Pathways to Professional Learning
The Pathways to Professional Learning Model
The Pathways to Professional Learning (PL) model represents a fundamental shift in our strategy, moving beyond the limitations of "one-off" sessions toward a relationship-centered, coordinated support system. This model is designed for sustained implementation, ensuring that professional development is not merely an event, but a continuous process of growth that reduces compliance concerns and strengthens systemic health across our Local Educational Agencies (LEAs).
Pathways to Professional Learning Intentions
- Increase Participation: Support LEAs in attending targeted trainings that align directly with their identified areas of systemic growth.
- Build Capacity: Provide progressive, sequenced learning opportunities that move from initial understanding to deep classroom implementation.
- Improve Systems: Strengthen the procedures, instructional frameworks, and compliance structures that drive improved student outcomes.
- Promote Accountability: Ensure that learning translates into action through intentional follow-through, coaching, and measurable evidence of impact.
- Strengthen Relationships: Foster collaborative partnerships between Program Specialists and LEA leadership to sustain long-term improvement.
Explore Our Professional Learning Pathways
Director and School Administrator Pathway
Strengthen your leadership in special education through a coordinated professional learning pathway designed specifically for directors and school administrators. Topics include leading effective IEP teams, managing compliance and SEIS data, charter school health requirements, transition planning, and leadership development through the Leadership Academy and Legal Forum.
Recommended Participants: Directors, Coordinators, Principals, Assistant Principals, and LEA Administrators
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Education Specialist Pathway
Build your skills and strengthen your practice through a coordinated professional learning pathway designed specifically for Education Specialists and Case Managers. Trainings cover IEP development and educational benefit, standards-based goal writing, behavior support and de-escalation, SEIS, autism supports, and credential bridge opportunities.
Recommended Participants: Education Specialists, Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe Teachers, Case Managers, and Special Education Teachers
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Paraeducator Pathway
Build your skills and strengthen your practice through a coordinated professional learning pathway designed specifically for Paraeducators. The Paraeducator Academy series and related trainings cover special education foundations, classroom strategies, supporting student behavior, de-escalation, and evidence-based practices for students with autism.
Recommended Participants: Paraeducators, Instructional Aides, and Classroom Support Staff
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School Psychologist Pathway
Strengthen your understanding of key practices, assessment, and mental health supports to promote positive student outcomes. This pathway includes the School Psychologist Academy and Community of Practice, the Resilient Roots Wellness Series, autism supports, and transition planning.
Recommended Participants: School Psychologists, Assessment Staff, and Mental Health Team Members