INTERNAL PD INFO: In-Person Regional Training Opportunities from Program Support & Monitoring

ESS/PSM is excited to offer free, in-person regional training opportunities throughout the school year. Participants may register for the training topic(s) that best meet their needs.

There are two training topics being offered this year. To provide flexible attendance options, each topic will be offered multiple times throughout the year. Please note that all sessions for the same topic contain identical content. To maximize training availability and accommodate as many participants as possible, we encourage participants to register for only one session per topic. Additional information about topics, dates, times, and locations are included below.

Guide Steps

This training focuses on using the Guide Steps technical assistance document to review a mock student file for compliance with IDEA and state requirements. Participants will practice navigating the Guide Steps, identifying compliance requirements, and reviewing supporting documentation. The training will also highlight Prior Written Notices (PWNs) as a common area of statewide noncompliance and provide an opportunity to discuss frequent documentation issues and applicable requirements.

Prior Written Notice (PWN)

This training provides an in-depth review of Prior Written Notice (PWN) requirements and ADE resources. Participants will examine common PWN compliance issues identified through monitoring activities, explore factors that contribute to noncompliance, and engage in interactive exercises using real-world scenarios to strengthen their understanding of PWN requirements and best practices.

To register, please email Veronica Reza [email protected] directly with your preferred date and time. If you have any further questions, please contact your PEA-assigned PSM specialist.