SELPA Resources

AIM

 

Autism Internet Modules

AIM is designed to provide high-quality information and professional development for anyone who supports, instructs, works with, or lives with someone with autism.

AIM modules are available at no cost. For a small fee they can be completed for continuing education units.

Each module guides you through case studies, instructional videos, pre- and post-assessments, a glossary, and much more.

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ADEPT

 

Autism Distance Education Parent Training

• The MIND Institute has created two 10-lesson interactive, self-paced, online learning modules providing parents with tools and training to more effectively teach their child with autism and other related neuro-developmental disorders.
• Module 1: Strategies for Teaching Functional Skills
• Module 2: Positive Behavior Strategies for Your Child with Autism

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CAPTAIN

 

California Autism Professional Training and Information Network

• The California Autism Professional Training and Information Network (CAPTAIN) is a cross-agency network developed to support the understanding and use of evidence based practices (EBPs) for individuals affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) across the state of California.
• Multiple resources supporting the use of EBPs, guidelines for implementing EBPs and other useful tools are available at this site.
• Local cadre members available for support in implementation of treatment/therapy techniques for students with ASD.

Patti Bangs, M.S., CCC-SLP/L
SELPA Program Specialist

Val Wiltse, M.A.Ed.
SELPA Program Specialist

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CEDD

 

Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities

The Mind Institute Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities has detailed information about autism as well as resources and videos appropriate for families and professionals. The Mind Tip Videos, which are short 3-10 minute videos showing how to implement specific strategies to benefit individuals with autism, are just one of the many resources which can be found on the Mind Center’s website.

Autism Center of Excellence (ACE) is another component of the CEDD. It is one of five Centers awarded by the National Institutes of Health in 2017. At this center, the research is focused on identifying subgroups of children with autism spectrum disorder and to develop targeted treatments for symptoms of the different subgroups identified.

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NPDC

 

National Professional Development Center

The National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorder (NPDC) was funded by the Office of Special Education Programs in the US Department of Education from 2007-2014. Through this center free professional resources for teachers, therapists and other service providers who work with individuals with autism were made available. Studies reporting evidence based practices for individuals with autism and the development of learning modules that detail the steps for planning, implementing and monitoring the use of these practices are available on this website. The original studies conducted by the NPDC were updated in April 2020 by the National Clearinghouse on Autism Evidence and Practice.

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NCAEP

 

National Clearinghouse on Autism Evidence and Practice

The National Clearinghouse on Autism Evidence and Practice (NCAEP) is a continuation of the systematic review completed by the National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders (NPDC). The newest report was published in April 2020 and is located on this website. It identifies 28 evidence based practices as well as several manualized programs that are shown to have benefit for individuals on the autism spectrum.

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AFIRM

 

Autism Focused Intervention Resources and Modules

The AFIRM Modules are designed to help you learn the step-by-step process of planning for, using, and monitoring a specific evidence based practice (EBP) with learners on the autism spectrum who range in age from birth to 22 years of age. Each module provides information about a specific EBP and the steps necessary to implement the strategy with fidelity. Supplemental materials and handouts are available for download on the website.

To learn more about the updated EBPs, check out the National Clearinghouse on Autism Evidence and Practice website.

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LTSAE

 

Learn the Signs. Act Early.

CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” program aims to improve early identification of children with autism and other developmental disabilities so children and families can get the services and support they need.

The program is made up of three components:

• Health education campaign
• Act Early Initiative
• Research and evaluation

On the CDC website there are tools for educating others about the importance of early identification including PowerPoints and recorded presentations, information about a milestone tracker that parents can put on their phone to monitor their babies developmental milestones and free books and other publications available to use to provide information about child find and early identification.

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The ASD Toddler Initiative

 

The ASD Toddler Initiative

This initiative is a program of the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This project expanded upon the work that the National Professional Development Center did and created learning modules specific to the evidence based practices identified as effective for toddlers. In addition, there is a module that focuses on early identification of autism and the development of coaching strategies for teachers working with this younger population.

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CSESA

 

The Center on Secondary Education for Students with ASD

The Center on Secondary Education for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (CSESA) is a research and development project funded by the U.S. Department of Education that focuses on developing, adapting, and studying a comprehensive school-based and community-based education program for high school students on the autism spectrum.

CSESA is a five year project that brings together experts in autism, secondary education, adolescence, and implementation to work in collaboration with high schools, families, adolescents with ASD, and community members to improve high school experiences and post-secondary outcomes for individuals on the autism spectrum.

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NAC

 

National Autism Center

The National Autism Center is the May Institute's Center for the promotion of Evidence-based Practice (EBP). The center has completed two research projects identifying EBPs that offer benefit to individuals with autism. The center is currently completing a third study, the National Standards Project, Phase 3. The organization is dedicated to disseminating information and offering reliable resources to families, practitioners and communities regarding treatment and best practices for autism spectrum disorders.

 

Monterey County SELPA

 

Monterey County SELPA provides support and collaboration to districts in the areas of behavior and social emotional learning through Professional Development offerings scheduled throughout the year.

Each training offered can be requested by districts, school sites or teams to support building capacity to implement evidence based practices at the Universal (Tier 1), Targeted (Tier 2), and Intensive (Tier 3) levels.

Kenyon Hopkins, M.S.
SELPA Executive Director

Michele Knight
SELPA Program Specialist

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PENT

Positive Environments, Network of Trainers

The Positive Environments, Network of Trainers (PENT) is a California Positive Behavior Initiative designed to provide information and resources for educators striving to achieve high educational outcomes through the use of proactive positive strategies. Evidence-based positive practices and helpful information is disseminated statewide through this website.

PENT was co-founded by Diana Browning Wright and Deborah Holt, in a joint effort between the Diagnostic Center, Southern California (DCSC) and the Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA).

Our collaborative PENT network is dedicated to increasing academic achievement and overcoming behavioral barriers to success for all students with and without disabilities.

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PBIS

Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports

Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based three-tiered framework to improve and integrate all of the data, systems, and practices affecting student outcomes every day.  PBIS creates schools where all students succeed. 

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Midwest PBIS

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CA PBIS

California Common Core State Standards

Educational standards describe what students should know and be able to do in each subject in each grade. In California, the State Board of Education decides on the standards for all students, from kindergarten through high school.

Since 2010, a number of states across the nation have adopted the same standards for English and math. These standards are called the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Having the same standards helps all students get a good education, even if they change schools or move to a different state. Teachers, parents, and education experts designed the standards to prepare students for success in college and the workplace. The California Department of Education helps schools make sure that all students are meeting the standards.

The California Department of Education’s webpage on the Common Core State Standards Common Core State Standards - Resources (CA Dept of Education) provides visitors with the following resources and information:

• What are the Common Core Standards?

• English Language Arts and Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects, Publication Version (PDF; 2MB; Modified Mar-2013)

• Mathematics, Publication Version with February 2014 Corrections (PDF; 3MB; Modified Jan-2013)

• Spanish Translations of the CCSS are available on the Common Core en Español Web Site

Search the California Content Standards
The California Department of Education created a search engine which provides a collection of resources to support implementation of the Common Core State Standards.

CA Standards Mobile Application
This application contains the 12 California content standards and is designed so educators can quickly find, search, and sort relevant standards across disciplines to aid in instructional planning and assessment.

Additional resources on the California Department of Education’s website include:

• Common Core Search: The Common Core Search is a collection of resources to support implementation of the CCSS and

• Resources organized by audience, including information for teachers, administrators, students/parents, higher education, and community partners.

Common Core Resources for Special Education
The California Department of Education provides free webinars, resources, and guidelines on the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for the Special Education Community.

SIRAS Information

• 10 Steps for developing an IEP in SIRAS
  The basics for completing an IEP using the SIRAS System

• SIRAS Beginner Workshop Part 1
  Introduction to new SIRAS users on how to navigate the system

• SIRAS Beginner Workshop Part 2
  Introduction to new SIRAS users on how to complete an IEP in SIRAS

• For more information about specific SIRAS Forms
  please refer to the Pre-Recorded SIRAS Training Videos

Support for SIRAS

Contact
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SELPA Phone Number
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Early Start Program

 

The Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities was enacted in 1986 under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA; 20; U.S.C., Section 1431 et seq.). The Early Start Program, operated as a subdivision of the Department of Developmental Services, is California’s response to federal legislation ensuring that early intervention services for infants and toddler with disabilities and their families are provided in a coordinated, family-centered system of services that are available statewide. Information about who is eligible for services, types of services provided and many other resources are available at this site.

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Early Start Neighborhood

 

The Early Start Neighborhood provides resources for Early Start professionals and partners seeking training, technical assistance and information on early intervention Part C requirements, implementation, and evidence-based practices. Simply create a free account and begin receiving information about webinars, classes and training that are available through the neighborhood and other agencies. Records of your attendance at these offerings are kept in your account. Join the Early Start Neighborhood today.

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Desired Results Access Project

 

The Desired Results Access Project supports special educators, administrators, and families in implementing the California Department of Education’s Desired Results Developmental Profile, [DRDP (2015)] for:

• All infants and toddlers with Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs); and
• All preschool-age children (age 3 through age 5, not enrolled in transitional kindergarten or kindergarten) who have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

This site provides a wealth of essential information and resources including protocols for the infant/toddler and preschool level DRDP 2015, timelines for observation and submission of results, videos to assist in your observations and information for interviewing families.

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DRAccessLearn

 

DRAccessLearn is an online training portal in which teachers and service providers can fulfill mandatory training requirements and access free professional development activities that support the use of DRDP assessments. Early Start professionals are required to create a training account and complete the first level training. Additional training will be available in the fall of 2020.

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LTSAE

 

Learn the Signs. Act Early.

CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” program aims to improve early identification of children with autism and other developmental disabilities so children and families can get the services and support they need.

The program is made up of three components:

• Health education campaign
• Act Early Initiative
• Research and evaluation

On the CDC website there are tools for educating others about the importance of early identification including PowerPoints and recorded presentations, information about a milestone tracker that parents can put on their phone to monitor their babies developmental milestones and free books and other publications available to use to provide information about child find and early identification.

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The ASD Toddler Initiative

 

The ASD Toddler Initiative

This initiative is a program of the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This project expanded upon the work that the National Professional Development Center did and created learning modules specific to the evidence based practices identified as effective for toddlers. In addition, there is a module that focuses on early identification of autism and the development of coaching strategies for teachers working with this younger population.

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First 5 California

 

First 5 California is dedicated to improving the lives of California’s young children and their families through a comprehensive system of education, health services, childcare, and other crucial programs. Since its creation, First 5 California has brought these critical services to millions of parents, caregivers, and children ages 0 to 5, and we’re striving to reach thousands more every day. Information and announcements related to news and events for parents and caregivers of children from birth to 5 is available at this site.

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First 5 Monterey County

 

For information and announcements related to local news and events for parents and caregivers of children from birth to 5, log on to the local First 5 Monterey County website. Access to the local newsletter including a calendar of local events can be found at this site.

 

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SCIA Process

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• Announcements & Current Issues
• Laws, Regulations & Policies
• Supporting Inclusive Practices: (Current Issue) The Special EDge Newsletter
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California will provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood. The Department of Education serves our state by innovating and collaborating with educators, schools, parents, and community partners. Together, as a team, we prepare students to live, work, and thrive in a multicultural, multilingual, and highly connected world.

ED COVID-19 ("Coronavirus") Information and Resources for Schools and School Personnel

ED's mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access.

California Transition Alliance

The California Transition Alliance was formed in 2002 to provide support for WorkAbility I.  In 2005, it was incorporated as a non-profit organization with the mission to provide information, tools and resources that can be shared with teachers, parents, educators, and transition partners at the California Department of Rehabilitation and the Department of Developmental Services. The California Transition Alliance has sponsored and organized the Bridge to the Future statewide Institutes on Secondary Transition.  We provide training in secondary transition throughout the state.  We are currently leading the California High School Diploma work group.  All of the Leadership team volunteer their time and are dedicated to helping our youth achieve employment and transition from high school to education and training.

Parents Helping Parents

Parents Helping Parents supports, educates, and inspires families and the community to build bright futures for
youth and adults with special needs.

• We envision a world where children of all abilities are valued, respected, and included.
• We want families to be filled with hope and optimism about their child.
• We share knowledge and skills to create meaningful opportunities and plan for a secure future.
• We value diversity and endeavor to have our staff, board, volunteers, and donors reflect the community we serve.

With 40+ years of supporting families, our experienced staff members have a national reputation for being a trusted source of information for helping parents, caregivers, and children with special needs.

At Parents Helping Parents, we believe that together we can change the world, one child at a time, one family at a time, one community at a time.

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

ASHA is the national professional, scientific, and credentialing association for more than 173,070 members and affiliates who are audiologists, speech-language pathologists, speech, language, and hearing scientists, audiology and speech-language pathology support personnel, and students.

California Speech-Language-Hearing Association

CSHA is a professional non-profit organization to promote speech and hearing to children and adults with communication and related challenges.

CARS+

CARS+ is the only organization whose sole purpose is to represent the unique needs of resource specialists and other special education teachers. CARS+ offers training, networking and professional development to members, and works to represent and protect the interests of special education teachers by proactive involvement in legislature and the CDE.

CARS+ Local Chapter: Monterey Bay Area Association of Resource Specialists Plus (MBAARS)

Council for Exceptional Children

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving the educational success of individuals with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. CEC advocates for appropriate governmental policies, sets professional standards, provides professional development, advocates for individuals with exceptionalities, and helps professionals obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice.

National Association of School Psychologists

NASP empowers school psychologists by advancing effective practices to improve students’ learning, behavior, and mental health.

California Association of School Psychologists

Helps school personnel--teachers, administrators, and counselors--support student education and solve related learning, social, and adjustment problems. Also works with parents of students, school psychologists link homes, classrooms, and school systems to promote the mental health, learning, and welfare of California's children and youth.

MCASP Facebook Page

Monterey County Association of School Psychologists is made up of School Psychologists serving in the districts and/or residing in Monterey County. The organization meets monthly to provide professional development activities for its members and opportunities to exchange resources and provide support among other like minded professionals.

Sam's Guide 2019 PDF

A comprehensive listing of services in Monterey County.