WAVES

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The Wyoming Department of Education is pleased to offer WAVES sessions, which are virtual professional development training. These trainings can be used to increase personal knowledge of special education topics or for districts to train staff.  All sessions are recorded virtual training offered free of charge. Don’t miss the opportunity to capture high-quality professional development on topics critical to the success of our Wyoming students.

2024 Paraprofessional Training Series

The Wyoming Department of Education, Special Education Division, is hosting a free five-part training series for paraprofessionals beginning October 3rd and ending December 5th. You must register to receive the Zoom meeting information (all sessions will be virtual).

Registration
Registration is required* for each individual who plans to participate. *Zoom links will be sent to all registered participants.

Previous Sessions (Recordings)

• Session #1: The Ins and Outs of IDEA
  • Disability Categories
  • Rights and protections for students/families
  • FERPA/privacy
  • PowerPoint Slides
  • Handouts
• Session #2: 3 R’s: Roles, Responsibilities, & Relationships
  • Ethics
  • Teacher(s) and Paraprofessional
  • Classroom Management
  • Collaboration/Communication
  • PowerPoint Slides
• Session #3: Supporting Students In and Out of the General Education Classroom
  • Accommodations vs. Modifications
  • Independence/Fading
  • Inclusion Practices
  • PowerPoint Slides
  • Handouts
• Session #4: Data & Instructional Strategies
  • Academic, Functional, Social Emotional, & Behavior
  • Data Collection
  • Matching interventions to functional behavior
  • PowerPoint Slides
• Session #5: Maintaining a Healthy Balance for Success
  • Self-Care & Maintenance for Educators
  • PowerPoint Slides

Special Education/Professional Development Resources

Contact – If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@wyo.gov or 307-777-3530)