This interactive session aims to provide educators, administrators, and specialists with practical skills and actionable strategies for engaging in crucial conversations with key adults. By understanding and addressing the diverse needs of families, communities, and staff, educational leaders can foster a collaborative environment that enhances student achievement and engagement._x000D_
This presentation explores the profound impact of domestic terror and racialized trauma on the academic performance of K-12 minoritized student populations. Research shows minoritized students face elevated levels of anxiety, depression, and stress, along with difficulties adjusting to academic and social demands, often coupled with unidentified or unmanaged mental health challenges. The presentation applies leading trauma research and theories to the phenomenon of generational trauma associated with anti-black, anti-brown, political, and domestic terror-based social realities in the lives of underrepresented students. The content is a provocative examination designed to ignite critical-thinking, constructive dialogue, and reflective discussion among classified staff, administrators, faculty, staff, and students. This presentation focuses on the strong correlation between these mental health issues and academic performance of minoritized students, while providing attendees with evidence-based, practical skills to support this unique population of students during their academic journey.
Join us for an informative session on navigating critical incidents involving students at risk within educational settings. This presentation will equip attendees with essential knowledge and skills to effectively respond to students who may be experiencing suicidal ideation, engaging in self-injurious behavior, or demonstrating signs of potential harm to others._x000D_ _x000D_ Participants will first delve into established protocols and comprehensive guidelines designed to identify, assess, and respond to these complex situations in schools. Through interactive discussions and case studies, attendees will gain practical insights into proactive measures and best practices for crisis intervention and management._x000D_ _x000D_ A key focus will be understanding the crucial role of District Crisis Team members in supporting school staff during these sensitive situations. Attendees will explore how these team members collaborate with educators to implement timely interventions and create a safe, supportive environment for students in distress._x000D_ _x000D_ Moreover, participants will learn valuable consultation skills to assist in shaping assessment processes, action plans, and safety protocols following incidents involving at-risk students. This segment will emphasize the importance of ongoing collaboration and support in ensuring comprehensive responses that prioritize student well-being._x000D_ _x000D_ Whether you are a school administrator, counselor, or educator, this presentation offers indispensable tools and strategies for enhancing your ability to navigate and mitigate risks associated with student crises effectively. Join us as we empower our school communities to respond compassionately and proactively to those in need.
Leaders will learn strategies to support special education teachers in building self-efficacy around inclusive practices. As the role of special educators shifts from working in segregated settings to supporting students within general education classrooms, it is crucial for school leaders to help these educators refine their skills and strategies to become effective access specialists in inclusive environments. Supporting the development of self-efficacy in special educators results in greater persistence, adaptability in teaching methods, and increased confidence in their ability to positively impact student learning and achievement.
As the student population changes, so must best practices in assessment. In this session, we will discuss best practices in assessment of transgender students; review obligations as to assessment of English Learners, including how to ensure you are not overidentifying English Learners as students with disabilities; and how to avoid implicit bias in assessment. This session will feature both a legal lens on changing assessment practices and a practical lens on how to best implement those changing assessment practices.
This session will give an overview of the Best Interest Determination meeting process for Foster Youth and McKinney-Vento students, including legal requirements and best practices for implementation. The complex transportation needs of students will be discussed, as well as ideas for cost-sharing, and navigation of complex cases.
