Special Education – NUSD https://nusd.org Engage. Inspire. Empower. Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:51:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://nusd.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/cropped-NUSD-Icon@4x-32x32.png Special Education – NUSD https://nusd.org 32 32 Public Hearing Notice https://nusd.org/public-hearing-notice-2/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:51:52 +0000 https://nusd.org/?p=40917 The SELPA office will be holding its annual public meeting on May 22, 2024, to fulfill the CDE requirement to have the SELPA’s Annual Budget and Service Plans adopted at a public hearing as outlined in California Education Code Section 56205.

Location:

Marin County Office of Education
1111 Las Gallinas Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94913

Download the Notice Here

English  Spanish

 

]]> Public Hearing Notice https://nusd.org/public-hearing-notice/ Mon, 10 Apr 2023 21:09:29 +0000 https://nusd.org/?p=37363 The SELPA office will be holding its annual public meeting on May 24, 2023, to fulfill the CDE requirement to have the SELPA’s Annual Budget and Service Plans adopted at a public hearing as outlined in California Education Code Section 56205.

Download the Notice Here

English  Spanish

 

]]> First District Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting https://nusd.org/ebp-for-students-with-autism-2-2/ Mon, 22 Aug 2022 19:48:25 +0000 https://nusd.org/?p=34917

Join us …

for our first DSEAC meeting of the year on

September 15, 2022 from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

 at the

Novato Unified School District Office, Room 107

]]> Neurodiversity Week – March 21-27, 2022 https://nusd.org/neurodiversity-week-march-21-27-2022/ Thu, 17 Mar 2022 17:38:30 +0000 https://nusd.org/?p=32761 Neurodiversity Week (March 21st-27th) is about celebrating the strengths and talents of people with learning differences. Neurodiversity describes the idea that people experience and interact with the world around them in many different ways; there is no one “right” way of thinking, learning, and behaving, and differences are not viewed as deficits. The neurodiversity movement emerged during the 1990s, aiming to increase acceptance and inclusion of all people while embracing neurological differences. It is based on the concept that neurological variances should be recognized and respected just like any other human variation such as gender, race, ethnicity, or sexual orientation.

Through this work, we focus on inclusive practices that acknowledge all humans are different, with unique minds, needs, and abilities. This approach moves beyond labels and recognizes that differences in ability are natural and can contain unique gifts and contributions. When talking to or about neurodiversity inclusive, nonjudgmental language contributes to a culture of caring. Many neurodiverse learners prefer person-first language (“a person with autism,” “a person with Down syndrome”), while others prefer identity-first language (“an autistic person”). Therefore, rather than making assumptions, it is best to ask directly about a person’s preferred language, and how they want to be addressed. Expanding our knowledge about neurodiversity among our students and their families and being mindful of the language we use to talk about our differences is critically imperative.

 

As part of their Inclusion Inspiration Series, Marin County’s Dedication to Special Education is holding a free virtual screening of the film, ‘The R Word’ followed by a Q&A discussion on Thursday, March 24th 6:30-7:30pm. This film focuses on the importance of our words and how they impact people with disabilities.

Check out the following link to the trailer: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=391P78bhM0o
You can register for the free virtual film screening here” https://www.specialed.org/dse-school-community-workshops/
‘The R Word’ film screening and Q&A is for EVERYONE, especially for people who may not have a close connection with special needs populations! Please share far and wide!
While Neurodiversity Week is one way of reminding everyone of the importance of being kind, accepting, and inclusive of everyone and their differences, it important to note that the work is not done in only one week each year. Recognizing the hard work, resilience, and determination of neurodiverse people in a world that is not always designed to meet their every need is something that can be celebrated each and every day. Everyone can contribute to an inclusive community that is responsive to the neurodiverse needs.
 
Tips for a Neurodiversity-Friendly Mindset
  • Offer small adjustments to accommodate a variety of sensory needs 
    • Sound sensitivity: quiet spaces, forewarn unexpected loud noises
    • Tactile: allow/embrace modifications to clothing materials, tags, zippers, buttons, laces, Velcro, etc.
    • Olfaction: be aware that certain smells can calm and/or activate people (air fresheners, perfumes, foods, etc.)
    • Movement: allow the use of fidget tools, extra movement breaks, flexible seating options
  • Inform/remind others about social etiquette in different environments/situations, avoid assuming that someone is deliberately breaking the rules or being rude
  • Try to give advance notice if plans are changing and provide a reason for the change
  • Avoid making assumptions – ask a person’s individual preferences, needs, and goals.
  • Be kind, be patient
]]> EBP for Students with Autism https://nusd.org/ebp-for-students-with-autism/ Mon, 28 Feb 2022 22:33:30 +0000 https://nusd.org/?p=32556 Implementing EBPs for Students with Autism- Flyer

]]> Students with Autism https://nusd.org/students-with-autism/ Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:50:53 +0000 https://nusd.org/?p=32262 Implementing Evidence Based Practices for Students with Autism

February 16, 2022 – What is Autism?

This four part series will include an introductory session focused on learning more about Autism. Participants will then have the opportunity to do a case analysis for a particular student(s) and identify how to select an Evidence Based Practices (EBPs) to help target a particular skill domain(s).

Future sessions will focus on implementation of chosen evidenced based practices. Bridges Cadre members will be available for individual coaching during implementation.

]]> DSEAC Meeting for February 10 is Cancelled https://nusd.org/cancelled-special-education-advisory-committee-meeting/ Tue, 08 Feb 2022 23:48:08 +0000 https://nusd.org/?p=32242 Special Education Advisory Committee meeting for February 10 has been cancelled.

The Novato Unified School District’s Special Education Advisory Committee meeting for February 10th has been cancelled.

]]> SEAC Parent Workshop Flyer Spanish version https://nusd.org/seac-parent-workshop-flyer-spanish-version/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 00:53:45 +0000 https://nusd.org/?p=31740 SEAC Parent Series Flyer (SP)

]]> SEAC Parent Workshop https://nusd.org/31736-2/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 00:13:22 +0000 https://nusd.org/?p=31736 The Marin County SELPA Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) has organized a series of parent workshops presented by Carl Corbin, General Counsel for School and College Legal Services, that focus on legal topics related to special education.

Dates: February 1, 2022 and March 3, 2022

Times: The February session will be from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm and the March session will be from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm.

Registration information can be found here.   The participation link will be sent to registered participants the morning of the workshop.

Please note that registration will close at 5:00 pm on Monday, January 31st.

SEAC Parent Workshop Series

Please see the flyers attached and details below for more information about the remaining two workshops.   All workshops are free and will be held virtually with simultaneous Spanish translation.

Special Education: Questions and Answers

Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions in advance, upon registration, related to special education (identification, evaluation, provision of special education services, and educational placement) and the presenter will address those questions and provide answers in the workshop.

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