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  • PD INFO: Thursday Afternoon LEarning Series (TALES) – “Navigating a Socially-Distanced Classroom for Students with Significant Learning Needs,” Thursday, August 20

PD INFO: Thursday Afternoon LEarning Series (TALES) – “Navigating a Socially-Distanced Classroom for Students with Significant Learning Needs,” Thursday, August 20

  • Mon, Aug 17 2020  •
    • Professional Learning and Sustainability
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Special Education Directors,

Please join us for the next episode of Thursday Afternoon LEarning Series, or TALES, on Thursday, August 20 from 2:30 p.m.—4:00 p.m., when STAR Autism Support presents, “Navigating a Socially-Distanced Classroom for Students with Significant Learning Needs.” Due to COVID-19 and related guidelines from state and local health officials, school staff are faced with the challenges of maintaining social distancing on campus for the 2021 school year. STAR trainer, Kara Magee-Arick, will discuss best practices and tips for navigating the new guidelines for students with significant learning needs, as well as creative, evidence-based practices for teaching students routines focused on social distancing, the importance of wearing a mask, and staying healthy through self-care routines. In addition to providing free visual supports and resources, Jennifer will also discuss ways to support families navigating new challenges at home. Participants will learn strategies and tools that can be used with students in pre-K through postsecondary classrooms.

During this TALES session, participants will also learn about the resources provided by STAR Autism Support supported by ESS available during this unprecedented period of remote learning. All Arizona educators may now receive FREE access to The STAR Online Learning System (SOLS) through STAR Autism Support for 2021 school year. This free access includes:

  • Leveled curriculum designed for students with autism and other developmental disabilities
  • Extensive scripted lesson plans across three strands and eight curricular areas (greeting/circle, academic lessons, language, functional academics, natural communication, engaging in diverse activities, functional routines, independent work)
  • Theme-based and routine-centered curriculum for primary and secondary students

Please click here to register. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Participant registration is first-come, first-served and is not limited to special educators – feel free to forward.

Questions regarding this professional learning opportunity can be sent to [email protected].

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