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The Literacy Toolkit is a training series consisting of a progressive sequence of interactive webinars focused on expanding the instructional interventions used to promote the literacy achievement of students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Presentations in the training series will focus on how to plan and implement instructional interventions based on student learning needs and evidenced-based assessments (norm-referenced, criterion-referenced, and progress monitoring). Instructional delivery “techniques” and implementation “tips and tricks” will be discussed. Additionally, a set of intervention resources, materials, weblinks, and e-learning applications will be assembled for each topic to assist with implementation.

The Literacy Toolkit is a training series consisting of a progressive sequence of interactive webinars focused on expanding the instructional interventions used to promote the literacy achievement of students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Presentations in the training series will focus on how to plan and implement instructional interventions based on student learning needs and evidenced-based assessments (norm-referenced, criterion-referenced, and progress monitoring). Instructional delivery "techniques" and implementation "tips and tricks" will be discussed. Additionally, a set of intervention resources, materials, weblinks, and e-learning applications will be assembled for each topic to assist with implementation.

PDE strongly encourages the participation of teachers who directly administer the PSSAs or Keystone Exams and are responsible for the implementation of accommodations for all students, including students with individualized education programs and 504 Plans, and all English language learner students. Presenters from PDE will examine the PSSA and Keystone Exams Accommodations Guidelines for Paper/Pencil and Online Assessments. During this session, presenters will highlight changes and discuss appropriate use of accommodations in statewide assessments. Please note there are several significant changes regarding Unique Accommodations procedures. Test security and administration procedures will also be discussed.

Listen to Ashley’s heartfelt story about her first-born child and their journey as she struggled to learn how to read. Reflect on Dr. Sally Shaywitz’s words as she spoke with Ashley about meeting the needs of students with dyslexia. Be inspired by the resiliency in our children.

Come watch how schools and early childhood programs are teaching positive school, program-wide, and setting specific behavioral expectations. The 2016 film festival highlights early childhood through high school implementation of positive behavior interventions and supports.

As of 2017, roughly 1 in every 2 school districts across Pennsylvania has established a multi-tiered system of support! That’s over 250 districts! Hear how these schools have made great strides in improving student outcomes.

This year, the MTSS Academic Initiative welcomes STEM! School practitioners K-12, administrators and families will have multiple opportunities to engage in meaningful professional learning sessions across ALL disciplines, including science, technology and engineering! Attend this year's forum to gain deep content, move forward with sound implementation across the tiers and expand your continuum of data-based decision-making tools and evidence-based practices.

Come watch how schools and early childhood programs are teaching positive school, program-wide, and setting specific behavioral expectations. The 2017 film festival highlights early childhood through high school implementation of positive behavior interventions and supports.

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) offers the 2018 Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for Keystone Exams and PSSA Tests webinar and power point to examine the PSSA and Keystone Exams Accommodations Guidelines for Paper/Pencil and Online Assessments, highlight changes for 2018, present test security and administration procedures, and discuss appropriate use of accommodations in statewide assessments.

The Core Leadership Team (CLT) is essential in establishing a foundation for collaboration within any school setting. Through commitment, reflection and shared decision-making, the CLT sets the tone for program-wide PBIS implementation. This session will take a look at one team’s progression over time, including its strengths, challenges and lessons learned.