Strand 3: Agenda and Materials
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Tuesday, August 3, 2010
5:30-7:00 Reception for All Participants
Regency Foyer
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
7:30-5:00 Continental Breakfast
Regency Foyer
8:30-9:10 Greetings (S3 – 100)
Regency Ballroom
Presenters:
- Alexa Posny, Assistant Secretary, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS)
- Marcia Harding, President, Board of the National Association of State Directors of Special Education (NASDSE), AR;
- Connie Hawkins, Executive Director, Region 2 Parent Technical Assistance Center(PTAC) at Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center (ECAC), NC
- Brad Hutton, President, Infant and Toddler Coordinators Association (ITCA), NY
- Lynne Kahn, Director, National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center (NECTAC), NC
- Rich Lewis, Director, Mid-South Regional Resource Center (MSRRC), Member of the Regional Resource Center Program (RRCP), KY
- Michele Rovins, Director, Technical Assistance Coordination Center (TACC), DC
9:10-9:30 Keynote Speaker (S3 – 101)
Regency Ballroom
Presenter:
- Kareem Dale, Special Assistant to the President for Disability Policy, The White House
9:30-11:00 Cross Departmental Panel (S3 – 102)
Regency Ballroom
A panel of representatives from different offices within the U.S. Department of Education (Department) will respond to directed questions regarding the conference theme, “Collaboration to Achieve Success from Cradle to Career.” Conference participants will have an opportunity to interact with the panel through a brief question and answer session at the end of the presentation.
Presenters:
- David Bergeron, Acting Assistant Secretary for Policy, Planning and Innovation, Office of Postsecondary Education
- Brenda Dann-Messier, Assistant Secretary, Office of Vocational and Adult Education
- Jacqueline Jones, Special Advisor to the Secretary for Early Learning
- Thelma Melendez, Assistant Secretary, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education
- Alexa Posny, Assistant Secretary, OSERS
Facilitators:
- Ruth Ryder, Division Director, OSEP
- Larry Wexler, Division Director, OSEP
11:00-11:15 Break
11:15-12:15 Panel of Conference Participants Reflects and Responds to the Cross Departmental Panel (S3 – 103a)
Regency Ballroom
iLinc Recording
A panel of representatives from conference participants will reflect on the previous panel’s presentation and respond to directed questions regarding the conference theme, “Collaboration to Achieve Success from Cradle to Career.” Conference participants will have an opportunity to interact with the panel through a brief question and answer session at the end of the presentation.
Presenters:
- Paula Goldberg, Executive Director, National PTAC
- Marcia Harding, President, NASDSE Board, AR;
- Brad Hutton, President, ITCA, NY
- Val Andrews James, Chair, 619 Consortium and Arizona 619 Coordinator
Facilitator:
- Alexa Posny, Assistant Secretary, OSERS
12:15-12:45 Regency Ballroom
Tribute to Patricia J. Guard (S3-103b)
12:45-1:00
Break
1:00-2:00 Independence Center
Lunch
2:00-2:15
Break
2:15-3:30
Concurrent Sessions
Innovative Uses of ARRA Funds: How to Avoid the Funding Cliff and Improve Outcomes for Infants, Toddlers, Children and Youth with Disabilities
(S3 – 104) Regency Ballroom AB
This session will provide an innovative example of using ARRA funds to improve outcomes while avoiding the funding cliff and introduce the Fidelity of Implementation Module from IRIS, an OSEP-sponsored project that can be used to enhance the use of ARRA funds.
Presenters:
- Naomi Tyler, Director, IRIS Center, Vanderbilt University, TN
- Karen Walker, WA Part C Coordinator
Powerpoint (Tyler)
Powerpoint (Walker)
Fidelity of Implementation (Tyler)
Helping States Meet ARRA Requirements: Selected Topics in Monitoring and Section 1512 Quarterly Reporting
(S3 – 105) Regency Ballroom CD
The ARRA includes several complex requirements, including section 1512 reporting and section 1511 infrastructure certification. In addition, IDEA requirements that had not previously been highlighted became of increased importance. This session will focus on these and other complex requirements that States have requested clarification about. OSEP will also discuss upcoming ARRA monitoring activities. Finally, two States will present information on how they conduct fiscal monitoring.
Presenters:
- Diana Chang, MSIP, OSEP
- Sheryl Parkhurst, MSIP, OSEP
- Stephanie Petska, Director of Special Education Division for Learning Support: Equity and Advocacy, WI Department of Public Instruction
- Lorene Reagan, Administrator, Child and Family Supports and Services, Bureau of Developmental Services, NH
- Matthew Schneer, MSIP, OSEP
- Daniel Schreier, MSIP, OSEP
Powerpoint (Petska)
Powerpoint (Reagan)
Powerpoint (RAF)
Overview of the National Education Technology Plan (NETP)
(S3 – 106) Regency Ballroom E
This session will provide an overview of the Department's draft NETP. The NETP presents a model of 21st century learning powered by technology, with goals and recommendations in five essential areas: learning, assessment, teaching, infrastructure, and productivity. The plan also identifies far-reaching “grand challenge problems” that should be funded and coordinated at a national level. Participants will hear from the Office of Education Technology (OET) about how technology-based learning and assessment systems will be pivotal in improving student learning and generating data that can be used to continuously improve the education system at all levels and for all children, including children with disabilities.
Presenter: Steve Midgley, Deputy Director, OET
Powerpoint
Supporting Early Childhood Transition – FAQ Now What?
(S3 – 107) Regency Ballroom F
This session will focus on Technical Assistance (TA) opportunities and resources to support State transition processes and practices while addressing changes in the OSEP requirements. Recently developed materials will be shared, including: self assessment tools for States to use in evaluating and modifying their early childhood transition systems; several information sheets and scenarios that address transition notification, definitions, and timelines as presented in the Early Childhood Transition FAQ released on December, 2009. Two States will share their approaches to implementing changes. Participants will have the opportunity to share and discuss issues.
Presenters:
- Jim Henson, TA Service Coordinator, MSRRC
- Mary Louise Jones, Director, Preschool Programs, LA Department of Education
- Sally Golden-McCord, Performance Improvement Unit Director, Children Medical Services Network, FL Department of Health
- Karen Mikkelsen, Senior Program Associate, Northeast RRC, VT
- Kim Mitchell, MSIP, OSEP
- Ginger Sheppard, MSIP, OSEP
- Kathy Whaley, TA Specialist, NECTAC, NC
Powerpoints:
Designing, Developing, Implementing, and Using Longitudinal Data Systems to Improve Student Learning
(S3 – 108) Potomac Rooms 1&2
OSEP and the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) will present on the longitudinal data systems that the Department supports. These grants are intended to support States with the development and implementation of systems that promote the linking of data across time and databases, from early childhood into career, including matching teachers to students, while protecting student privacy and confidentiality consistent with applicable privacy protection laws.
Presenters:
- Tate Gould, Senior Program Officer, Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems Grant Program, NCES
- Meredith Miceli, RTP, OSEP
- Nancy Smith, Director of Longitudinal Data Systems Initiatives, NCES
- Kelly Worthington, RTP, OSEP
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Recruiting and Retaining Personnel from Cradle to Career (S3 – 109)
Potomac Rooms 3&4
This session will focus on policies and strategies of States and high-need districts for recruitment and retention of personnel to meet the needs of disabled children and youth. The panel of leaders and experts represent States and districts with high levels of retention, and will discuss challenges of recruiting and retaining personnel, along with examples of recruitment and retention strategies to address those challenges in their respective States. The panel will also address the potential impact of anticipated Federal initiatives on the recruitment and retention of personnel. Panelists will discuss initiatives for cradle to career.
Presenters:
- Susan Batson, Director, Division of Special Populations, LA
- Susan Davis, Section Chief, Program Improvement and Professional Development, Exceptional Children Division, NC
- Phoebe Gillespie, Director, Personal Improvement Center, VA
- James Hargest, Consultant, MD
- Kalisha Miller, Chief, Student Achievement and Support Section, MD
Moderator:
- Rich Robison, Executive Director, Federation for Children with Special Needs, MA
Powerpoint (Batson)
Powerpoint (Davis)
Powerpoint (Gillespie)
Powerpoint (Hargest)
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Makes the Grade: Firm Goals, Flexible Means
(S3 – 110) Potomac Rooms 5&6
This panel discussion will highlight the ways in which the implementation of UDL can successfully impact parents and families, early childhood instruction and a school-wide climate that enhances achievement for all students. Providing “flexibility in the ways information is presented, in the ways students respond or demonstrate knowledge and skills, and in the ways students are engaged” (Higher Education Opportunity Act, 2008), maintains high academic standards within all aspects of the curriculum: goals, methods, materials & assessments.
Presenters:
- Karen Erickson, Professor, Director, Center for Literacy & Disability Studies, UNC
- Ricki Sabia, Associate Director of the Policy Center, National Down Syndrome Society, DC
- Skip Stahl, Senior Policy Analyst, CAST, MA
Powerpoint (Erickson - Sabia - Stahl)
Handouts (Erickson - Sabia - Stahl):
The Facts for Educators
The Facts for Families
The Facts for Administrators
Fact Sheet: English Language
Learners and UDL
UDL Guidelines - Educator Checklist
OSEP Part D Investments
(S3 – 111) Washington Room
This session will describe OSEP’s Part D discretionary investments in technical assistance, personnel development, technology, parent centers, State personnel development, and Part B investments to improve the capacity of States to meet data collection requirements. In addition, an overview of the Part D planning process will be provided. Participants will have an opportunity to provide input regarding future investments.
Presenter: Larry Wexler, Division Director, RTP, OSEP
Break
3:45-5:00
Concurrent Sessions (Repeated)
Innovative Uses of ARRA Funds: How to Avoid the Funding Cliff and Improve Outcomes for Infants, Toddlers, Children and Youth with Disabilities
(S3 – 112) Regency Ballroom AB
Helping States Meet ARRA Requirements: Selected Topics in Monitoring and Section 1512 Quarterly Reporting
(S3 – 113) Regency Ballroom CD
Overview of the National Education Technology Plan
(S3 – 114) Regency Ballroom E
Supporting Early Childhood Transition – FAQ Now What?
(S3 – 115) Regency Ballroom F
Designing, Developing, Implementing, & Using Longitudinal Data Systems to Improve Student Learning
(S3 – 116) Potomac Rooms 1&2
Recruiting and Retaining Personnel from Cradle to Career
(S3 – 117) Potomac Rooms 3&4
Universal Design for Learning Makes the Grade: Firm Goals, Flexible Means
(S3 – 118) Potomac Rooms 5&6
OSEP Part D Investments
(S3 – 119) Washington Room