Target Audience: General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Instructional Boaches, and Administrators
Join us for a practical, in-person training focused on effective specially designed instruction (SDI) and the use of accommodations and modifications to support student behavior within the IEP process. This session will break down what high-quality SDI looks like in classrooms and provide real-world examples you can apply immediately.
Through interactive discussion and classroom-based scenarios, participants will learn how to select, implement, and monitor SDI and accommodations that make a meaningful difference for students. Participants will walk away with strategies to strengthen IEP implementation, support positive behavior, and create more inclusive and effective learning environments.
This training is designed for general education teachers, special education teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators who want to feel more confident in applying IEP support in everyday practice.
- Type of Training: Face-to-Face, In-Person at CKEC – Rm. 180
- PD/EILA Hours: 6
- Date/Time: Friday, December 5, 2025 | 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
For questions, please contact trae.jones@ckec.org.
Target Audience: Special Education Teachers, General Education Teachers, Paraeducators
Join us for an in-depth, in-person training that introduces the “acting out” cycle and effective de-escalation practices. This session is designed to help educators recognize the stages of escalating behavior, respond proactively, and apply strategies that reduce the likelihood of crisis while maintaining a safe, supportive classroom environment.
Through guided instruction, practical examples, and interactive activities, participants will gain essential skills to better manage challenging behaviors, protect instructional time, and foster positive student relationships. Participants will walk away with tools you can implement immediately to create calmer and more effective learning spaces.
This training is designed for special education teachers, general education teachers, and paraeducators who want to build confidence and effectiveness in behavior management.
- Type of Training: Face-to-Face, In-Person at CKEC – Rm. 180
- PD/EILA Hours: 6
- Date/Time: Wednesday, February 11, 2025 | 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
For questions, please contact trae.jones@ckec.org.
Target Audience: Special Education Teachers, General Education Teachers, Behavior Interventionists, Paraeducators
Join us for a practical virtual training, ODDly Effective: Tips, Tricks, and Strategies for Supporting Students with ODD. This session will provide educators with insights into Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and equip them with proven strategies to support students in both academic and behavioral success.
Through real-world examples and discussion, participants will explore effective ways to respond to challenging behaviors and build stronger connections with students identified with ODD. Leave with concrete tools you can apply right away to create more positive and productive classroom environments.
This training is designed for special education teachers, general education teachers, behavior interventionists, and paraeducators who want to expand their skills in supporting students with ODD.
- Type of Training: Virtual (Live Training)
- PD/EILA Hours: 2
- Date/Time: Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
For questions, please contact trae.jones@ckec.org.
Target Audience: Special Education Teachers, Guidance Counselors, Principals, School Psychologists, Directors of Special Education
Every student deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued. This interactive 3-hour professional learning session equips educators with the tools to recognize the strengths of neurodiverse learners while addressing the serious issue of disability harassment. Participants will:
- Explore the concept of neurodiversity through a strengths-based lens.
- Learn how to identify disability harassment and understand legal responsibilities under IDEA, Section 504, and the ADA.
- Practice practical strategies—including bystander intervention and trauma-informed responses—to stop harassment when it happens.
- Develop an action plan to foster an inclusive school climate where differences are celebrated, not targeted.
Through case studies, role-play, and collaborative planning, educators will leave prepared to champion neurodiversity and safeguard every learner’s right to thrive. This session is in-person. PD and/or EILA credit will be provided.
Contact kim.hinton@ckec.org with questions.
Target Audience: Special Education Teachers, Behavior Interventionists, General Education Teachers, Administrators
Join us for a focused virtual training on reinforcement schedules and how to apply them effectively in the classroom. This session will explore different types of reinforcement schedules, when and how to implement them, and how they can be used to address problematic behaviors while encouraging positive student outcomes.
Participants will learn to match reinforcement strategies to specific behaviors, recognize common pitfalls, and leave with practical examples of how reinforcement can be integrated into daily classroom practice. This training will provide clear, actionable steps to help create more consistent, supportive, and behaviorally positive environments.
This training is designed for special education teachers, behavior interventionists, general education teachers, and administrators who want to strengthen their understanding of reinforcement and its impact on behavior.
- Type of Training: Virtual (Live Training)
- PD/EILA Hours: 2
- Date/Time: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
For questions, please contact trae.jones@ckec.org.
This interactive session is designed to equip principals with foundational knowledge on the legal and educational requirements for students with disabilities.
Key Topics:
- The Legal Framework of Special Education
- The Role of the Principal in Special Education
- Do’s and Don’ts of Supporting Students with Disabilities
- Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
By the end of this session, principals will have a clearer understanding of their legal obligations and best practices for supporting students with disabilities.
Target Audience: Special education teachers, Related Service providers, Directors of Sped
Celebrate February by “falling in love” with collaboration! This interactive professional learning session is designed for special education teachers and related service providers to strengthen teamwork, streamline communication, and enhance student outcomes. Participants will explore creative strategies for co-planning, co-teaching, shared data collection, and IEP meetings—all through a playful Valentine’s Day theme. Through hands-on activities, role-plays, and case studies, teams will leave with practical tools and a “heartfelt” plan to boost collaboration in their schools.
Learning Outcomes:
Participants will be able to:
- Identify roles and responsibilities of SETs and RSPs and how they complement each other.
- Apply practical collaboration strategies for co-planning, co-teaching, and shared data collection.
- Address common barriers to collaboration and implement actionable solutions.
- Develop a personalized collaboration action plan to enhance teamwork and student success.
Contact kim.hinton@ckec.org with questions.
Target Audience: Special Education Teachers, Special Education Admin, ARC Facilitators
This interactive professional learning session equips educators, ARC/IEP team members, and administrators with practical strategies to strengthen parental involvement in special education. Participants will explore Special Education Indicator 8, examine barriers to meaningful family engagement, and practice communication and collaboration techniques that ensure parents are active partners in the ARC/IEP process. Through hands-on activities, role-plays, and actionable planning, attendees will leave with concrete strategies to foster stronger school-family partnerships and improve outcomes for students with disabilities.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand Indicator 8 and its impact on schools and families.
- Identify and overcome common barriers to parent participation.
- Apply effective communication and facilitation strategies in ARC/IEP meetings.
- Develop actionable steps to enhance parent engagement in your school or district.
Contact kim.hinton@ckec.org with questions.
Target Audience: General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Instructional Coaches
This two-hour virtual training is intended for educators who work with students in a co-teaching setting. Participants will learn strategies for differentiating instruction for students on a variety of achievement levels. There will be an emphasis on differentiation within math stations.
Please contact maryruth.hertweck@ckec.org with any questions.
Target Audience: General Education, Special Education, Instructional Coaches, Math Interventionists, and Administrators
Join us for an energizing, six-hour in-person, professional development focusing on creating vibrant learning experiences for all students across all least restrictive environments (LRE). Together, we’ll explore what vibrant learning is, how it can come alive in daily routines, and how rich tasks and project-based learning can spark engagement, equity, and joy in every classroom. Leave with practical strategies and fresh ideas to transform learning so that every student can experience vibrant learning!
Contact maryruth.hertweck@ckec.org with any questions.
