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Our commitment to least restrictive environment (LRE) for each student is to ensure that Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams begin with the general education setting, with the use of Supplementary Aids and Services, before considering a more restrictive environment.  Successful inclusive education of students who have IEPs involves the use of appropriate supports and services necessary to participate in and benefit from both the general classroom setting and other natural environments.  Inclusive education is intentional in its programming and views the needs of the individual student from not simply an academic perspective but also a transitional, behavioral, and social/emotional perspective. 



 

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A Multi-Tiered Approach to School Discipline: Proactive Strategies to Reduce Exclusionary Practices A Multi-Tiered Approach to School Discipline: Proactive Strategies to Reduce Exclusionary Practices

Despite their widespread use, research has shown that disciplinary exclusions are ineffective in reducing problem behaviors. By adopting a multi-tiered systems approach, school teams can choose options that align with their school's culture and implement multiple strategies that can improve support for students. This product is an overview of a multi-tiered approach to school discipline.
Education Leader - Special Education Paraprofessional Supports in Inclusive Schools Education Leader - Special Education Paraprofessional Supports in Inclusive Schools School leaders play a critical role in establishing effective education practices for all students. A common challenge in this role relates to establishing and sustaining the effective use of paraprofessional support for students with disabilities. This issue of Special Education Leader focuses on how, through strategic planning and active supervision, special education leaders can support special education paraprofessionals.
Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) The Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) is a structured process to analyze the instructional, physical, and social environment of a general education setting from the perspective of an individual student. The intended outcome of using the FAB is to have an implementation plan, through the use of supplementary aids and services, that expands participation and learning for a student with a disability. 
Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) (Spanish) Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) (Spanish) The Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) is a structured process to analyze the instructional, physical, and social environment of a general education setting from the perspective of an individual student. The intended outcome of using the FAB is to have an implementation plan, through the use of supplementary aids and services, that expands participation and learning for a student with a disability. Spanish version. Also available in English.
Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB): A Guide for Schools Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB): A Guide for Schools The Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) With Supplementary Aids and Services: A Guide for Schools
This tip sheet provides information about the FAB, a structured and collaborative process used to identify a student goal for inclusion.
Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB): A Tip Sheet for Families and Family Organizations Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB): A Tip Sheet for Families and Family Organizations The Framework for Access and Belonging (FAB) With Supplementary Aids and Services: A Tip Sheet for Families and Family Organizations
This tip sheet provides information about the FAB, a tool used to identify an access and/or belonging priority to expand participation and learning for a child with a disability.
Guidelines for Calculating Educational Environment for Federal Special Education Reporting Guidelines for Calculating Educational Environment for Federal Special Education Reporting The purpose of this document is to guide Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams in calculating the Educational Environment in Section VIII of the IEP, for PennData reporting.
Research-Based Effective Teaching Principles Research-Based Effective Teaching Principles This fact sheet lists research-validated, effective teaching principles.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Co-Teaching Teachers' Desk Reference: Co-Teaching This issue of Teachers’ Desk Reference focuses on co-teaching practices as an instructional delivery approach to facilitate student achievement while meeting the diverse needs of children in today’s classrooms. Available in a convenient bundle.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Inclusive Practices Teachers' Desk Reference: Inclusive Practices This issue of Teachers' Desk Reference provides information about implementing practices where all students, regardless of cognitive or academic level, have opportunities to be included in the general education classroom, participating in standards-based curriculum. Available in a convenient bundle.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Preparing for an IEP Team Meeting Teachers' Desk Reference: Preparing for an IEP Team Meeting This Teachers’ Desk Reference provides information to assist teachers in following established timelines and procedures for planning and gathering information for the Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting. This publication also offers tips to help teachers organize preparation tasks that result in sound IEPs that meet state and federal regulations. Available in a convenient bundle.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Universal Design for Learning Teachers' Desk Reference: Universal Design for Learning This issue of Teachers’ Desk Reference provides an overview of Universal Design for Learning, an approach to designing curriculum and learning experiences that address the needs of increasingly diverse learners. Available in a convenient bundle.
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