Target Audience: High school MSD Teachers, Middle School MSD Teachers, Elementary MSD Teachers, Special Education Instructional Consultants/Coaches
Interested in implementing UFLI in your MSD classroom, but not sure where to start? This session is for you! On September 9th, we will have an in-person session to work together and dig into UFLI Foundations. During this session, our goals would be to enhance our background knowledge for teaching foundational reading, setting up the lessons, breaking down the lessons to meet student access needs, and more! Please note, that this session is specifically for special education teachers using UFLI with students who have complex needs, multiple disabilities, and/or limited verbal language. Participants who attend will receive a copy of UFLI Foundations and 6 PD hours for attending this in-person session.
If you have any questions, contact erica.price@ckec.org for more information.
Target Audience: MSD/FMD teachers, Special Education Facilitators, Instructional Coaches, ACCs
This session will provide you with the tools and knowledge to effectively locate and utilize resources for teaching Alternate Kentucky Summative Assessment targets. Participants will learn to navigate various state-provided platforms, SERTAC-created resources, understand the structure of alternate assessment standards, and implement best practices in their classrooms. This session is ideal for participants who are not sure where to begin with regards to instruction around alternate assessment targets. Let us get you started on the right track! Two hours of professional development credit will be awarded for attending this virtual session.
Contact erica.price@ckec.org with any questions.
Target Audience: General Education Teachers working with students with IEP’s, Co-Teachers, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Resource Teachers
Struggling readers need more than encouragement—they need the right tools and strategies! Join us for a practical, hands-on session packed with tech tools (like Read&Write and Immersive Reader), research-backed strategies (Think Alouds, Reciprocal Teaching, Paraphrasing), and ready-to-use resources to help below-grade-level readers thrive.
Upon completion, participants will receive 6 hours of PD credit. If you have any questions, please contact erica.price@ckec.org
Target Audience: New MSD Teachers, Building Assessment Coordinators, Special Education Teachers working with Alternate Assessment
Get ready for a successful assessment year! This essential training provides a clear overview of the Alternate Kentucky Summative Assessment (AKSA), including KDE-mandated trainings, timelines, materials, attainment tasks, AKSA focus targets and alignment, KDE created resources, and teaching resources created by state low incidence consultants. Learn how to access key resources, navigate assessment targets, and ensure compliance for your students participating in alternate assessment.
Two hours of professional development credit will be awarded for attending this virtual session. Contact erica.price@ckec.org with any questions.
Target Audience: General Education Teachers working with students with IEP’s, Co-Teachers, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Resource Teachers
This professional development session provides educators with an in-depth understanding of the UFLI Foundations program—a comprehensive, systematic phonics curriculum developed by the University of Florida Literacy Institute. Grounded in the science of reading, UFLI Foundations is designed to help educators deliver explicit and sequential instruction in phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, encoding, and irregular word recognition.
Participants will explore the key components of the UFLI program, including the structure of daily lessons, the use of decodable texts, and multisensory routines that support all learners, particularly those at risk for reading difficulties. Hands-on modeling, guided practice, and implementation strategies will be provided to support immediate application in the classroom.
Participants will receive a copy of UFLI Foundations and each will receive 6 PD hours for attending this in-person session. If you have any questions, contact erica.price@ckec.org
Target Audience: Special Education Teachers, Instructional Coaches, General Education Teachers, Special Education Administrators, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists
This two-hour virtual professional development session will focus on two foundational strategies proven to support students on the autism spectrum: Antecedent Behavior Interventions and Visual Supports.
Participants will first explore how changing what happens before a behavior of concern—known as antecedent interventions—can increase positive outcomes for autistic students. The session will define key components, provide real-world examples, and offer practical applications for both resource rooms and general education classrooms.
Next, participants will dive into the use of visual supports, one of the “Foundational Five” best practices for students with autism. The session will cover visual schedules, routines, classroom expectations, and communication tools that help create structure and predictability for learners.
By the end of the session, educators will walk away with practical strategies they can implement immediately to promote independence, reduce behavior challenges, and create more inclusive environments.
Contact erica.price@ckec.org with any questions.
Target Audience: Principals, Assistant Principals, Directors of Special Education, Special Education Coaches and Consultants, Instructional Leaders
MSD classrooms are very unique, and it is common for principals to feel lost in how to help their MSD teachers grow and improve their practice. Join us for a session that will help to gain practical insights into using the Autism and Low Incidence Classroom Observation Tool (ALCOT) to enhance instructional practices and classroom environments. Administrators will learn about the components of the ALCOT, how to use it for coaching, and explore resources to help MSD teachers grow in identified areas. Two hours of EILA or PD credit will be awarded for attending this virtual session. .
Contact erica.price@ckec.org with any questions.
Target Audience: General Education Teachers working with students with IEP’s, Co-Teachers, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Resource Teachers
Students with moderate to severe disabilities (MSD) may exhibit challenging behaviors that are often communicative in nature. This professional learning session is designed to help educators understand the behavioral escalation cycle and apply effective de-escalation strategies tailored to the needs of students with autism and low incidence disabilities.
Participants will explore the stages of the escalation cycle—from calm to recovery—and learn how to identify triggers, implement preventive strategies, and respond appropriately at each stage. The training emphasizes the importance of proactive supports, visual communication tools, and fostering student self-regulation. Attendees will also receive guidance on developing individualized de-escalation plans and supporting paraprofessionals in crisis situations.
Participants will receive 2 hours of professional development credit for attending this virtual session. For questions, contact erica.price@ckec.org
Target Audience: K-12 Social Studies Teachers, Social Studies Co-Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Administrators, Curriculum Coordinators
Effective social studies instruction begins with a deep understanding of the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Social Studies. In this full-day session, K-12 educators will engage in an interactive exploration of the vision, design, and instructional implications of the standards. Participants will unpack the architecture and organization of the KAS, focusing on the integration of disciplinary concepts, inquiry practices, and interdisciplinary literacy skills to enhance student learning. By the end of this session, participants will leave with practical strategies, instructional tools, and resources to support standards-based planning and assessment. Whether you’re new to the KAS for Social Studies or looking to refine your approach, this session will provide clarity, confidence, and actionable takeaways for effective classroom implementation.
6 hours of PD/EILA credit will be provided.
Free for Member Districts, $125.00 for Non-Member Districts
Contact lindsey.ellis@ckec.org for more information.
Target Audience: Measurable Results: Practical Steps To Improve Student Achievement
In schools, the pressure to perform on measurable assessments (KSA, ACT, and others) sometimes seems unbearable. Schools often resort to gimmicks and motivational techniques that, even when effective, are short-term solutions. These efforts are exhausting – for the students and the staff. In this series, you will discover substantive systems and structures that can be put into place, leading to lasting, sustainable improvement in academic performance.
9 Hours Total EILA Credit
Contact david.young@ckec.org with questions.
