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AzTAP’s 17th Annual Assistive Technology Conference

March 4, 2015 By

AzTAP’s 17th Annual Assistive Technology Conference

Registration Now Open

The Arizona Technology Access Program and the Arizona Department of Education announce that registration is open for AzTAP’s 17th Annual Assistive Technology Conference. 

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July 12-14, 2015

Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch

Scottsdale, Arizona

Reasons to attend:

  • Increase your AT expertise at Arizona’s only statewide AT Conference
  • Learn about AT devices, resources, and implementation strategies
  • Network with other professionals, AT device users, and 50+ vendors
  • Two full-day preconference workshop options
  • Affordable registration fees & budget friendly rates at a luxury resort
  • Community access to Exhibit Hall, Monday afternoon, 7/13

Early Bird Registration Fees (by 6/1/15)

  • $199 for conference
  • $109 for preconference workshop
  • $289 for both

 Room rate is $99/night (includes resort fees)

 See the flyer for information. For registration and more information, visit the AzTAP website at http://aztap.org/conference/.

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Teachers’ Institute — Aiming for Greatness

February 10, 2015 By

The Arizona Department of Education’s K-12 Academic Standards and Exceptional Student Services Divisions are hosting the Teachers’ Institute tailored to the needs of both general education and special education teachers. This two-day conference will feature national and Arizona educators. Breakout sessions will be pertinent to both general education and special education teachers.

Target audience for Teacher’s Institute: Special and General Education Teachers Preschool to Grade 12, Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, Related Service Providers, ELL Teachers, and Content Specialists.

Conference Schedule: Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Cost: Registration for an individual is $199. Team up a general education and a special education teacher from the same school for the discounted registration fee of $150 per person. If you are taking advantage of this offer, put GROUP in the registration section labeled Payment Number.

Space is limited—please register as soon as possible.

Upon completion of registration, you will receive a confirmation number. If you do not receive a confirmation number, your registration is not complete. Confirmation numbers are not a guarantee of admittance; payment must be received before you attend the conference. Payment is accepted by check or purchase order only. Advise ADE of any substitutions by June 25th. Contact Abby Sanchez (602) 364-3026 or abby.sanchez@azed.gov. No cancellation or refunds will be allowed. Two weeks prior to the conference, all paid, registered attendees will receive information on how to access all printed material.

Additional Information
For detailed conference information contact:
Linda Mosteller
602-542-4469
linda.mosteller@azed.gov

Payment
Make payment payable to Arizona Department of Education.
Mail to:
Arizona Department of Education
Attn: Abby Sanchez
1535 W. Jefferson, Bin #24
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Please be prompt in informing your business office of your registration. A confirmation number is required on the day of the event and should also be included on your purchase order. A registration fee is charged for all registrants, including those who do not show.

Purchase orders sent by fax WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THIS NUMBER ONLY: 602-542-5404

For questions regarding registration, contact:
Abby Sanchez
602-364-3026
abby.sanchez@azed.gov

Hotel Information
Glendale Renaissance Hotel
9495 West Coyotes Boulevard
Glendale, Arizona 85305
1-800-468-3571
Reference the room block for the ‘Arizona Teachers’ Institute’

Who Should Attend: Special and General Education Teachers Preschool to Grade 12, Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, Related Service Providers, ELL Teachers, and Content Specialists.
Contact: Linda @ 602-542-4469

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Census Non-Reconciliation Deadline

November 24, 2014 By
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Spotlight on Assistive Technology

September 18, 2014 By

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Click on one of the titles below to register for an Assistive Technology workshop.
Therese Willkomm in:
“Simple AT Solutions”
‘AT Solutions in Minutes’ with Therese Willkomm, PhD. Dr. Willkomm is an occupational therapist who is known as ‘the MacGyver of AT’- and after spending a day with her, you will know why! Dr. Willkomm will discuss and demonstrate DIY assistive technology projects that can be made quickly and inexpensively using common materials you can find at your local hardware store, including PVC pipe, corrugated plastics, new Velcro materials, and double sided tapes.

October 24, 2014
at Arizona Department of Education
1535 W Jefferson 3rd Floor, Phoenix

Tony Vincent in:
“iPads in the Classroom”
iPads are finding their way into the hands of excited teachers and students since thousands of useful apps and superb accessibility options make these devices popular. Bring your own iPad to get hands-on time with Tony Vincent as he guides you through using some of the best apps around. Tony will share sample activities across various subject areas grade levels K-8 and you’ll learn how iPads can personalize learning and engage all students. Special education and apps can certainly go hand-in-hand!
January 13, 2015
at Arizona Department of Education
1535 W Jefferson 3rd Floor, Phoenix

Penny Reed in:
“Assistive Technology Assessment”
Are you confused about your responsibility to provide assistive technology devices and services? Are you frustrated with delays in obtaining AT assessments from sources outside of your district or with the cost of those assessments? Are you looking for an efficient, effective way to determine a student’s need for assistive technology? Then this workshop is for you! This workshop will present a team-based model for completing assistive technology considerations and assessment. It begins with a brief overview of the laws related to the provision of assistive technology in the schools. A simple, easy-to follow system of AT considerations of IEP teams will be demonstrated. Then an assistive technology assessment process will be explained. This assessment process includes three stages: information gathering, decision making, and trial implementation. Specific, easy-to-follow forms will be provided. There will be opportunities for guided practice and feedback throughout the day.
May 6, 2015
at Arizona Department of Education
3300 N. Central Ave, 16th Floor, Phoenix

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Facilitated IEP Trainings

February 19, 2015 By

The Arizona Department of Education/Dispute Resolution Unit is excited to present the first Facilitated IEP training of 2015.

The Dispute Resolution Unit believes there are three components needed to facilitate a successful IEP meeting: standardized meeting practices, knowledge of the IEP process, and the use of meeting management skills that aid in minimizing conflict and maximizing collaboration. This training is designed to teach these three components.

There is a limit of 50 participants; registration is $75.00 for the two-day training and will include breakfast, lunch, and all training materials.

Sign-in: 8:30 – 9:00
Event: 9:00 – 4:00

Click on Choose and continue to register for this training.

Who Should Attend: Any school personnel involved in a student’s IEP including special education and general education teachers, district representatives, and school psychologists.
Contact: Amy Dill @ 602-542-7579

 

Safford Unified School District
734 W. 11th Street
Safford, AZ 85546		 Mar 9, 2015 – Mar 10, 2015 @ 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Flagstaff Unified School District Family Resource Center
4000 N. Cummings St.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004		 Mar 31, 2015 – Apr 1, 2015 @ 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Arizona Department of Education
1535 E. Jefferson
Phoenix, AZ 85007		 Apr 23, 2015 – Apr 24, 2015 @ 9:00AM – 4:00PM
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Administrators Academy: A Brick-by-Brick Approach to Building Knowledgeable, Empowered Leaders in Special Education

August 1, 2014 By

Administrators Academy is a four-part, interactive coaching series designed to teach participants how to practically and effectively apply the legal requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

This academy is geared toward school leaders, such as principals and assistant principals, who want to better understand their role in the special education process; special education directors looking for a more comprehensive understanding of the intricate legalities involved in special education; and special education practitioners who are interested in the legal foundations and purposes of their jobs.

This intimate workshop experience will feature an in-depth analysis of obligations under the IDEA. Presenters will build participants’ knowledge and confidence brick-by-brick by explaining responsibilities as school and special education leaders through deconstructing and reorganizing the IDEA into coherent pieces, while allowing interactions with the information to improve comfort and familiarity with the material. The instruction received through this academy will provide the necessary foundation to be thoughtful and skilled decision makers and practitioners in special education.

Institute presenters will be Kacey Gregson, attorney and Director of Dispute Resolution for the Arizona Department of Education, and Shannon Chavez, special education teacher and Arizona Department of Education Corrective Action Compliance Monitor.

Registration Link: http://www.ade.az.gov/onlineregistration/EventLocationSelection.asp?EventID=3647

Event Dates:                                                                                                   

Friday, October 31, 2014
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Friday, February 6, 2015
Friday, April 24, 2015

Event Location:

East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT)
1601 West Main Street
Mesa, AZ 85201

Registration Fee: $150 for the four-day attendance

Registration Deadline: September 30, 2014

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TBI 100 — Concussion and Mild Brain Injury and Returning to Learning

February 19, 2015 By

This new ½-day (3.5 hour) course introduces participants, especially general educators, special educators, coaches, trainers and parents, to the concept of mild brain injury (mTBI). Content will address types of mild brain injuries and causes as well as the implications of injury on normal brain-behaviors. In addition, the workshop will focus participants on how to successfully return students to the learning environment after concussion. The format will include short lecture segments with open discussion and a 20-minute video segment addressing the need for concussion/mild brain injury prevention.

Who Should Attend: Administrators; Directors of Special Education; Secondary and Elementary Principals; School Nurses and Health Assistants; School Counselors/Behavior Coaches; School Psychologists; Coaches, Assistants, and Athletic Trainers; General Education Teachers; Speech/Language Pathologists; Occupational and Physical Therapists; Special Education Teachers; Community Agencies working w/children; Parents and Foster Parents; Support Personnel (buss drivers, clerical staff)
Contact: Jeannette Zemeida @ 602-542-3855

NORTHERN ARIZONA REGIONAL TRAINING
Flagstaff Unified School District
Family Resource Center — Literacy Room B
4000 N. Cummings
Flagstaff, AZ		 Mar 5, 2015 @ 4:00PM – 7:00PM
SOUTHEASTERN ARIZONA REGIONAL TRAINING
Sierra Vista Unified School District
Apache Middle School Library
3305 E. Fry Blvd.
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635		 Mar 21, 2015 @ 8:30AM – 12:00PM
SOUTHERN MARICOPA COUNTY REGIONAL TRAINING
Kyrene Unified School District
District Administrative Center
8700 S. Kyrene Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85284		 Apr 20, 2015 @ 4:30PM – 8:00PM
SOUTHERN MARICOPA COUNTY REGIONAL TRAINING
Kyrene Unified School District
District Administrative Center
8700 S. Kyrene Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85284		 Apr 22, 2015 @ 4:30PM – 8:00PM

 

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Talk with ADE – SAVE THE DATE

November 20, 2014 By

Please note that Talk with ADE agendas and parking instructions will be sent out over the Special Education Directors’ litserv.

These are the dates of upcoming Talk with ADE meetings.

Friday, November 21

Friday, January 9

Friday, April 3

All meetings will be held at the 3300 N. Central Ave. office on the 16th floor from 9:45 AM – 11:00 AM

For more information, please e-mail essinbox@azed.gov.

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Meeting Arizona’s College and Career Ready Standards (AZCCRS) for Special Educators

February 19, 2015 By

Team up a special education teacher or leader with a general education teacher or leader and get 50% off one registration!

Throughout the two-day workshop participants will have the opportunity to engage in whole group, small group, and paired collaborative discussions within grade level and content areas to refine collaborative practices between general education and special education and develop and write AZCCRS standards-based Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.

Training Outcomes:
During this two-day workshop, participants will:
• Expand understanding of the AZCCRS for ELA/Literacy and Mathematics in order to develop standards-aligned IEP goals aligned to the student’s AZCCRS present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP)
• Integrate research of how children learn to order to identify areas of need in the development of IEP goals
• Obtain a solid understanding of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to integrate learning into daily practice
• Develop and write standards-aligned IEP goals related to students’ needs as described in the PLAAFP
• Discuss and explore how to use and differentiate assessments based on students’ IEPs to inform instruction
• Explore and use readily available resources, tools, and evidenced-based strategies to support students with disabilities to access the AZCCRS in ELA/Literacy and Mathematics

Please bring laptop or iPad to the training if possible.

Presenters: WestEd

March 23-24, 2015
Registration and breakfast at 7:30 AM

Yuma Union High School District Vista South Campus
221 E. 26th Place
Yuma, AZ 85364
928.502.6780

Breakfast and lunch provided each day for both sessions.

Registration Fee: $125 covers the two-day attendance, or team up a special education teacher or leader with a general education teacher or leader and get 50% off one registration (i.e., $125.00 for the special educator, $62.50 for general educator). Please type ‘discount’ after the payment number when registering the general education teacher or leader.

Make payment payable to Arizona Department of Education.
Mail to:
Arizona Department of Education
Attn: Abby Sanchez
1535 W. Jefferson, Bin #24
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Who Should Attend: Special education directors, special education teachers, and administrators.
Contact: Linda Mosteller @ 6025424469

Click to register on the ADE Events Registration Page.

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Universal Design for Learning Institute

December 22, 2014 By

March 12–13, 2015
Pendergast Learning Center
3841 N. 91st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85037

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an approach to designing flexible curriculum, instruction, and materials that are accessible to all students. The training will introduce the principles of UDL and present information on a framework to reduce barriers and maximize learning opportunities for all students.

Presenter Jeff McCormick, MS, is the Program Director for the Universal Design for Learning Center at OCALI in Columbus, Ohio.  Jeff presents at schools, universities, and state and national conferences on topics ranging from universal design for learning, technology integration, and educational project deployment at state levels. He has created on-line training modules for UDL that will be available throughout the year to institute participants at no additional cost.UDL March

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