Back by Popular Demand the 2025-2026 Special Education Summer Academy is offering a one day conference style workshop. The workshops are designed for Special Education staff members who teach in an Achieve, Connect, Elevate, Strive, or Rise classrooms AND staff members who provide behavior support to students in the resource & inclusion settings (i.e. "Focus Programming"). During the one day conference staff will have the opportunity to choose the sessions they are interested in taking and collaborate within their professional learning communities to explore the foundations of behavior & instruction, identify critical attributes of highly effective structured programs, and practice the skills needed to arrange classroom environments and be ready to welcome students on the first day of school!
To register for a session, simply click the radio button on the upper left side next to the title and the session is automatically added to your schedule. If the session is full, DON’T WORRY, register anyway for the wait list. We will be checking the numbers throughout the month and make room for all the waitlisters.
A continuation of last years fun and engaging session, The Therapeutic Environment is a hands-on training which will explore the latest research on creating a therapeutic classroom environment that promotes growth and well-being for all students. Special education teachers and staff will engage in interactive activities, discover practical strategies, and take home a wealth of resources to create a supportive, calming space for learning. Get ready for an enjoyable, resource-packed session that will leave you feeling inspired and equipped to make a positive impact in your classroom!
The session is available twice for your convenience.
A continuation of last years fun and engaging session, The Therapeutic Environment is a hands-on training which will explore the latest research on creating a therapeutic classroom environment that promotes growth and well-being for all students. Special education teachers and staff will engage in interactive activities, discover practical strategies, and take home a wealth of resources to create a supportive, calming space for learning. Get ready for an enjoyable, resource-packed session that will leave you feeling inspired and equipped to make a positive impact in your classroom!
The session is available twice for your convenience.
Join us for a fascinating and informative training session that explores the latest research on autism and brain development, tailored specifically for special education teachers and staff. We'll dive into how brain differences influence learning, behavior, and sensory processing, and share practical, research-backed strategies to support your students. Expect a lively discussion filled with fresh insights and actionable ideas to enhance your classroom practices!
The session is available twice for your convenience.
I received my Masters degree in Special Education with a focus on Autism from UNT. My Bachelors is from SMU in English letters. I have worked for Plano ISD for 20 years, and I have been in Education for 25 years having previously worked in Highland Park ISD as an English 1 and English... Read More →
