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, July 22-Friday, July 25
Signing in Exact English (SEE) Skill Shop

No matter your proficiency level, our expert instructors will guide you through intensive, level-matched small groups for maximum impact. Join us at the Region 4 Signing Exact English Skill Shop and take...

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Wednesday, July 30-Thursday, July 31
Aligned! 2025: From Child Find to IEP Implementation

Join us Wednesday, July 30 and Thursday, July 31 for this statewide virtual conference focused on child find; evaluation; and admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) support topics. The Aligned! 2025:...

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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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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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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

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.