TOOLS CONFERENCE 2010
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The 15th annual Tools for Success Family Conference will be held on February 24, 2010 at the Schultz Center for Teaching and Leadership. Every year the conference is attended by parents, educators, and agency providers from across our region. Read More
All Students Have Access to the Arts in Duval County
Art is a language that all people can speak that cuts across social, racial, cultural, educational, and economic barriers. All children should have access to the arts regardless of their background, talents, or disabilities. Studies show that art reinforces self-esteem, creative expression, and thinking skills. It promotes teamwork and cooperation. It connects us to the past and allows us to imagine possibilities for the future. It's a chance for an academically struggling student to shine and feel the pride of accomplishing something that they can point to and say, "I can do this, I am good at this." This was the reasoning and driving commitment that led the Duval County Exceptional Student Education Department to earmark some of the funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment grant (ARRA Stimulus grant) to provide opportunities for exceptional education students and teachers to have access to high quality arts learning experiences. Read More
Shared Reading
FDLRS/Crown has been offering a series of seven professional development opportunities related to Shared Reading for several years. These workshops combine training on the theory and practice of Shared Reading with the hands-on development of materials, "Adapted Books" and PowerPoint Books to support the implementation of Shared Reading in the classroom. Read More
New Year...New Faces on FDLRS Staff
The last few months have brought many changes within the FDLRS/Crown family. Two long time members of the FDLRS/Crown staff retired at the end of June. Sylvia Briley, as part of the Human Resource Development (HRD) team provided training to educators for over 20 years and now spends her days traveling and enjoying her seven grandchildren. Renee Santillo, Child Find Specialist with FDLRS/Crown for twelve years has taken a new position with Episcopal Services and continues to work with children and families. Read More
Survey for Parents of Students with an Individual Education Plan (IEP) in Exceptional Student Education (ESE)
The Florida Department of Education is Conduction a survey designed to provide the state with information on how well schools are supporting parents' involvement in their child's education. States are required to report this information to the federal government on an annual basis. Read More
Book Study
Communities of Practice: A Study Group Guide for Differentiated Instruction
A study group using "How to Differentiate Instruction for Mixed Ability Classrooms" to facilitate an understanding of how to use different approaches with students who have a variety of learning styles, interests, and abilities. Participants in this study group will learn practical ways to create a learning environment that addresses the needs of all students as they learn and share with their peers. Read More
Explore New Technology Territories!
A study group using "How to Differentiate Instruction for Mixed Ability Classrooms" to facilitate an understanding of how to use different approaches with students who have a variety of learning styles, interests, and abilities. Participants in this study group will learn practical ways to create a learning environment that addresses the needs of all students as they learn and share with their peers. Read More
The Florida Department of Education Clearinghouse
The Clearinghouse operates a resource center that provides parents, educators, and other Floridians with access to materials about exceptional student education, student services, juvenile justice education, early intervention, parent and professional partnerships, and many other topics. Read More
Child Find is Moving!
In March or April, Child Find will be relocating to the Professional Learning Communities Center (PLCC) and joining the rest of the FDLRS' staff. Read More
