Early Career Preschool Special Educator Series   
These monthly meetings will provide an opportunity for facilitated, collaborative discussion on topics that are relevant to special education teachers as they begin their practice. Topics may include developing a network of support, communicating with families, assessment and progress monitoring and managing your classroom routines and schedule. Participants will be supported through problem-solving discussions, sharing of examples from experienced teachers, and resources.
Course # 244-25-A023-182  
Subjects # [Early Childhood SpEd], [Early Childhood]

Begin Date: 10/10/2024
Course # 244-25-A023-182
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: Online - Synchronous
State: Connecticut
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Designing and Implementing Specially Designed Instruction for Preschool IEPs   
In this three-part series, participants will engage in learning experiences that will support them to define the characteristics of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI), identify how to develop SDI to increase student progress and narrow the gap, and synthesize a plan to ensure all professionals working with the student implement SDI with fidelity.
Course # 244-25-A023-180  
Subjects # [Early Childhood SpEd], [Early Childhood]

Begin Date: 12/02/2024
Course # 244-25-A023-180
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: Online - Synchronous
State: Connecticut
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IEP Goal Development: School Psychologists   
This two-part, virtual series offers educators within a specific discipline an interactive training experience that supports the practical application of developing high-quality, measurable IEP goals and objectives.
Course # 244-25-A023-106  
Subjects # [CT-SEDS], [IEP Goal Development School Psych], [IEP Goal Development]

Begin Date: 12/03/2024
Course # 244-25-A023-106
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: Online - Synchronous
State: Connecticut
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IEP Goal Development: Transition   
This two-part, virtual series offers educators within a specific discipline an interactive training experience that supports the practical application of developing high-quality, measurable IEP goals and objectives.
Course # 244-25-A023-108  
Subjects # [CT-SEDS], [IEP Goal Development Transition], [IEP Goal Development]

Begin Date: 12/03/2024
Course # 244-25-A023-108
Status: CANCELLED
Type: Online
Location: Online - Synchronous
State: Connecticut
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CT-SEDS Onboarding: Part 1   
This three-hour, virtual session is the first of a two-part CT-SEDS User Proficiency Training focused on the special education process. It is designed for special educators who are newly certified or those new to CT-SEDS.
Course # 244-25-A023-051  
Subjects # [CT-SEDS Onboarding], [CT-SEDS]

Begin Date: 12/10/2024
Course # 244-25-A023-051
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: Online - Synchronous
State: Connecticut
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IEP Goal Development: Speech & Language Pathologists   
This two-part, virtual series offers educators within a specific discipline an interactive training experience that supports the practical application of developing high-quality, measurable IEP goals and objectives.
Course # 244-25-A023-105  
Subjects # [CT-SEDS], [IEP Goal Development SLP], [IEP Goal Development]

Begin Date: 12/10/2024
Course # 244-25-A023-105
Status: CANCELLED
Type: Online
Location: Online - Synchronous
State: Connecticut
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UPLIFT: Foundations of Trauma-Informed Care   
This foundational module is intended to build awareness and support staff at any level in recognizing trauma and responding to individuals who have been exposed to adverse experiences and/or trauma. It is expected that participants will develop competency around defining and discussing trauma and common trauma symptoms, as well as implications that trauma and toxic stress can have on behaviors presented at home, in school, or in the community. The module incorporates neurodevelopmental information to increase awareness of the potential repercussions of trauma and toxic stress on brain development, and resultant implications for learning, academic achievement or engagement, and social success. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of a trauma-informed care framework (e.g., the 4 Rs and 6 principles of trauma-informed organizations), and how these intersect with existing school initiatives (e.g., school climate, PBIS, SEL, DEI, restorative practices, etc.). This module is designed to offer all school-based personnel a basic understanding of trauma and trauma-informed care practices at all tiers, from universal practices to individualized supports. Training activities may include individual reflection, case scenarios, polls, group discussion and Q & A.
Course # 244-25-A023-162  
Subjects # [Trauma-Informed Care], [UPLIFT]

Begin Date: 12/10/2024
Course # 244-25-A023-162
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: Online - Synchronous
State: Connecticut
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Implementation of Charting the LifeCourse   
In this interactive, hands-on session, we will take a deeper dive into Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC). In order to participate in this session, you must have attended Person-Centered Planning: Introduction to Charting the LifeCourse (formerly titled: Person-Centered Planning: LifeCourse Planning Tools).
Course # 244-25-A023-134  
Subjects # [LifeCourse Implementation], [LifeCourse]

Begin Date: 12/11/2024
Course # 244-25-A023-134
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: Capitol Region Education Council (CREC)
State: Connecticut
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Part C to Part B Transition Roadshow   
The CT State Department of Education (CSDE), CT Birth to Three (B23) and the CT Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) will be holding regional information sessions throughout the state about the transition process and requirements in CT from Part C, early intervention services, to Part B, preschool special education. It is highly recommended for each LEA and Birth to Three program to have at least one staff member attend a session. These sessions are opened also to families and other early childhood providers that are interested in learning more about the transition process and requirements.
Course # 244-25-A023-235  
Subjects # [Special Education], [Transition Services]

Begin Date: 12/17/2024
Course # 244-25-A023-235
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: Eastern Connecticut Regional Educational Service Center (EASTCONN)
State: Connecticut
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Standards Alignment Coaching Session: PreK   
This interactive session for PreK educators offers a brief review of best practices for aligning annual academic goals to state content standards, followed by small group coaching and collaboration, where participants apply knowledge and strategies within the alignment process to IEP goals they have previously developed.
Course # 244-25-A023-230  
Subjects # [CT-SEDS], [Standards Alignment Coaching Sessions: PreK], [Standards Alignment Coaching Sessions]

Begin Date: 12/19/2024
Course # 244-25-A023-230
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: ACES Staff Development
State: Connecticut
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Introduction to Customized Employment (CE) in CT   
The Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE), in collaboration with the RESC Alliance, is sponsoring an Introduction to Customized Employment (CE) in CT training for special education teachers, providers, and administrators working with transition-age students with disabilities. These sessions are designed to increase capacity and a shared understanding of the CE process in CT, which may lead to competitive integrated employment, for students with the most significant disabilities.
Course # 244-25-A023-145  
Subjects # [Customized Employment]

Begin Date: 01/16/2025
Course # 244-25-A023-145
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: Online - Synchronous
State: Connecticut
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Part C to Part B Transition Roadshow   
The CT State Department of Education (CSDE), CT Birth to Three (B23) and the CT Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) will be holding regional information sessions throughout the state about the transition process and requirements in CT from Part C, early intervention services, to Part B, preschool special education. It is highly recommended for each LEA and Birth to Three program to have at least one staff member attend a session. These sessions are opened also to families and other early childhood providers that are interested in learning more about the transition process and requirements.
Course # 244-25-A023-234  
Subjects # [Special Education], [Transition Services]

Begin Date: 01/30/2025
Course # 244-25-A023-234
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: Cooperative Educational Services (CES)
State: Connecticut
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Supporting Multilingual Learners in Preschool and Kindergarten Settings   
In this two-part series, participants will merge understanding of typical monolingual language development in early childhood with that of multilingual peers. Through this lens, participants will learn strategies to support multilingual students in early childhood school settings and consider effective assessment methods to track multilingual student progress. Key factors to explore when considering referral and assessment of a young multilingual learner through Child Find will be explored.
Course # 244-25-A023-184  
Subjects # [Early Childhood SpEd], [Early Childhood]

Begin Date: 02/07/2025
Course # 244-25-A023-184
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: Online - Synchronous
State: Connecticut
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Designing and Implementing Specially Designed Instruction for Preschool IEPs   
In this three-part series, participants will engage in learning experiences that will support them to define the characteristics of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI), identify how to develop SDI to increase student progress and narrow the gap, and synthesize a plan to ensure all professionals working with the student implement SDI with fidelity.
Course # 244-25-A023-181  
Subjects # [Early Childhood SpEd], [Early Childhood]

Begin Date: 03/05/2025
Course # 244-25-A023-181
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: Online - Synchronous
State: Connecticut
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Introduction to Charting the LifeCourse   
Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is a set of approaches to life-planning based on what a person considers most important. Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC), a universally-designed, PCP framework, is a tool to assist individuals and families of all abilities and ages to develop a vision of a good life.
Course # 244-25-A023-138  
Subjects # [LifeCourse Introduction], [LifeCourse]

Begin Date: 03/12/2025
Course # 244-25-A023-138
Status: OPEN
Type: Face to Face
Location: ACES Staff Development
State: Connecticut
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Behavioral Supports and Strategies in Preschool Settings   
“A child’s social and emotional development impacts all aspects of their life. It influences how they think, feel, act, and learn. Children need responsive, consistent, caring interactions in order to thrive.” Over three 90-minute professional learning sessions, participants will learn strategies to support strong social and emotional development aligned with CT ELDS, and learn strategies to provide a learning environment that is predictable and responsive to the needs of children.
Course # 244-25-A023-179  
Subjects # [Early Childhood SpEd], [Early Childhood]

Begin Date: 03/17/2025
Course # 244-25-A023-179
Status: OPEN
Type: Online
Location: Online - Synchronous
State: Connecticut
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