Target Audience: New MSD Teachers, building assessment coordinators, special education teachers working with alternate assessment

Learning the ins and outs of the Alternate Kentucky Summative Assessment (AKSA) can be overwhelming! Join us in-person as we break down the process for teachers who are new to this testing system. In the morning, we will discuss timelines, materials, attainment tasks, AKSA focus targets and alignment, KDE created resources, and teaching resources created by state low incidence consultants. If you are a high school teacher, stay for our afternoon session which will focus on post-secondary transition and readiness within the AKSA system. The TAR, ESAR, EFAS, CWEC, and other post-secondary readiness components will be discussed. For questions, contact claire.johnson@ckec.org 

Target Audience: New MSD/FMD special education teachers, special education teachers working in a self-contained setting

So, you’ve been hired to work with students with moderate to severe disabilities in a self-contained classroom – now what?! In this session, we aim to answer that question by getting you set up with resources and strategies needed to establish your new classroom. Topics covered will include working with paraprofessionals, collaborating with service providers, setting student and staff schedules, examining and establishing behavior systems, and planning for instruction. Leave with ideas and materials that can be implemented right away to get you started on the right foot! For more information, contact claire.johnson@ckec.org or erica.price@ckec.org

Target Audience: general education, special education, instructional coaches, and math interventionists

This two hour (PD) virtual session for teachers of all grade levels will focus on structures and strategies that catalyze learning and growth in math class for students that are currently performing below grade level. Participants will engage in research and evidence based practices that will propel students toward grade-level proficiency.  Contact jane.goatley@ckec.org with any questions. 

Target Audience: general education, special education, instructional coaches, and math interventionists

This virtual training will break down a template on how to incorporate metacognitive strategies focusing on numberless word problems into instruction in math class. This technique allows students to understand what is happening conceptually with a real-world scenario before numbers are entered into the scenario. This scaffolded approach affords students who struggle with first steps in mathematics to have entry into the math task. Contact jane.goatley@ckec.org with any questions. 

Target Audience: Special education teachers, ARC chairpersons, school psychologists

Supporting students affected by both adverse experiences and a disability can be overwhelming.  This session will provide an overview of how adverse experiences can affect students in our classroom.  Participants will learn about tools and strategies for crafting IEPs that celebrate resilience, promote growth, and pave the way for meaningful progress in academic, social, and emotional domains that can be implemented immediately. The link to this virtual session will be sent out no later than the end of the day on June 4, 2024. Contact christina.krantz@ckec.org with any questions.

Target Audience: Middle and high school special education teachers, general education teachers, alternative school staff and any others who work with students in grades 6 – 12

Oftentimes our students are experiencing mental health issues or may be in crisis. As educators, we want to help our students. Unfortunately, we don’t always know how or feel like we have the skills to help. Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) can help! YMHFA teaches school staff how to provide “first aid” and intervene until a counselor, social worker or someone else in the school can take over.   YMHFA is evidenced based and is designed to help participants feel confident and comfortable in intervening with youth. Youth Mental Health First Aid does not teach people to diagnose or to provide treatment.

For questions, contact christina.krantz@ckec.org

Target Audience: general education, special education, instructional coaches, and administrators

This six hour (PD/EILA) face-to-face training will highlight evidence-based strategies that promote success in math class. The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 8 Effective Mathematics Teaching Practices will be highlighted in conjunction with the Standards for Mathematical Practice. Participants will go through an application style approach to embedding these teaching practices into the classroom regardless of program and curriculum. There will be an emphasis on high yield specially designed instruction (SDI) strategies centered around problem solving and utilizing the concrete-semi-concrete-abstract (CSA) strategy to promote understanding.  Contact jane.goatley@ckec.org for any questions.

 

Target Audience: general education, special education

This six hour face-to-face training will highlight research and evidence-based practices to support student learning in the mathematics classroom. A focus will be on supporting students with disabilities through the intentional planning of specially designed instruction (SDI) and progress monitoring. Teachers will be able to identify a student’s skill deficits and determine which SDI to implement to support learning and close academic gaps. Effective progress monitoring strategies will be highlighted to allow teachers to determine the effectiveness of the SDI. For questions, contact jane.goatley@ckec.org 

Target Audience: General Education Teachers working with students with IEP’s, Co-Teachers, Interventionist, Instructional Coaches, Resource Teachers, Assistive Technology Team members, Occupational Therapists, Speech/Language Therapists

In this engaging 3-hour in-person training session, educators will explore the transformative potential of visual aids in supporting students’ executive functioning needs.

Throughout the workshop, participants will:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of executive functioning skills and their role in academic achievement and life success.
• Explore a variety of visual supports, including visual schedules, graphic organizers, and task checklists, tailored to address specific executive functioning challenges.
• Learn practical strategies for effectively integrating visual supports into classroom instruction and daily routines to promote independence and self-regulation.
• Collaborate with peers to brainstorm creative ideas and problem-solve challenges related to implementing visual supports in diverse educational settings.
• Access valuable resources and tools for further exploration and professional development in utilizing visual supports effectively.

By the end of the training, participants will leave feeling empowered and equipped with practical strategies to harness the power of visual supports, enabling them to create inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive. Join us as we embark on this journey to visualize success and unlock the full potential of every student! For questions, contact erica.price@ckec.org or christina.krantz@ckec.org 

Target Audience:  Everyone

Unlock the potential of AI for Special Education! Join us for an immersive two-hour training session where you’ll discover the transformative power of MagicSchool.ai and other cutting-edge AI features designed specifically for educators. Our expert-led workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills to leverage AI tools effectively, enhancing teacher efficacy and efficiency in the classroom. Dive deep into personalized lesson planning, harness the latest AI technologies to tailor instruction to individual student needs, and explore the array of resources available within MagicSchool to streamline your teaching process. Don’t miss this opportunity to revolutionize your approach to education and create truly magical learning experiences for your students!