Family Resource Group
Blind Visually Impaired Edition February 2022
Opportunities in the New Year!
Erin Campion
Family Resource Group Editor
February 10, 2022
Supporting Students with Disabilities In Virtual Environments: SSDVE
Save the Date! Check out the SSDVE HUB for more resources.
On February 10, 2022, SSDVE is focusing on Considerations and Strategies for Effective Partnerships with Parents and Caregivers. You can register here and on the PaTTAN training calendar (by clicking on the event on Feb 10th).
SSDVE Presents | Monthly Webinars
The "SSDVE Presents:" series offers educators, service providers, and families resources and supports for navigating education in virtual environments. Please see below under "Events" for links to register for upcoming SSDVE events being offered by PaTTAN.
Monthly "SSDVE Presents" webinars are held on the 2nd (second) Thursday of each month from 3:00PM - 4:00PM; registration is required.
SSDVE Schoology
Join the SSDVE Schoology course to access recordings and materials from SSDVE events, open discussion forums, and announcements of relevant news and opportunities.
To join: feel free to share the access code (3PT2-2TM9-F4X84) and instructions (accessible PDF) with others.
For support: access quick how-to videos or contact bestpracticesonline@pattan.net.
2021-22 Archived Topics:
Considerations and Strategies for Success in 2021-22
Considerations and Strategies for Effective Progress Monitoring
Considerations and Strategies for Accessible Virtual Learning Environments
Considerations and Strategies for Providing Special Education and Related Services
Delivery Models: Options and Outcomes
02/10/22: Considerations and Strategies for Effective Partnerships with Parents and Caregivers
February 23, 2022
Including Low Incidence Students in STEM Using a Universal Design for Learning Framework
This session focuses on practical methods for teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) across grade levels through the lens of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). The presenter will demonstrate how to include individuals with diverse learning needs, including low incidence students, in STEM courses and curriculum within the planning, instructional, and assessment stages, using both innovative and “tried and true” methods. The presentation will show a step by step model of instruction that can be used throughout various grade levels.
March 2-4, 2022
Pennsylvania Department of Education 2022 Conference
One Event, Two Experiences March 2-4, 2022
The 2022 PDE Conference will be offered in a hybrid format - in person at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center or online through ChimeLive.
The Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Bureau of Special Education is excited to kick-off the Attract, Prepare, and Retain (APR) initiative at this year’s annual conference to bring forward the BSE’s commitment to increase and diversify qualified special education professionals in the field. The conference will highlight state and national initiatives to address the critical issues facing Local Education Agencies regarding the attraction, preparation, and retainment of special education personnel.
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