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Using Data to Understand Student Performance and Improve Student Outcomes

Using Data to Understand Student Performance and Improve Student Outcomes

TCSOS is pleased to be hosting a presentation by Dr. Joel Rabin from Inform2Inspire about analyzing and using data to understand student performance and improve student outcomes.

This workshop will be held at TCSOS on Wednesday, May 3, from 3-5 pm in Room 217.  This is intended for Superintendents, Site Administrators, Data Managers, and Teacher Leaders.

The main topics to be covered will be:

• Understanding CA School Dashboard scores, what they mean, how close our performance was to receiving higher ratings on the Dashboard, and how our scores compare to others
• Understanding what data analysis means, how to analyze our data effectively, and scheduling data analysis to improve our outcomes

To learn more about Joel’s work, check out his website at:  https://www.inform2inspire.com/

Student Records

Student Records

What is a pupil record as it relates to special education?  This training will help administrators understand legal requirements for records better and provide a checklist for responding to requests more quickly, comprehensively, and efficiently.

Red Flags

Red Flags

This training will assist administrators in identifying red flags that indicate potential issues with a student’s program and services.  Participants will learn how to anticipate parent requests for services, aide support, and other common requests and what actionable steps districts should take when these warning signs are presented.

Facilitating IEP Meetings

Facilitating IEP Meetings

Facilitation is the process in which an individual assists an IEP team with communication and problem-solving strategies so the IEP team can develop a child-focused educational program while maintaining positive working relationships.  Administrators will walk away with an understanding of the facilitator role, stages of facilitation, crucial communication and listening skills, and strategies and techniques to facilitate an IEP meeting successfully. 

Parent Consent and Exceptions

Parent Consent and Exceptions

This training will guide administrators on technical next steps when parents provide full consent to the IEP or sign with exceptions.

Fundamentals of IEP Note Taking

Fundamentals of IEP Note Taking

This training is designed to teach IEP administrators best practices for taking IEP notes. Information presented will include what should and should not be stated in the IEP notes, best practices for IEP note-taking, and how to handle disagreements over IEP notes.

Role of the LEA Administrator at the IEP Meeting

Role of the LEA Administrator at the IEP Meeting

This training will focus on the LEA Administrator’s role in every IEP meeting as a communication activity within a legal and leadership framework. The essentials of both frameworks will be reviewed through the lens of what the LEA Administrator needs to know and be able to do as they lead the process of IEP meetings.