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! We hope you had a great holiday and get to recharge some more!
❤️ Our first EVER Thank You Holiday Event ends on Monday! The deep professional development savings are our way to celebrating YOU - learn more below!
Even on long weekends, special ed paperwork finds a way 😅
If you’re feeling that “we were on a BREAK!” energy too… just know you’re not alone.
A tiny bright spot? Our Thank You Holiday Event is still happening — created specifically to make your year a little lighter. ❤️
NASET’s “Thank You for Everything You Do” Holiday Event is live — but only for ~72 more hours.
This is one of the most powerful professional development bundles available to special educators, built to boost your credentials, lighten your workload, and support your career for years to come.
Here’s what’s included:
✅ Your choice of Special Education Board Certification
✅ 1-Year NASET Membership
✅ Annual Certification Renewal - Free Forever
✅ 15% discount code good for an entire year
✅ The BCASE Business Course
This is a tremendous bundle of certifications and resources built specifically for special education teachers and professionals - for 50% off!
The event ends on Monday, December 1.
Discipline in special education is high-stakes and missteps carry real consequences.
Join our final webinar of the year for a clear breakdown of what every educator, school, and family must know when disability and discipline collide, and how to safeguard student rights while staying fully compliant.
Featuring Legal Services NYC, this is the essential conversation you cannot afford to miss.🗓️ Tuesday, December 9 @ 7PM EST
🎓 Free for NASET Members | $85 for non-members
The First-Ever List of Higher Ed Programs Shaping Special Education's Future
For 20 years, NASET has recognized K-12 excellence. Now we're honoring the colleges and universities training the next generation of special educators and advocates.
📋 See Who Made the Inaugural ListNASET Support Squad Downloads of the Week: Trauma-Informed Practices in Special Education
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From the NASET Vault
Resolving Disputes with Parents Series: The Due Process Hearing, Summarized
POLICY & FUNDING DEVELOPMENTS Teacher shortages continue to hinder special education progress, prompting discussions about solutions as IDEA marks 50 years. Despite ongoing changes, special education advocates urge parents to continue filing disability rights complaints to protect student services. The Education Department is establishing interagency agreements with the Labor Department for career and technical education programs. A US jury convicted the founder of an ADHD startup in an Adderall fraud scheme, highlighting concerns about telehealth prescribing practices.
RESEARCH & HEALTH DEVELOPMENTS The CDC has revised its autism vaccine stance, alarming medical experts. Federal judges are weighing whether to revive court cases linking Tylenol to autism, and ADHD and new research published in Nature provides insights into ADHD detection. A new dyslexia definition could significantly impact how schools identify and serve students with reading difficulties.
EDUCATION & STUDENT SUPPORT Schools are grappling with the youth mental health crisis, examining how to better support struggling students. State reading laws focus primarily on K-3, leaving questions about older students who struggle. One middle school demonstrates how to tackle literacy when older students can't read. Teachers need help reaching teens who missed basic reading skills. As IDEA marks 50 years, special education innovations including UDL, PBIS, and teletherapy are transforming student support.
ACCESSIBILITY & POSITIVE DEVELOPMENTS For drivers on the autism spectrum, interactions with police can be nerve-wracking, prompting calls for better training. A new app called Jokes speaks for people with disabilities, offering innovative communication assistance.
Part-Time Special Education Teacher (Direct Instruction, No Case Management) @ Results Learning (Denver, Colorado) - $65K - $72K / year
Teacher of Special Education @ Newark Board of Education (Newark, NJ) - $67K - $111K / year
Middle and Secondary Education, Full-Time Faculty @ Community College of Philadelphia (Philadelphia, PA) - $69K - $110K / year
Looking for a new role? Join the NASET Talent Network!
Transform how you understand and change behavior.
Built for busy educators and professionals, Drexel’s Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis deliver evidence-based skills you can use immediately. Choose a concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorders, Advanced ABA, or Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Wellness. Gain real-world experience through community partnerships.
Shout Out to Last Week’s Winners Who Correctly Guessed, “Speech-Language Therapists / Pathologist and / or Occupational Therapists” View the winners list here!
This Week's Question:
What does the ceiling level represent in educational testing?
Correctly answer 3 or more trivia questions each month to be eligible for a gift card! We had 28 winners in October!
Elevate Your Impact.
Drexel’s ABAI-Verified online programs give you a data-driven approach to understanding behavior and teaching new skills, especially for individuals with autism. You’ll gain hands-on experience and access to specialized concentrations that align with your goals. Prepare for advanced practice and new career opportunities.
“Freedom lies in being bold."