SPECIAL EDUCATION IMPROVEMENT AND COMPLIANCE
Continue to main contentSpecial education covers a wide range of services and supports the school district provides to any eligible student with a disability. The provision of special education is firmly rooted in both state and federal regulations and mandates, as well as, guided by evidence-based practices. The special education process relies heavily on collaborative partnerships between general education and special education staff and parents. Data-based, team-driven determinations guide the special education process from prereferral interventions through the development and progress monitoring of an Individualized Education Program.
Workshops for All Educators (General and Special Education)
These workshops are designed for all educators: general and special educators are invited to attend these trainings.
| Date | Workshop Topic |
|---|---|
| September 16, 2025 | MAP-A Training - Mineral Area Campus |
| September 17, 2025 | MAP-A Training - SEMO Campus |
| September 29, 2025 | MAP-A Training - SEMO Kennett Regional Campus |
| Date | Workshop Topic |
|---|---|
| June 16, 2025 | IN-PERSON: Small Steps, Big Impact: Accommodations That Work in Any Classroom - Reading |
| June 16, 2025 | Virtual: Small Steps, Big Impact: Accommodations That Work in Any Classroom - Reading |
| July 21, 2025 | IN-PERSON: Small Steps, Big Impact: Accommodations That Work in Any Classroom - Writing |
| July 21, 2025 | Virtual: Small Steps, Big Impact: Accommodations That Work in Any Classroom - Writing |
| August 1, 2025 | IN-PERSON: Small Steps, Big Impact: Accommodations That Work in Any Classroom - Task and Behavior Management |
| August 1, 2025 | Virtual: Small Steps, Big Impact: Accommodations That Work in Any Classroom - Task and Behavior Management |
| Date | Workshop Topic |
|---|---|
| September 8, 2025 | Day 1 |
| November 18, 2025 | Day 2 |
| February 17, 2026 | Day 3 |
| Date | Workshop Topic |
|---|---|
| September 30, 2025 | Session 1 |
| October 28, 2025 | Session 2 |
| December 9, 2025 | Session 3 |
CONTACT
Berkley Rosenquist
Special Education Improvement Consultant
brosenquist@semo.edu
(573) 651-2718
Tiffiney Smith
Special Education Compliance Consultant
tdsmith@semo.edu
(573) 651-2621
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701