Professional Development
Tier 1 AAC Foundations Module - 2-Day Training
Tier 1 AAC Foundations Module - 2-Day Training![]()
Tier 1 AAC Foundations Module - 2-Day Training
Date: February 24 & 25, 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Space is limited, Register Now!
AAC Foundations is part of Building Tiered Supports for AAC, and is the first of three tiers of training. The AAC Foundations trainings are designed to bring speech-language pathologists together with teachers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, school psychologists, behaviorists, paraeducators...anyone who can play a critical role in a collective team supporting the language and communication skill development for our students who use aided forms of communication.
These sessions were designed to not only give you new content or ideas to explore, but to connect, collaborate and engage in ways to make this information meaningful and to practice with some new skills. You will get the most out of these trainings if you are ready to start on time, and remain present and engaged throughout our time together. We will walk you through some opening routines at the start of our first session, to make sure everyone is ready to go, and then each subsequent session will start with some pre-session activity, and all sessions will end with some post-session activity to extend your learning. The bulk of our time together will be “live” with lots of opportunities for you to be active (through chats, polls, surveys, exploration, and collaboration in breakout groups).
AAC Foundations is part of Building Tiered Supports for AAC, and is the first of three tiers of training. The AAC Foundations trainings are designed to bring speech-language pathologists together with teachers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, school psychologists, behaviorists, paraeducators...anyone who can play a critical role in a collective team supporting the language and communication skill development for our students who use aided forms of communication.
These sessions were designed to not only give you new content or ideas to explore, but to connect, collaborate and engage in ways to make this information meaningful and to practice with some new skills. You will get the most out of these trainings if you are ready to start on time, and remain present and engaged throughout our time together. We will walk you through some opening routines at the start of our first session, to make sure everyone is ready to go, and then each subsequent session will start with some pre-session activity, and all sessions will end with some post-session activity to extend your learning. The bulk of our time together will be “live” with lots of opportunities for you to be active (through chats, polls, surveys, exploration, and collaboration in breakout groups).
This course meets the requirements for 12 hours of continuing professional development for Speech-Language Pathologists as required by the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Licensing Board (PDP #338). 100% attendance is required to earn CEUs.
***NOTE: Please bring your own technology (laptop, Ipad, charger, etc.) and be aware we have limited power strip availability***
Registration Link: Click Here to Register
Assistive Technology to Support Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Assistive Technology to Support Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Date: February 28, 2025
Time: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Time: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
***VIRTUAL TRAINING AT NO COST***
Students diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder process visual information easier than auditory information. Research has shown that use of Assistive Technology (AT) can support individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Assistive Technology is defined as: "Any item, piece of equipment, or product system acquired commercially off-the-shelf, modified, or customized that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities." When addressing AT needs, the assessment process includes a feature match to student needs. Assistive Technology enables students with autism spectrum disorders to process information through their stronger learning modality. This training will discuss a variety of Assistive Technology tools that can support individuals with an autism spectrum disorder.
Participants will be able to
- Identify student characteristics/needs that can be addressed through Assistive Technology.
- List assistive technology tools to support students with an autism spectrum disorder.
- Organize AT into core areas to support every aspect of daily living in order to improve the functional capabilities of individuals with autism.
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Please note: There is a registration minimum requirement that must be met. If not met, training may be cancelled.
Madera-Mariposa SELPA Member LEAs: Please note if attendee is a no-show without prior cancellation notification, there will be a no-show fee charged to your LEA.
Madera-Mariposa SELPA Member LEAs: Please note if attendee is a no-show without prior cancellation notification, there will be a no-show fee charged to your LEA.
Registration Link: Click Here to Register
Equity-Centered Continuous Improvement Through P-3 Assessments: Module 4
Equity-Centered Continuous Improvement Through P-3 Assessments: Module 4![]()
Equity-Centered Continuous Improvement Through P-3 Assessments: Module 4
Date: March 4, 2025
Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
GUIDING QUESTION: How can assessments be used to support equitable, high-quality UTK and P-3 programs?
Registration Link: Click Here to Register
Central Valley Region VII 19th Annual Literacy Conference 2025
Central Valley Region VII 19th Annual Literacy Conference 2025![]()
Central Valley Region VII 19th Annual Literacy Conference 2025
Date: March 5, 2025
Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The 19th Annual Region VII Central Valley Literacy Conference is March 5, 2025, at the Fresno Convention Center - New Exhibit Hall.
From Pages to Possibilities: Empowering Dreams Through Reading
The dynamic keynote speakers are Mychal Threets, beloved librarian, Literacy Ambassador, and social media personality and Minh Lê, award-winning author of picture books including Drawn Together (winner of the 2019 Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature) and The Blur as well as middle grade graphic novels Green Lantern: Legacy and Enlighten Me.
Registration Link: Click Here to Register
Handwriting Without Tears Print (K-2)
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Handwriting Without Tears Print (K-2)
Date: March 5, 2025
Time: 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Space is limited, register today!
Participants will engage in hands-on learning with program materials as well as participate in collaborative learning, peer networking, and action planning. Educators will leave with a complete understanding of how to implement the Readiness and Writing curriculum followed by the Handwriting Without Tears Print curriculum with students and strategies for basic differentation, modification and remediation.
Participants will engage in hands-on learning with program materials as well as participate in collaborative learning, peer networking, and action planning. Educators will leave with a complete understanding of how to implement the Readiness and Writing curriculum followed by the Handwriting Without Tears Print curriculum with students and strategies for basic differentation, modification and remediation.
Learning Outcomes for:
Readiness and Writing (PreK)
- Plan your instruction based on developmental stages for readiness that will foster important sensory motor and social-emotional skills.
- Identify playful ways to teach fine motor skills and grip using music and tools for little hands.
- Discover our step-by-step approach to effectively teach coloring skills.
- Implement purposeful hands-on, multisensory manipulatives, music, and digital learning to teach size, shape, position in space, and alphabet knowledge to support emerging writing skill development.
- Implement purposefully designed materials to help children progress from coloring, tracing letters, and numbers to writing their names
Handwriting Without Tears Print (K-2)
- Describe the importance of the handwriting process as a means to teach or remediate letters, words, and sentences.
- Implement purposeful hands-on, multisensory manipulative, music, and digital learning to teach grip, position concepts, alphabet knowledge, and letter formation.
- Examine how double lines lead to student writing success and apply strategies to help students write on any type of lined paper.
- Identify at least two additional resources to support handwriting instruction and intervention including the Screener of Handwriting Proficiency.
- To receive a refund, cancelations must be submitted in writing 5 business days prior to registration deadline.
- Substitutions should be submitted in writing prior to the registration deadline.
- Cancellations received less than 5 business days prior to registration deadline will not received a refund.
Registration Link: Click Here to Register
What is Dyslexia
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What is Dyslexia
Date: March 11, 2025
Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm
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This training is designed to help educators and families understand what dyslexia is according to the definition provided in the California Dyslexia Guidelines (2017). Key features of the definition will be highlighted and explained, followed by a brief discussion of identifying dyslexia through assessment. Finally, best practices for teaching students with dyslexia are described.
This training is designed to help educators and families understand what dyslexia is according to the definition provided in the California Dyslexia Guidelines (2017). Key features of the definition will be highlighted and explained, followed by a brief discussion of identifying dyslexia through assessment. Finally, best practices for teaching students with dyslexia are described.
Participants will be able to
- Be familiar with the key characteristics of California Dyslexia Guidelines (2017).
- Identify assessment considerations given this definition of dyslexia.
- Learn about recommended teaching strategies to address educational needs of students with dyslexia.
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Please note: There is a registration minimum requirement that must be met. If not met, training may be cancelled.
Madera-Mariposa SELPA Member LEAs:
Please note if attendee is a no-show without prior cancellation notification, there will be a no-show fee charged to your LEA.
Please note: There is a registration minimum requirement that must be met. If not met, training may be cancelled.
Madera-Mariposa SELPA Member LEAs:
Please note if attendee is a no-show without prior cancellation notification, there will be a no-show fee charged to your LEA.
Registration Link: Click Here to Register
The Journey to PROTECT & Student Prevention Education Curriculum – Human Trafficking Prevention Training
The Journey to PROTECT & Student Prevention Education Curriculum – Human Trafficking Prevention Training![]()
The Journey to PROTECT & Student Prevention Education Curriculum – Human Trafficking Prevention Training
Date: March 14, 2025
Time: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
From understanding the federal definition of human trafficking to recognizing the nuanced indicators, with a focus on children and youth in school settings, this training provides a deep dive into the complexities of trafficking. Delve into the intricacies of risk factors, from intergenerational trauma to systemic issues like racism and discrimination, and learn how to identify and build protective factors that decrease vulnerability. Participants will also receive training on the Student Prevention Education Curriculum Training for students (K-12).
Registration Link: Click Here to Register
Pyramid Model 3/Intentionally Planning to Take Advantage of Teachable Moments
Pyramid Model 3/Intentionally Planning to Take Advantage of Teachable Moments![]()
Pyramid Model 3/Intentionally Planning to Take Advantage of Teachable Moments
Date: March 18, 2025
Time: Time not specified
Morning Session
Pyramid Module 3
In this session, we will dive into tier 3 of the Pyramid Model to learn how to proactively teach social emotional literacy, rather than being reactive to unwanted behaviors. We will discuss emotional awareness to help children recognize and understand their own feelings and actions as well as those of others. We will also learn how to help children become aware of how our feelings and actions affect ourselves and others. Finally, we will discuss the importance of self-regulation and learn how to support children in being
able to express their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in socially appropriate ways and to work through conflict with others.
Outcomes: As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:
• utilize positive behavior supports to promote social and emotional competence in children.
• develop intentional lessons that support the teaching of emotional literacy.
• implement strategies to support children in developing self-regulation, conflict resolution, and social
problem-solving.
I/T Suggested Materials:
Afternon Session
Powerful interactions, expanded feedback, and using juicy words do not just happen. As teachers, we must become facilitators who encourage children to expand their learning. Teachers who intentionally plan concepts that are interesting and allow children to experiment and explore their environments not only deepen their learning but also expand their world. We will explore strategies teachers can use daily to assist with enriching their environments to scaffold learning.
Outcomes: As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:
• examine strategies for intentionally planning around children’s interests and discuss strategies that will
aid in improving the quality of language used in the classroom.
• identify ways to encourage children to guide their learning and exploring.
Pyramid Module 3
In this session, we will dive into tier 3 of the Pyramid Model to learn how to proactively teach social emotional literacy, rather than being reactive to unwanted behaviors. We will discuss emotional awareness to help children recognize and understand their own feelings and actions as well as those of others. We will also learn how to help children become aware of how our feelings and actions affect ourselves and others. Finally, we will discuss the importance of self-regulation and learn how to support children in being
able to express their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in socially appropriate ways and to work through conflict with others.
Outcomes: As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:
• utilize positive behavior supports to promote social and emotional competence in children.
• develop intentional lessons that support the teaching of emotional literacy.
• implement strategies to support children in developing self-regulation, conflict resolution, and social
problem-solving.
I/T Suggested Materials:
Afternon Session
Powerful interactions, expanded feedback, and using juicy words do not just happen. As teachers, we must become facilitators who encourage children to expand their learning. Teachers who intentionally plan concepts that are interesting and allow children to experiment and explore their environments not only deepen their learning but also expand their world. We will explore strategies teachers can use daily to assist with enriching their environments to scaffold learning.
Outcomes: As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:
• examine strategies for intentionally planning around children’s interests and discuss strategies that will
aid in improving the quality of language used in the classroom.
• identify ways to encourage children to guide their learning and exploring.
Registration Link: Click Here to Register
Equity-Centered Continuous Improvement Through P-3 Assessments: Module 4
Equity-Centered Continuous Improvement Through P-3 Assessments: Module 4![]()
Equity-Centered Continuous Improvement Through P-3 Assessments: Module 4
Date: March 25, 2025
Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
GUIDING QUESTION: How can assessments be used to support equitable, high-quality UTK and P-3 programs?
Registration Link: Click Here to Register
Intentional Interactions: Promoting Higher Order Thinking & Language Skills Through Intentional Play
Intentional Interactions: Promoting Higher Order Thinking & Language Skills Through Intentional Play![]()
Intentional Interactions: Promoting Higher Order Thinking & Language Skills Through Intentional Play
Date: April 2, 2025
Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Morning Session
Join us as we explore ways to build a calm and engaging environment using effective classroom management strategies. Implementing a predictable daily schedule, with simple routines, and quick transitions with learning embedded creates consistency among children. In return, teachers can maximize
learning time while children gain responsibility and autonomy. We will collaborate with our colleagues to develop a plan to implement clear and consistent expectations for effective routines and procedures.
Outcomes: As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:
• develop a daily schedule with clear routines to create consistency and predictability.
• implement effective transitions that promote independence and the continuation of learning.
Join us as we explore ways to build a calm and engaging environment using effective classroom management strategies. Implementing a predictable daily schedule, with simple routines, and quick transitions with learning embedded creates consistency among children. In return, teachers can maximize
learning time while children gain responsibility and autonomy. We will collaborate with our colleagues to develop a plan to implement clear and consistent expectations for effective routines and procedures.
Outcomes: As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:
• develop a daily schedule with clear routines to create consistency and predictability.
• implement effective transitions that promote independence and the continuation of learning.
Afternoon Session
As teachers, we must become facilitators who encourage children to expand their learning. Teachers who intentionally plan concepts that are interesting and allow children to experiment and explore
their environment to not only deepen their learning but also expand their world. We will discuss ways to promote students’ higher order thinking skills through intentional play by providing opportunities for children to use evaluation, thinking, and creativity when solving problems. We will also learn ways to connect concepts across activities to bring concepts to life and allow children to apply them to the world around them or their own life.
Outcomes: As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:
• design a learning environment that allows children to experiment and explore concepts to deepen
their learning.
• plan intentional discussions and activities that promote students’ higher order thinking skills.
As teachers, we must become facilitators who encourage children to expand their learning. Teachers who intentionally plan concepts that are interesting and allow children to experiment and explore
their environment to not only deepen their learning but also expand their world. We will discuss ways to promote students’ higher order thinking skills through intentional play by providing opportunities for children to use evaluation, thinking, and creativity when solving problems. We will also learn ways to connect concepts across activities to bring concepts to life and allow children to apply them to the world around them or their own life.
Outcomes: As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:
• design a learning environment that allows children to experiment and explore concepts to deepen
their learning.
• plan intentional discussions and activities that promote students’ higher order thinking skills.
Registration Link: Click Here to Register
Youth Vaping Alternative Program Education (YVAPE) & Kick-IT CA Webinar
vIRTUALYouth Vaping Alternative Program Education (YVAPE) & Kick-IT CA Webinar![]()
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Youth Vaping Alternative Program Education (YVAPE) & Kick-IT CA Webinar
Date: April 2, 2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Kick It California (formerly the California Smokers' Helpline) offers this 60-minute webinar to schools, community organizations, and health professionals on their alternative to suspension program and cessation referral process for students using tobacco, nicotine vapes, and cannabis vape devices. Participants will obtain a clear understanding of the process of referral, what takes place after referral, the tracking systems for referrals, and other available resources.
Registration Link: Click Here to Register
