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.

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.

This three-day series is designed to deepen your understanding of the what, why, and how of early literacy and language development, including assessment and instruction strategies. LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) provides the "science of reading” application of research into the classroom no matter the curriculum or program used. The blended learning format of this series includes three days of face-to-face training and self-paced online tutorials/videos of effective early childhood classroom instruction.
This registration link is only for the face-to-face trainings. You need to apply for materials and access to the online course with DESE through MO Read, Lead, Exceed.
There will be a Kickoff Meeting but the date will be announced later.

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.

Volume 2 includes 4 on-line units with a face-to-face training for each unit. All components are required and participants must attend all four face-to-face trainings. Units include: The Mighty Word: Oral Language and Vocabulary; Digging for Meaning: Understanding Reading Comprehension; Text-Driven Comprehension Instruction; and The Reading-Writing Connection. LETRS gives teachers the skills they need to master how to teach the five essential components of literacy, plus writing, spelling, and oral language. Teachers also learn: How to implement instructional routines and activities, Approaches to differentiate instruction to meet the literacy needs of all students, Bridge to Practice activities that ensure they can transfer what they learn in LETRS to the classroom.

NOTE: Teachers must have successfully completed all components of LETRS Volume 1 in order to register for LETRS Volume 2.

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!

This session provides educators with practical strategies to establish and implement clear classroom expectations, rules, procedures, and routines within a Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. Participants will explore evidence-based practices that foster a positive learning environment, improve student behavior, and enhance academic engagement. The session emphasizes how consistent expectations and routines create a predictable environment that supports all learners while reducing disruptive behavior.

By the end of this session, participants will:

1.Understand the research and rationale behind establishing clear classroom expectations, rules, and routines.

2.Learn how to develop and implement classroom expectations aligned with school-wide PBIS goals.

3.Create effective classroom procedures that promote efficiency and reduce problem behaviors.>/br>

4.Explore best practices for teaching, modeling, and reinforcing expectations and routines.

5.Develop a plan for ongoing monitoring and adjustment to maintain consistency and effectiveness.

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Volume 2 includes 4 on-line units with a face-to-face training for each unit. All components are required and participants must attend all four face-to-face trainings. Units include: The Mighty Word: Oral Language and Vocabulary; Digging for Meaning: Understanding Reading Comprehension; Text-Driven Comprehension Instruction; and The Reading-Writing Connection. LETRS gives teachers the skills they need to master how to teach the five essential components of literacy, plus writing, spelling, and oral language. Teachers also learn: How to implement instructional routines and activities, Approaches to differentiate instruction to meet the literacy needs of all students, Bridge to Practice activities that ensure they can transfer what they learn in LETRS to the classroom.

NOTE: Teachers must have successfully completed all components of LETRS Volume 1 in order to register for LETRS Volume 2.

This professional development session will explore Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) with a focus on implementing effective teaching and learning practices that encourage expected behaviors while addressing and reducing unexpected behaviors. Participants will gain practical strategies to create a positive and inclusive learning environment by explicitly teaching behavioral expectations, reinforcing positive behaviors, and using data-driven approaches to address behavioral challenges. This session is designed for teachers, school leaders, and support staff seeking to enhance their PBIS implementation and improve student behavior through proactive and responsive practices.

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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.

This professional development session focuses on two critical Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) practices: Active Supervision and Increasing Opportunities to Respond (OTR). Participants will explore how these evidence-based strategies can enhance student engagement, improve behavior, and create a safer, more supportive learning environment.

This session is designed for teachers, school leaders, and support staff aiming to strengthen their PBIS implementation, foster a positive school climate, and enhance both behavioral and academic outcomes.

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This professional development session focuses on three essential Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) practices: Activity Sequencing, Providing Choice, and Adjusting Task Difficulty. These evidence-based strategies play a vital role in enhancing student engagement, reducing disruptive behavior, and supporting diverse learning needs.

This session is ideal for teachers, school leaders, and support staff seeking to improve classroom management and instructional practices while fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment through PBIS.

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This professional development session focuses on the PBIS Behavior De-Escalation Cycle, equipping educators with the knowledge and skills to effectively prevent, recognize, and respond to escalating student behavior. Participants will explore each phase of the de-escalation cycle-from the calm phase through recovery-while learning proactive strategies to minimize escalation and supportive responses to safely guide students back to baseline behavior.

Through interactive discussions and case studies, educators will gain practical tools to de-escalate challenging situations, maintain a positive classroom environment, and promote student self-regulation. This session emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships, using preventative measures, and responding with empathy and consistency.

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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.

Wondering how to set your students up for success after high school? This training will give you the tools to guide them into their next phase-whether it's college, a career, or independent living.

You'll learn how to use Transition Assessments and Services to help students build a future-ready plan that fits their goals. We'll dive into everything from Indicator 13 (transition compliance in the IEP) to crafting meaningful post-secondary outcomes. Plus, we'll explore easy-to-implement strategies for teaching self-determination skills that empower students to take charge of their own path.

This professional development session provides a comprehensive guide to preparing, implementing, and maintaining PBIS Advanced Tier interventions, with a focus on three key strategies: Check-In/Check-Out (CICO), Social Skills Instruction, and Self-Monitoring. These evidence-based interventions offer targeted support for students who need additional help beyond universal Tier 1 practices, fostering positive behavior and improving academic and social outcomes. Session will also include an overview of what is required for those most critical students that need additional support beyond typical interventions to be successful in the school setting.

Participants will explore best practices for establishing Advanced Tier systems, effectively delivering interventions, and using data to monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed.

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This professional development session is designed to guide schools through the process of preparing for PBIS state recognition and ensuring successful staff survey completion. Participants will learn how to document and showcase their PBIS implementation efforts, align practices with state criteria, and engage staff in providing meaningful feedback through surveys.

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

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.

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.