Resources here are designed to support decision-making, compliance, and instruction for students with disabilities. These Virginia Department of Education documents include ideas for teachers and families. NEW!! Special Education Student Services Reopening Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Posted August 26, 2020 Sustaining Inclusive Practices for Virtual Learning for Students with Disabilities (Word) – This document offers guidance, suggestions, and resources… Read More Three (+1) Important VDOE Resources for Special Education Leaders
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Tools for Building a Framework of Trust for Students and Parents-Return to Learn Fall 2020
As schools reopen this fall, virtually or in person, they remain a fundamental part of the infrastructure of communities. They provide safe and supportive environments, structure, and routines for children, as well as other needed support services to children and families (CDC, 2020). To help families adjust to the new normal, be sure to devote adequate… Read More Tools for Building a Framework of Trust for Students and Parents-Return to Learn Fall 2020
Social Emotional Support Matters for Teachers Too
As educators meet the challenge of addressing the social emotional needs of students, it’s important to tend to the social emotional needs of educators, too. Social Emotional Learning (SEL) can help children deal with the stressors and challenges they are facing. This is true every day of the year, but even more important during a… Read More Social Emotional Support Matters for Teachers Too
VDOE’s SEIS Resource Repository
VDOE’s Department of Special Education and Student Services, Office of Instructional Services (SEIS) created a new document, the SEIS Resource Repository, for educators and instructional leaders in the field. These resources are focused on serving students with disabilities, across a variety of topics and content areas and are reflective of the current challenges of serving… Read More VDOE’s SEIS Resource Repository
A Plan for Planning Systematic Instruction
Systematic instruction (HLP 12) is instruction that is taught in segments and follows sequences that are carefully and logically planned toward a specific goal. Prioritizing that instruction and creating a logical instructional sequence can be the key to progress for students with disabilities. Teachers plan effective instruction when they unpack the grade level content, prioritize… Read More A Plan for Planning Systematic Instruction
A Professional Development Toolkit for School Leaders
Introducing High-Leverage Practices in Special Education: A Professional Development Guide for School Leaders “High-leverage practices (HLPs) in special education reflect new research on the effective methods that help struggling learners succeed (CEEDAR, 2017).” The downloadable online guide is packed with activities for engaging teachers to learn how high-leverage practices (HLPs) can enhance student learning. High-leverage… Read More A Professional Development Toolkit for School Leaders
Practical Ways to Introduce and Broaden the Use of Social Emotional Learning
Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process that allows children and adults to effectively understand and manage emotions. It allows individuals to set and achieve goals, feel and show empathy, establish and maintain relationships, and make responsible decisions. The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) has developed a 3 Signature Practices Playbook to foster… Read More Practical Ways to Introduce and Broaden the Use of Social Emotional Learning
