Reading Institute for Elementary School Special Education Teachers
Friday, October 23rd, 2009
Friday, November 20th, 2009
Friday, February 12th, 2010
Three part conference for special education teachers and educators serving students with disabilities. 30 staff development hours will be available for re-certification IF you attend ALL sessions. Subjects include Word Study, Comprehension, and Looking at Nonfiction. Please note new date for third session.
Challenged by Challenging Behavior?
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009
Tuesday, February 9th, 2010
If you would like further support for working with young children who exhibit challenging behavior, this workshop is for you! Participants will learn how to determine the meaning of behavior and develop a behavior support plan with appropriate interventions for young children.
Buliding a Framework of Positive, Proactive Behavioral and Instructional Practices in the Classroom
Wednesday, December 9th, 2009
Tuesday, January 12th, 2010
Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010
Participants will learn to build a framework of tiered supports and evidence-based practices to design classrooms, and explore scientific practices designed to create an effective learning environment.
Partners in Learning: A Virtual Professional Learning Community (PLC) for Building a Framework of Positive, Proactive and Instructional Practices in the Classoom
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009
Wednesday, February 10th, 2010
Wednesday, April 14th, 2010
Participants who attend the 3-part series, Building a Framework of Positive, Proactive and Instructional Practices in the Classroom, are offered opportunities to work together as virtual "Partners in Learning". This online professional learning community will provide follow-up that is designed to meet identified need of participants. Further information will be provided at the end of each training day.
2010 Conference on Visual Impairments and Blindness
March 3rd - 5th, 2010
Virginia Department of Education and The Virginia Chapter of the Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired present nationally renowned keynote speakers that will provide information and insight for professionals in the field of Blindness and Visual Impairment. Parents and Family members are welcome to attend this conference.
Shining Stars - Call for Proposals
Friday, March 5th, 2010
You are invited to submit a proposal to present a session at Virginia's early childhood conference, Shining Stars 2010, which will be held in Virginia Beach July 14th - 16th. This year, we are asking that all proposals be submitted electronically.