Special education students have a unique set of needs that are difficult to meet in the best of learning environments. While the challenges increase tenfold in a virtual environment, the solutions are endless! Dr. Michelle Cheasty-Christ will take you on a tour of the cool tools available to support the... Read More

• General Session

When districts quickly moved to virtual learning in response to the pandemic, one key aspect became quite clear: Many curriculum materials lacked basic accessibility features that enable every student to successfully learn. Although today's students readily have access to Core Content materials, websites, e-books, PDFs, Google Docs, and more, available... Read More

• Breakout Session (75 minutes)

We know videoconferencing tools, such as Zoom and Teams, allow all parties to meet in a virtual world. Come hone your virtual meeting skills with Dr. Michelle Cheasty-Christ. You'll learn how to create a meeting, send out invitations, document the notice of meeting with e-mail printouts, and upload a draft... Read More

• Breakout Session (75 minutes)

Do you work with students that struggle with Reading Writing Math and Communication?  These challenges can be particularly difficult to navigate during distance learning.  Microsoft has created free, accessible AT to support students of all abilities succeed in their learning community.  Whether you are in the classroom or distance learning,... Read More

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• Breakout Session (75 minutes)

Moving education from the school to the home presents many challenges and opportunities for schools. While virtual learning can develop more independent, real-world based learners, it also presents challenges regarding student confidentiality, privacy, and safety. Attorney Dianna Bowen will provide guidance regarding the disclosure of personally identifiable information from a... Read More

• Breakout Session (75 minutes)

With so many apps and software tools available today, it is sometimes difficult to know what might work for an individual. But wait ... what about built-in accessibility features? These supports are built into every computer and mobile device platform, yet many people don’t know what they already have! Come... Read More

• Breakout Session (75 minutes)