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January 28, 2025 (9:00 am - 3:00 pm): This session is designed for district dyslexia leadership with in Region 10 ESC. We will cover the definition and impact of dyslexia for students K-12. Participants will gain information on the identification, remediation and accommodations for students with dyslexia and the resources and tools to support them as indicated through the guidance of the State Dyslexia Handbook Updated 2024. Participants will develop a personal relationship with staff from Region 10 and have an understanding of our support role through sessions, correspondence and district trainings.

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January 29, 2025 (8:30 am - 3:30 pm): The full day session intended for PTs, PTAs and others who recommend and train students and campus staff in the use of mobility equipment in the school setting. The agenda will include multiple one hour sessions covering a wide range of topics related to mobility equipment. Specific session descriptions will be provided prior to the session. Participants will be provided the opportunity to explore a variety of adaptive equipment options during a hand-on session.

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February 6, 2025 (9:00 am - 12:00 pm): The ARD committee must consider whether a Functional Vocational Evaluation (FVE) is appropriate to develop the student's transition plan for employment. This session will provide educators with tools and resources available to complete an FVE.

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February 6, 2025 (9:00 am - 4:00 pm): The School Safety Blueprint Training offers practical strategies for dealing with dangerous situations, reducing risks associated with targeted school violence, and meeting the mental health needs of students. This one-day interactive workshop will guide participants navigating the complex web of federal and state laws that apply in response to dangerous situations created by students with disabilities and students who may be suspected of having a disability, as well as legally defensible strategies for responding to victims of school violence, and practical guidance for serving students who may engage in targeted violence.

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Region 10 is excited to announce that we now have on-demand courses for the GORT-5 and CTOPP assessments! These courses are manual reviews that are designed to assist assessment staff.

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Click here to enroll in the CTOPP

On Texas SPED Support, there is now a document to assist educators with navigating developmental delay procedures. You will receive information about identifying and determining eligibility for special education and related services for children with a developmental delay (DD).

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The National Technical Assistance Center on Transition has released a List of Predictors of Post School Success. Each list item is linked to a list of effective practices that align with it.

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Don't miss out on this opportunity to join special educators from around the state for this free virtual conference. Topics will include child find, evaluation, admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) supports, transition, and early childhood special education (ECSE). Registration opens on February 7th, 2025.

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Check out the full list of our Early Childhood Special Education Professional Development options!

Questions? Contact:

• Andrea Mitchell
• Andrea Webb
• Colette Thrailkill
• Kim Boyd

ECSE PD 24-25

Check out the full list of our Transition Professional Development options!

Questions? Contact:

• Amy Reeves

Transition PD 24-25

Check out the full list of our Dyslexia Professional Development options!

Questions? Contact:

• Amie Davenport

Dyslexia PD 24-25

Check out the full list of offerings from Mental and Behavioral Health!

Questions? Contact:

• Jennifer Farley

Mental & Behavioral Health Offerings 2024-2025

Did you know that training with follow-up coaching support is available from Region 10 ESC on a variety of topics to support educators? Attend training and receive follow-up coaching support on topics such as standards-based IEP development, evidence-based practices for students with autism, active learning for students with sensory impairments, writing post-secondary goals, supporting students with significant cognitive disabilities, multi-tiered system of supports, and more! Training will give you the base knowledge and follow-up support really helps put the skills into action with your students! Contact our Special Populations Department to learn more about training and coaching opportunities available throughout the summer and into next school year.

Do you have a technical assistance request that requires a call or web chat? Please complete the form below to request technical assistance and/or professional development(PD) from the Region 10 Special Populations team. A team member will be in touch with you soon following the submission of your request.

Email: special.pops@region10.org
Website: https://www.region10.org/programs/special-education-services/overview/
Location: 904 Abrams Road, Richardson, TX, USA
Phone: 972-348-1700