This content is emailed weekly to leaders in special education and Section 504. Each newsletter contains tips and resources on a variety of topics that are meant to keep you informed and up to date. Please consult your district attorney if you are looking for legal advice.  

This week's newsletter includes links to information on:

Section 504
Preventing and Addressing Discrimination in Student Discipline

Autism
Brain Study Suggests ASD Develops Differently in Girls than Boys

ESY
2 Keys for IEP teams planning extended school year services

Instruction
Why Some Kids Struggle With Math Word Problems

Secondary Transition
Voices of Change Transition Forum

Upcoming Classes and Events 

• Multiple dates | Special Education Teachers Office Hours
• 5/4 | Early Learning Summit
• 5/8 & 15 | Adverse Childhood Experiences
• 5/12 & 26 | Supporting Students With Dyslexia With Courage and Heart
• 5/22 | Hear Me, See Me, Before You Try to Change Me
• 5/13 | Identifying and Serving Students With Disabilities Learning English
• 5/25 & 6/2 | Social Emotional Learning for Inclusive Practice
• 5/19 | Cultivating Inclusion Celebration
• 6/9 | Identifying and Teaching Children at Risk for Dyslexia
• 6/29 | Dyslexia & Literacy Instruction: Orthographic & Morphological Skills & Knowledge
• 6/26 | Future-Focused Educators’ Summit: Leadership Pathway 
• 6/27-29 | Future-Focused Educators’ Summit

Have a nice weekend, for more information, contact Abby Bowers.