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53 events found.
Canceled (Canceled) Special Educator Academy
Instructors: Crista Yagjian, M.Ed., Andrea Wasson, M.Ed.
The SE Academy will support special educators across the state to learn practical skills and content, and to form collaborative relationships that can be immediately applied to support student success in Vermont schools.
$1025
Special Education Legal Update: Recent Developments and Common Concerns
Instructor: Adrienne Shea
This workshop will provide a legal perspective on common issues and concerns that arise in special education, and a review of recent court decisions and federal and state guidance impacting special education work in Vermont.
Free
Understanding and Supporting Individual Learning Needs (Course)
Instructors: Hannah Bloom, MOTR/L, Leah Sophrin, M.S., CCC-SLP
This course is a combination of a 3-part workshop series and additional individual asynchronous work. It fulfills the elective requirement for the Neurodiversity and Inclusion Graduate Certificate Program. It is also open to all educators and other professionals whose work impacts students in PreK-12 schools and beyond.
$1794
Understanding and Supporting Individual Learning Needs (Workshops)
Instructor: Hannah Bloom, MOTR/L
This 3-day workshop series provides a foundational understanding of the neurobiological development of sensory processing and the importance of integrating the senses for functional and accessible learning and communication.
$594
Weaving Together Play, Language, and Literacy
Instructor: Christine Hertz Hausman
Participants will explore the dynamic intersection of play and literacy, equipping them with innovative strategies to weave literacy and language instruction into authentic learning and play experiences.
$198
Executive Function Skills: Strategies for Identifying and Overcoming Learning Barriers
Instructor: Sarah Ward, MS, CCC/SLP
- with Sarah Ward
In this workshop, participants will learn to identify common behaviors and learning barriers associated with delays in executive functioning skills and determine the most effective tools and strategies for providing support.
$125
Cultivating Belonging To Retain Educators and Build Thriving Schools (Virtual)
Instructor: T. Elijah Hawkes, MSEd
- with Elijah Hawkes
Building a strong sense of community among adults is crucial for teacher retention and creating the collaborative environment necessary for schools to thrive. Oct 31 & Nov 21, 2024
$450
Act 139: Using Reading Assessment Data to Guide MTSS-Based Instructional Decisions
Instructor: Nicole Chick
This workshop will explore best assessment practices in accordance with Act 139 requirements.
$198
Transforming Trauma (Level 1): The School as a Healing Community
Instructor: Dave Melnick, LICSW
In the course we will study the harmful effects of trauma on students, their families, and the workforce, as well as the unique, adaptive capacities people form under conditions of pain and adversity.
$1794
Self Regulation in Young Learners: A Framework for Understanding and Reframing Behaviors
Instructors: Judith Masson, M.Ed., Danielle Kent, M.S., CCC-SLP
This workshop provides an in-depth exploration of self-regulation skills in young students, emphasizing the importance of reframing behaviors to understand corresponding functional skills.
$198
Free Webinar: Lesson Planning for Learner Engagement
Speaker Series for New Middle and High School Educators.
New teachers describe their first years in schools as overwhelming and isolating. This series offers content of immediate need to middle and high school educators in their first or second year teaching.
Free
Establishing and Maintaining Effective Educational Support Teams
Instructor: Jennifer Patenaude, M.A.
This workshop will focus on the key systems and processes necessary for ensuring the establishment and maintenance of effective Educational Support Team collaboration.
$198
Integrating STEM, Play, Literacy, and SEL in Early Childhood
Capitol Plaza, Montpelier, VT 100 State Street, Montpelier, VT, United StatesDesigned for early childhood educators, this workshop will provide you with the tools and insights needed to foster a curious and investigative classroom environment.
$235
Understanding and Supporting Newly Arrived Multilingual Learners
Instructor: Kelly Cray, M.Ed.
This webinar series will explore new research in language acquisition theories to support the development of practical strategies that foster inclusive classrooms.
Dec 5 & Dec 12, 2024
$235
Using a Pattern of Strength and Weakness Approach to Determine SLD
Instructor: Milton J. Dehn, Ed.D
This workshop will focus on the appropriate use of patterns of strengths and weaknesses (PSW) assessment procedures to identify specific learning disabilities (SLD).
$198
Free Webinar: Using Artificial Intelligence Tools to Save Time and Effort
Speaker Series for New Middle and High School Educators.
New teachers describe their first years in schools as overwhelming and isolating. This series offers content of immediate need to middle and high school educators in their first or second year teaching.
Free
Writing Measurable IEP Goals and Objectives to Monitor Educational Benefit
Instructor: Jennifer Patenaude, M.A.
Participants will learn how to write measurable IEP goals and objectives using standards-based learning progressions as a roadmap for both academics and functional skills.
$198
Teaching PreK-grade 3 Language Arts
Community National Bank 316 N. Main St., Barre, Vermont, United States +1 moreInstructor: Christine Hertz Hausman
A 3-credit graduate course with in-person meetings.
$1794
Supporting Diverse Learners and Ensuring Equitable Access in Work-Based Learning
Instructor: Rachael Potts
A 3-credit graduate course with in-person and synchronous online meetings.
$1794
Introduction to Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education
Chamber of Commerce 33 Stewart St., Berlin, VermontInstructor: Brenda Bolio, M.Ed.
A 3-credit graduate course with in-person and online meetings.
$1794
Critical Use of Artificial Intelligence in Classrooms
Instructor: Alicia Beth, Ph.D.
Artificial intelligence (AI) presents both promise and problems for educators and learners. How can AI be used critically to support higher order thinking?
$198
Free Webinar: Special Education and Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports
Speaker Series for New Middle and High School Educators.
New teachers describe their first years in schools as overwhelming and isolating. This series offers content of immediate need to middle and high school educators in their first or second year teaching.
Free
Trauma Informed Schools in 2025: Creating Thriving School Communities
Virtual Event
Instructor: Joelle van Lent
This workshop series will connect the impact of stress and adversity on development with practical strategies that promote resilience.
$450
Meeting the Instructional Needs of Students with Learning Disabilities: Math (Section 2)
VPA Conference Room 2 Prospect Street, Montpelier, VermontInstructors: Amanda Pugliese, Abigayle Wiggins
A 3-credit graduate course with online and in-person meetings.
$1794
Investigations in PreK-Grade 3 Science and Social Studies
Chamber of Commerce 33 Stewart St., Berlin, VermontInstructor: Suzan Locke
A 3-credit graduate course with in-person and online meetings.
$1794
Planning and Practices in Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education
VPA Conference Room 2 Prospect Street, Montpelier, VermontInstructor: Lori Cassidy, M.Ed.
A 3-credit graduate course with in-person meetings.
$1794
White Educators, (Mostly) White Schools, and Racial Justice
Virtual Event
Instructor: T. Elijah Hawkes, MSEd
Explore how white educators can find and sustain the motivation to drive meaningful change.
$450
Autism Identification Under IDEA: Diagnostic Tools and Recent Research
Virtual Event
Instructor: Heather Flynn
This workshop will focus on clarifying the special education eligibility determination process for students with autism, highlighting the importance of using the most current evidence-based practices for diagnosis.
$198
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Instructor: Loui Lord Nelson
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Resetting Special Education Evaluation Processes with Purpose
Virtual Event
Instructor: Jennifer Patenaude, M.A.
Rethink special education evaluation processes to ensure they are focused upon informing both specialized programming and eligibility.
$198
Child Care Business Administration: Legal and Financial Management
Virtual Event
Instructor: Jen Severance, M.Ed.
A 3-credit graduate or undergraduate course with online meetings.
$776
Concepts in Personal and Community Health for Educators
Instructors: Krystina Comforto, M.S.T., Melanie Laquerre
A 3-credit graduate course with synchronous online meetings.
$1794
Gender and Sexuality Development and Considerations in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Instructor: Mark Palmieri
Gender identity and sexual development in neurodiverse populations present many complex questions. This workshop will address LGBTQIA+ issues and intersectionality with autism.
$198
Free Webinar: Co-Teaching and Working in Teams
Speaker Series for New Middle and High School Educators.
New teachers describe their first years in schools as overwhelming and isolating. This series offers content of immediate need to middle and high school educators in their first or second year teaching.
Free
What is Specially Designed Instruction?
Virtual Event
Instructor: Jennifer Patenaude, M.A.
Session 1 of a 4-part workshop series, "Understanding Specially Designed Instruction: Clarifying Its Role Within MTSS Layers." ***Session 1 is required and participants can then choose any or all of the remaining sessions.***
$198
Understanding Specially Designed Instruction: Clarifying Its Role Within MTSS Layers (Course)
Instructors: Jennifer Patenaude, M.A., Danielle Kent, M.S., CCC-SLP, Kate Hughes, Julie Burtscher Brown
A 3-credit graduate course with synchronous online meetings.
$1794
Student Behavior: From Naming to Reframing
Instructor: Dave Melnick, LICSW
In this workshop, explore how reframing—shifting perspectives to challenge biases—can transform stressful situations into opportunities for equity, understanding, and improved outcomes with students.
$198
Building Regulation and Restorative Interventions into the School Day
Delta Hotel, S. Burlington, VT 1117 Williston Rd, South Burlington, VT, United StatesInstructor: Camille Koosmann
In this 2-day series, learn how to use trauma-informed restorative approaches that mitigate and respond to tricky student behavior.
$450
Free Webinar: Equitable Grading
Speaker Series for New Middle and High School Educators.
New teachers describe their first years in schools as overwhelming and isolating. This series offers content of immediate need to middle and high school educators in their first or second year teaching.
Free
Executive Function Skills (MS/HS): Strategies for Identifying and Overcoming Learning Barriers
Instructor: Sarah Ward, MS, CCC/SLP
In this workshop, participants will learn to identify common behaviors and learning barriers associated with delays in executive functioning skills and determine the most effective tools and strategies for providing support.
$125
Transforming Trauma (Level 1): The School as a Healing Community
Virtual Event
Instructor: Dave Melnick, LICSW
In the course we will study the harmful effects of trauma on students, their families, and the workforce, as well as the unique, adaptive capacities people form under conditions of pain and adversity.
$1794
Neurodiversity Centered Practices for Collaboration & Advocacy (Course)
Instructors: Danielle Kent, M.S., CCC-SLP, Kelly Cray, M.Ed.
A 3-credit graduate course with synchronous online meetings.
$1794
Essential Communication Skills: Where SEL, Academics, and Discipline Intersect (Virtual)
Instructor: T. Elijah Hawkes, MSEd
Reimagine how speaking and listening standards can enhance academic learning, social-emotional growth, and restorative practices. March 20 & April 10
$450
Specially Designed Instruction for Functional Skills
Instructor: Danielle Kent, M.S., CCC-SLP
Session 2 of a 4-part series, "Understanding Specially Designed Instruction: Clarifying Its Role Within MTSS Layers." ***Session 1 is required and participants can then choose any or all of the remaining sessions.***
$198
Building Effective MTSS Data Practices
Instructor: Brittany Preston
Districts are often adept at gathering data, but don’t yet know how to leverage it for instructional improvement and better student outcomes. Experience data tools that make the information accessible, easy to interpret, and directly applicable to driving educational decision-making.
$198
Neurodiversity Centered Practices for Collaboration & Advocacy (Workshop Series)
Instructors: Danielle Kent, M.S., CCC-SLP, Kelly Cray, M.Ed.
-a 3-part workshop series
Become a more skilled, affirming, and reflective advocate for the unique needs of every student while building a toolbox for effective collaboration across professional differences, including philosophy and experience, to create a culture of belonging.
$535
Legal Requirements for Student Discipline: Ensuring Due Process for All Students
Instructor: Adrienne Shea
This workshop will consider how to protect students’ due process and disability rights when implementing discipline.
$198
Specially Designed Instruction for Math
Instructor: Kate Hughes
Session 3 of a 4-part series, "Understanding Specially Designed Instruction: Clarifying Its Role Within MTSS Layers." ***Session 1 is required and participants can then choose any or all of the remaining sessions.***
$198
Selective Mutism and Social Anxiety: Helping Students Face Their Fears
Instructor: Zohra Chahal, PhD
Learn how to use evidence-based strategies to help students with selective mutism and social anxiety.
$235
Use the Vermont Early Learning Standards (VELS) to Engage Learners
Instructor: Cathy Siggins, M.Ed.
This workshop will delve into how practitioners can use the Vermont Early Learning Standards to design thoughtful instruction and assessment for our youngest learners.
$198
Free Webinar: Involving Families
Speaker Series for New Middle and High School Educators.
New teachers describe their first years in schools as overwhelming and isolating. This series offers content of immediate need to middle and high school educators in their first or second year teaching.
Free
(Canceled) Act 139: Systematic and Responsive Literacy Instruction that Empowers Every Learner
Instructor: Nicole Gaboriault
This workshop will explore evidence-based practices for literacy instruction in accordance with Act 139.
$198
Transforming Trauma (Level 2): From Harm to Healing
Instructor: Dave Melnick, LICSW
A 3-credit, Level 2 virtual course.
$1920