🎉 SPED Teachers — Let’s Level Up Your IEP Game! 🎉

Join us for an energizing session in the ElevatED SPED Learning Series focused on Alternate Assessment!

🧠 What we’re diving into:

✨ Participation guidelines (and how to justify them!)

✨ Overview of Alternate Assessment eligibility

✨ How to document clear, data-based decisions in the IEP

🗓 December 4th

12:00–3:00 PM

💻 Live on Zoom — link sent only to registered participants!

This virtual session is designed just for YOU—whether you’re new to Alternate Assessment or want a confidence boost before spring IEP season. Come learn, ask questions, and strengthen your decision-making skills with a supportive community!

➡️ Register now!

https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/9cByZqNR

2 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
flyer

📣 Attention SESC Principals!
Join colleagues from across Kentucky for the Kentucky Principal Network — a day of collaboration, problem-solving, and fresh ideas tailored just for school leaders.

The next session is EdCamp on
🗓 January 14, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM CST
💡 Roundtable discussions • Leveled sessions • KDE updates • P3 collaborative support
📍 Hosted by P3 and the 8 Educational Cooperatives

Register here ➡️ https://forms.gle/LheYh2MxZDmsDF1p6

Let’s lead, connect, and learn — together for the schools of today and tomorrow!

Are you interested in presenting on a topic of interest?

You can submit a proposal here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelFsaXT-uA2j99B43FhZuhmu4VwxRK6_EkCZCvitf_gin60w/viewform

2 days ago, Renee Hibbard
25-26 Kentucky Principal Network flyer
🌟 ElevatED SPED Learning Series: Session 5
IEP Development Part 2 – Diving Deeper into SDI

Are you ready to take your understanding of IEPs to the next level? Join us as we dive deeper into Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) — the foundation of effective individualized education programs.

This session will help educators connect the “why” behind SDI to practical, classroom-ready strategies that make a real difference for students. Whether you’re new to SDI or looking to refine your current practices, this training will provide clarity, tools, and inspiration to strengthen your approach.

📅 Date: January 7
🕛 Time: 12:00–3:00 PM
💻 Location: Zoom

💡 Session Topics Include:

What is Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)?

Exploring the Reading & Math SDI Toolkits

Practical strategies for implementing SDI in IEPs

Connecting SDI to student success and meaningful outcomes

✨ Learning designed just for you!

📲 Register now: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/IUNBXVPE
📧 For more information, contact brandi.bray1@sesccoop.org

#ElevatEDLearning #SESC #SERTAC #SpecialEducation #IEPDevelopment #SDI #EducatorTraining #InclusiveEducation #StudentSuccess
2 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
ElevatED Sped IEP part 2

Do you support MTSS in your school or district? Join us for the December (VIRTUAL) MTSS Cadre, where we will learn and share together! Register today! bit.ly/mtssDEC25

3 days ago, Renee Hibbard
SESC MTSS Cadre Dec. 17, 2025

📢 School Leaders: Every Day Counts! Restorative Paths to Reduce Suspension & Absenteeism Struggling with persistent behavior challenges? Looking for practical strategies that actually work? This high-impact training is built for you.

📅 January 20th, 2026

⏰ 9:00–3:00

📍 SESC London (55 Waco Dr., London, KY)

Join us for a powerful session focused on reducing suspensions, re-engaging students, and strengthening school climate—all while easing the administrative load on your team. Learn restorative and accountability-based approaches aligned with the Kentucky MTSS framework to improve climate data, build family buy-in, and address chronic absenteeism. Participants will leave with ready-to-use Structured Day and Accountability Project templates, plus practical de-escalation strategies that can be implemented immediately. If your school is ready for a proactive, restorative approach to behavior that truly makes a difference, you won’t want to miss this!

Registration Link: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/XQsmdiSy

Flyer: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1xETR-G3H3PX44YGgCBhUHPjIQW7ceOai

3 days ago, Dusty Phelps
Flyer
Join SESC's SERTAC for a session focusing on alternate assessment in the IEP and the participation guidelines. This session will be conducted virtually and a Zoom link will only be sent to those who are registered.

Register Here: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/9cByZqNR
5 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
flyer
The SESC Coaching Academy is now open for registration for the 2025-2026 school year! Contact leah.marcum@sesccoop.org for more information. #sesccoop #servingyou

REGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GIbzmzcSeYCuIE9UdwSxsLiW2u1MbT6basd7M18mzWs/edit?tab=t.0
5 days ago, Ashley Judd
Coaching Academy
🌟 ElevatED SPED Learning Series: Session 5
IEP Development Part 2 – Diving Deeper into SDI

Are you ready to take your understanding of IEPs to the next level? Join us as we dive deeper into Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) — the foundation of effective individualized education programs.

This session will help educators connect the “why” behind SDI to practical, classroom-ready strategies that make a real difference for students. Whether you’re new to SDI or looking to refine your current practices, this training will provide clarity, tools, and inspiration to strengthen your approach.

📅 Date: January 7
🕛 Time: 12:00–3:00 PM
💻 Location: Zoom

💡 Session Topics Include:

What is Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)?

Exploring the Reading & Math SDI Toolkits

Practical strategies for implementing SDI in IEPs

Connecting SDI to student success and meaningful outcomes

✨ Learning designed just for you!

📲 Register now: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/IUNBXVPE
📧 For more information, contact brandi.bray1@sesccoop.org

#ElevatEDLearning #SESC #SERTAC #SpecialEducation #IEPDevelopment #SDI #EducatorTraining #InclusiveEducation #StudentSuccess
5 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
ElevatED Sped IEP part 2
SESC is incredibly proud of all the hard work going on around the region to move students forward! SESC is committed to partnering with you as you continue the work of climbing even higher! #servingyou #sesccoop
5 days ago, Ashley Judd
congratulations

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join us this month for the Parent & Family Engagement Cadre on Nov.20th!

We’re excited to welcome guest speaker Jeremy Taylor, speaker,/trainer/coach, and founder of the inspiring Dads at Drop-Off initiative! 🚗✨

Jeremy will share how simple, intentional connections between families and schools can build stronger relationships, boost student confidence, and create a sense of belonging for everyone—especially our dads and father figures. 💙

Don’t miss this opportunity to gather fresh ideas and energy for family engagement in your school community!

You must register to attend to receive the Zoom link.
Register to attend here: bit.ly/PFEnov

6 days ago, Renee Hibbard
Parent & Family Engagement Cadre Flyer

PBIS Tier 2 Fall Cohort - Step Up your PBIS to Tier 2 System of Supports. This Fall Cohort is a training series designed to help you develop a Tier 2 System with interventions to target problem behavior. PBIS is about PREVENTION. Let's work together to develop interventions that work for your students! This training is for school-based teams already implementing PBIS Tier 1 with fidelity. #sesccoop #servingyou

Register at the SESC Events page

6 days ago, Ashley Judd
pbis tier 2 fall cohort
More than 50 regional Speech-Language Pathologists came together for a powerful day of learning focused on Apraxia of Speech & Fluency. Special thanks to Dr. Lonnie Harris for leading such an engaging and informative session! 📚✨
#sesc
6 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
Harris PD
Harris PD
Harris PD
🌟 ElevatED SPED Learning Series: Session 5
IEP Development Part 2 – Diving Deeper into SDI

Are you ready to take your understanding of IEPs to the next level? Join us as we dive deeper into Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) — the foundation of effective individualized education programs.

This session will help educators connect the “why” behind SDI to practical, classroom-ready strategies that make a real difference for students. Whether you’re new to SDI or looking to refine your current practices, this training will provide clarity, tools, and inspiration to strengthen your approach.

📅 Date: January 7
🕛 Time: 12:00–3:00 PM
💻 Location: Zoom

💡 Session Topics Include:

What is Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)?

Exploring the Reading & Math SDI Toolkits

Practical strategies for implementing SDI in IEPs

Connecting SDI to student success and meaningful outcomes

✨ Learning designed just for you!

📲 Register now: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/IUNBXVPE
📧 For more information, contact brandi.bray1@sesccoop.org

#ElevatEDLearning #SESC #SERTAC #SpecialEducation #IEPDevelopment #SDI #EducatorTraining #InclusiveEducation #StudentSuccess
9 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
ElevatED Sped IEP part 2

Sometimes, the biggest classroom transformations come from the smallest shifts. In this interactive session, educators will explore how one intentional, high-leverage change can make learning more vibrant, engaging, and meaningful for every student.
Register to attend: bit.ly/VibrantNov19

10 days ago, Renee Hibbard
The Power of One Change flyer
🌟 ElevatED SPED Learning Series: Session 5
IEP Development Part 2 – Diving Deeper into SDI

Are you ready to take your understanding of IEPs to the next level? Join us as we dive deeper into Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) — the foundation of effective individualized education programs.

This session will help educators connect the “why” behind SDI to practical, classroom-ready strategies that make a real difference for students. Whether you’re new to SDI or looking to refine your current practices, this training will provide clarity, tools, and inspiration to strengthen your approach.

📅 Date: January 7
🕛 Time: 12:00–3:00 PM
💻 Location: Zoom

💡 Session Topics Include:

What is Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)?

Exploring the Reading & Math SDI Toolkits

Practical strategies for implementing SDI in IEPs

Connecting SDI to student success and meaningful outcomes

✨ Learning designed just for you!

📲 Register now: https://app.sesccoop.org/landings/join_activity/IUNBXVPE
📧 For more information, contact brandi.bray1@sesccoop.org

#ElevatEDLearning #SESC #SERTAC #SpecialEducation #IEPDevelopment #SDI #EducatorTraining #InclusiveEducation #StudentSuccess
10 days ago, Dr. Brandi Bray
ElevatED Sped IEP part 2

Strengthen partnerships that support the whole child by joining this collaborative cadre focused on student, parent, and family engagement. We will explore effective strategies for building trust, improving communication, and creating inclusive opportunities for families to be active partners in education. Share ideas, learn from others, and walk away with tools to foster meaningful engagement that leads to stronger outcomes for all students. #sesccoop #servingyou

REGISTER HERE:
November: bit.ly/pfenov
December: bit.ly/pfedecmbr
January: bit.ly/pfejan
February: bit.ly/pfefeb
March: bit.ly/pfemar
April: bit.ly/pfeapr

10 days ago, Ashley Judd
student, parent, and family engagement cadre

Do you support MTSS in your school or district? Join us for the December (VIRTUAL) MTSS Cadre, where we will learn and share together! Register today! bit.ly/mtssDEC25

11 days ago, Renee Hibbard
SESC MTSS Cadre Dec. 17, 2025
Did you know that your PBIS Team can complete the Tiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI) and enter your results into PBIS Assessment, a FREE space to manage, enter, and review survey data to improve your school's PBIS implementation? Have questions or need support? SESC is here to help!
12 days ago, Renee Hibbard
TFI Walkthrough Flyer

NEXT LEVEL PBIS - Is your school ready to take your PBIS to the next level? Join a Cohort this Fall or Spring to prepare your PBIS team to implement Tier 2 with Fidelity. This 5 part series will help you establish a Tier 2 system of Behavior Supports that includes a continuum of interventions such as Check In Check Out and Small Groups for Skills Instruction. This is for schools already implementing PBIS Tier 1 with fidelity. #sesccoop #servingyou

Go to SESC Events page to register.

12 days ago, Ashley Judd
PBIS Tier 2 Training Series
"🚨 TEACHERS: When behavior hits the fan… are you ready? 🚨
Join us after school for a 1.5-hour virtual training designed just for Kentucky teachers!

Learn practical, easy-to-use de-escalation strategies that fit right into your PBIS framework.
💡 What you’ll walk away with:
✅ How to spot early warning signs of escalation
✅ Verbal + non-verbal strategies to calm tense situations
✅ Relationship-building & positive reinforcement tools
✅ Real-life practice through examples & role-play

This session is all about keeping classrooms safe, positive, and focused on learning—without adding more stress to your plate.

📅 Date: [November 12th 2025]
🕔 Time: 3:30-5:00 (1.5 hrs)
💻 Virtual via Zoom - Zoom link will come in email after registration!

REGISTRATION LINK: bit.ly/ESCALvirtual

Downloadable Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Rs_OxBa3Z5JbEzUrbw_xpYDelnyJkTef/view?usp=sharing
13 days ago, Dusty Phelps
When Behavior Hits the Fan Flyer