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Supporting Inclusionary Practices

AWSP is proud to be one of many organizations involved with the IPPDP cadre as an external partner navigating the implementation of better inclusionary practices for Washington state educators; our focus being, of course, YOU, the building lead learners. Since November 2019, AWSP has embarked on a “fact-finding” crusade to measure the understanding of what inclusion and inclusionary practices are from our members’ perspective and evaluate what the immediate needs are in order to embed targeted inclusionary practices within all of our professional learning opportunities. 



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Trainings and Resources from Dr. Shelley Moore

Dr. Shelley Moore is a world-renowned educator, YouTube video sensation, TED talker, and our neighbor to the north. Based in Vancouver, B.C., Shelley Moore is a highly sought-after teacher, researcher, consultant, and storyteller. She has worked with school districts and community organizations throughout both Canada and the United States.



The Infrastructure of Inclusion

AWSP is excited to partner with Dr. Shelley Moore on "The Infrastructure of Inclusion." Advanced districts with previous training from Dr. Shelley Moore will be invited to set up collaborative coaching sessions to coordinate with the series

5 Moore Minutes + AWSP: Podcasts

We are proud to present Shelley Moore's special edition of 5 Moore Minutes videos and podcast in partnership with AWSP. Watch her videos on the role of place, the importance of presuming competence, and more.

Professional Learning From Internationally Renowned Inclusion Experts

We were able to bring you many incredible speakers and educators for free through our Inclusionary Practices grant through OSPI. Increase your inclusionary practices praxis with presenters Shelley Moore, Dr. Lauren Katzman, Dan Habib, Samuel Habib, LeDerick Horne, Keith Jones, and Dr. Alfredo Artiles. All of our inclusionary practices professional learning workshops, podcasts and resources are available on our LMS. 

Key Terms Related to Inclusionary Practices

As part of the Inclusionary Practices Project, many partners across the state are working collaboratively to align inclusionary practices. This includes the creation of agreed upon definitions of key terms related to inclusionary practices. 

Recent Blog Posts


Special Education and 504 Tips & Resources | March 12 Edition

Mar 12, 2021, 09:22 AM by David Morrill
Weekly special education and Section 504 resources from Abby Bowers, Capital Region ESD 113's Director of Special Programs.

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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
5 Options for Resolving a 504 Plan Dispute

Improving Outcomes
A 7-Step Process to Writing Standards-based IEPs

Grade Retention
Will it Help?

Case Law
Legal Decisions for Special Education COVID–19 Issues: Emerging Answers

Do2Learn
Supporting Students With Intellectual Disabilities

Self-Care
When Trauma Gets Stuck in the Body

OSPI
March Special Education Update


OSPI & DCYF IDEA 45th Anniversary Celebration - Part 2

Joint DCYF & OSPI IDEA 45th Anniversary Virtual Celebration: Celebrating 45 Years of Special Education
Join OSPI and DCYF on Monday, March 22, from 3–4:30 p.m. for a virtual celebration of Washington State’s journey over the last 45 years of providing education, resources, supports and services to infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities and their families. Superintendent Reykdal and Director of Special Education Services Tania May will be speaking.

If you have questions about the celebration, please email Sue Rose. ESIT Stakeholder Engagement Manager. Register now.


Upcoming Classes and Events

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


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