Inclusive Insights
ESC Region 11 • Inclusive Practices Newsletter
Issue 4, February 2022
The ESC Region 11 Inclusive Services team strives to lead and serve by assisting our public, charter, and private schools with implementing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). We provide professional learning and technical assistance focused on creating inclusive environments, cultivating collaborative relationships, and utilizing instructional best practices to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners, particularly those with disabilities.
Share the Love
Let your coworkers know how much you care about and appreciate them. You can show them with a favorite treat, a handwritten note, or even an offer to help on a project.
Professional Development
- Introduction to Co-Teaching -- Virtual: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/28819/54049
- Co-Planning for Co-Teaching -- Virtual: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/28928
- The Road to UDL: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/28760/53404
- Introduction to IEP: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/28740/53513
- SB IEP Process Training: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/28923/53646
- Explicit Instruction -- Virtual: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/28924/54129
- Utilizing Accommodations in Math: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/29032/53839
- Facilitating the IEP -- Canvas Course: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/29033/54047
Is celebrating Valentine's Day in school inclusive?
In Minnesota, one school district said "No." This article talks about the principal's decision and what occurred next. What are your thoughts on this? Is your school inclusive to celebrating with all students in mind?
📚Read Aloud: Hug Machine BY Scott Campbell #hugmachine
Hug Machine by Scott Campbell
Who have YOU hugged today? Open your arms to this delightfully tender, goofy, and sweet book from Scott Campbell.
Upcoming Events...
- Summer 2022 -- Recharge: Jump Start Your School Year
- Summer 2022 -- Facilitating the IEP 2
- Summer 2022 -- Elevating Co-Teaching through UDL
- Spring 2022 -- Data Collection
- Fall 2022-Book Study -- From Behavior to Belonging
NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY
What type of training would you like the service center to provide? We value and seek your feedback to develop program offerings and delivery methods that suit your needs.
Instructional Specialist - Inclusive Practices
Monica Alsaker
817-740-7528
Inclusive Services Website
Instructional Specialist - IEP
Christi Perkins
817-740-7759
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