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ESC Region 11 Speech-Language Pathology Newsletter
Issue 26• September 2020
Speech-Language Pathology Collaborative Meetings 2020-2021 Virtual - 26283
Time: 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Dates: October 7, 2020
November 18, 2020
February 3, 2021
April 21, 2021
Are you an SLP Lead in your district? Or a Coordinator for Speech and Language Services? This series of meetings is designed specifically to support Speech-Language Pathologists in Region 11 districts, SSAs, and charter schools. Together, we will collaborate and discuss research-based interventions, TEA guidance documents, state and federal compliance, and more.
PRC: Building Blocks to AAC Success: Blocks 1, 2, and 3 - LIVE ONLINE Virtual - 26627
Date: October 16, 2020
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
CEU: 5 hours (.5) ASHA CEUs
Presenter: Betty Carter, CCC-SLP
This foundational class will set the stage for AAC intervention that focuses on language acquisition and communication. Through demonstration, video, and practice exercises, participants will learn about the basic principles of AAC intervention. This course is intended for anyone interested in learning about the fundamentals of AAC.
This class will be provided by PRC, Prentke Romich Company. This workshop is virtual, and a link to view the workshop will be sent via email to registered participants a few days before the start of the session.
The first SLP Statewide webinar of the 2020-21 school year was excellent! I am looking forward to Dr. Kester's trainings in the next few weeks. Make sure to register below to view the webinars specifically designed for school-based SLPs!
Date: October 9, 2020 (9:00 a.m. - Noon)
Presenter: Ellen Kester, PhD; CCC-SLP
2.5 TSHA CEUs
Date: November 13, 2020 (9:00 a.m. - Noon)
Presenter: Ellen Kester, Ph.D.; CCC-SLP
2.5 TSHA CEUs
Statewide SLP Webinar #4: SI Legal
Date: December 4, 2020 (9:00 a.m. - Noon)
Presenter: Gigi Driscoll, JD
2.5 TSHA CEUs in Ethics
Statewide SLP Webinar #5: Getting Started Addressing Swallowing and Feeding in the Schools
Date: January 22, 2021 (9:00 a.m. - Noon)
Presenter: Emily Homer, M.S; CCC-SLP; FASHA
2.5 TSHA CEUs
Date: February 19, 2021 (9:00 a.m. - Noon)
Presenter: Emily Homer, M.S; CCC-SLP; FASHA
2.5 TSHA CEUs
Date: March 19, 2021 (9:00 a.m. - Noon)
Presenter: Deann O’Lenick, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
2.5 TSHA CEUs
Date: April 23, 2021 (9:00 a.m. - Noon)
Presenter: Deann O’Lenick, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
2.5 TSHA CEUs
Date: May 21, 2021 (9:00 a.m. - Noon)
Presenter: Deann O’Lenick, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
2.5 TSHA CEUs
Best Practices for Conducting a Virtual Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee Meeting
Presenter: Linda Gellman, MS, LSSP, Child Find, Evaluation, and ARD Supports Network Representative
Date: November 12, 2020
Description: This session is designed to address critical issues and provide best practices in conducting virtual admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee meetings.
Triangulating Data in the Full and Individual Evaluation: Telling the Student’s Story
Presenter: Dawne Vanderhule, Child Find Evaluation, and ARD Supports Network Coordinator, Texas Education Agency
Date: January 21, 2021
Description: This session will explore (1) how to triangulate data (from more than two sources) to verify results, (2) how the use of findings leads to recommendations for evidence-based interventions, and (3) how to progress monitor those interventions.
Writing Effective Impact and Need Statements in the Full and Individual Evaluation
Presenter: Nicole Price, LSSP, NCSP, Child Find, Evaluation, and ARD Supports Network Representative
Date: March 25, 2021
Description: This session will provide guidance for writing compliant and effective impact and need statements related to the student’s disability to create the present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFPs), which lead to the development of an appropriate individualized education program (IEP).
Reevaluations: From Review of Existing Evaluation Data (REED) to Evaluation
Presenter: Kara Zwolinski, MEd, Child Find, Evaluation, and ARD Support Network Lead
Date: May 20, 2021
Description: This session will examine regulations related to reevaluations, review the process for conducting a REED, and determine best practices of a comprehensive reevaluation.
Thank you for ALL YOU DO for the students of ESC Region 11. I appreciate all of your hard work and dedication as you start the school year! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Stay safe and take care,
Katie
Contact Information
Katie Adams, M.S., CCC-SLP
Consultant, Speech-Language Pathology
Email: kadams@esc11.net
Website: https://www.esc11.net/speech
Location: Education Service Center Region 11, South Cherry Lane, White Settlement, TX, USA
Phone: 8177407625