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.
Happy Friday! We hope you find time to rest, reset, and enjoy time with the people who matter most.
You can still save 25% on NASET certifications and courses with code 25NASET25 through December 31.
And coming in January, we are hosting two powerful webinars led by leaders in special education to start the new year strong. More below.
You do the most. We help with the rest.
Special education means wearing about twelve hats before lunch. Teacher. Advocate. Data analyst. Crisis manager. Professional email writer. Emotional support human.
NASET exists so you do not have to figure everything out on your own.
Membership includes expert-led webinars, ready-to-use resources, certification discounts, and a community of thousands of special education professionals who understand why today was… a lot.
⏰ 25% Off Certifications and Courses. Ends December 31.
If earning a NASET certification is on your list, now is the time to enroll!For a limited time, save 25% on all NASET certifications and courses with code 25NASET25. This offer ends December 31.
Lock in your discount now and start your coursework when it works for you.
📚 New NASET Courses
NASET is kicking off 2026 with practical, classroom-ready learning.
Stephanie DeLussey’s Special Education Bootcamp is live.
The course focuses on the real tools and strategies (like creating systems and IEP management) that most educators never learned in school.Coming next month, enrollment opens for three new courses:
✅ Teaching Math in Special Education
✅ Data and AI Integration For Education
✅ Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
These courses are designed to support the work you are already doing.
The earlier we understand a child’s learning profile, the more powerfully we can intervene.
Join Dr. Nadine Gaab, Professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, for a powerful start to 2026. This webinar brings together neuroscience, early literacy, and practical strategies educators can use to identify learning differences sooner.Dr. Gaab will explain how the pediatric brain develops, how learning differences emerge, and which early signs most reliably indicate risk for dyslexia and other learning disabilities. She will also highlight evidence-based screening tools, designed to support early identification and intervention.
🗓️ Wednesday, January 7th @ 7PM EST (Recording provided to registrants)
🎓 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 List50 Years of IDEA: We’re hosting a free webinar with one of the co-authors
Featuring Dr. Ed W. Martin Jr., hear the story behind the most iconic piece of special education legislation from one of its co-authors as he discusses its origins, evolution since 1975, and where we go from here
🗓️ Wednesday, January 21 @ 7PM EST
🎓 FREE FOR ALLNASET Support Squad Downloads of the Week: Data That Drives Decisions and Communicating Student Progress to Families
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From the NASET Vault
Assessment in Special Education: Accommodations
POLICY & LEGAL DEVELOPMENTS Federal programs that provided crucial aid for deafblind children have ended, leaving families searching for alternatives. The administration says sign language services intrude on image control, raising accessibility concerns. A bill addressing restraint and seclusion in schools is advancing in Congress, aiming to protect students with disabilities from harmful practices. SSI payments will increase soon, providing financial relief for recipients. The New Year brings big changes for ABLE accounts, expanding savings opportunities for people with disabilities. One lawyer helped reshape special education at the Supreme Court through landmark cases.
RESEARCH & HEALTH INSIGHTS University of Nebraska-Lincoln researchers are working to improve communication support for children with autism. A global study examines the burden and risk factors of autism spectrum disorder across populations. Oxford Academic explores pediatric traumatic brain injury as a unique population with distinct challenges. UVA researchers explain why mild brain injury can trigger Alzheimer's, revealing concerning connections. New amblyopia treatment research shows promise for vision improvement in children.
EDUCATION & INNOVATION Schools are beginning to use ChatGPT for special education compliance, raising questions about AI's role in IEP development and documentation.
K-12 ELA/Special Education Facilitator/Coach @ Teaching Lab (New York, NY) - $110 - $150 / hour
Teacher of Special Education @ Newark Board of Education (Newark, NJ) - $67K - $111K / year
Looking for a new role? Join the NASET Talent Network!
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Shout Out to Last Week’s Winners Who Correctly Answered, “Accommodations.” View the winners list here!
This Week's Question:
Which related service under IDEA is defined as improving a child's ability to move safely and effectively in all environments?
Correctly answer 3 or more trivia questions each month to be eligible for a gift card! We had 28 winners in November!
What’s one topic you want more resources on in 2026? Reply to this email and let us know!
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