Pathways to Success Virtual Community of Practice
Free
The Pathways to Success Community of Practice is a series of one-hour virtual sessions designed to support the professional growth of educators who work with students with significant cognitive disabilities. These sessions create a collaborative space for educators to share insights, resources, and strategies that address the unique needs of their students.
Benefits
These features and benefits combine to provide a robust, supportive learning experience that empowers educators to enhance their practice and make a meaningful difference in the lives of their students.
- Equips staff with skills and knowledge for professional growth.
- Streamlines processes to save time and resources while maintaining high service standards.
- Encourages a sense of community through shared goals and collaborative efforts.
Goals
- Enhance educator expertise with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to effectively support students with significant cognitive disabilities.
- Foster collaborative learning
- Develop strategies that improve communication and build trust with families, fostering a collaborative approach to student success.
- Promote the adoption of instructional practices that ensure all students, regardless of their cognitive abilities, receive high-quality, equitable education.
- Empower educators to use data, such as DLM Score Reports, to inform and refine their instructional approaches for better student outcomes.
- Expand access to resources
- Support continuous professional growth
Who might benefit from participating?
- General Education Teacher
- Instructional Coach
- Principal
- District Assessment Coordinator
- Director of Curriculum and Instruction
- Director of Special Education or Pupil Services
Outcomes/Deliverables
- One-hour virtual sessions
- Tailored content based on the specific needs and interests of the group, ensuring relevant and practical discussions.
- Collaborative environment to engage with fellow educators to share experiences, resources, and best practices.
- Comprehensive topics on a wide range of critical topics.
- Expert-led discussions facilitated by experienced educators and specialists in the field.
