State Support Team Region 11 and the law offices of Bricker & Eckler, LLP are pleased to offer again a training academy for new special education administrators and those aspiring to become administrators. The Academy will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the key components of special education programs and the legal requirements that serve as the foundation for services and supports. Candid discussions about the legal and ethical responsibilities that administrators face in today’s complex educational environment will be encouraged in the Academy.
The Ohio Operating Standards for the Education of Children with Disabilities (2014) provide the structure for course content.
Scheduled session dates and topics are:
- Oct. 18 Fri 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Child Find & Evaluation
- Nov. 8 Fri 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Individualized Education Programs
- Dec. 6 Fri 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Section 504
- Jan. 10 Fri 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Discipline & Expedited Hearings
- Feb. 7 Fri 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Confidentiality & Procedural Safeguards
- Mar. 6 Fri 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Conflict Management & Resolution
Sessions may be attended onsite at the Educational Service Center (ESC) of Central Ohio, 2080 Citygate Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43219, or online through GoToWebinar®. Information regarding GoToWebinar® access and training materials will be provided by email one week prior to each session.
Register on ODE’s OHID account portal: https://OHID.ohio.gov
The Academy is provided at no cost to participants. Contact Hour Certificates (3 hours) will be provided for each session.
For questions or further information about the Academy, please contact Dr. Greg Mathews at 614.753.4688 or
[email protected], or Ann Slane at 614-753-4691 or
[email protected].