Calendar of Events

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

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...

Register Here In this forum, you can share and receive helpful tips and tricks that will help you manage data. Whether that be sharing between districts & KSDE via SPEDPro or learning/sharing strategies to help you gather and organize overwhelming amounts of data efficiently. All data clerks regardless of experience will have a valuable opportunity to...

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...

Register Here The 504 professional development is designed to assist individuals responsible for the education of students with disabilities. It provides an overview of the requirements and benefits of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, allows staff to review child find and evaluation responsibilities, development and implementation of section 504, and apply learning...

Register Here You are invited! You have been selected for FREE ADMISSION. Admission includes free registration, meals, one workbook, and a classroom regulation tool kit for each participant! A $2,000 value! The deadline to register and reserve your seat is January 29th, 2025. Greenbush and the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) are excited to collaborate with Emily Read Daniels, M.Ed.,...

Register Here Providing a comprehensive psychoeducational evaluation for dyslexia can be a daunting undertaking. Using the definition of dyslexia and the Kansas Eligibility Indicators for the identification of dyslexia can aid in this process. However, we have found that school psychologists and IEP teams may still benefit from the opportunity to ask questions and process...

Register Here This series is for any educator or therapist wanting an in depth dive into the complex world of sensory processing. We will discuss lesser known senses, critical observation skills to recognize sensory needs and practical ways to meet those needs in and out of the classroom setting. There is an optional third day...

Register Here You are invited! You have been selected for FREE ADMISSION. Admission includes free registration, meals, one workbook, and a classroom regulation tool kit for each participant! A $2,000 value! The deadline to register and reserve your seat is January 29th, 2025. Greenbush and the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) are excited to collaborate with Emily Read Daniels, M.Ed.,...

Register Here This session equips special education leaders with the legal knowledge and implementation strategies essential for compliance and quality programming. We’ll cover the fundamentals of IDEA, Section 504, and ADA, with a focus on timelines, procedural safeguards, due process, and state-specific documentation and monitoring. Participants will also dive into IEP development and service delivery...

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,...

Register Here In "What's So Special About Special Education?", educational leaders will explore specially designed instruction (SDI) for students with disabilities, key federal laws such as IDEA and Section 504, and their implications for creating inclusive learning environments. The training will cover least restrictive environments, MTSS, strategies for providing support, and universal design for learning....

Register Here The Resilience Collective, a dynamic gathering of counselors, school psychologists, and social workers committed to enhancing student support. Meeting four times this next year, we’ll engage in collaborative professional development that bridges our expertise, focusing on topics like trauma-informed care, behavioral interventions, crisis response, and mental wellness strategies. Through interactive discussions, case studies,...

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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 This series is for any educator or therapist wanting an in depth dive into the complex world of sensory processing. We will discuss lesser known senses, critical observation skills to recognize sensory needs and practical ways to meet those needs in and out of the classroom setting. There is an optional third day...

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 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,...

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...

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...

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...