by MSDE DEI/SES January 12, 2021 These printable resources provide tips and information for before, during, and after a virtual IEP meeting. They can be helpful whether you are new or experienced with the IEP process. Fast Facts for Virtual IEPs Before the Virtual IEP Meeting During the Virtual IEP Meeting After the Virtual IEP…
Check out two new SOCIAL STORIES about Covid-19 vaccines to help prepare your young person in the weeks ahead. Download at the links below: Vaccine Social Story (Autism Society of America) Getting A Vaccine: A Social Story (HCAS) Additional information on vaccine distribution, and Covid-19 resources may be found at https://howard-autism.org/…/coronavirus-hcas-updates/
National Center on Educational Outcomes The National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) and the Time, Instructional Effectiveness, Engagement, and State and District Support for Inclusive Practices Center (TIES Center) are developing a series of videos for parents and caregivers on various aspects of supporting their child with intensive needs.These videos help families learn ways to…
by Pamela Wright, Wrightslaw.com There are five rules for successful IEP meetings. Keep these rules in mind as you prepare for IEP meetings, especially meetings held during the COVID -19 pandemic. Rule #1: Know what you want. “I told the team that I was worried about Joachin’s loss of skills since his school closed in…
TIES Center Author Note: This article explores emotions and learning from the perspective of families. Check out our companion article, DL #14, that looks at emotions and learning through the lens of the teacher. All learning, including remote learning, is first and foremost emotional. Emotions drive our thinking, including our attention, memory, and planning/executive functions.…
Email from Howard County Public School System Good afternoon, The purpose of this email is to provide you with information about HCPSS’s effort to provide face-to-face support to small numbers of students in the coming weeks. HCPSS recognizes the significant learning challenges present for all students and families during this pandemic. To that end, HCPSS…
HCPSS Department of Special Education Questions about the ASDM? The Alternative Service Delivery Model (ASDM) is the school system’s service delivery model while students are in virtual, blended or small group learning. Read these commonly asked questions and answers about the ASDM. Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the Alternative Service Delivery Model Plan
MSDE Technical Assistance Bulletin Sept. 15, 2020 As local school systems and public agencies (LSSs/PAs) begin to implement their recovery plans, the need to engage students is more crucial than ever. Maintaining student engagement, especially for students with disabilities, is a top priority for LSSs/PAs as they begin the 2020-2021 school year. Some strategies that…
Preparing for the Initial Conference with Your Child’s Special Educator Sept. 9, 2020 Webinar with the Howard County Autism Society, Disability Rights Maryland, and Howard County Public School System What is an Alternative Service Delivery Model (ASDM) plan? How will my child receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the virtual learning environment? See…
Sept. 1, 2020 Greetings everyone – As we enter into the 2020-2021 school year, we will be serving nearly 6700 young people who require early intervention and special education services. This is a responsibility we do not take lightly. Our special educators, related service providers, support teachers, and paraeducators have received ongoing professional learning to…
