Professional Learning and Events Calendar
March 2023
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Unpacking Specific Learning Disability (SLD) in line with Ohio’s Plan-“Each Child Means Each Child & Connection to the Dyslexia Law” Two Part Training Series
Unpacking Specific Learning Disability (SLD) in line with Ohio’s Plan-“Each Child Means Each Child & Connection to the Dyslexia Law” Two Part Training Series
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March 1, 2023*Second part of pd, you must have attended the first session to join.*
Description: District/school leaders and educational teams will explore & unpack SLD legislation, myths/facts, policies & procedures, practices, & access (equity) when conducting SLD evaluations. Participants will also connect SLD evaluation practices with Dyslexia Law requirements.
Objectives:
- Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the legislative requirements for Specific Learning Disability (SLD)
- Participants will unpack myths and facts relating to identification practices (throughout the training)
- Participants will leverage Ohio’s Plan Each Child Means Each Child to explore issues of equity relating to identification practices
- Considerations for SLD identification for students who present with competing concerns (g., twice exceptional, mental health, dyslexia profile, etc.)
- Participants will engage in community of practice activities with other colleagues around local control (district/school), policies & procedures for identification
Recommended Audience:
Educators in leadership roles such as:
- curriculum directors
- special education directors/administrators
- building administrators
- related services providers
- school psychologists
- coaches
- teacher leaders
* It is highly encouraged that participants attend as teams, and teams should include at least 1 individual who has decision-making capacity within the school or district.
Location: Virtual
Will the Zoom session be recorded and shared? No
VirtualEd Steps Q&A Session Open to any Cohort DistrictEd Steps Q&A Session Open to any Cohort District
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March 1, 2023Category: School Improvement
Description: This session will give district personnel an opportunity to ask any questions regarding the One Needs Assessment, the EdSteps process (including goal, strategy, action step and measures development) and provide information on what is features are currently active and those that will be coming.
Objectives: Objectives are identified through participant questions
Recommended Audience: DLT and BLT members, principals, central office staff
Event Location: Virtual
Will the Teams session be recorded and shared? No
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SST13 Regional PBIS Recognition Celebration
SST13 Regional PBIS Recognition Celebration
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March 2, 2023SST13 Regional PBIS Recognition Celebration
Description: This session will be an opportunity to celebrate Hamilton, Clermont, Butler, and Warren Bronze, Silver, Gold, and District award winners of the 2022 Ohio PBIS Recognition System.
It will also provide participants with the opportunity to network with others around PBIS practices and implementation.
Objectives:
- Participants will have the opportunity to network with PBIS colleagues in the region
- Participants will hear about and ask questions to PBIS practices in Bronze, Silver, and Gold Award winning buildings in the region.
Recommended Audience: Ohio PBIS team award winners, as well as district and building PBIS coaches, administrators, team members
Location: Hamilton County ESC
HCESC Conference Center11083 Hamilton AveCincinnati, OH 45231(513) 671-4200 -
PBIS Tier 2 Leadership Networking Sessions
PBIS Tier 2 Leadership Networking Sessions
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March 7, 2023Description: These sessions are designed for Tier 2 team members to network and learn updates around Tier 2 implementation.
Objectives: Participants will:
- Learn about updates, tools and resources
- Network with and learn from other Tier 2 team members around Tier 2 implementation
- Gain deeper knowledge and understanding of specific topics within Tier 2
Recommended Audience: PBIS Tier 2 team members, coaches, and administrators
Face to Face? No
Zoom Link: Will appear in registration confirmation.
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Implementing Effective PBIS Classroom Systems
Implementing Effective PBIS Classroom Systems
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March 9, 2023Implementing Effective PBIS Classroom Systems
Description: This training will provide a more detailed look at classroom practices. PBIS coaches, administrators, team members, and other classroom practice leaders engage in the professional learning necessary to install and coach the identified classroom practices/components in a systemic, efficient, and effective way.
Objectives: After training, participants will be able to
- Create a system for supporting teachers through coaching the classroom component module
- Identify the practices within the classroom components
- Be prepared to collect data specific to the module
- Identify and provide technical assistance to teachers in need of more support
- Train the components to school/district staff
Recommended Audience: PBIS coaches, administrators, PBIS Tier 1 team members, and other classroom practice leaders
Event Location: Hamilton County ESC
HCESC Conference CenterTransition Planning 101Transition Planning 101
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March 9, 2023Category: Special Ed
Description: Professional learning that will cover the basics of section 5 on the IEP and the indicator 13 checklist. Both dates are identical trainings
Objectives:
- Participates will understand the basics of transition planning
- Participates will understand what the purpose of Indicator 13 checklist
- Participates will use Indicator 13 checklist to review a students transition plan through a case study.
Recommended Audience: This professional learning opportunity is designed for intervention specialist that are new to the post secondary transition planning process.
Face to Face: Yes
Where: Hamilton County ESC
HCESC Conference Center11083 Hamilton AveCincinnati, OH 45231(513) 671-4200 -
Office Hours Alternate Assessment
Office Hours Alternate Assessment
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March 16, 2023Alternate Assessment
Category: Special Education
Description: Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the administration of the Alternate Assessment and other relevant questions.
Objectives:
- Opportunity to connect with colleagues who administer the Alternate Assessment.
- Opportunity for clarification and/or questions regarding the Alternate Assessment administration
- Resources to support families of students taking the Alternate Assessment
Recommended Audience:
- Special education teachers
- Special education directors and supervisors
- Administrators
- Related Service personnel
Event Location: Virtual
Notes: After you register through the link, be sure to check your confirmation email as it will contain your zoom registration/link.
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CTE Coffee Chat
CTE Coffee Chat
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March 29, 2023Description:
Join us for a one-hour virtual discussion as we discuss hot topics within Career and Technical Education (CTE). These sessions are a collaborative effort between the State Support Team and Ohio College Tech Prep.
Objectives:
- Recognize and discuss information relevant to CTE
- Network with and learn from other career and technical educators by sharing best practices
Recommended Audience: District, Building, Satellite administrators, and others interested in learning more about Career and Technical Education.
Event Location: Virtual
VirtualCTE Counselors Meet UpCTE Counselors Meet Up
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March 29, 2023Description: In response to a request during the 2021-2022 school year, CTE Counselor Meetups will be held virtually every other month. The sessions will allow sharing of best practices and new information specific to career and technical education. This is a facilitated session. Participants will submit topics for discussion.
Objectives:
- Recognize and discuss information relevant to CTE
- Network with and learn from other school counselors in career and technical settings by sharing best practices
Recommended Audience: School Counselors, Building Administrators, and others interested in learning more about the school counseling role within Career and Technical Education.
Event Location: Virtual
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Office Hours Alternate Assessment
Office Hours Alternate Assessment
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March 30, 2023Alternate Assessment
Category: Special Education
Description: Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the administration of the Alternate Assessment and other relevant questions.
Objectives:
- Opportunity to connect with colleagues who administer the Alternate Assessment.
- Opportunity for clarification and/or questions regarding the Alternate Assessment administration
- Resources to support families of students taking the Alternate Assessment
Recommended Audience:
- Special education teachers
- Special education directors and supervisors
- Administrators
- Related Service personnel
Event Location: Virtual
Notes: After you register through the link, be sure to check your confirmation email as it will contain your zoom registration/link.
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Registration support
Sara Cole, Administrative Assistant
(513) 674-4274
sara.cole@hcesc.org
Most SST13 registration takes place using a Google Form. Some events will require you to register through the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) via The Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Association (OCCRRA). Click here for directions on how to create an OPR account.