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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. 

Download Key Terms (PDF)

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Special Education and 504 Tips & Resources | Oct. 14, 2022

Oct 14, 2022, 08:49 AM by David Morrill
These resources are sent out weekly to leaders in special education and Section 504. Each post contains tips and resources on a variety of topics that are meant to keep you informed and up-to-date.

 

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The content from this post comes from Dr. Whitehead's weekly email.

These posts are sent out weekly to leaders in special education and Section 504. Each post 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, as this is out of my realm. The opinions contained herein are my own.

Check out our SLP conference call for presenters below. Please feel free to pass this on to anyone interested. 

Please feel free to reach out if you have ideas on topics and resources. This week’s post includes links to information on:

Scenario:

S.S v. Bd. Of Education of Harford Cty., 77 LRP 182 (D.Md.2020)

Background:

A student with Autism and other conditions exhibited serious behaviors, including noncompliance, throwing, and self-hitting. The IEP team delayed for months in conducting an FBA to address the behavior problems, and when completed, the resulting interventions did not address all problem behaviors, such as the student pulling out her hair, and her self-hitting in fact increased. On one occasion, the student eloped from school and was found in a parking lot, where another parent returned her to the classroom (staff were dealing with another student and did not notice she had left). On other occasions, a peer attached and scratched the students, and the school first created a Safety Plan, and when the student was again attacked by the peer, separated the students. 

Parents filed suit for denial of FAPE and gross misjudgment seeking financial compensation.

How did the Court rule? Was there a denial of FAPE and gross misjudgment? Click on the link below to find out.

Court’s Ruling & Takeaway

Everyone:

College Transition Summit for students, parents, and professionals regarding students with disabilities transitioning to college — Thank you, Kerri Blankenship
Restorative Practices

504:

Eligibility Determination for Section 504 Services — Thank you, Kristin Hennessey
Section 504 Plan blank paperwork example — Thank you, Kristin Hennessey
504 Training Beyond the Basics — By OSPI

Special Education & 504 Case Law:

Eligibility determination and settlement agreement waivers

Special Education:

Guidance on Creating MOU to Support Inclusive Early Childhood System

OSPI:

State Requirements for Withdrawing, Claiming, Reporting, & Responding to Student Absences
 Leadership Team Activities Care Package
KESE Report

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