SPECIAL EDUCATION IMPROVEMENT AND COMPLIANCE
Continue to main contentSpecial education covers a wide range of services and supports provided by the school district 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 |
|---|---|
| February 4 and 5, 2025 | Transition Academy-Prepping Students for Life |
New to Special Education Academy
| Date | Workshop Topic |
|---|---|
| October 1, 2024 | Meeting 1 |
| November 19, 2024 | Meeting 2 |
| December 4, 2024 | Meeting 3 |
Effective Goals in Special Education: Using Data and the Science of Reading
| Date | Workshop Topic |
|---|---|
| September 26, 2024 | Effective Goals in Special Education: Using Data and the Science of Reading |
| October 21, 2024 | Supporting Your Literacy Goals: A Practical Look at the Classroom, K-5 |
| November 20, 2024 | Supporting Your Literacy Goals: A Practical Look at the Classroom, 6-12 |
Special Education Compliance Connection: SEMO
(Southeast Missouri State University)
| Date | Workshop Topic |
|---|---|
| December 13, 2024 | Meeting 1 - CANCELED |
| March 21, 2025 | Meeting 2 - CANCELED |
Special Education Compliance Connection: North
(North St. Francois School District - Primary Building)
| Date | Workshop Topic |
|---|---|
| December 12, 2024 | Meeting 1 - CANCELED |
| March 20, 2025 | Meeting 2 - CANCELED |
Special Education Compliance Connection: South
(Poplar Bluff School District Central Office Missouri Room - Poplar Bluff, MO)
| Date | Workshop Topic |
|---|---|
| December 11, 2024 | Meeting 1 - CANCELED |
| March 19, 2025 | Meeting 2 - CANCELED |
MAP-A Lunch and Learn (Virtual Series)
| Date | Workshop Topic |
|---|---|
| October 11, 2024 | Engagement Activities for ELA |
| November 12, 2024 | Planning Instruction with Essential Elements |
| December 12, 2024 | Fall Progress Reports and Data Extracts |
| January 13, 2025 | DLM Resources and Reminders |
| February 19, 2025 | MAP-A Eligibility |
| March 24, 2025 | Assessing Writing with MAP-A |
| April 16, 2025 | MAP-A Questions and Answers |
| May 7, 2025 | Spring Report and Parent Contact |
Transition Tuesday Lunch and Learn (Virtual Series)
| Date | Workshop Topic |
|---|---|
| October 15, 2024 | Form C Goals and Services |
| November 5, 2024 | Using MO Connections Surveys for Transition |
| March 11, 2025 | Hosting a Transition Fair |
| April 8, 2025 | Career and Technical Education Best Practices for Special Populations |
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