Fundamentals of Early Childhood Special Education Administration Webinars

Description:

This three-part webinar series, to be provided on August 22^nd, September 18^th, and October 2^nd from 10:00-11:30 am, is intended for new ECSE administrators, new special education directors or those who would like a refresh on topics related to ECSE administration. The series will cover important topics, including an overview of Early Childhood and Early Childhood Special Education programs, VDOE guidance regarding inclusive practices, an overview of ECSE indicator data (indicators 6, 7, and 12), and Virginia Quality Birth through Five (VQB5). Participants are required to register and are encouraged to attend each session.

August 22 Topics:

-Overview of the Division of Early Childhood Care and Education and state-supported programs

-Purpose and Role of the Training and Technical Assistance Centers (TTACs) and the Virginia Commonwealth University Autism Center for Education (VCU-ACE)

-Overview and Purpose of LEADS

-Regulations Governing Special Education Programs

-Overview of VQB5

-Importance of Early Childhood Inclusion  

September 18 Topics:

-Overview of the Virginia Early Childhood Inclusion Guidelines

-Overview of Indicator 6: Early Childhood Placement

October 2 Topics

-Overview of Indicator 7: Early Childhood Outcomes

-Overview of Indicator 12: Transition from Part C to Part B