Events in March 2023
- Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Assessment Testing
Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Assessment Testing
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03/14/2023This workshop will provide practical training and support in the areas of reading, writing, mathematics, and confidentiality. Participants will take the assessments in these areas designed to fulfill the current requirements of No Child Left Behind for "highly qualified paraprofessionals." . To be considered Highly Qualified, individuals are required to have (1) of the following:
• Have completed at least 2 years of postsecondary study
• Possess an associate degree or higher
• Pass a rigorous local assessment in reading, writing and mathematics
Location: Canton IU Office
LETRS 3rd Edition - Volume 1LETRS 3rd Edition - Volume 1
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03/14/2023LETRS addresses four critical outcomes for effective literacy instruction: understanding the science of reading, converting research to practice, enhancing teacher effectiveness, and transforming instruction. By understanding the "why" behind science and evidence-based research, educators can effectively know how to aid students in learning to read. With Bridge to Practice activities, educators implement the knowledge gained directly into their classrooms.
Dates: September 13, October 18, March 14, & April 11 (must attend all sessions)
Location: Canton BLaST Office (Sept & Oct) & Williamsport BLaST Office (Mar & Apr)
Lunch will be provided
- Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: What Educators Need to Know
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: What Educators Need to Know
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03/21/2023This session is for any participants responsible for writing 504 plans. Participants will:
Gain an understanding of the federal and state regulations related to IDEA and Section 504Define the term “disability” related to Section 504Identify the anti-discrimination protections for all 504 eligible students
Identify the components of service agreements and types of services and accommodations available
Identify resources related to Section 504, Chapter 15, IDEA, and Chapter 14.
Location: Canton office
- LETRS 3rd Edition - Volume 2
LETRS 3rd Edition - Volume 2
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03/28/2023*Completion of LETRS Volume 1 (Units 1-4) is a prerequisite for Volume 2.
LETRS addresses four critical outcomes for effective literacy instruction: understanding the science of reading, converting research to practice, enhancing teacher effectiveness, and transforming instruction. Volume 2 focuses specifically on oral language and vocabulary, understanding reading comprehension, text-driven comprehension instruction, and the reading-writing connection. With Bridge to Practice activities, educators implement the knowledge gained directly into their classrooms.
Dates: September 27, November 8, March 28, April 18 (must attend all sessions)
Location: Canton BLaST Office (Sept & Nov) & Williamsport BLaST Office (Mar & Apr)
Lunch will be provided