2006-2006 Archived Memorandums
Memo No. Date Subject
Weekly Briefing #2153

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
May 4, 2007

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 2153

SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Change In The Bertha Abess Children's Center, Inc. Program Model
Category: For Your Information

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Attachment(s):

Letters_to_Parents-Guardians.pdf
Letter_to_BACC_Staff.pdf

To inform selected principals of a change in The Bertha Abess Children's Center, Inc. program model serving emotionally handicapped (EH) or severely emotionally disturbed (SED) students at designated school sites for the 2007-2008 school year.

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

  • The attached letters should be distributed to BACC parents and staff to inform them that a program model change for the BACC emotionally handicapped (EH) or severely emotionally disturbed (SED) program at your school site will occur.
  • At the beginning of the 2007-2008 school year, The Bertha Abess Children’s Center, Inc. (BACC) will  no longer be involved in the management and provision of ongoing support of the EH or SED program at your school site. 
  • BACC will no longer provide secretarial services, counseling services or psychiatric consultation services to EH/SED students and their families.
  • BACC will continue to provide services as specified in the contractual agreement with Miami-Dade County Public Schools at only six (6)designated BACC elementary SED programs.
  • The EH or SED program at your school will encounter some programmatic modifications which will result in the provision of ongoing professional development and technical support from the District for teachers and administrators.
  • The Office of Special Education and Psychological Services will identify and assign staff to provide counseling services as delineated in students' Individual Educational Plans.  Psychiatric consultation services will also be provided by a mental health agency to SED students only.
  • Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor, Division of Special Education, will contact the schools to establish timelines for the initiation of services and to inform school site and Regional Center administrators of the mental health provider assigned to provide counseling services at the affected schools.

Contact:

Robin J. Morrison ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #2072

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 May 4, 2007

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 2072

PRIOIRITY: ALL PRINCIPALS: Speech and/or Language as a Related Service
Category: Required Action

 

 

Audience: 

All Principals/APs

 

 

Due Date:

May 07, 2007

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Attachment(s):

Parent_Letters.pdf
M088_Memorandum_for_Speech_and_Language_as_a_Related_Service.pdf

To inform administrators and parents of new legislation that impacts Speech/Language (S/L) services for students with disabilities.

ALL PRINCIPALS:

  • Effective July 1, 2006, changes in Section 1003.01, Florida Statues, were made that affect speech/language (S/L) services for students with disabilities.
  • Through the monitoring of Florida's implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) found that Florida school districts had failed to provide S/L services as related services for students with disabilities who needed the services to benefit from special education.
  • As a result of the passage of House Bill 7087, districts were required to amend their current Policies and Procedures for the Provision of Specially Designed Instruction and Related Services for Exceptional Students (SP&P) document.
  • Please see attached memorandum informing Regional Superintendents of this change in legislation.
  • Please distribute the letter to parents (see attached) informing them of the change in legislation by Monday, May 7, 2007.

Contact:

Dr. Deborah Finley ( 305-995-1864 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #1955 April 25, 2007 Special Education Transportation Requests for the 2007 Passport to Real World Connections
Weekly Briefing #1951 April 25, 2007 Special Education Unit Allocation Personnel Requests fro the 2007 Summer Services Program
M088 April 20, 2007 Speech and/or Language as a Related Service
Weekly Briefing #2055

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 April 13, 2007

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 2055

ALL PRINCIPALS: Procedures for Requesting Unique Accommodations on the 2006-07 Summer Retake of the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT)
Category: For Your Information

 

 

Audience: 

All Principals/APs

 

 

Due Date:

April 20, 2007

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Attachment(s):

Summer_Unique_Accommodations_-_Attachment_A_-_2007.doc
Summer_Kurzweil_Unique_Accommodations_Request_Form_-_2007_-_Final.doc
Summer_Unique_Accommodations_Request_Form_-_2007.doc

To ensure that principals submit requests for consideration for the provision of unique accommodations in the administration of the 2006-07 Summer Retake of the FCAT for eligible students with disabilities in compliance with the FDOE guidelines.

  • A unique accommodation is an accommodation that requires changes or alterations to the test materials/booklet and does not alter the underlying content of the assessment. Examples of unique accommodations are:  securing papers to work area;  increasing spaces between test items;  fewer items placed on each page; tabbing or modifying pages to allow easy turning or location of information.
  • Unique accommodations do not include regular print versions of the test that have been enlarged through mechanical or electronic means or Braille versions of the test.
  • Students with disabilities may be considered for the Kurzweil 3000 text to speech pilot program if the student's IEP indicates that the student is physically impaired AND he or she uses Kurzweil 3000 text to speech software on a regular basis to receive instruction.
  • All requests for unique accommodations on the FCAT must be approved by the Commissioner of Education.
  • Eligible students:  students with disabilities with current IEPs or Section 504 plans who need the unique accommodations to enable them to demonstrate mastery of the Sunshine State Standards on the state assessment.
  • School Procedure:  A request for consideration of a unique accommodation for an eligible student must be submitted in writing by the school principal on school letterhead to Mr. Will Gordillo, Administrative Director, Office of Special Education and Psychological Services via fax:  305-995-2053 or school mail:  Location # 9720, by Friday, April 20, 2007.  Written requests for unique accommodations must be submitted by using the attached form.  Requests for Kurzweil pilot program must be submitted on the FCAT Text to Speech PILOT PROGRAM form.  A copy of the student's IEP/504 Plan must also be provided.
  • For further information, please contact Ms. Joanne Rosen, District Staffing Specialist, Division of Special Education, at 305-995-4697, email:  jrosen@dadeschools.net or Ms. Cathy Orlando, Instructional Supervisor at 305-995-1295, email:  corlando@dadeschools.net.
  • Questions regarding the assessment of students who are visually impaired should be directed to Dr. Deborah Finley, Instructional Supervisor, at 305-995-1290, email:  dfinley@dadeschools.net.

Contact:

Cathy Orlando ( 305-995-1295 )

Department:

Division of Special Education

 
Weekly Briefing
# 1188

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 December 12, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 1188

ALL PRINCIPALS: FERPA Requirement for Parental Consent (Medicaid Certified School Match Program)
Category: Required Action

   
Audience:  All Principals/APs
   
Due Date: Apr 30, 2007
Meeting Date: n/a
   
Attachment(s): FDOE_Memo_FERPA_Requirement_for_Parental_Consent_(Medicaid_Certified_School_Match_Program).pdf
7032_E,H,S.pdf
 

Compliance with Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requirement for Parental Consent (Medicaid Certified School Match Program).

ALL PRINCIPALS:

  • M-DCPS is enrolled as a Medicaid provider in the Medicaid Certified School Match Program and is able to bill Medicaid and receive reimbursement for health-related services provided to Special Education (SPED) students covered under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
  • Pursuant to the attached memorandum from the Florida Department of Education, M-DCPS should secure written parental consent that complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
  • The “Medicaid Certified School Match Program (MCSMP) Parental Consent” form has been designed to comply with FERPA requirements by informing the parent/guardian of the following:  1) what information will be shared about the student (e.g., student name, Medicaid #, etc.); 2) who we are sharing the information with (e.g., Medicaid’s fiscal agent); and 3) what the purpose is (e.g., to determine Medicaid eligibility status and billing).
  • Attached please find copies of all three versions of the “Medicaid Certified School Match Program Parental Consent” form FM-7032 E,H,S (i.e., English, Haitian Creole and Spanish) which are also available online through the Records and Forms Management website.
  • For regular education students, who have been referred for a psycho-educational evaluation during a Child Study Team (CST)/School Support Team (SST) meeting, the “MCSMP Parental Consent” form must be provided and explained to the parent/guardian by the principal’s designee, thus securing written parental consent.
  • For SPED students, the “MCSMP Parental Consent” form will be provided and explained to the parent/guardian by the principal’s designee at an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) meeting (e.g., annual or interim IEP review), or at another convenient venue when the school staff and the parent/guardian are meeting regarding the student with a disability, thus securing written parental consent.
  • In addition to the “MCSMP Parental Consent” form, a field has been added to the “PF8 Parent Information” screen in the Integrated Student Information System (ISIS) for data input at each school site by the principal’s designee.
  • If the parent/guardian checked “Yes” on the “MCSMP Parental Consent” form, then data input on the ISIS PF8 screen should be indicated as “Y” on the Medicaid Parental Consent field for each student.
  • If the parent/guardian checked “No” on the “MCSMP Parental Consent” form, then data input on the ISIS PF8 screen should be indicated as “N” on the Medicaid Parental Consent field for each student.
  • The original signed “MCSMP Parental Consent” form must be placed in the student’s cumulative record.
  • A copy of the signed “MCSMP Parental Consent” form must be provided to the parent/guardian.
  • A copy of the signed “MCSMP Parental Consent” form must be mailed to the Regional Center’s SPED Instructional Supervisor.
  • A copy of the signed “MCSMP Parental Consent” form must be mailed to:  Location #9602 – Annex Rm. 407M M-DCPS Medicaid Reimbursement Programs.
Contact: Ms. Terry Reyes-Gavilan, Supervisor ( 305-995-2798 )
Department: Office of Special Education and Psychological Services
Weekly Briefing
#1116		 December 11, 2006 Click here fore Weekly Briefing #1116 / ALL PRINCIPALS: Procedures for Requesting Unique Accommodation on the 2006-07 Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT)
Weekly Briefing
#1414

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 December 11, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 1414

ALL PRINCIPALS: Alternate Assessment Procedures And The 2006-2007 Florida Alternate Assessment Report (FAAR)
Category: Required Action

 

 

Audience: 

All Principals/APs, All Administrative Offices , Student Services

 

 

Due Date:

Feb 09, 2007

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Please review the following information with all staff members who are administering an alternate assessment to any students with disabilities in grades 3-11.

  • Students with disabilities who meet criteria for an alternate assessment may be tested anytime between January 8, 2007 and January 19, 2007.
  • Starting January 8, 2007 the alternate assessment scantron forms, for students with disabilities who will participate in alternate assessment, will be sent to your location with your FCAT Writing materials from the Office of Assessment, Research and Data Analysis.
  • When you receive the forms please review all of the materials included in your school’s packet.  If you require a copy of the FAAR manual it can be downloaded from http://www.firn.edu/doe/bin00014/pdf/faarm.pdf.
  • Make sure that you have a scantron form for each student who participates in alternate assessment grades 3 - 11 in your school.
  • If you need additional scantron forms, please email Liane Smith, Senior Secretary, Division of Special Education at lasmith@dadeschools.net. Please include the name of the school and how many forms are required at each grade level. She will forward them to you in school mail.
  • If a student has withdrawn from your school, bubble ‘withdrawn’ on the student’s scantron form and indicate that he has withdrawn on your 2006-2007 FAAR Master List.
  • If the student is not participating in alternate assessment this year, but is participating in Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT), bubble the appropriate box on the scantron form and indicate that the student is participating in FCAT on the 2006-2007 FAAR Master List.
  • Follow all the directions listed in the 2006-2007 FAAR:  Quick Guide for Teachers (enclosed in the packet).
  • The special education teacher must initial for each student in the appropriate section on the 2006-2007 FAAR Master List.
  • The blank 2006-2007 FAAR Master List should be completed if there are additional students with disabilities (grades 3 - 11) at your school who will not participate in the 2006-2007 FCAT but who will participate in alternate assessment.
  • Complete the 2006-2007 FAAR Master List and submit for the principal or designee’s signature.  Packets without an administrative signature will not be accepted.
  • Keep a copy of your school’s 2006-2007 FAAR Master List for your records.
  • The original scantron forms and the original Report Master Lists must be returned to the Test Distribution Center (TDC) along with your FCAT Writing materials on February 9th (Secondary) or February 12th (Elementary). Your cooperation is appreciated.

If you have any questions, please call Ms. Jill Brookner, Instructional Supervisor, Division of Special Education, at 305-995-7580 or email at jbrookner@dadeschools.net

Contact:

Jill Brookner ( 305-995-7580 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #1364

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 December 1, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 1364

URGENT: December 1, 2006, Special Education Student Count (Survey 9)
Category: Required Action

 

 

Audience: 

All Principals/APs

 

 

Due Date:

Nov 30, 2006

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

To remind schools to update Special Education (SPED) students' Individual Education Plans (IEP) and ensure that the IEP conference date is accurately entered on the ESE Services (PF17) screen in ISIS by November 30, 2006.

  • It is imperative that SPED students in your school have a current IEP and that the IEP conference date is accurately entered on the ESE Services (PF 17) screen in ISIS.
  • Survey 9, a Florida Department of Education (FDOE) data base transmission, used to generate federal dollars, requires the existence of a current IEP for a SPED student to be counted for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) funding.
  • If the current IEP date is not entered, or if the IEP date in ISIS is greater than one year old on December 1, the student will not be counted for Survey 9.  This will result in a decrease in the amount of funding the district receives.
  • IEP meetings must be scheduled and conducted, and current IEP dates and matrix domain ratings must be entered by November 30, 2006, for all SPED students whose IEPs are currently out of compliance (i.e., greater than one year old) and for those that will be due on or before December 1, 2006.
  • Out-of-date IEPs, as well as IEPs which are due during the current month, are reported on a monthly basis to each school on the Exceptional Student IEP Status Report (Product number T0503P67-01).
  • Staffing specialists will assist you, as needed.
  • It is extremely important that the district capture every dollar to which it is entitled.
  • If there are any questions, or if assistance is needed, please contact this office, or your Regional SPED Instructional Supervisor.
     

Contact:

Esther Calvo-Chebbi, Budget Analyst ( 305 995-1721 )

Department:

Office of Special Education and Psychological Services
Weekly Briefing
#992

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 October 27, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 992

ALL PRINCIPALS: Alternate Assessment Workshops for Teachers of Students Taking An Alternate Assessment
 

 

 

Audience: 

All Principals/APs

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

Nov 29, 2006

Master Calendar:

View Master Calendar

 

 

The purpose of these workshops is to disseminate information regarding procedures, guidelines, and timelines for the administration of alternate assessment for students with disabilities.

The Division of Special Education is announcing Alternate Assessment Workshops for Teachers of Students Taking an Alternate Assessment. Please direct appropriate teachers  to register on line for one of the following workshops: 

  • November 29, 2006 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Riviera Middle School Auditorium
  • December 6, 2006 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Edison Middle School Auditorium
  • January 16, 2007 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Riviera Middle School Auditorium

Substitutes will be provided and the funding structure will be disseminated at the workshop.

 

Contact:

Jill Brookner ( 305-995-7580 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing
#1061

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 October 27, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 1061

ALL PRINCIPALS: Reporting Alternate Assessment Participation For Students With Disabilities
 

 

 

Audience: 

All Principals/APs, All Administrative Offices

 

 

Due Date:

Oct 25, 2006

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Attachment(s):

Reporting_Alternate_Assessment_Participation_for_SWD.pdf

To inform staff of the requirement to update the PF18 screen for all students with disabilities to ensure the accuracy of data reported to the Florida Department of Education.

The data for alternate assessment participation must be entered in the Integrated Student Information Screen (ISIS) PF18 at the school site:

  • Select "D" on the Student Services/Exceptional Education/Special Programs Menu Screen.
  • Enter "N" for no, if the student will not participate in an alternate assessment.  Remove the alternate assessment date, if one was previously entered.
  • Enter "Y" for yes, if the student will participate in an alternate assessment.  This should be done immediately following the IEP meeting where the assessment decision is made.  Once the alternate assessment is administered, the date of the assessment must be added to the PF18 screen.
  • Principals are encouraged to view the ESE Alternate Assessment report #T0503P85-01 by using the Control-D/Web Report Viewer to ensure each student's IEP matches what has been reported to FDOE.
     

Contact:

Jill Brookner ( 305-995-7580 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing
#968
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 October 25, 2006





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 968

ALL PRINCIPALS - Alternate Assessment Meeting for Administrators
 

 

 

Audience: 

All Principals/APs

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

Oct 26, 2006

Master Calendar:

View Master Calendar

 

 

The purpose of this meeting is to disseminate information regarding procedures, guidelines, and timelines for the administration of alternate assessment for students with disabilities.

The Division of  Special Education is announcing  Alternate Assessment Meetings for Administrators ad follows:

  • Alternate Assessment Meeting for Administrators located in the north on October 26, 2006, at Miami Edison Middle School in the hospitality room from 8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
  • Alternate Assessment Meeting for Administrators located in the south on October 26, 2006, at Riviera Middle School in the auditorium from 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Contact:

Jill Brookner ( 305-995-7580 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing
#1086

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 October 24, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 1086

ALL PRINCIPALS - Interagency Agreement For The Transfer of Assistive Technology (AT)
 

 

 

Audience: 

All Principals/APs

 

 

Due Date:

Nov 02, 2006

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Attachment(s):

_k12-06-131.pdf

To ensure compliance with the FL Interagency Agreement for Transfer of Assistive Technology (AT). This agreement meets the requirements of Senate Bill 2550. AT Procedures/forms appear on the AT website http://assistivetech.dadeschools.net

  • This Senate Bill became effective 7/1/05
  • The Interagency Agreement is required to provide a mechanism by which a person may request that an Assistive Technology (AT) device remain with the student through the continuum from home to school and to post-school
  • Information regarding the rights of students to request the transition of their AT devices must be provided to the student, his or her family and the transition IEP team
     

Contact:

Roni Bader-Tables ( 305-271-5701 )

Department:

District AT Committee Chairperson
Weekly Briefing
#1091

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 October 24, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 1091

ALL PRINCIPALS: Assistive Technology (AT) Contact Person
 

 

 

Audience: 

All Principals/APs

 

 

Due Date:

Nov 02, 2006

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Attachment(s):

AT_Contact_Person.pdf
 

As mandated by federal law, IDEA Assistive Technology (AT) devices and services must be considered for all students in Special Education(SPED). Each IEP team must consider AT. An individual at each school must be appointed as AT Contact Person.

  • To increase the student's probability of success, it is necessary for this contact person to coordinate the AT services at the school
  • The AT Contact Person will be critical to the success of the implementation of AT services
  • The responsibilities of the AT Contact Person are outlined on the attached memo

Contact:

Roni Bader-Tables ( 305-271-5701 )

Department:

District AT Committee Chairperson
Weekly Briefing
#897

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
October 23, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 897

SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Field Trip Funds for Programs for Emotionally Handicapped (EH) and Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED) Students
 

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Attachment(s):

Requisition_for_Special_Bus_Transportation_Form_#1596.pdf

Field Trip Funds for Programs for Emotionally Handicapped and Severely Emotionally Disturbed Students

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

  • The Division of Special Education will be allocating funds to schools with full-time programs for students who are emotionally handicapped (EH) and severely emotionally disturbed (SED).  Funds in the amount of $500.00 will be provided to each program in order to offer field trips during the 2006-2007 school year. 
  • Since the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) grant provides the funding structure for these field trips, funds should only be used for students served in these programs.  Prior approval is not necessary to access these funds.
  • In order to utilize funds for each field trip, it is requested that schools complete the attached form (FM-1596): Requisition for Special Bus Transportation and call Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor, Division of Special Education at 305-995-1806 for funding structures.
  • A copy of the completed form must be sent to:

          Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor

          Division of Special Education

          Mail Code: 9615, Suite 407J or Fax to: 305-995-7577

  • Your cooperation in expediting this process will be greatly appreciated. 
 

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #
Memo #		 Date Subject
Weekly Briefing
#2523		 July 20, 2007 Procedures for Accurate Coding of Co-Teaching
Weekly Briefing
#823

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 October 4, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 823

ALL PRINCIPALS: Reporting Inclusion in ISIS Screens and Full Time Equivalent (FTE) for Students with Disabilities
 

 

 

Audience: 

All Principals/APs

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Attachment(s):

Isis_Guide_FULLAug_2006.pdf

To provide school site administrators and registrars with a guide to ensure accurate reporting of information in ISIS regarding inclusion and FTE for all students with disabilities, excluding students who are "gifted only"

  • ISIS screens must accurately reflect special education services provided to students with disabilities in the general education setting
  • Accurate reporting directly impacts this district's compliance with the mandate from the Florida Department of Education regarding the percentage of students with disabilities spending 80% or more of their week with non-disabled peers
  • The district's target goal for the 2006-07 school year is 47%
  • A Guide for Accurately Reporting Information in ISIS Regarding Inclusion and FTE is attached to assist registrars and designated special education personnel in reporting accurately
     

Contact:

Catherine Orlando ( 305-995-2732 )

Department:

Division of Special Education

 
Weekly Briefing #592

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 592

ALL PRINCIPALS: Mandatory Training in Safe Crisis Management (SCM)
 

 

 

Audience: 

All Principals/APs

 

 

Due Date:

Sep 01, 2006

Meeting Date:

September  27, 2006

 

 

Attachment(s):

SURVEY_FORM_-_MANDATORY_SAFE_CRISIS_MANAGEMENT_TRAINING__SCM_.pdf

MANDATORY SAFE CRISIS MANAGEMENT TRAINING FOR STAFF SERVING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

  • This training is for teachers, paraprofessionals, and other staff working with emotionally handicapped, severely emotionally disturbed, autistic, and other students with disabilities who have physical restraint provisions on their Individual Educational Plans (IEPs).
  • Pursuant to Article VIII, Section 3 of the contract between United Teachers of Dade and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, three-day trainings on Safe Crisis Management will be scheduled by the Division of Special Education (SPED). 
  • These trainings will be provided for staff who have not received these trainings including all regular subject area instructional staff (e.g., art, music, and physical education).  Please indicate the names, positions, exceptionalities, and training dates preference of staff members from your location who will need Safe Crisis Management training on the attached survey form. 
  • Each principal will be notified regarding the staff members scheduled to attend future trainings.  Funds for substitute teachers will be provided.  Substitutes will not be provided for paraprofessionals or behavior management teachers.  Please return the survey form by September 1, 2006 to: 9615, Suite 407J,  Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor, Division of Special Education.
     

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education

 
Weekly Briefing #905

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 905

SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Safe Crisis Management (SCM) Training - South
Category: For Your Information

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

Sep 27, 2006

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Mandatory Training in Safe Crisis Management for Teachers, Paraprofessionals, and Support Staff Serving Selected Students with Disabilities

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

  • Pursuant to Article VIII, Section 3, of the contract between United Teachers of Dade and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, a three-day professional development in Safe Crisis Management has been scheduled for September 27, 28, and 29, 2006. 
  • This training is for teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff working with emotionally handicapped, severely emotionally disturbed, autistic, and any other students with physical restraint provisions on their Individual Educational Plans.
  • Below is a list of schools and the names of the selected participants.  Substitute funds will not be provided for paraprofessionals or Behavior Management Teachers (BMTs).  BMTs who have already been trained should provide coverage for program teachers participating in this professional development.  Structure numbers for substitute funds for teachers attending this training will be given out each day of the training.
  • Participants listed must register on the Educational Portal to be confirmed for this training.
  • Please advise participants to dress casually (slacks and flat shoes preferred, knee pads recommended).
  • Participants must attend the three days of the training to be awarded 18 Master Plan Points.
  • Date and Time: September 27, 28, and 29, 2006; 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Location: Nova Southeastern University, Miami Student Educational Center, 8585 SW 124 Avenue, Room 215, Miami, Florida; Telephone: 305-274-1021.
  • This professional development will start promptly at 8:30 a.m.  Anyone entering after 9:00 a.m. will not be accepted, and will have to return to his/her school.  Your cooperation in expediting this process will be greatly appreciated.

Principals E- Mail

School

Participant

PR0125@dadeschools.net

Norma B. Bossard Elementary

Monica Raza-Khan

PR0261@dadeschools.net

Bel-Aire Elementary

Tangela Henry

PR0651@dadeschools.net

Campbell Drive

Elementary

Arbee Berstein

PR0771@dadeschools.net

Dr. W.A. Chapman Elementary

Ann Ratcliff

Pashion Farqharson

PR0831@dadeschools.net

Claude Pepper Elementary

Concepcion Santana

PR0921@dadeschools.net

Neva King Cooper Education Center

Miriela Alvarez

Ninfa Sirker

PR0961@dadeschools.net

Coral Gables Elementary

Alina Martinez

Denise Garcia

Carolina Haayen

Orlando Muniz

Wanda Borrego

Concepcion Torres

Telvia Preao

Leticia Cadavid

Gina Varela

PR2341@dadeschools.net

Joe HallElementary

Madelein Becerio

Alexis Chin

PR1841@dadeschools.net

Flagami Elementary

Aymee Manresa

PR2651@dadeschools.net

Kendale Lakes Elementary

Damaris Paula

Brenda Vega

PR2661@dadeschools.net

Kensignton Park Elementary

Chastity Dennis

Maria Perez

Carla Castineiras

PR2941@dadeschools.net

Laura C. Saunders Elementary

Mark Bartolone

PR3111@dadeschools.net

Wesley Mathews Elementary

Irminia Mesa

Martha Machado

Belinda Rowe

PR3501@dadeschools.net

Morningside Elementary

Evadney Terrelonge

Debra Lopez

PR4391@dadeschools.net

Irving and Beatrice Peskoe Elementary

Gilbert Harris

Daritza Borroto

PR4441@dadeschools.net

Pine Lake Elementary

Christine Ferrer

PR4461@dadeschools.net

Pine Villa Elementary

Regina E. Howard

PR4841@dadeschools.net

Santa Clara Elementary

Alphonso Ribero

Jessica Portell

PR5281@dadeschools.net

South Miami Heights Elementary

Noleen O’Neill-Rivero

PR5671@dadeschools.net

Vineland Elementary

Shaddrika Morrow

PR5931@dadeschools.net

Phillis Wheatly Elementary

Audrey Bullock

Abdullah Muhammmad

PR6041@dadeschools.net

Paul Bell Middle

Michelle Buzainz

Glenda Aliaga

Diana Escobar

PR6081@dadeschool.net

Centennial Middle

Carmen Hernandez

Mark Farbotko

PR6111@dadeschools.net

Cuter Ridge Middle

Carlos Martinez

PR6131@dadeschools.net

Howard A. Doolin Middle

Stephan Hunter

Martha Suarez

Cassandra Scott

PR6221@dadeschools.net

Hammocks Middle

Viriginia Di Michelle

PR6251@dadeschools.net

Homestead Middle

Cynthia Conley

Rachel Sayer

PR6441@dadeschools.net

H.D. MCMillan Middle

Jorge Medina

Felix Cardenas

Lizette Campos

PR6741@dadeschools.net

Ponce de Leon Middle

Cornelius Blackman

Jerrold Backman

PR6761@dadeschools.net

Redland Middle

Kim Morales

PR6901@dadeschools.net

W.R. Thomas Middle

Natacha Macagno

Adrienne Rodriguez

PR7301@dadeschools.net

Miami Edison Senior

Nehemy Cher-Frere

Eddie Jackson

PR7341@dadeschools.net

Miami Jackson Senior

Pedro Valido

Mary Davis

PR7431@dadeschools.net

Miami Palmetto Senior

Ernest B. Felton

PR7461@dadeschools.net

Miami Senior

Debora Gutierrez

PR7701@dadeschools.net

South Dade Senior

Sherroni Brady

Paula Hernandez

Jerry Virgin

PR7721@dadeschools.net

South Miami Senior

Lourdes Echenique

Marta Garcia

Quanda Litmon

PR7731@dadeschools.net

Miami Southridge Senior

Robbi Jackson

Geri Cordell

PR7781@dadeschools.net

Felix Varela Senior

Melissa Pardo

Illiet Gonzalez

Lorena Somohano

Joseph Foas

PR9752@dadewschools.net

Intructional Systemwide/SPED

Outreach

Angel M. Collins

Heather Norden

Mark Kepner

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education

 
Weekly Briefing #901

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 901

SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Safe Crisis Management (SCM) Training - North
Category: For Your Information

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Mandatory Training in Safe Crisis Management for Teachers, Paraprofessionals, and Support Staff Serving Selected Students with Disabilities

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

Pursuant to Article VIII, Section 3, of the contract between United Teachers of Dade and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, a three-day professional development in Safe Crisis Management has been scheduled for September 27, 28, and 29, 2006. 

  • This training is for teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff working with emotionally handicapped, severely emotionally disturbed, autistic, and any other students with physical restraint provisions on their Individual Educational Plans.
  • Below is a list of schools and the names of the selected participants.  Substitute funds will not be provided for paraprofessionals or Behavior Management Teachers (BMTs).  BMTs who have already been trained should provide coverage for program teachers participating in this professional development.  Structure numbers for substitute funds for teachers attending this training will be given out each day of the training.
  • Participants listed must register on the Educational Portal to be confirmed for this training.
  • Please advise participants to dress casually (slacks and flat shoes preferred, knee pads recommended).
  • Participants must attend the three days of the training to be awarded 18 Master Plan Points.
  • Date and Time: September 27, 28, and 29, 2006; 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Location: Nova Southeastern University, North Miami Beach Campus, 1750 NE 167 Street, North Miami Beach, Florida; Telephone: 1-800-986-3223.  
  • This professional development will start promptly at 8:30 a.m.  Anyone entering after 9:00 a.m. will not be accepted, and will have to return to his/her school.  Your cooperation in expediting this process will be greatly appreciated.  

Email for Principal

School

Participant

PR0071@dadeschools.net

Eugenia B. Thomas Elementary 

Mariagema Moreno

Sheila Belchior

Caridad Cebey

PR0091@dadeschools.net

Bob Graham Educational Center

Reinel   Reinel Marisito

             Dolores Pulles

PR0201@dadeschools.net

Banyan Elementary

Frank Kemp

PR0401@dadeschools.net

Van E. Blanton Elementary

Solomon Homidas

PR0481@dadeschools.net

James H. Bright Elementary

             Minerva Rios

             Randall Sippo      

PR1161@dadeschools.net

Crestview Elementary    

Veronica Marcello

PR1721@dadeschools.net

Everglades K-8 Center

Idalmis Bofill

PR2111@dadeschools.net

Hialeah Gardens Elementary      

             Tania Ochoa

             Marilyn Galan

             Ana Suero

             Rosario Perez               

PR3301@dadeschools.net

Miami Park Elementary 

Marilyn Ruiz

Guadalupe Pina

Marlene Homy

Pauline Bravo

Yolanda Ramirez

Beverly Fox

PR3421@dadeschools.net

M.A. Milam K-8 Center

             Deborah Izquierdo            Alba Carmona

PR3661@dadeschools.net

Natural Bridge Elementary

             Sharon Moore

             Antoinette Brazzle

 

PR3821@dadeschools.net

North County Elementary Community

Latonia Dilbert

PR3901@dadeschools.net

North Hialeah Elementary

             Nadia Earl

PR4071@dadeschools.net

Olinda Elementary

Honor Syer

PR4171@dadeschools.net

Orchard Villa Elementary

             Shirley Perry

             Mauderia Garmon

             Doraetha Horton

             Beverly Williams           

PR4881@dadeschools.net

Scott Lake Elementary

Wildrede Jacques

PR5381@dadeschools.net

EWF Stirrup Elementary

Ma        Mansela Rodriguez               

             Ana Gomez

             Aileen Vega

PR6031@dadeschools.net

Brownsville Middle

Dwayne Higgs

Lolita Stewart-White

PR6121@dadeschools.net

Ruben Dario Middle Community

            John Murphy

            Nancy Castellon

            Latonya Wilcox

            Miriam Sanchez

PR6231@dadeschools.net

Hialeah Middle  

            Mark Etkind

            Tasha Reed

PR6421@dadeschools.net

Jose Marti Middle

            Ariettys Loriga

PR6821@dadeschools.net

Rockway Middle

 Ruben Artola

PR7141@dadeschools.net

Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior

            Piedad Bell

PR7201@dadeschools.net

Miami Beach Senior

            Loretta Nicolella

PR8005@dadeschools.net 

Lindsey Hopkins Technical

Educational Center

 Isabel Espinosa

PR8151@dadeschools.net

 

Robert Renick Educational Center

            Ralpheal Packingham

       A   Ashley Pruitt

            Donald Williams

            Bernadette Singh

            Adolph Wollmann

            Allison Harley

            Tamesa Reid-Willis

PR9752@dadeschools.net

SPED Instructional Center/Outreach

            Lakia Firsher 

Tonya  Tonya Bush

            Jason Sobo

            Heather Nix

            Leah C. Guzman

            Joyce E. Lark

            

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #816

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 816

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Professional Development for Administrators at Schools Implementing School-wide Positive Behavior Support (PBS)
Category: Specific Schools

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

September 27, 2006

Master Calendar:

View Master Calendar

 

 

School-wide Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Training for Administrators

  • The Division of Special Education is offering a ½-day professional development training for principals and assistant principals working in schools implementing School-wide PBS.
  • Administrators will receive training on the following topics: Critical elements of School-wide PBS; strategies for administrators to support the School-wide PBS process; and, using behavioral data to develop action plans for reducing office discipline referrals and outdoor suspensions.
  • September 27, 2006;  Morning Session, 8:30 am - 11:30 am or Afternoon Session, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm, at Lindsey Hopkins Technical Center, 750 NW 20 Street,  Miami,  Fl, Telephone: 305-324-6070.
  • Administrators should choose either the morning session or the afternoon session.
  • Participants attending the ½-day session will be awarded six Master Plan Points.
  • Participants must register online through the Educational Portal.

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

PR3621@dadeschools.net; PR2861@dadeschools.net; PR2901@dadeschools.net; PR6051@dadeschools.net; PR6061@dadeschools.net; PR6131@dadeschools.net; PR6251@dadeschools.net; PR6361@dadeschools.net; PR6681@dadeschools.net; PR6721@dadeschools.net; PR6741@dadeschools.net; PR6761@dadeschools.net; PR6981@dadeschools.net; PR7631@dadeschools.net; PR8151@dadeschools.net; 

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #755

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 755

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Professional Development Activities for Teachers Working with Bertha Abess Children's Center, Inc. (BACC) Programs for the Emotionally Handicapped (EH) and Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED) 2006-2007 School Year
Category: Specific Schools

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

September 11, 2006

Master Calendar:

View Master Calendar

 

 

Professional Development Activities for Teachers Working with BACC Programs for the Emotionally Handicapped (EH) and Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED)2006-2007 School Year

  • The Division of Special Education, EH/SED Programs, is offering a one-day professional development activities on a variety of topics for  teachers working with BACC programs. 
  • Participants will receive training on the following list of topics: Implementation of the 2006 Revised BACC Program Model; clinical interventions for specific diagnoses; information on agency policies and procedures; information on evidence-based instructional strategies for EH and SED students; and training on the use of evidence-based behavioral interventions.
  • Trainings will be held at Robert Renick Educational Center, 2001 N. W. 207th St, Opa Locka, FL,  Telephone: 305-624- 1171, from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. on the following dates:                                                                                      September 11, 2006, September 25, 2006, October 9, 2006, October 30, 2006, November 6, 2006, November 20, 2006, December 4, 2006, December 18, 2006, January 8, 2007, January 29, 2007, April 9, 2007, and May 4, 2007.
  • Participants attending the one-day training will be awarded six Master Plan Points.  Substitute funds will be provided from the Division of Special Education.
  •  Participants must register online through the Educational Portal.

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

PR0761@dadeschools.net; PR1841@dadeschools.net; PR2041@.dadeschools.net; PR3301@dadeschools.net; PR3821@dadeschools.net; PR4221@dadeschools.net; PR4391@dadeschools.net; PR4841@dadeschools.net; PR4881@dadeschools.net; PR5005@dadeschools.net; PR5561@dadeschools.net; PR6081@dadeschools.net; PR6161@dadeschools.net; PR6241@dadeschools.net; PR6251@dadeschools.net; PR6351@dadeschools.net; PR6391@dadeschools.net  PR6741@dadeschools.net; PR7341@dadeschools.net; PR7431@dadeschools.net; PR7541@dadeschools.net; PR7701@dadeschools.net;

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #752

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 752

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Professional Development Activities for Center Chairpersons and Liaison Teachers Working with Bertha Abess Children’s Center (BACC) Programs for the Emotionally Handicapped (EH) and Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED) 2006-2007
Category: Specific Schools

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

October 12, 2006

Master Calendar:

View Master Calendar

 

 

Professional Development Activities for Center Chairpersons and Liaison Teachers working with BACC Programs for the Emotionally Handicapped and Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED) 2006-2007 School Year

  • The Division of Special Education, EH/SED Programs, is offering a two-day professional development on a variety of topics for center chairpersons and liaison teachers working with BACC programs.
  • Participants will receive training on the following topics: The 2006 Revised BACC Program Model; clinical interventions for specific diagnoses; agency policies and procedures; evidence-based instructional strategies for EH and SED students; legal implications with EH/SED students and their families; and inclusive practices.
  • October 12, 2006, October 13, April 27, 2006, Robert Renick Educational Center, 2001 N. W. 207th St, Opa locka, FL, Telephone:  305-624- 1171, Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  • May 4, 2007, ESE Pre-K In-service Room, 5555 S.W. 93 Street, Miami, Fl,     Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
  • Participants attending both days of the worshops will be awarded 12 master plan points.  Substitute funds will be provided from the Division of Special Education.
  • Participants must register online through the Educational Portal.

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

PR0761@dadeschools.net; PR1841@dadeschools.net; PR2041@dadeschools.net; PR3301@dadeschools.net; PR3821@dadeschools.net; PR4221@dadeschools.net; PR4391@dadeschools.net; PR4841@dadeschools.net; PR4881@dadeschools.net; PR5005@dadeschools.net; PR5561@dadeschools.net; PR6081@dadeschools.net; PR6161@dadeschools.net; PR6241@dadeschools.net; PR6251@dadeschools.net; PR6351@dadeschools.net; PR6391@dadeschools.net; PR6741@dadeschools.net; PR7341@dadeschools.net; PR7431@dadeschools.net; PR7541@dadeschools.net; PR7701@dadeschools.net

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #616

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 616

SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Professional Development Activities for all Counselors Working with Programs for the Emotionally Handicapped (EH) 2006-2007 School Year
Category: Specific Schools

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

September 19, 2006

Master Calendar:

View Master Calendar

 

 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES FOR COUNSELORS WORKING WITH PROGRAMS FOR THE EMOTIONALLY HANDICAPPED (EH) 2006-2007 SCHOOL YEAR

  • The Division of Special Education is offering professional development activities on a variety of topics.
  • Counselors will receive training on the following list of topics:  Legal implications in practice with EH students and their families; new IEP procedures and guidelines, including the concept of integrated IEP practices; assessment and interventions with trauma victims, substance abuse, and cultural sensitivity issues; intervention strategies (instructional and behavioral) with regard to inclusion practices and transition issues with EH students will be provided; and exposure to the Project Adventure Curriculum.
  • September 19, 2006, South Dade Senior High,  8401 SW 167 Avenue, Homestead FL., Telephone: 305-247-4244 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.,
  • November 14, 2006, Barbara Goleman Senior, 14100 NW 89 Avenue, Miami Lakes, FL , Telephone: 305-362-0676
  • April 17, 2007, Robert Renick Educational Center, 2201 NW 207 Street, Opa Locka, FL, Telephone: 305-624-1171
  • May 11, 2007, TBA, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  • Participants will be awarded 21 Master Plan Points for attending all (4) workshops.
  • Participants must register online through the Educational Portal.

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

PR6051@dadeschools.net; PR6421@dadeschools.net; PR6681@dadeschools.net; PR7011@dadeschools.net; PR7111@dadeschools.net; PR7131@dadeschools.net; PR7132@dadeschools.net; PR3661@dadeschools.net; PR6721@dadeschools.net; PR7381@dadeschools.net; PR6521@dadeschools.net; PR6981@dadeschools.net; PR7251@dadeschools.net; PR7511@dadeschools.net; PR6361@dadeschools.net; PR7071@dadeschools.net; PR7301@dadeschools.net; PR7461@dadeschools.net; PR7791@dadeschools.net; PR6901@dadeschools.net; PR7051@dadeschools.net; PR7361@dadeschools.net; PR7431@dadeschools.net; PR7721@dadeschools.net; PR7741@dadeschools.net; PR0651@dadeschools.net; PR6081@dadeschools.net; PR6431@dadeschools.net; PR6761@dadeschools.net; PR6781@dadeschools.net; PR7151@dadeschools.net; PR7731@dadeschools.net; PR7781@dadeschools.net; PR7701@dadeschools.net; PR0831@dadeschools.net; PR6111@dadeschools.net;  

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #614

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 614

DESIGNATED SCHOOLS: Functional Assessment of Behavior (FAB)
Category: Specific Schools

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Functional Assessment of Behavior Refresher Training for Regional Center I staff serving Special Education Programs

TO ALL REGIONAL CENTER I SCHOOLS:

  • In accordance with the requirements of the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Division of Special Education has scheduled a one-day refresher training in Functional Assessment of Behavior (FAB). The session is for teachers, counselors, psychologists, social workers, staffing specialists and any other staff member who have previously completed the training in FAB, (two or three day basic and/or the advanced/specialist) but need an update.  Substitutes will be provided for teachers
  • This workshop has been developed to address the areas representing the greatest need of the FAB process in your school.  Emphasis will be placed on providing participants with the skills needed to develop Behavior Intervention Plans that focus on an instructional model rather than a management model. 
  • Registration is limited and may be completed on line at http://campus.dadeschools.net. This workshop will start promptly at 8:30 a.m.  Anyone entering after 9:00 a.m. will not be accepted, and will have to return to his/her school.  Your cooperation in expediting this process will be greatly appreciated. 
  • September 26, 2006, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., American Senior High School, 18350 NW 67th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33015, Telephone: 305-557-3770.

All_Regions01_PR@dadeschools.net;

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education

 
Weekly Briefing #612

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 612

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Professional Development Activities for (Elementary) Teachers and Their Paraprofessionals
Category: Specific Schools

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

September 15, 2006

Master Calendar:

View Master Calendar

 

 

Professional Development Activities for (elementary) teachers and their paraprofessionals who are working in programs for the emotionally handicapped (EH) and severely emotionally disturbed (SED) 2006-2007 school year.

  • The Division of Special Education is offering a two-day, professional development activity for EH/SED elementary teachers and their paraprofessionals.
  • The focus will be on helping teachers and paraprofessionals who are paired to work together to become more effective in their classrooms.
  • Topics will include but are not be limited to: The nature and needs of EH/SED students; an investigation of the roles and responsibilities of teachers, paraprofessionals, and support personnel; communication skills development, and team work.
  • September 15, and September 16, 2006, at Robert Renick Educational Center, 2201 NW 207 Street, Opa Locka, FL , Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Telephone: 305-624-1171.
  • Participants attending both days of the workshop will be awarded 12 Master Plan Points. Substitute funds will be provided for Friday, September 15, 2006, from the Division of Special Education. A stipend will be awarded to those who attend the Saturday workshop.
  • Participants must register online through the Educational Portal.

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

PR1481@dadeschools.net; PR3821@dadeschools.net; PR3861@dadeschools.net; PR3901@dadeschools.net; PR5021@dadeschools.net; PR0201@dadeschools.net; PR2041@dadeschools.net; PR3301@dadeschools.net; PR4171@dadeschools.net; PR4721@dadeschools.net; PR1841@dadeschools.net; PR2541@dadeschools.net; PR3061@dadeschools.net; PR4221@dadeschools.net; PR4741@dadeschools.net; PR5671@dadeschools.net; PR2511@dadeschools.net; PR2941@dadeschools.net; PR5281@dadeschools.net; PR5791@dadeschools.net; PR0761@dadeschools.net; PR2581@dadeschools.net; PR2911@dadeschools.net; PR3661@dadeschools.net; PR4301@dadeschools.net; PR4881@dadeschools.net; PR0081@dadeschools.net; PR3501@dadeschools.net; PR4841@dadeschools.net; PR5041@dadeschools.net; PR5401@dadeschools.net; PR5561@dadeschools.net; PR0651@dadeschools.net; PR0771@dadeschools.net; PR2001@dadeschools.net; PR2651@dadeschools.net; PR3261@dadeschools.net; PR4391@dadeschools.net; PR4441@dadeschools.net; PR5951@dadeschools.net PR6881@dadeschools.net; PR7201@dadeschools.net; PR7541@dadeschools.net  PR6631@dadeschools.net; PR0831@dadeschools.net;

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education


Weekly Briefing #610

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 610

SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Professional Development Activities (Secondary) Teachers and Their Paraprofessionals
Category: Specific Schools

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

October 13, 2006

Master Calendar:

View Master Calendar

 

 

Professional Development Activities for (secondary) teachers and paraprofessionals in programs for the emotionally handicapped (EH) and severely emotionally disturbed (SED)2006-2007 school year.

  • The Division of Special Education is offering a two-day, professional development activity for EH/SED secondary teachers and the their paraprofessionals.
  • The focus will be on helping teachers and paraprofessionals who are paired to work together to become more effective team members in the classroom.
  • Topics will include but not be limited to: The nature and needs of EH/SED students; an investigation of the roles and responsibilities of teachers, paraprofessionals, and support personnel; and communication skills development and team work.    
  • October 13, and October 14, 2006, Robert Renick Educational Center, 2201 NW 207 Street, Opa Locka, FL , Telephone: 305-624-1171, Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
  • Participants attending both days of the workshop will be awarded 12 Master Plan Points. Substitute funds will be provided for Friday, October 13, 2006, from the Division of Special Education. A stipend will be awarded to those who attend the Saturday workshop.            
  • Participants must register online through the Educational Portal.

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

PR6161@dadeschools.net; PR6351@dadeschools.net; PR6421@dadeschools.net; PR6681@dadeschools.net; PR6051@dadeschools.net; PR7011@dadeschools.net; PR7111@dadeschools.net; PR7131@dadeschools.net; PR7231@dadeschools.net; PR7751@dadeschools.net; PR6121@dadeschools.net; PR6391@dadeschools.net; PR6521@dadeschools.net; PR6981@dadeschools.net; PR7251@dadeschools.net; PR7271@dadeschools.net; PR7411@dadeschools.net; PR7511@dadeschools.net; PR6881@dadeschools.net; PR6131@dadeschools.net; PR7431@dadeschools.net; PR7121@dadeschools.net;  PR6241@dadeschools.net; PR6301@dadeschools.net; PR6541@dadeschools.net; PR6631@dadeschools.net; PR6721@dadeschools.net; PR7141@dadeschools.net; PR7381@dadeschools.net; PR7591@dadeschools.net; PR7541@dadeschools.net; PR6011@dadeschools.net; PR6361@dadeschools.net; PR6411@dadeschools.net; PR6481@dadeschools.net; PR6741@dadeschools.net; PR7301@dadeschools.net; PR7341@dadeschools.net; PR7461@dadeschools.net; PR7791@dadeschools.net; PR6061@dadeschools.net; PR6081@dadeschools.net; PR6251@dadeschools.net; PR6431@dadeschools.net; PR6761@dadeschools.net; PR6781@dadeschools.net; PR7151@dadeschools.net; PR8131@dadeschools.net; PR8101@dadeschools.net; PR2861@dadeschools.net; PR7254@dadeschools.net; PR7631@dadeschools.net; PR8005@dadeschools.net; PR8911@dadeschools.net; PR8151@dadeschools.net; PR8181@dadeschools.net; PR9731@dadeschools.net; PR7201@dadeschools.net;   PR7201@dadeschools.net

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #605

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 605

SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Professional Development Activities (Secondary) Behavior Management Teachers
Category: Specific Schools

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

December 20, 2006

Master Calendar:

View Master Calendar

 

 

Professional Development Activities for (secondary) behavior management teachers (BMTs) working with programs for the emotionally handicapped (EH) and severely emotionally disturbed (SED) 2006-2007 school year.

  • The Division of Special Education is offering professional development activities for (elementary) Behavior Management Teachers (BMT). A variety of topics will be addressed during these meetings.
  • BMTs will receive training on the following topics: Legal implications regarding EH/SED students and their families; information on integrated IEP practices and new IEP procedures and guidelines; elementary BMTs will be provided with additional information regarding social skills curriculum, Functional Assessment of Behavior (FAB), Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP), Safe Crisis Management (SCM), and mental health issues; intervention strategies (instructional and behavioral) with regard to inclusion practices and transition issues with EH/SED students will be provided.
  • September 20, 2006, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, at Howard A. Doolin Middle, 6401 SW 152 Ave, Miami, FL, Telephone: 305-386-6656. 
  • November 16, 2006, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, at Coral Reef Maintenance Satellite, 15301 SW 117 Ave, Miami, FL , Telephone: 305-235-2329.
  • January 17, 2007,  8:30 - 3:30 pm, for Regional Centers 4,5,6, at Coral Reef Maintenance Satellite, 15301 SW 117 AVE, Miami, FL, Telephone: 305-235-2329.
  • January 18, 2007, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, for Regional Centers 1, 2, 3, at Robert Renick Educational Center, 2201 NW 207 St. Opa Locka, FL,  Telephone: 305-624-1171.
  • April 18, 2007, 8:30 am - 3;30 pm, at Robert Renick Educational Center, 2201 NW 207 St. Opa Locka, FL, Telephone: 305-624-1171.
  • May 4, 2007,  8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Location: TBA.
  • Participants attending all six days of the workshop will be awarded 30 Master Plan Points.
  • Participants must register online through the Educational Portal.                    

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:PR6351@dadeschools.net; PR6681@dadeschools.net; PR7011@dadeschools.net; PR6161@dadeschools.net; PR6901@dadeschools.net; PR6121@dadeschools.net; PR7071@dadeschools.net; PR6521@dadeschools.net; PR6981@dadeschools.net; PR7271@dadeschools.net; PR7411@dadeschools.net; PR6881@dadeschools.net; PR6131@dadeschools.net; PR6051@dadeschools.net; PR6241@dadeschools.net; PR6301@dadeschools.net; PR6541@dadeschools.net; PR6721@dadeschools.net; PR7141@dadeschools.net; PR7591@dadeschools.net; PR6011@dadeschools.net; PR6361@dadeschools.net; PR6411@dadeschools.net; PR7301@dadeschools.net; PR7381@dadeschools.net;PR7461@dadeschools.net; PR7791@dadeschools.net; PR6081@dadeschools.net; PR6431@dadeschools.net; PR6761@dadeschools.net; PR7151@dadeschools.net; PR8101@dadeschools.net; PR7131@dadeschools.net; PR7254@dadeschools.net; PR7631@dadeschools.net; PR8911@dadeschools.net; PR6061@dadeschools.net;PR9731@dadeschools.net; PR7531@dadeschools.net;

PR7701@dadeschools.net; PR7111@dadeschools.net; PR7731@dadeschools.net; PR7251@dadeschools.net

Contact:

Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #601

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 601

SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Professional Development Activities (Secondary) Behavior Management Teachers
Category: Specific Schools

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

December 20, 2006

Master Calendar:

View Master Calendar

 

 

Professional Development Activities for (secondary) behavior management teachers (BMTs) working with programs for the emotionally handicapped (EH) and severely emotionally disturbed (SED) 2006-2007 school year.

  • The Division of Special Education is offering professional development activities for (elementary) Behavior Management Teachers (BMT). A variety of topics will be addressed during these meetings.
  • BMTs will receive training on the following topics: Legal implications regarding EH/SED students and their families; information on integrated IEP practices and new IEP procedures and guidelines; elementary BMTs will be provided with additional information regarding social skills curriculum, Functional Assessment of Behavior (FAB), Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP), Safe Crisis Management (SCM), and mental health issues; intervention strategies (instructional and behavioral) with regard to inclusion practices and transition issues with EH/SED students will be provided.
  • September 20, 2006, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, at Howard A. Doolin Middle, 6401 SW 152 Ave, Miami, FL, Telephone: 305-386-6656. 
  • November 16, 2006, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, at Coral Reef Maintenance Satellite, 15301 SW 117 Ave, Miami, FL , Telephone: 305-235-2329.
  • January 17, 2007,  8:30 - 3:30 pm, for Regional Centers 4,5,6, at Coral Reef Maintenance Satellite, 15301 SW 117 AVE, Miami, FL, Telephone: 305-235-2329.
  • January 18, 2007, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, for Regional Centers 1, 2, 3, at Robert Renick Educational Center, 2201 NW 207 St. Opa Locka, FL,  Telephone: 305-624-1171.
  • April 18, 2007, 8:30 am - 3;30 pm, at Robert Renick Educational Center, 2201 NW 207 St. Opa Locka, FL, Telephone: 305-624-1171.
  • May 4, 2007,  8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Location: TBA.
  • Participants attending all six days of the workshop will be awarded 30 Master Plan Points.
  • Participants must register online through the Educational Portal.                    

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

PR6351@dadeschools.net; PR6681@dadeschools.net; PR7011@dadeschools.net; PR6161@dadeschools.net; PR6901@dadeschools.net; PR6121@dadeschools.net; PR7071@dadeschools.net; PR6521@dadeschools.net; PR6981@dadeschools.net; PR7271@dadeschools.net; PR7411@dadeschools.net; PR6881@dadeschools.net; PR6131@dadeschools.net; PR6051@dadeschools.net; PR6241@dadeschools.net; PR6301@dadeschools.net; PR6541@dadeschools.net; PR6721@dadeschools.net; PR7141@dadeschools.net; PR7591@dadeschools.net; PR6011@dadeschools.net; PR6361@dadeschools.net; PR6411@dadeschools.net; PR7301@dadeschools.net; PR7381@dadeschools.net;PR7461@dadeschools.net; PR7791@dadeschools.net; PR6081@dadeschools.net; PR6431@dadeschools.net; PR6761@dadeschools.net; PR7151@dadeschools.net; PR8101@dadeschools.net; PR7131@dadeschools.net; PR7254@dadeschools.net; PR7631@dadeschools.net; PR8911@dadeschools.net; PR6061@dadeschools.net;PR9731@dadeschools.net; PR7531@dadeschools.net;

PR7701@dadeschools.net; PR7111@dadeschools.net; PR7731@dadeschools.net; PR7251@dadeschools.net 

Contact:

Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #560

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 601

SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Professional Development Activities for (Elementary) Behavior Management Teachers
Category: Specific Schools

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

September 20, 2006

Master Calendar:

View Master Calendar

 

 

Professional Development Activities for (elementary) school behavior management teachers (BMTs) working with programs for the emotionally handicapped (EH) and severely emotionally disturbed (SED) 2006 -2007 school year.

  • The Division of Special Education is offering professional development activities for (elementary) Behavior Management Teachers (BMT). A variety of topics will be addressed during these meetings.
  • BMTs will receive training on the following topics: Legal implications regarding EH/SED students and their families; presenters will provide information on integrated IEP practices and new IEP procedures and guidelines; elementary BMTs will be provided with additional information regarding social skills curriculum, Functional Assessment of Behavior (FAB), Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP), Safe Crisis Management (SCM), and mental health issues; intervention strategies (instructional and behavioral) with regard to inclusive practices and transition issues with EH/SED students.
  • September 20, 2006, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, at Howard A. Doolin Middle, 6401 SW 152 Ave, Miami, FL, Telephone: 305-386-6656.                              
  • November 15, 2006,  8:30 am - 3:30 pm, at Coral Reef Maintenance Satellite, 15301 SW 117 Ave, Miami, FL , Telephone: 305-235-2329.                     
  • January 17, 2007, 8:30 am  - 3:30 pm, for Regional Centers 4,5,6, at Coral Reef Maintenance Satellite, 15301 SW 117 AVE, Miami, FL,            Telephone: 305-235-2329.                                                                               
  • January 18, 2007, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, for Regional Centers 1, 2, 3, at Robert Renick Educational Center, 2201 N 207 St. Opa Locka, FL,  Telephone:  305-624-1171.                                                                               
  • April 19, 2007, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, at Robert Renick Educational Center, 2201 N 207 St. Opa Locka, FL,  Telephone: 305-624-1171.                                        
  • May 4, 2007, 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m., Location TBA.
  • Participants attending all six days of the workshop will be awarded 30 Master Plan Points.
  • Participants must register online through the Educational Portal.

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:

PR1481@dadeschools.net; PR3861@dadeschools.net; PR3901@dadeschools.net; PR5021@dadeschools.net; PR0201@dadeschools.net; PR4171@dadeschools.net; PR4721@dadeschools.net; PR2541@dadeschools.net; PR3061@dadeschools.net; PR4741@dadeschools.net; PR5671@dadeschools.net; PR2941@dadeschools.net; PR5281@dadeschools.net; PR5791@dadeschools.net; PR0761@dadeschools.net; PR2581@dadeschools.net; PR2911@dadeschools.net; PR3661@dadeschools.net; PR4301@dadeschools.net; PR0081@dadeschools.net; PR3501@dadeschools.net; PR5041@dadeschools.net; PR5401@dadeschools.net; PR0651@dadeschools.net; PR0771@dadeschools.net; PR2001@dadeschools.net; PR2651@dadeschools.net; PR4441@dadeschools.net; PR5951@dadeschools.net; PR4461@dadeschools.net; PR1401@dadeschools.net; PR3381@dadeschools.net

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education
Weekly Briefing #560

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 September 8, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefing ID #: 560

SELECTED PRINCIPALS: Change in Bertha Abess Children's Center Program Model
Category: Specific Schools

 

 

Audience: 

n/a

 

 

Due Date:

n/a

Meeting Date:

n/a

 

 

Attachment(s):

_CHANGE_IN_BERTHA_ABESS_CHILDREN'S_CENTER_PROGRAM_MODEL.pdf

To inform selected principals of a change in program model for the emotionally handicapped (EH) or severely emotionally disturbed (SED) program at their school sites for the 2006- 2007 school year.

  • A program model change for your emotionally handicapped (EH) or severely emotionally disturbed (SED) program will occur.
  • At the beginning of the 2006-2007 school year, Bertha Abess Children's Center (BACC) will no longer be involved in the management of the EH or SED program at your school site.
  • BACC will continue to provide services at 22 sites.
  • Program training will be provided by staff from the Office of Special Education, Alternative Outreach, and Psychological Services.

TO SELECTED PRINCIPALS:  PR2511@dadeschools. PR8005@dadeschools.net; PR6881@dadeschools.net; PR7381@dadeschools.net; PR6631@dadeschools.net; PR7201@dadeschools.net; PR7141@dadeschools.net; PR6541@dadeschools.net;  

Contact:

Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

DIVISION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
August 31, 2006
Matrix of Services Workshops 2006-2007
 
F-DOE August 25, 2005 Please find attached a memo regarding Online Tutorial to Assist Individuals Responsible for the Education of Students with Disabilities.
Weekly Briefing # 592

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 August 25, 2005

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 MANDATORY SAFE CRISIS MANAGEMENT TRAINING FOR STAFF SERVING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
  • This training is for teachers, paraprofessionals, and other staff working with emotionally handicapped, severely emotionally disturbed, autistic, and other students with disabilities who have physical restraint provisions on their Individual Educational Plans (IEPs).
  • Pursuant to Article VIII, Section 3 of the contract between United Teachers of Dade and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, three-day trainings on Safe Crisis Management will be scheduled by the Division of Special Education (SPED). 
  • These trainings will be provided for staff who have not received these trainings including all regular subject area instructional staff (e.g., art, music, and physical education).  Please indicate the names, positions, exceptionalities, and training dates preference of staff members from your location who will need Safe Crisis Management training on the attached survey form. 
  • Each principal will be notified regarding the staff members scheduled to attend future trainings.  Funds for substitute teachers will be provided.  Substitutes will not be provided for paraprofessionals or behavior management teachers.  Please return the survey form by September 1, 2006 to: 9615, Suite 407J,  Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor, Division of Special Education.
     

Contact:

Ms. Robin J. Morrison, Instructional Supervisor ( 305-995-1806 )

Department:

Division of Special Education

Safe Crisis Management Survey
SPECIAL BRIEFING 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 August 17, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please Note:  Mandatory meeting regarding CELLA Training -  one administrator and test chair.  You must register on-line.  The actual testing begins in September

 TO:                 All Principals

 FROM:           Joanne Urrutia, Administrative Director

                         Division of Bilingual Education and World Languages

SUBJECT:    FALL 2006-2007 COMPREHENSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING ASSESSMENT (CELLA)

Consistent with the Department of Education’s (DOE’s) evidence of program accountability in accordance with Title III of No Child Left Behind (NCLB), which calls for schools and districts to meet state accountability objectives for increasing the English-language proficiency of English language learners, the district will implement the Comprehensive English Language Learning Assessment (CELLA).  Each school district must administer the CELLA to identify language proficiency levels of individual students during the fall and spring of the 2006-07 school year.

Because the assessment is being newly implemented, it is essential that school site administrators and ESOL personnel are informed regarding how to implement the CELLA administration. Two half-day CELLA orientation sessions are scheduled on August 21, 2006 for Test Chairpersons and school administrators. Registration is required. Please register on-line at:

 http://teacherfair.dadeschools.net/CELLA/CELLAForm1.asp

 CELLA Orientation meeting

 August 21, 2006

 Sheraton Hotel (formerly Radisson Mart)  777 NW 72nd Ave.   Miami, FL 33126

            AM Session               8:30 to noon

            PM Session               1:00 to 4:30

Questions regarding this information may be directed to the Division of Bilingual Education and World Languages at 305-995-1945.
Weekly Briefing #641

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

August 15, 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 CELLA Education training for teachers.
 
  • The CELLA will be administered to ESOL students.
  • Only ESOL SPED students who are administered the Oral Language Proficiency Scale-Revised/Modified-Oral Language Proficiency Scale must be administered the CELLA.
  • Principals must submit the name of the SPED teachers who will be conducting the assessment by completing the attached form and faxing it to 305-596-5288 attention Ms. Aniana Marban, Senior Secretary, or e-mail the name of the teacher to Ms. Aniana Marban, Senior Secretary at ammarban@dadeschools.net.
  • Substitutes, if needed, will be provided for half a day.
  • A Substitute Form with the funding structure will be distributed at the time of the workshop.
  • Support will be provided to the schools by the Bilingual Assessors during the administration of the test.

     

Contact:

Rosalia Gallo ( 305-274-8889 )

Department:

Bilingual/ESOL Special Education
492 July 14, 2006 ITS - ESE Student Transportation 2006
445 June 22, 2006 Matrix of Services Forms and REMINDERS - MONITORING MATRIX OF SERVICES FORMS

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