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
OCR Guidance to Schools on the Bullying of Students With Disabilities
Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth (CDHY)
Professional Development
Secondary Transition
School to Adulthood: Transition Planning Toolkit for High School, Life, and Work
Grade Retention
Should You Retain Students?
Articles and Resources
Inclusive Practices
Students With Limited Verbal Capabilities Can Thrive in Inclusive Classrooms
OSPI
Free Course: Understanding and Recognizing Dyslexia for Washington Educators
Proposed Student Assessment Plan for 2020-21
March Special Education Update
Upcoming Classes and Events
- Multiple dates: Special Education Teachers Office Hours
- 4/8: AESD/OSPI Monthly Webinar Series: Overview of 2021 Special Education WAC Revisions
- 4/14-22: Engaging Challenging Conversation
- 4/19-23: Paraprofessional Fundamental Course of Study
- 5/19: Cultivating Inclusion Celebration
Have a nice weekend. For more information, contact Abby Bowers.

