The Region 4 Special Education department is dedicated to advancing educational outcomes for students with disabilities. To this end, the department empowers educators and others working for fairness on behalf of students with disabilities by providing quality professional development, customized services, and products that promote evidence-based practices. The Region 4 Special Education staff approach their work with optimism, energy, and confidence, working pragmatically with current challenges while moving toward future solutions.

Events

Events found: 8
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Tuesday, August 5-Wednesday, August 6
Standards-Based IEP Process Training

The focus of this session is developing present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP) development based on student data, drafting annual goals (academic and/or functional) and objectives, if...

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Wednesday, August 27
Implementing the IEP in the General Education Classroom

Explore the roles and responsibilities of the general and special education teacher in the classroom. Engage in ways that these two roles collaboratively plan and implement the IEP for students...

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Friday, September 12
Navigating Ethical Landscapes: A Map for SLPs

This session is designed to equip school-based speech-language pathologists (SLPs) with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complex ethical dilemmas encountered in educational settings. Participants will delve into...

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Wednesday, October 1
Progress Monitoring in Special Education: Holding Us Accountable

Explore key components of progress monitoring tools to monitor academic and behavior progress of students with disabilities in a face-to-face or virtual setting.

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Thursday, October 9-Thursday, November 6
Early Childhood Special Education and Pre-K Boot Camp

Build Confidence in Your Early Childhood Classroom Whether you're new to Pre-K or Early Childhood Special Education—or just need a refresher—this 4-day Boot Camp is designed to strengthen your skills...

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Friday, October 17
Enhancing Executive Functions in Students: A Collaborative Approach

This session is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in assessing and addressing executive function (EF) deficits in students.  Participants will learn practical strategies for integrating...

Meet Your District Advancement Champions

LINDA HALL, PhD, NCED, RPED, CTSBS
LINDA HALL, PhD, NCED, RPED, CTSBS

Assistant Director

713-744-6399

lhall@esc4.net

Kelley Watt
Kelley Watt

Coordinator

713-744-6363

kelley.watt@esc4.net

KRISTIE MOORE
KRISTIE MOORE

Coordinator

713-744-6361

kristie.moore@esc4.net

MARINA MCCORMICK
MARINA MCCORMICK

Coordinator

713-744-6329

marina.mccormick@esc4.net

Ashley Whitley
Ashley Whitley

Mental Health Specialist

713-744-6321

ashley.whitley@esc4.net

CATHY WILLIAMS
CATHY WILLIAMS

Education Specialist II

713-744-6801

cathy.williams@esc4.net

KARA ZWOLINSKI
KARA ZWOLINSKI

Education Specialist II

713-744-6562

kara.zwolinski@esc4.net

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Special Education Information Center

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Special Education Information Center

The Special Education Information Center (SPEDTex) works collaboratively with stakeholders to provide resources and facilitate collaboration that supports the development and delivery of services to children with disabilities in our State.