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  • Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) Foundations, Day 1 – Pratt

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    Register Here Have you ever wondered, what makes special education so "special"? Join us for a deep-dive into the world of special education for this training series. In this interactive training, educators will learn about the components of SDI, differentiate between supports available within general education and special education on a continuum to consider LRE,...

  • Emergency Safety Intervention (ESI) Workshop – Lawrence

    Lawrence - 1104 E 1000 Rd Lawrence, KS, United States

    Register Here This Emergency Safety Intervention (ESI) workshop is designed to provide school staff—including educators, administrators, and support personnel—with a comprehensive understanding of Kansas ESI regulations. The training emphasizes that seclusion and restraint are only permissible when a student presents an immediate danger to themselves or others. Participants will explore prevention and de-escalation strategies, legal...

  • Decoding Special Ed Budgets: A Clear Path for Superintendents! – Girard

    Girard - 947 W. 47 Hwy. Girard Girard, KS, United States

    Register Here Ever wondered how special education budgets, revenue, and flow-through really work? This session is tailored for interlocal, district, and cooperative superintendents who want to cut through the guesswork and get down to the facts. We’ll take you behind the scenes of the funding formula, expenditures, and everything you need to know to take...

  • De-Escalation 101: Understanding the Nervous System (Part 1) – Lawrence

    Lawrence - 1104 E 1000 Rd Lawrence, KS, United States

    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...

  • A Fresh Look at Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Support Planning – Girard

    Girard - 947 W. 47 Hwy. Girard Girard, KS, United States

    Register Here Join us for a full-day workshop designed to empower educators with tools and strategies to better understand and support student behavior. Rather than stopping at surface-level interpretations of what a child is trying to “get or avoid,” this session dives deeper, focusing on identifying the lagging skills and unmet developmental needs driving behavior.Through...

  • Navigating the Role of Supervisor to Support Paraprofessionals – Girard

    Girard - 947 W. 47 Hwy. Girard Girard, KS, United States

    Register Here In educational settings, paraprofessionals are indispensable assets, providing crucial support to teachers and students alike. This workshop is designed to equip supervisors with the necessary tools and strategies to effectively guide and collaborate with paraprofessionals, fostering a cohesive and supportive environment in the classroom. Throughout this workshop, participants will explore the multifaceted role...

  • School Psychologist Forum – Virtual

    Virtual

    Register Here The school psychologist forum will be a space for practitioners, practicum students, and interns to come together and collaborate, share resources, ask questions, and learn from each other. We will discuss relevant-to-the-field topics, best practices, and real world (school) implications of service provision.Led by Tommie Gonsalez, [email protected]: FREE for ALL

  • Early Career Special Education Leader Forum – Virtual

    Virtual

    Register Here This monthly forum created for Early Career Special Education Leaders is designed to provide opportunities for new leaders to discuss and address challenges related to technical, budget, staffing, instructional support in special education. Through regular meetings and discussions, participants can share their experiences and learn from one another, fostering professional growth and valuable...

  • School Social Work Forum – Virtual

    Virtual

    Register Here The School Social Work Forum is an inclusive and dynamic platform dedicated to fostering collaboration, professional growth, and support for school social workers. This forum serves as a vibrant online community where passionate individuals from across the globe can come together to share knowledge, insights, and best practices in the field of school...

  • Gifted Education Forum – Virtual

    Virtual

    Register Here Unlock the potential of gifted learners at our monthly Gifted Education Forum—designed for gifted educators. Explore key topics including eligibility for gifted programs, fostering student-driven "passion" projects, effective collaboration with Student Intervention Teams (SIT), and strategies for supporting gifted students in rural communities. Join us for an inspiring exchange of ideas, practical tools, and...