#spedchat Archive | Participate

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singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome to #Spedchat - Introduce yourself, tell where you are from, & what you do. Don't forget to use the #spedchat hashtag for each tweet.

teacher2teacher Jan 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Making your room welcoming to kids with special needs goes beyond the tangible, says educator @MsJamPccs: https://t.co/wqCy3OuPis #spedchat

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Hi, #spedchat! Jodi from Indiana. SpEd teacher in alternative HS setting. Private AT/AAC consultant.

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Hey #spedchat! Tonya here from Indiana. Director of SpEd. Cat Lover --oh, wait...you didn't ask that. :)

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

#Spedchat Reminder the chat is now 30 min so hold on for a great, fast-paced conversation!

rsmithIGNITE Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Evening #spedchat Regina Smith- transitional 18-21 teacher, collingswood NJ

growhandsonkids Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Is it Behavior or #Sensory Problems? A 5 Week Series https://t.co/y5bzNXxGWP #SPD #PediOT #spedchat

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

You made it! Glad to see you at #spedchat Regina. :)

In reply to @rsmithIGNITE

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Hey @BrookeLevell #spedchat misses you....you should come back and hang with us! :)

In reply to @BrookeLevell

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Tonight's #spedchat will discuss transition services for students and families.

JewishSpecialEd Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hi #spedchat. Lisa from NJ. Jewish disability inclusion expert & education director. Been a while, glad I could pop by tonight!

LizRauls Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hi, Liz, k-2 special Ed resource #spedchat

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Great to see you Lisa!! #spedchat

In reply to @JewishSpecialEd

travcam1 Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hi #Spedchat. Travis here. SpEd Coordinator and teacher in Indy Charter. 👍🏼

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Great to see you again! It feels like it has been forever. Thanks for joining #spedchat tonight!

In reply to @JewishSpecialEd

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

#Spedchat We will post questions as Q1, Q2, etc.. Please tweet your response with A1, A2, etc. Don't forget to add #spedchat to each tweet!

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Thanks for joining #spedchat tonight! :)

In reply to @travcam1

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

STOP IT! You are here. And I better see you on Thursday! :) #spedchat

In reply to @travcam1

LauraCope44 Jan 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

Laura here from Indy! Hi!! #spedchat

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

#Spedchat Q1: When do you begin talking about transition services with your Ss? What about their families? Where do you begin that convo?

patrickfassnac1 Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Can't stay tonight, but plan to read behind and excited to re-engage this great discussion again! #spedchat

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hi there!! :) Looking forward to you joining us soon!! #spedchat

In reply to @patrickfassnac1

LizRauls Jan 17 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1- primary special ed and I talk about it and brainstorm as early as an initial iep at 5-6-7 years old. It helps design the iep! #spedchat

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:06 PM EST

I somehow read that as you couldn't stay because you had a piano reading. #NeedNewContacts #spedchat

In reply to @patrickfassnac1

LauraCope44 Jan 17 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1. Usually about 6th grade before middle school transition #spedchat

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1: #Spedchat It's never too early to talk about transition. Talk early and often...no surprises. Our Ss and families deserve that.

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:06 PM EST

#Spedchat A1: I talk with Ss about transition from the first time I meet them. And every time I see them or talk to them. So all the time.

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

I LOVE this, Liz!! Such a great practice and using it to design the IEP. GENIUS! #spedchat

In reply to @LizRauls

patrickfassnac1 Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

.@singoffpitch too funny. empathize. need my glasses and coffee everywhere i go, these days! LOVE music... just can't play any :) #spedchat

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singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

#Spedchat Q2: What resources do you provide to Ss/families? Where do you refer them for help with transition? Do you know how it works?

The_app_guide Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

FREE 300 pg guide of #edtech with #assistivetech https://t.co/b4kkBXO3yq #ADEchat #edchatma #spedchat #gafechat

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

#Spedchat A2: https://t.co/jWdrcU2nAj

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

#Spedchat A2: https://t.co/GAzPcxdcsT

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

#Spedchat A2: https://t.co/aKyPLPP5Rl

rsmithIGNITE Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

A2: just gave a presentation at @Princeton on transitions & realized we don't do half of it. Should start at 14 or earlier #spedchat

In reply to @Princeton

rsmithIGNITE Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

A2: this year created tons of resources and questionnaires for families to guide the discussion #spedchat

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

Terrific. Such a great resource to have for families! #spedchat

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singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

#Spedchat Q3: What are the greatest challenges you experience in preparing students with disabilities for the transition post school?

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

#Spedchat A3:Knowing how to best navigate the system and make it accessible for Ss and their families.

LauraCope44 Jan 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

A3. Sometimes our students are reluctant to receive help. They may feel it is unnecessary #Spedchat

FVIndiana Jan 17 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1: We encourage families to think about transition as soon as possible. It often sneaks up on them. #spedchat

rsmithIGNITE Jan 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

yes!! we delve into this a ton in my program. #spedchat

In reply to @LauraCope44

rsmithIGNITE Jan 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

My fav new strategy is to make then decide if the want to work ind for each act or ask for assistance. #spedchat

In reply to @LauraCope44

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

#Spedchat A3: One of biggest transition challenges is getting everyone to focus on realistic futures (there aren't THAT many NBA stars!).

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

#Spedchat Q4: What are favorite resources/materials you use to assess students’ college readiness skills?

FVIndiana Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

A2: While we focus on healthcare, we have added transition resources that might be helpful to you: https://t.co/4d8WFrx6GD #spedchat

LauraCope44 Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

that's really smart! I like the practice that they get that #spedchat

In reply to @rsmithIGNITE

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

Thank you for your willingness to share!! #spedchat

In reply to @FVIndiana

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

#Spedchat A4: College Transition - https://t.co/d3V0151pdz

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

#Spedchat A4: Great organization to tap for resources for post-secondary options for Ss @AHEAD_USA

In reply to @AHEAD_USA

LauraCope44 Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

yes!!! 😂#spedchat

In reply to @singoffpitch

FVIndiana Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

A2: We have transition fact sheets for a variety of topics and a transition timeline https://t.co/Xn9fRtG64m #spedchat

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

#Spedchat A4: Navigating College guide - https://t.co/DGmj48vQsL

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

#spedchat A4: College Transition - https://t.co/PAHjk3WW2w

FVIndiana Jan 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

A3: While the goals of families w/disabilities might seem unrealistic, the goals of MANY students are unrealistic. #spedchat

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

#Spedchat Q5: What assessments/websites/tools do you use to help students explore careers?

JewishSpecialEd Jan 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

Transition not "a thing" in religious ed. But, we work to create lifelong learners & provide tools to live meaningful Jewish lives #spedchat

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

Yes, but they DO begin to get more realistic the closer they get to graduation. Adulting & reality is sobering. #spedchat

In reply to @FVIndiana

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

#Spedchat A5: https://t.co/gk3BUcQDVH

FVIndiana Jan 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

.@INISchoolsSpEd, pls let us know if we can help w/transition to adulthood @spedchat #spedchat

In reply to @INISchoolsSpEd, @SpEdChat

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

#Spedchat A5: Fantastic resource for transition assessments: https://t.co/PglAXI5kPt

FVIndiana Jan 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

@singoffpitch, I hope that teachers will help them with an effective transition plan that addresses hopes in a realistic way. #spedchat

In reply to @singoffpitch

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

#Spedchat A5: Transition Assessment Resources: https://t.co/rTOLZO6nUS

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

#Spedchat A5: More great transition assessment resources! https://t.co/Ehkw2UiPCO

speakup4rights Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

DeVos, Education Secretary Nomination Hearing 👇🏼👇🏼 #Edchat #Spedchat #Sped #Education #DeVos #IDEA

mattmfm Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Stunning: Maggie Hassan (who has a disabled son) realizes that DeVos doesn't know the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act exists.

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:25 PM EST

#Spedchat Time to wrap up tonight! Thanks for the great dialogue & collaboration. Continue to use the hashtag as you finish your chats.

bkdidact Jan 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

🤦‍♂️ #SpedChat #SwDMathChat

stevesilberman Jan 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

Trump's pick for Education Secretary apparently unaware that disabled students have a federally mandated right to a public education.

singoffpitch - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

I'm in Indiana, but love the stuff from Ohio. They have AMAZING transition resources for their Ss & teachers! #spedchat

In reply to @rsmithIGNITE

bkdidact Jan 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

🤦‍♂️ #SpedChat #SwDMathChat

RobertHohn Jan 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

... believe that states should be able to decide whether their schools are required to follow #IDEA, https://t.co/q6eamjD4cL #DeVosHearing

INISchoolsSpEd - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

See you next Tuesday for another great #spedchat at 9pm EST!

tperran Jan 17 @ 9:42 PM EST

Sharing this with the good folks at #spedchat

DianeRavitch Jan 17 @ 8:22 PM EST

DeVos refuses to commit whether she will uphold IDEA law for all schools that get federal funding

bkdidact Jan 17 @ 9:43 PM EST

Obviously pledging to support all students does not include those with disabilities! #SpedChat #SwDMathChat

nicole_soojung Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

Betsy DeVos thinks the STATES should decide whether their schools are accountable to the Individuals w/ Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA)

EduGladiators Jan 17 @ 9:45 PM EST

⚖️Don't miss #EduGladiators SATURDAY as we discuss Restorative Justice! #pisedchat #SchoologyChat #TXLchat #spedchat #TeachWriting #TMchat

speakup4rights Jan 17 @ 9:55 PM EST

DeVos doesn't seem to know Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law #Edchat #spedchat https://t.co/Y211iypJP5