The National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) empowers special education teachers, advocates, and professionals with practical training, trusted resources, and meaningful connections - supporting those who make a difference in the lives of students with diverse learning needs.
It's Friday and whether Spring Break is calling your name or not, you've earned a breather!
Tune in Tuesday for our Transition Planning 101 webinar. And the week after we're bringing in another expert for a live Q&A you won't want to miss!
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NASET is proud to launch our Inaugural Recognized Special Education Summer Camp Program Listing. The listing serves as a resource to help identify summer programs where their children can enjoy a wonderful summer filled with new friendships, supportive staff, and a safe and healthy environment to grow. 😎 Explore The List Today!
NASET is a state proved provider in Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington State. We have more on the way, but let us know what state we should aim for next!
TUESDAY NIGHT: Transition Plans That Actually Work!
Join us Tuesday, March 17th at 7pm EST as Dr. Deidre Gilley breaks down post-secondary transition planning for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and developmental disabilities. Learn to build truly student-centered plans, walk away with real tools, real strategies, and a certificate of attendance.📅 Tuesday, March 17 @ 7PM EST
Free for Members / $85 for Non-Members
Get a Sneak Peek of Ask the Experts! On March 24th, non-members are invited to join Dr. Mary L. Donaldson who brings 40+ years across public, charter, and higher ed in Alaska, Wisconsin, and Minnesota, for 60 minutes of real answers to your special education questions. Yes, even anonymously.
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From the NASET Vault
POLICY & FEDERAL DEVELOPMENTS Federal funding disruptions for schools are far from over, with continued uncertainty ahead. Congress is examining special education interagency agreements under IDEA, raising civil rights concerns. Key federal education data collections are under review in an agency overhaul. A GAO report found COVID equity provision data is unreliable, questioning maintenance of equity tracking. The Education Department is seeking comments on loan caps and professional degree definitions. A new law gives parents more time to review special education evaluations before making decisions.
SPECIAL EDUCATION ENROLLMENT & SERVICES Special education enrollment has topped 8 million nationwide, marking a significant milestone. One district is developing a charter school specifically for students with autism, exploring specialized programming.
PANDEMIC IMPACT & RECOVERY Pandemic-era infants and toddlers are exhibiting learning lags as they reach elementary school.
LITERACY INSTRUCTION Phonics is crucial, but how much is too much? as educators balance instruction. Virtual tutoring studies offer hope for early literacy outcomes, showing promising results.
RESEARCH & HEALTH INSIGHTS Durham University researchers challenge the "mind-blind" stereotype, finding autistic people are not mind-blind as previously assumed. Mizzou researchers are studying Parkinson's disease risk in autism, exploring neurological connections. Nature explores the complex and emerging landscape of autism, examining evolving understanding.
TECHNOLOGY IN SCHOOLS Some legislators are pushing for screen-free schools as a new normal, limiting device use during the school day.
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