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Idaho SESTA Updates - March 2021
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The Behavioral Coordinator will make independent decisions with school-based teams based on a high level of expertise in behavioral and instructional principles, as well as a strong understanding of IDEA, to work collaboratively with SESTA team members to continually improve SESTA services and supports. Details
 
CONNECTING THE DOTS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Registration open through April 16
Early childhood teachers and related service providers will get a solid understanding of how to use evaluation results and anchor assessment information to determine ECO ratings and develop strong IEPs.  Participants will also learn how to encourage the involvement of families and community partners. This Hybrid Learning Series is offered April 28-May 6 or May 17-26. It includes a kick-off webinar, three (3) online modules, and a wrap-up webinar.  Watch video below to learn more and please share with Early Childhood teachers. 
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LAUNCHING THE IEP
Only 2 days left to register, closes March 19
Special education teachers will learn about specially designed instruction (SDI) and how to strengthen instruction using feedback and engagement strategies. Launching the IEP will be offered as a Hybrid Learning Series including three (3) online modules, a workbook to accompany the modules, and a follow-up webinar to pull all of the information together. Watch the video below to learn more.
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IDAHO TIERED BEHAVIOR SUPPORTS
Informational Webinar April 12
Idaho Tiered Behavior Supports aims to create schools where ALL students can succeed and is a state-funded (no fee) program. Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based framework developed to assist school teams in providing preventative, positive behavioral support for ALL students. Idaho Tiered Behavior Supports (ITBS) will support selected districts (via application process) in implementing the PBIS framework. Learn more about ITBS in the video below or on the Idaho Tiered Behavior Supports webpage on the ITC.  
LEARN MORE & REGISTER
Twenty-Five Things to Remember About Social Skills, Facilitating Friendships, and Building Positive Self-Esteem
3-part webinar series

These workshops, sponsored by the Idaho State Department of Education,  are designed to support students with low-incidence disabilities, but they are applicable for all students. 

Presenter: Maurice Belote is the Project Coordinator for California Deaf-blind Services. He has been in the field of deaf-blindness for 39 years. Click on each session to register. 
SAVE THE DATES
  • March 27 & May 22  - Mini Virtual AAC Saturday Morning Camp   REGISTER
  • April 12  - Idaho Tiered Behavior Supports Informational Webinar   REGISTER
  • April 13 - An Introduction to the Power of Early STEM   REGISTER
  •  April 19, 21 or 23 (registration closes March 19) - Launching the IEP   REGISTER
  • April 20  - Secondary Special Ed Webinar Series: #6 Program Exit/Graduation & SOP   REGISTER
  • April 20, 27, May 4 - 25 Things to Remember about Social Skills   REGISTER
  • April 28- May 6  &  May 17-26 - Connecting the Dots in Early Childhood Education   REGISTER
  • May 11 - Your Classroom, a Place of Powerful Co-Learning   REGISTER
  • June 8-18 - Strengthening Partnerships with Instructional Strategies (Opens April 15)  -  Fort Hall June 8 or 9, Twin Falls June 11, Moscow June 15, Coeur d’Alene June 16, Boise June 18
  • June 14  - Turning the Page: Shared Reading with AAC (Opens April 1)
  • Aug 3-4 - Deaf-Blind Virtual Summer Institute 2021: Literacy for Complex Learners (Opens May 2021)   MORE details
HERE TO HELP
Idaho SESTA Help Desk is here for you to connect you to the support you need. 
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ONLINE TRAINING & RESOURCES
Click the title to view the resource on the ITC
 
ABC DATA -  Learn how to determine whether behavior is challenging, how to define a target behavior, and how to collect ABC data.

ASSESSMENT LENDING LIBRARY - Assessments are available in a wide range of categories including: Social/Emotional/Behavioral, Language Proficiency, and Speech/Language.

ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY IN MINUTES - New, cool, and awesome solutions for students with severe disabilities.

BEHAVIOR 101 MODULES - This module series aims to increase understanding of basic behavioral principles.

BEST PRACTICES IN COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION - Covers each step of the evaluation process as well as how to gather meaningful information that will help in determining how to best meet student needs.

COVID-19 TOOLS & RESOURCES - Tools for your teams to use as you navigate how to provide support to students with disabilities in your schools and districts.

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT BEHAVIOR SERIES - A new Out-Of-The-Box content series delivers crucial information on managing classrooms, founded in best practice and science. Content is released throughout the year, Parts 1-3 are posted, Part 4 is coming soon. 

CRACKING THE AAC CODE - Five webinars on augmentative/alternative communication, designed for SLPs and special education teachers.

CROSSWALK MODULES (CCCs) - A module series that take a crosswalk approach to help teachers understand Content Standards Core Connectors (CCCs). 

DATA-DRIVEN DECISION MAKING - This five-part module series covers the data-making tool, sources of data, IEP goals, data collection and progress monitoring.

DEVELOPING A HIGH QUALITY IEP MODULES - An Idaho SESTA online module series covering all aspects of a high-quality IEP through 15 modules. 

DIFFICULT LEARNERS SERIES - A four-part SESTA online series covering motivation, strategies, and IEP goals for challenging behavior.

EARLY CHILDHOOD WEBINARS - The Idaho Special Education Department with Idaho SESTA address various topics that impact students 3-5 years of age that receive special education services. 

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS - This series covers understanding characteristics, building comprehensive assessment plans & developing effective IEPs.

EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICES FOR AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER - Two tutorials to connect you to AFIRM (Autism Focused Intervention Resources & Modules) and AIM (Autism Internet Modules)

FBA & BIP MODULES - Idaho SESTA online modules on developing a targeted and effective Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) and conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA).

FREE READING & WRITING TOOLS FOR STRUGGLING STUDENTS - Two modules, one on tools for  iOS/Android use and one on tools for PC/MAC use. 

GENERAL EDUCATION MODULES - An Idaho SESTA online module series to support general education teachers in understanding their role as part of a student's special education team. 

GENERAL SUPERVISION FILE REVIEW VIDEOS - Four videos on General, Preschool, Secondary and SLD file review. 

GETTING STARTED - A handbook for brand new special education teachers. 

IDAHO SPECIAL EDUCATION MANUAL - An Idaho State Department of Education resource. 

IDAHO IEP GUIDANCE HANDBOOK - An Idaho State Department of Education resource. 

IEP IMPLEMENTATION MODULES - An online module series that covers Elementary, Middle School & High School IEP Implementation. 

PARAPROFESSIONAL SUPPORT - A paraprofessional topic page on the ITC has a paraprofessional handbook, resources and the paraprofessional modules.

PRINCIPALS CORNER - Resources to help principals navigate the complex world of special education. 

PROGRESS MONITORING - Gain a comprehensive understanding of progress monitoring that includes how to set up, implement, and analyze progress monitoring systems.

SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION WEBINARS -  Monthly Webinar Series from the Idaho SDE on various Secondary Special Education topics that will provide new information & resources.

SYSTEMATIC INSTRUCTION WEBINARS - Using Systematic Instruction to Improve Outcomes for Students with Severe Disabilities, presented by Dr. MaryAnn Demchak and is sponsored by the SDE.
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