Register Here Balancing student needs, staffing models, and budget constraints is one of the most complex challenges SPED leaders face.This session will guide directors through evaluating staffing needs across roles, structuring specialized programs such as autism supports and transition services, and implementing effective professional development and coaching models.Participants will walk away with actionable strategies to...

Register Here This foundational session explores how the nervous system influences emotional regulation and stress responses in students. Participants will examine the physiological underpinnings of regulation and dysregulation, focusing on how educators can recognize and respond to distress signals in ways that promote safety, connection, and co-regulation. By integrating insights from neuroscience, including Dr. Stephen...

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Register Here The Special Education Director Forum provides virtual sessions designed to enhance your networking, access valuable resources, and foster professional growth within the realm of special education leadership. As a director, your pivotal role demands continuous connection with colleagues across Kansas, and our forum serves as the central hub for facilitating these connections, enabling...

Register Here The purpose of the monthly forum is to define the roles of the school nurse in day-to-day and emergency operations within a school district including but not limited to preparedness and response. Day-to-day roles include sickness, injury, or other medical situations that could occur. The importance of the “All Hazards Approach” will be emphasized during...

Register Here The one-hour monthly Behavior Collaboration Forum virtual sessions are crafted to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to address behavioral challenges effectively. From proactive classroom management techniques to fostering positive student interactions, our forum is your platform for continuous growth and empowerment. Join our community of passionate educators committed to creating...

Register Here Pre-requisite for this course is De-Escalation 101: Understanding the Nervous System.Building on the foundational concepts from De-Escalation 101, this session delves into the systemic and environmental factors that contribute to student escalation. Participants will explore universal proactive de-escalation strategies, practical tools for responding during moments of distress, and post-escalation strategies to support students...

Register Here Join us for a hands-on, four-part virtual workshop series designed to help educators and school teams confidently navigate the process of behavior data collection, analysis, and targeted intervention planning. Whether you're new to behavior data or looking to refine your systems, this series offers practical tools, real-world case studies, and collaborative learning that...

Register Here General education interventions (GEI) are part of the Child Find requirement for schools and are implemented for students KG through the age of 21. The GEI process provides an opportunity to identify methods and procedures that help ensure students are making educational progress. Using a whole-child approach, teams will learn about the foundational...

Register Here Event is still being built, this has been entered to hold the room on this date.Please contact Eileen Webster, [email protected] with any questions.Workshop Location:Greenbush Main Campus947 W. 47 HwyGirard, KS 66743Cost:SLS Members $0Non SLS Members $150