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1 Fall 2014 Revised SST 2 Professional Development Brochure SST 2 Professional Development Brochure Inside this issue: Table of Contents 2 Introduction 3 Credit Options 3 Cancellations 3 Weather Policy 3 PD Offerings 5-27 SST Regional Map & Construction Notice 27 Fall FAX Facebook & YouTube: State Support Team Region 2

2 Table of Contents... Professional Development Offerings Pages Early Learning Early Childhood Taskforce...13 ELDS Module Level 2: Cognition and General Knowledge: Math.20 ELDS Module Level 2: Cognition and General Knowledge: Science.9 & 20 ELDS Module Level 2: Cognition and General Knowledge: Social Studies...9 Kindergarten Readiness Assessment Teacher Training Hybrid Model..7 & 13 Ohio s Early Learning & Development Standards Overview.6, 15, 18 & 19 Ohio s New Learning Assessment 8, 10 & 12 Step Up To Quality Work Session..18 Exceptional Children Age Appropriate Transition Assessments: Where Do I Begin?.16 Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (AASCD) for new test administrators and second raters 22 & 23 Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (AASCD) Refresher Training. 23 & 24 Assistive Technology Vendor Fair..26 Augmentative & Alternative Communication..6 Balanced Literacy..27 Breakfast with Directors (formerly Supervisors Network).9 Design & Deliver Book Study.5 ELL Assessment Vendor Fair..15 HQT for Moderate to Intensive Intervention Specialists ELA..11 HQT for Moderate to Intensive Intervention Specialists Math.19 HQT for Moderate to Intensive Intervention Specialists Science 22 HQT for Moderate to Intensive Intervention Specialists Social Studies.26 Instructional Practices Using Ohio s Academic Content Standards Extended...8 Leadership Academy for New Administrators Responsible for Federal Programs.11 Ohio s New Rules for Special Education Shifting Focus from Minimum Standards to High Performance.7 Ohio s New Operating Standards and Impact on Transition Planning 7 Refining Your Practice: Curriculum Mapping & Assessment Techniques 21 Regional Transition Council Meeting..10 Transition Think Tank..8 Transition Boot Camp...12 UDL Now! Book Study.5 Parents & Families Autism & Low Incidence Disability Parent Support Network Meeting...16 Regional Quarterly Meetings Co-Teaching with Dr. Lisa Dieker...21 Digging Deeper with Dr. Brian McNulty.14 Meeting the Needs of Struggling Writers with Dr. Maria Sargent.25 School Improvement Expect Success! Understanding and Supporting Behavioral Challenges that Impact Learning, Social Competence, & Academic Progress.17 OIP for Internal Facilitators and Building Principals..6 OIP Regional Meetings.16 PBIS 2015 Cohort 1 Day PBIS 2015 Cohort 2 Day PBIS 2015 Cohort 1 Day PBIS 2015 Cohort 2 Day PBIS Overview...13 Page 2

3 Introduction The State Support Team Region 2 (SST 2) continues to provide high quality technical assistance and professional development, in order to assist districts in developing the capacity to fully implement research-based processes and educational practices that result in data based decisions. State Support Team Region 2 offers diverse opportunities for professional growth for all educators, families and agencies interested in the education of children. The professional development is linked to supporting access to a challenging, standards-based curriculum for all children. SST 2 also assists districts in complying with federal and state laws and regulations. The State Support Team will use data to determine the effectiveness at the local and regional level with the ultimate goal of improving achievement of all learners; including students with disabilities age 3 through 22. Credit Options: 1. Certificates of Attendance: A document of verification of participation will be issued upon completing the entire session. It is the responsibility of each participant to keep on file and submit documentation to their Local Professional Development Committee for CEU approval. The State Support Team Region 2 (SST 2) is not responsible for maintaining individual records of participation for attendees. Duplicate certificates will not be issued. This is each individual s responsibility. Certificates of attendance are issued to participants at no cost. 2. Graduate credit: The university offering credit establishes workshop requirements. Graduate credit may be earned upon the satisfactory completion of all requirements and payment of workshop credit fee to the university. Not all sessions are available as workshop graduate credit, only those where noted. Special points of interest: Location: Workshops, seminars, and courses, unless otherwise noted, will be held at the State Support Team Region 2, located at 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Lunch: Unless otherwise noted, lunch is on your own. A list of nearby restaurants and directions to the restaurants is available at each professional development session. Registration: Unless otherwise noted, participants will register for sessions in STARS. (Refer to page 4 for registration instructions.) Cancellation: If you must cancel, please cancel thru STARS, OCCRRA, or by calling Vicki at Ext State Support Team Region 2 Policy: SST Region 2 reserves the right to cancel any session that has less than 10 participants registered. If a session is cancelled you will be notified via STARS, OCCRRA or by . Weather Cancellation Policy: In the event SST Region 2 cancels an offering due to factors beyond our control (i.e., inclement weather, power outage, etc.) we will advertise the closing on Fox 8 TV station or you can log on to our website at or call the SST Region 2 for a recorded message at Page 3

4 To Register for a Session... Create a SAFE Account for STARS in 5 Easy Steps! 1. Go to 2. Select SAFE Sign Up button at the left of the page 3. Read the agreement and click on I agree at the bottom 4. Continue to follow the prompts on the screen 5. Write down your information for future reference. To Register in STARS 1. Go to 2. Click on the word SAFE at the top of the page 3. Enter your username & password 4. Select STARS V2.0 from the list 5. Select Event Search on the left of the page 6. Enter information in event search boxes 7. Click on the name of the event and then click Register for Event 8. Continue to follow the prompts on the screen. Create an OCCRRA Account in 5 Easy Steps! 1. Go to 2. Click on Create a Profile 3. Enter the information requested 4. Done! You will receive an containing your username and a link to create your password. 5. Write down your information for future reference. Register in the OCCRRA 1. Sign into your Registry account at 2. Select: Training Search 3. Go to Basic Search 4. Click on Show only Early Learning and Development Standards Modules 5. Select your county or counties 6. Search and find the date and location that is best for you Please be sure that your Registry profile has your current address, as additional training information may be shared before the training date. Reminder State Support Team Region 2 professional development sessions are always provided at no cost to the participants. While we are no longer able to register you for an event, we are more than happy to walk you through the registration process. Please ensure that your profile information in STARS and/or OCCRRA is accurate. We cannot make changes to your SAFE and/or OCCRRA account. Correct information in STARS and/or OCCRRA helps to ensure that you are registered for the event and that you can receive communication in case of an emergency or cancellation. The State Support Team Region 2 (SST 2) is not responsible for missing or inaccurate information in your account(s). Page 4

5 Book Studies Available... Design & Deliver, authored by Loui Lord Nelson Through the development of a Professional Learning Community focused on the critical elements of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), participants will develop a solid, thorough understanding of UDL so that they can develop effective lessons and identify the 3 main principles of UDL. Participants will also learn the guidelines of UDL and use the guidelines when developing lessons and selecting tools, resources, and strategies. Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant in collaboration with State Support Team 5 and OCALI Location: On-line Dates: Tuesdays, 9/16/ /2/2014 Time: 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Audience: Anyone interested in Universal Design for Learning or inclusive best practices. NOTE: Region 2 participants registered in STARS by 9/5/2014 will receive a complementary copy of Design & Deliver. Region 2 participants need to contact Jennifer Heim prior to the first session in order to receive their complementary copy. UDL Now! authored by Katie Novak Through the development of a Professional Learning Community focused on the critical elements of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), participants will be able to communicate the overall concept of UDL and the guidelines to students so that they can actively help design and implement the inclusive learning environment. Participants will also be able to develop choice assignments to assess student understanding of content standards, as well as teach vocabulary using student friendly, UDL based strategies to improve vocabulary and reading comprehension. Ultimately, participants will be able to prepare students for standardized tests without teaching to the test. Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant in collaboration with State Support Team 5 and OCALI Location: On-line Dates: Tuesdays, 2/10/2015 6/2/2015 Time: 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Audience: Anyone interested in Universal Design for Learning or inclusive best practices. NOTE: Region 2 participants registered in STARS by 2/2/2015 will receive a complementary copy of UDL Now! prior to the first session. Region 2 participants need to contact Jennifer Heim prior to the first session in order to receive their complementary copy. Page 5

6 Ohio s Early Learning and Development Standards Overview This overview explores the history of standards-based education, school readiness factors, and the linkage between standards and practice in early care and education settings. It will provide an overview of Ohio s Birth to Kindergarten Entry Early Learning and Development Standards and their purpose in early care and education environments. Additionally, the overview will address the structure of Ohio Early Learning and Development Standards and will provide an overview of each domain within the standards. Facilitators: Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning & School Readiness Coordinator and Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Date: 8/8/2014 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Audience: Early Childhood Educators and Early Childhood Administrators Register at Augmentative and Alternative Communication This 3-day training will provide information to assist SLP s and Intervention Specialists in supporting students with complex communication needs. A case study approach will be used. Participants should be actively supporting students with unmet communication needs as case studies will be shared by participants on the concluding day of the training. Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant Dates: 8/13/2014, 8/14/2014, and 12/3/2014 (Must attend all 3 sessions.) Time: 9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: Speech-Language Pathologists and Intervention Specialists Register by clicking Ohio Improvement Process (OIP) for Internal Facilitators and Building Principals To provide Internal Facilitators and Building principals with the knowledge and tools needed to support the OIP at all levels. Facilitators: Janet McGlugritch, SST 2 OIP Consultant & Patty Miller, SST 2 OIP Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 08/13/2014 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Audience: OIP Internal Facilitators and Building Principals Page 6

7 Kindergarten Readiness Assessment Teacher Training - Hybrid Model This training is for current kindergarten teachers who expect to return to their kindergarten positions in the school year. This training consists of a one-day in-person training followed by about 3 hours of online work. Topics covered will include the purpose of the assessment, the structure of the assessment, preparing for administration, using assessment technologies, scoring items, test security, administration for students with disabilities, administration for English Language Learners, reporting assessment results, communication with families about the assessment, and using assessment results. Teachers should consult with their building administers prior to registering for this training. Participants should bring a Wi-Fi enabled laptop or full-size tablet. Lunch will be on your own. Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Date: 8/15/2014 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Audience: Kindergarten Teachers Ohio s New Rules for Special Education: Shifting Focus from Minimum Standards to High Performance This presentation will provide information regarding the newly adopted special education rules, Operating Standards for Ohio Educational Agencies Serving Children with Disabilities. These new rules went into effect July 1, The Operating Standards serve as a framework for how special education services are to be delivered in order to create higher expectations for all students in a more inclusive environment. Facilitators: Tracy Lichtenfels, SST 2 Director and Cathy Bauer, Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Dates: 9/17/2014, 10/10/2014 or 11/21/2014 (Choose one date) Time: 9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Audience: Intervention Specialists, Related Services Personnel, Administrators, School Psychologists, Early Childhood Providers, General Education Teachers, Parents Ohio's New Operating Standards and Impact on Transition Planning We will review the new Operating Standards and discuss their effect on transition planning in light of Ohio s results-driven accountability. Kari Foreman, SST 2 Post Secondary Transition Consultant Date: 8/28/2014 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Audience: Open to all transition stakeholders (Transition Coordinators/Intervention Specialists/ regarding transition planning and process) Page SST 27 Professional Development Brochure Page 7

8 Transition Think Tank Bring your most difficult plans, questions and concerns to the Think Tank! We will work together to coach, guide and support you in working through the transition process to develop rich, meaningful plans. Kari Foreman, SST 2 Post Secondary Transition Consultant Date: 8/28/2014 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Audience: Case managers & transition coordinators responsible for writing secondary transition plans Ohio s New Early Learning Assessment PreK classroom teachers in Ohio Department of Education licensed Preschool programs will be trained in Ohio s new Early Learning Assessment that is replacing the use of Get It! Got It! Go! Facilitators: Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning & School Readiness Coordinator and Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 9/3/2014 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Audience: Early Childhood Educators and Administrators in ODE licensed programs Register at Instructional Practices Using Ohio s Academic Content Standards-Extended The Ohio Academic Content Standards - Extended (OACS-E) are also commonly known as the extended standards." These standards help to ensure that students with significant cognitive disabilities are provided with multiple ways to learn and demonstrate knowledge. At the same time, the extended standards are designed to maintain the rigor and high expectations of Ohio s New Learning Standards. This multi-day professional development opportunity will offer in-depth instruction for teachers of students with significant cognitive disabilities. Participants will: -Analyze the relationship between the Common Core, the OACS-E and the new Alternate Assessment for Students with Cognitive Disabilities; -Determine strategies to provide instructional content and response modes; -Develop themes or units based on the OACS-E for instructional use in the classroom. Facilitators: Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant and Barb Conrad, Consultant Dates: 9/4/2014 and 9/5/2014 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: Intervention Specialists, Related Service Personnel, Administrators Page 8

9 Breakfast with Directors Meetings with Special Education Directors, Coordinators or their district designee. The purpose of the meeting is to provide updates and information pertaining to hot topics in special education in a relaxed collaborative manner. Breakfast and materials will be provide at no cost to attendees. Preregistration is required due to limited # of seats. Tracy Lichtenfels, SST 2 Director (Except 9/5/2014) 9/5/2014 session will be held at Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation, 913 North Lake Street, Amherst, OH Dates: Friday 09/05/2014, 11/07/2014, 1/9/2015, 3/6/2015, and 05/8/2015 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 10: 30 a.m. Audience: Special Education Directors, Coordinators or their district designee. Attendance is by invitation only. ELDS Module Level 2: Cognition and General Knowledge- Science - 36 Months to Kindergarten Entry This module is an introduction to cognitive development in the sub-domain of Science during the preschool years, ages 3 to 5, and aligned to the Early Learning and Development Standards in the Cognition and General Knowledge domain. This level II training is for direct service early childhood teachers and professionals to introduce and explore the ELDS content, and offer teaching strategies for supporting development in this sub-domain. It includes the use of the curriculum planning cycle. Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Location: Erie County Board of DD, 4405 Galloway Road, Sandusky, OH Dates: 9/8/2014 & 10/24/2014 (Must attend both sessions) Time: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Audience: Direct service Early Childhood Educators and professionals Register at ELDS Module Level 2: Cognition and General Knowledge- Social Studies - 36 Months to Kindergarten Entry This module is an introduction to cognitive development in the sub-domain of Social Studies during the preschool years, ages 3 to 5, and aligned to the Early Learning and Development Standards in the Cognition and General Knowledge domain. This level II training is for direct service early childhood teachers and professionals to introduce and explore the ELDS content, and offer teaching strategies for supporting development in this sub-domain. It includes the use of the curriculum planning cycle. Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Location: Erie County Board of DD, 4405 Galloway Road, Sandusky, OH Dates: 9/8/2014 & 10/24/2014 (Must attend both sessions) Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Audience: Direct service Early Childhood Educators and professionals Register at Page SST 29 Professional Development Brochure Page 9

10 Regional Transition Council Meeting Quarterly meetings to provide transition updates. Kari Foreman, SST 2 Post Secondary Transition Consultant Dates: 9/11/2014, 11/13/2014, 1/8/2015, 3/12/2015, 5/7/2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Audience: Erie, Huron and Lorain County Transition Coordinators Ohio s New Early Learning Assessment PreK classroom teachers in Ohio Department of Education licensed Preschool programs will be trained in Ohio s new Early Learning Assessment that is replacing the use of Get It! Got It! Go! Facilitators: Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning & School Readiness Coordinator and Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 9/12/2014 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Audience: Early Childhood Educators and Administrators in ODE licensed programs Register at Ohio s New Early Learning Assessment PreK classroom teachers in Ohio Department of Education licensed Preschool programs will be trained in Ohio s new Early Learning Assessment that is replacing the use of Get It! Got It! Go! Facilitators: Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning & School Readiness Coordinator and Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 9/12/2014 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Audience: Early Childhood Educators and Administrators in ODE licensed programs Register at SST 2 PD Brochure is available on the SST 2 website. Page 10

11 This PD will also be offered in an online format HQT for Moderate to Intensive Intervention Specialists ELA At the beginning of the school year, intervention specialists of students with disabilities eligible for the Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disability (AASCD) in grades 7-12 are required to meet increased highly qualified teacher (HQT) requirements by completing professional development for each core content area that they are the teacher of record. This blended PD session will provide 45 content hours in ELA through face-to-face sessions as well as online participation. Facilitators: Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant and Angie Chapple-Wang, SST 3 Consultant Locations: SST 2, Conference Room A, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, Ohio and SST 3, 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., Independence, OH Dates: 9/16/2014 (SST 3), 10/7/2014 (SST 2), & 10/28/2014 (SST 3) Time: 9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: Intervention Specialist who serve students with significant cognitive disabilities that are alternately assessed. Any grade level Intervention Specialist can attend but the series will be geared towards Grades 7-12 Leadership Academy for New Administrators Responsible for Federal Programs Locations: Dates: Time: Audience: This series is designed for all central office and building administrators new to working with the many facets of Federal Programs (i.e., Special Education, Title III, Section 504). Topics to be covered during the series include, but are not limited to, District Special Education Determinations by ODE; ETRs and IEPs; transportation; Ohio s Dispute Resolution Processes; Section 504; EMIS; LRE; athletics & special education; discipline including suspensions and expulsions; bullying; Limited English Proficient; and Gifted. Materials will be provided at no cost to the participants. Tracy Lichtenfels, SST 2 Director and Guest Speakers Mercy Health & Recreation Multi-purpose Room, Hollstein Drive, Amherst, OH or Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation, 913 North Lake Street, Amherst, OH /18/2014 (Mercy), 11/20/2014 (Mercy) & 12/9/2014 (Amherst Beaver Creek) Additional dates to be announced. 10: 30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Central Office and Building Administrators new to working with the many facets of Federal Programs (i.e., Special Education, Title III, Section 504, etc.) Page SST 211 Professional Development Brochure Page 11

12 Transition Boot Camp New to the transition process? This is the program for you! This will be a day packed with practical, hands-on activities regarding the entire transition process. You will leave with an understanding of transition and writing rich and compliant, meaningful plans. Kari Foreman, SST 2 Post Secondary Transition Consultant Date: 9/19/2014 Time: 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Audience: New Intervention Specialists or anyone interested in a refresher course on writing rich, meaningful and compliant transition plans Ohio s New Early Learning Assessment PreK classroom teachers in Ohio Department of Education licensed Preschool programs will be trained in Ohio s new Early Learning Assessment that is replacing the use of Get It! Got It! Go! Facilitators: Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning & School Readiness Coordinator and Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 9/19/2014 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Audience: Early Childhood Educators and Administrators in ODE licensed programs Register at Ohio s New Early Learning Assessment PreK classroom teachers in Ohio Department of Education licensed Preschool programs will be trained in Ohio s new Early Learning Assessment that is replacing the use of Get It! Got It! Go! Facilitators: Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning & School Readiness Coordinator and Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, Ohio Date: 9/19/2014 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Audience: Early Childhood Educators and Administrators in ODE licensed programs Register at Page 12

13 Kindergarten Readiness Assessment Teacher Training - Hybrid Model This training is for current kindergarten teachers who expect to return to their kindergarten positions in the school year. This training consists of a one-day in-person training followed by about 3 hours of online work. Topics covered will include the purpose of the assessment, the structure of the assessment, preparing for administration, using assessment technologies, scoring items, test security, administration for students with disabilities, administration for English Language Learners, reporting assessment results, communication with families about the assessment, and using assessment results. Teachers should consult with their building administers prior to registering for this training. Bring a Wi-Fi enabled laptop or full-size tablet. Lunch will be on your own. Cathy Bauer, Consultant Date: 9/12/2014 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Audience: Kindergarten Teachers Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Overview This half-day overview is intended to provide general information about the PBIS framework and will highlight the relationship between PBIS and the Ohio Improvement Process (OIP). Attendees will also learn about the stages of Implementation: planning, implementing, and assessing the effectiveness of PBIS using the 5-step process. Topics will include Behavioral Data Collection, Developing and Teaching School-wide Behavioral Expectations, Reinforcing Positive Behaviors and Responding to Negative Behaviors. Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Community Engagement Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 9/23/2014 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Audience: Superintendents, Principals, Central Office Administration, & Behavioral Teams who are interested in learning more about the PBIS Framework Early Childhood Task Force Early Childhood Task Force convenes in order to join early childhood colleagues for quarterly networking, updates and professional development opportunities. The taskforce is intended for preschool special education administrators and supervisors and any other Early Childhood administrator that needs information, updates and discussions based on topics that will assist in educating young children in Region 2. Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning and School Readiness Coordinator Dates: 9/23/2014, 12/2/2014, 3/3/2015, 5/5/2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Audience: Early Childhood Program Supervisors Page SST 213 Professional Development Brochure Page 13

14 Please Note Change of Date SST 2 Quarterly Regional Meeting - Digging Deeper with Dr. Brian McNulty Dr. McNulty is well known as both a researcher and a keynote speaker. His primary work has focused on long term intensive partnerships with schools, districts, state education agencies and educational service agencies in applying the current research to field based problems. His recent research has focused on developing continuous improvement frame works based on data and inquiry. Dr. McNulty will be presenting on Teacher Based Teams and Building Leadership Teams and the use of meeting protocols to frame decisions based on student data. He has worked closely to assist the state in the development of the Ohio Improvement Process. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided to the participants at no cost. Facilitators: Janet McGlugritch, SST 2 OIP Consultant; Patty Miller, SST 2 OIP Consultant & Tracy Lichtenfels, SST 2 Director Location: Kalahari Resorts & Convention Center, 7000 Kalahari Drive, Sandusky, OH Date: 6/2/2015 Please note DATE CHANGE! Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Audience: Teachers, Intervention Specialists, Administrators, Related Services Personnel. For guests who wish to stay the night before or after the presentation, a special rate of $ per room has been secured (if hotel room is booked by 8/24/2014). Included in this rate are 4 passes to the Kalahari Waterpark. ( Page 14

15 ELL Assessment Vendor Fair According to the Guidelines for the Identification and Assessment of Limited English Proficient Students/English Language Learners Document published by The Ohio Department of Education, For the initial identification of ELL/LEP students, a standardized English language proficiency test must be used. This Vendor Fair has been designed to enable anyone interested in learning which tool would be most appropriate to identify the English skill levels of ELL students. Vendors will be present to share their tools and answer any questions which you may have regarding these ELL assessments. This event is open to anyone interested in this information for grades PreK-12. Lunch will be provided by Aaron Hartman, Sales Representative from CTB/McGraw-Hill. Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Date: 9/26/2014 Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Audience: Open to anyone interested in learning more about assessment tools to identify the English skill levels of ELL students Ohio s Early Learning and Development Standards Overview This overview explores the history of standards-based education, school readiness factors, and the linkage between standards and practice in early care and education settings. It will provide an overview of Ohio s Birth to Kindergarten Entry Early Learning and Development Standards and their purpose in early care and education environments. Additionally, the overview will address the structure of Ohio Early Learning and Development Standards and will provide an overview of each domain within the standards. Facilitators: Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning & School Readiness Coordinator Location: Erie County Board of DDS, 4405 Galloway Road, Sandusky, OH Date: 9/26/2014 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Audience: Early Childhood Educators and Early Childhood Administrators Register at Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) 2015 Cohort 1, Day 1 This professional development is intended for NEW district or school teams that wish to begin the process of implementing the PBIS framework in their district or school. Day 1 training topics will include an overview of the PBIS framework, developing and teaching school-wide expectations, and reinforcing positive behaviors. Teams will then take these ideas and begin designing their school behavior matrix before returning for the 2015 Cohort 1, Day 2 PBIS training. Time will be allotted for teams to discuss ideas with other teams in the cohort to begin a community of practice around PBIS. Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Community Engagement Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 10/2/2014 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:00 a.m.) Audience: New School Teams, New District Teams, Teams from ESCs Page 15

16 OIP Regional Meetings Monthly meetings to assist in the implementation of the 5-step processes leading to increased student achievement. Janet McGlugritch, SST 2 OIP Consultant & Patty Miller, SST 2 OIP Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Dates: 10/7/2014, 11/4/2014, 01/06/2015, 03/03/2015, 04/07/2015, 05/05/2015 Time: 12:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Audience: Any school personnel that incorporate the 5-step process in their DLT/BLT/TBT meetings Autism and Low Incidence Disability Parent Support Network Meeting Parents and families of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and low incidence disabilities meet to share information and develop strategies to support their students. Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant Dates: 10/8/2014, 1/15/2015, and 3/18/2015 Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Audience: Parents and families of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and low incidence disabilities Age Appropriate Transition Assessments: Where Do I Begin? We will research a variety of formal and informal transition assessments and consider research-based and evidence based assessments to best provide the information needed for deep and meaningful planning for students with disabilities. Kari Foreman, SST 2 Post Secondary Transition Consultant Date: 10/9/2014 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Audience: Intervention Specialists, Transition Coordinators, Special Education Coordinators, and Special Education Supervisors SST Page 216 Professional Development Brochure Page 16

17 EXPECT SUCCESS! Understanding and Supporting Behavioral Challenges that Impact Learning, Social Competence, and Academic Progress Behavioral Challenges occur on a continuum and include those that prevent a student from participating in educational opportunities, limit social interaction or interfere with academic progress. These behaviors could be those that are disruptive and dangerous, however, concerning behaviors also include those that are passive, such as the student that does not participate or does not complete academic assignments. State Support Teams Region 2 and 3 and the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI) are providing a series of four workshops (October 2014-February 2015) that will build participants knowledge and skills to be able to examine behavioral situations that challenge learning and create a proactive plan for intervention. The resulting plan is an extension of current interventions and building-wide support for those students that require more individualization. The process begins with an expanded functional behavior assessment that includes examining factors and underlying issues that may trigger or reinforce the challenging behaviors. During the workshop, participants will also have an opportunity to review a variety of evidence-based strategies that address issues that lead to challenging behaviors. Examples and case studies will be used to demonstrate the concepts and process. Facilitators: Denise Swan-Caruso, Consultant OCALI; Chris Filler, Consultant OCALI; Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Engagement Consultant; and Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology and Low Incidence Consultant Locations: SST 2, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH and SST 3, Essex Place, 6393 Oak Tree Blvd. S., Independence, OH (Teams will be notified of dates and corresponding locations upon acceptance) Dates: 10/8/2014, 11/3/2014, 12/10/2014, and 2/4/2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: Intervention Specialists, Related Service Personnel, Paraprofessionals, Administrators This series will be attended by school teams chosen through an application process. Applications will be available beginning in June 2014 and due on September 12, 2014.Teams will be notified of their acceptance on September 17, 2014 SST 2 Spring PD Brochure Will be available late fall Page 17

18 Ohio s Early Learning and Development Standards Overview This overview explores the history of standards-based education, school readiness factors, and the linkage between standards and practice in early care and education settings. It will provide an overview of Ohio s Birth to Kindergarten Entry Early Learning and Development Standards and their purpose in early care and education environments. Additionally, the overview will address the structure of Ohio Early Learning and Development Standards and will provide an overview of each domain within the standards. Facilitators: Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning & School Readiness Coordinator and Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Date: 10/17/14 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Audience: Early Childhood Educators and Early Childhood Administrators Register at Step Up To Quality Work Session This work session is designed to assist school district preschool programs with the preparation and completion of tasks associated with Ohio s Step Up To Quality requirements. Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning & School Readiness Coordinator Date: 10/20/14 Time: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Audience: School District or ESC Early Childhood Administrators/Supervisors Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) 2015 Cohort 2, Day 1 This professional development is intended for NEW district or school teams that wish to begin the process of implementing the PBIS framework in their district or school. Day 1 training topics will include an overview of the PBIS framework, developing and teaching school-wide expectations, and reinforcing positive behaviors. Teams will then take these ideas and begin designing their school behavior matrix before returning for the 2015 Cohort 2, Day 2 PBIS training. Time will be allotted for teams to discuss ideas with other teams in the cohort to begin a community of practice around PBIS. Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Community Engagement Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 11/4/2014 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:00 a.m.) Audience: New School Teams, New District Teams, Teams from ESCs (This training is NOT for teams that participated in the 2015 PBIS Cohort 1, Day 1 training.) SST Page 218 Professional Development Brochure Page 18

19 This PD will also be offered in an online format HQT for Moderate to Intensive Intervention Specialists Math At the beginning of the school year, intervention specialists of students with disabilities eligible for the Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disability (AASCD) in grades 7-12 are required to meet increased highly qualified teacher (HQT) requirements by completing professional development for each core content area that they are the teacher of record. This blended PD session will provide 45 content hours in Math through face-to-face sessions as well as online participation. Facilitators: Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low incidence Consultant and Angie Chapple-Wang, SST 3 Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room A, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, Ohio and SST 3, 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., Independence, OH Dates: 11/12/2014 (SST 3), 12/2/2014 (SST 2), & 12/16/2014 (SST 3) Time: 9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: Intervention Specialists who serve students with significant cognitive disabilities that are alternately assessed. Any grade level Intervention Specialist can attend but the series will be geared towards Grades 7-12 Ohio s Early Learning and Development Standards Overview This overview explores the history of standards-based education, school readiness factors, and the linkage between standards and practice in early care and education settings. It will provide an overview of Ohio s Birth to Kindergarten Entry Early Learning and Development Standards and their purpose in early care and education environments. Additionally, the overview will address the structure of Ohio Early Learning and Development Standards and will provide an overview of each domain within the standards. Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning & School Readiness Coordinator Date: 11/14/2014 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Audience: Early Childhood Educators and Early Childhood Administrators Register at Page 19

20 ELDS Module Level 2: Cognition and General Knowledge- Mathematics, 36 Months to Kindergarten Entry This module is an introduction to cognitive development in the sub-domain of Mathematics during the preschool years, ages 3 to 5, and aligned to the Early Learning and Development Standards in the Cognition and General Knowledge domain. This level II training is for direct service early childhood teachers and professionals to introduce and explore the ELDS content, and offer teaching strategies for supporting development in this sub-domain. It includes the use of the curriculum planning cycle. Location: Dates: Time: Audience: Jackie Plantner, SST 2 Early Learning & School Readiness Consultant SST 2, Conference Room A, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH 11/19/14 & 12/12/14 (Must attend both sessions) 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Direct service Early Childhood Educators and professionals Register at ELDS Module Level 2: Cognition and General Knowledge- Science, 36 Months to Kindergarten Entry This module is an introduction to cognitive development in the sub-domain of Science during the preschool years, ages 3 to 5, and aligned to the Early Learning and Development Standards in the Cognition and General Knowledge domain. This level II training is for direct service early childhood teachers and professionals to introduce and explore the ELDS content, and offer teaching strategies for supporting development in this sub-domain. It includes the use of the curriculum planning cycle. Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Dates: 11/19/2014 & 12/12/2014 (Must attend both sessions) Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Audience: Direct service Early Childhood Educators and professionals Register at SST Page 220 Professional Development Brochure Page 20

21 Refining Your Practice: Curriculum Mapping and Assessment Techniques Day 1 Curriculum Mapping: All educators should be familiar with what a student learns from Kindergarten through ages to ensure that students can leave public education with the knowledge, skills and tools for life after school. Teachers of students with low incidence and significant cognitive disabilities are often challenged to meet the demands of learners with a wide range of skills and needs. These same teachers often teach students with a 3-5 year range of grade levels across all subject areas. With all of these guidelines in mind, very specific planning is required in preparation for teaching students who qualify to take the Alternate Assessment. This training is designed to assist teachers in building a scope and sequence for yearly content coverage using Ohio s Academic Content Standards (OACS) and Extended Standards (OACS-E) with embedded transition standards and skills. Day 2 Assessment: This presentation provides a detailed overview on how assessments drive instruction for learners with LI/SCD. Samples will include assessment types and supports for access, including assistive technology. Participants will be challenged to analyze when and how they are assessing throughout the school day. Assessments should be aligned to and measure student knowledge of grade level standards, functional skill standards and IEP goals and objectives. Strategies will be share to expand assessments to show growth in learning for each student. Facilitators: Shawna Benson, Director Center for Teaching Diverse Learners, OCALI and Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant Dates: 12/4/2014 and 12/11/2014 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: Intervention Specialists, Related Service Personnel, Administrators SST 2 Quarterly Regional Meeting: Co-Teaching with Dr. Lisa Dieker Note the Date Change Dr. Lisa Dieker, professor of exceptional education at the University of Central Florida, has produced 5 books and two national videos focused on effective strategies for inclusion and co-teaching. Her co-taught lesson plan book continues to be one of the best sellers for use by practitioners throughout the United States. She has published numerous articles focused on interdisciplinary collaboration. Dr. Dieker shares practical ideas for educators regarding Co-Teaching and Dancing the Dance. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided to the participants at no cost. Tracy Lichtenfels, SST 2 Director Location: Kalahari Resorts & Convention Center, 7000 Kalahari Drive, Sandusky, OH Dates: 12/16/2014 & 12/17/2014 PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE! Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Audience: Teachers, Intervention Specialists, Administrators, Related Services Personnel, Paraprofessionals. For guests who wish to stay the night December 14th, 15th or 16th, a special rate of $99.00 per room has been secured (if hotel room is booked by 11/14/2014 ). Included in this cost are 4 passes to the Kalahari Waterpark. ( Page 21

22 This PD will also be offered in an online format HQT for Moderate to Intensive Intervention Specialists Science At the beginning of the school year, intervention specialists of students with disabilities eligible for the Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disability (AASCD) in grades 7-12 are required to meet increased highly qualified teacher (HQT) requirements by completing professional development for each core content area that they are the teacher of record. This blended PD session will provide 45 content hours in Science through face-to-face sessions as well as online participation. Facilitators: Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant and Angie Chapple-Wang, SST 3 Consultant Locations: SST 2, Conference Room A, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH and SST 3, 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., Independence, OH Dates: 1/13/2015 (SST 3), 2/3/2015 (SST 2) & 2/24/2015 (SST 3) Time: 9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: Intervention Specialists who serve students with significant cognitive disabilities that are alternately assessed. Any grade level Intervention Specialist can attend but the series will be geared towards Grades 7-12 Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (AASCD) for new test administrators and second raters This training is mandatory for any educator who will be administering or second rating the AASCD in 2015 who has not previously attended this training. Facilitators: Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant; Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Community Engagement Consultant; and Barb Conrad, Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 1/8/2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: Those who will serve as new test administrators or second raters during the 2015 administration of the AASCD SST Page 222 Professional Development Brochure Page 22

23 Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (AASCD) for new test administrators and second raters This training is mandatory for any educator who will be administering or second rating the AASCD in 2015 who has not previously attended this training. Facilitators: Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant; Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Community Engagement Consultant; and Barb Conrad, Consultant Location: Fisher-Titus Learning Center at Norwalk High School, 350 Shady Lane, Norwalk, OH Date: 1/9/2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: Those who will serve as new test administrators or second raters during the 2015 administration of the AASCD Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (AASCD) Refresher Training This half-day training is mandatory for any educator who has been previously trained to administer the AASCD and will be administering or second rating the AASCD again in Facilitators: Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant; Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Community Engagement Consultant; and Barb Conrad, Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 1/13/15 Times: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Choose only one session) Audience: Educators who have been previously trained to administered the AASCD and will be administering or second rating the AASCD again in 2015 Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (AASCD) Refresher Training This half-day training is mandatory for any educator who has been previously trained to administer the AASCD and will be administering or second rating the AASCD again in Facilitators: Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant; Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Community Engagement Consultant; and Barb Conrad, Consultant Location: Fisher-Titus Learning Center at Norwalk High School, 350 Shady Lane, Norwalk, OH Date: 1/14/15 Times: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Choose only one session) Audience: Educators who have been previously trained to administered the AASCD and will be administering or second rating the AASCD again in 2015 Page 23

24 Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (AASCD) Refresher Training This half-day training is mandatory for any educator who has been previously trained to administer the AASCD and will be administering or second rating the AASCD again in Facilitators: Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant; Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Community Engagement Consultant; and Barb Conrad, Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 1/21/15 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Audience: Educators who have been previously trained to administered the AASCD and will be administering or second rating the AASCD again in 2015 Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (AASCD) Refresher Training This half-day training is mandatory for any educator who has been previously trained to administer the AASCD and will be administering or second rating the AASCD again in Facilitators: Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant; Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Community Engagement Consultant; and Barb Conrad, Consultant Location: Fisher-Titus Learning Center at Norwalk High School, 350 Shady Lane, Norwalk, OH Date: 1/22/15 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Audience: Educators who have been previously trained to administered the AASCD and will be administering or second rating the AASCD again in 2015 Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) 2015 Cohort 1, Day 2 This professional development session is intended for district or school teams that participated in the 2015 PBIS Cohort 1, Day 1 Training on October 2, Day 2 training topics will include encouraging and acknowledging desired behaviors, responding to negative behaviors, and collecting and utilizing behavioral data for data-based decision making. At the conclusion of this training, teams will begin to plan the actual implementation of PBIS in their district or building. Time will be allotted for teams to discuss ideas with other teams in the cohort to begin a community of practice around PBIS. Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Community Engagement Consultant Date: 1/28/2015 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:00 a.m.) Audience: School Teams, District Teams, Teams from ESCs who completed the Cohort 1 Day 1 Training on October 2, 2014 SST Page 224 Professional Development Brochure Page 24

25 SST 2 Quarterly Regional Meeting: Meeting the Needs of Struggling Writers with Dr. Maria Sargent Save the DATE Do you have students who struggle with writing spontaneous material? Are unable to copy material? Struggle with spelling? Or who struggle with other fine motor tasks in as they relate to writing? Come join us as we look at ways to address the needs of students who struggle to put their thoughts to paper. This session goes beyond the conventions of writing and addresses the neurologic functions that help support students in writing for academic and social purposes. Facilitators: Nancy Osko, SST 2 Early Literacy Consultant Location: Kalahari Resorts & Convention Center, 7000 Kalahari Drive, Sandusky, OH Date: 2/20/2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: School Psychologists, Intervention Specialists, Classroom teachers, Paraprofessionals, OTs, PTs, SLPs, administrators, educators trained in Wilson, and parents For guests who wish to stay the night special rates have been secured. The cost for the 19th is $ per room and the cost for the 20th is $ per room (if hotel room is booked by 1/20/2015). Included in these rates are 4 passes to the Kalahari Waterpark. ( Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) 2015 Cohort 2, Day 2 This professional development session is intended for district or school teams that participated in the 2015 PBIS Cohort 2, Day 1 Training on November 4, Day 2 training topics will include encouraging and acknowledging desired behaviors, responding to negative behaviors, and collecting and utilizing behavioral data for data-based decision making. At the conclusion of this training, teams will begin to plan the actual implementation of PBIS in their district or building. Time will be allotted for teams to discuss ideas with other teams in the cohort to begin a community of practice around PBIS. Darren Conley, SST 2 PBIS and Family & Community Engagement Consultant Date: 2/25/2015 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:00) Audience: School Teams, District Teams, Teams from ESCs who completed the Cohort 2, Day 1 Training on November 4, 2014 Page 25

26 offered offered This PD will also be offered in an online format HQT for Moderate to Intensive Intervention Specialists Social Studies At the beginning of the school year, intervention specialists of students with disabilities eligible for the Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disability (AASCD) in grades 7-12 are required to meet increased highly qualified teacher (HQT) requirements by completing professional development for each core content area that they are the teacher of record. This blended PD session will provide 45 content hours in Social Studies through face-to-face sessions as well as online participation. Facilitators: Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant and Angie Chapple-Wang, SST 3 Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room A, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH and SST 3, 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., Independence, OH Dates: 3/17/2015 (SST 3), 4/14/2015 (SST 2) & 5/5/2015 (SST 3) Time: 9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: Intervention Specialist who serve students with significant cognitive disabilities that are alternately assessed. Any grade level Intervention Specialist can attend but the series will be geared towards Grades 7-12 Assistive Technology Vendor Fair This multi-region event provides attendees with an opportunity to become familiar with assistive technology options regarding writing, reading, math, communication, vision, and hearing by interacting with and attending vendor presentations. Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant Location: Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Drive West, Huron, OH Date: 4/21/2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Audience: Intervention Specialists, Content Specialists, Related Service Personnel, Administrators, Parents SST Page 226 Professional Development Brochure Page 26

27 Balanced Literacy Students with significant physical and cognitive needs can attain life-long literacy skills with the correct instruction and tools. Providing balanced literacy instruction requires layered planning, standard selection (OACS/OACS-E), ongoing assessments, Assistive Technology and strategies that allow students to actively engage and participate in literacy activities no matter how complex their needs. Review the domains of balanced literacy, planning practices and receive an overview of strategies and tools. The focus of this professional development opportunity is to develop further understanding of balanced literacy to include a variety of specific teaching strategies and assistive technology tools for students with significant needs as well as embedding strategies and tools into a tiered plan to support diverse learners during implementation. Facilitators: Shawna Benson, Program Director-Center for Teaching Diverse Learners, OCALI and Jennifer Heim, SST 2 Autism, Assistive Technology & Low Incidence Consultant Location: SST 2, Conference Room A & B, 1885 Lake Avenue, Elyria, OH Date: 5/20/2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Audience: Intervention Specialists, Related Service Personnel, Administrators State Support Teams (SSTs) Regional Map Revised Page 27