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You can view our upcoming and previous online trainings regarding special education topics.
Upcoming Trainings
March
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This webinar will be translated into Spanish Este seminario web será traducido al español Description: In this workshop we will be learning about ways to support your child, teen and young adult
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This webinar will be translated into Spanish
Este seminario web será traducido al español
Description:
In this workshop we will be learning about ways to support your child, teen and young adult to practice choice making skills in every day activities and interactions. Examples for how to practice with your child, and discussion of the critical skills to support your child to lead a self- determined life.
Descripción:
En este taller aprenderemos maneras de apoyar a su niño, adolescente y adulto joven para que practiquen habilidades para tomar decisiones en las actividades e interacciones de la vida diaria. Se compartirán ejemplos de cómo practicar con su hijo o hija, así como una conversación sobre las habilidades clave necesarias para apoyar a su hijo o hija a llevar una vida autodeterminada.
Presenter:
Molly Murphy is an early childhood teacher and licensed Behavior Analyst who has been committed to supporting families and educators to work toward important behavior changes and skill development for their child and their students.
Presentadora:
Molly Murphy es una maestra de educación infantil y analista de conducta con licencia, comprometida a apoyar a las familias y al personal educativo para trabajar en cambios importantes de conducta y en el desarrollo de habilidades para sus hijos e hijas y su estudiantado.
Learning Objectives:
Understanding self-determination skills and positive life outcomes
Learning ways to practice choice making skills with your child at all ages to support self determination
Objetivos de Aprendizaje:
- Comprender las habilidades de autodeterminación y los resultados positivos en la vida
- Aprender maneras de practicar habilidades para tomar decisiones con su hijo o hija a todas las edades para apoyar la autodeterminación
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This webinar will be translated into Spanish Este seminario web será traducido al español Description: Information on Social Security Disability benefits, who qualifies, how to apply, appeal and post entitlement issues. Descripción: Información sobre
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This webinar will be translated into Spanish
Este seminario web será traducido al español
Description:
Information on Social Security Disability benefits, who qualifies, how to apply, appeal and post entitlement issues.
Descripción:
Información sobre los beneficios por discapacidad del Seguro Social, quién califica, cómo presentar una solicitud, cómo apelar y asuntos posteriores a la concesión de beneficios
Presenter:
Elida Elizondo is a Public Affairs Specialist with the Social Security Administration. She covers the area of SE Wisconsin and is also a backup for the northern Illinois area.
Presentadora:
Elida Elizondo es Especialista en Asuntos Públicos de la Administración del Seguro Social. Ella cubre el área del sureste de Wisconsin y también brinda apoyo para la zona norte de Illinois.
Learning Objectives:
To explain the difference between our two disability programs
Review the qualifications and the application process
Objetivos de Aprendizaje:
Explicar la diferencia entre nuestros dos programas de discapacidad.
Revisar los requisitos y el proceso de solicitud.
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Description: This session will provide an overview of technology for the blind and visually impaired, how it works, and using the WCBVI Loan Library to borrow equipment for a student
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Description:
This session will provide an overview of technology for the blind and visually impaired, how it works, and using the WCBVI Loan Library to borrow equipment for a student with a visual impairment.
Presenter:
Amy Snow has been employed at the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired in various capacities for 22 years. She is a DPI certified Teacher of the Visually Impaired and Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist for the Blind (CATIS). She is the first individual in the state of Wisconsin to hold both certifications and one of the first CATIS nationwide. She lives in Janesville with her feline roommates (who really run the place, but Amy pays the bills).
Learning Objectives:
This session will address the following topics:
- A basic overview of video magnification devices and other assistive technology that can be used to access hard-copy documents, worksheets, and other printed materials
- Use of apps and AI powered technology for the blind and visually impaired such as Meta Glasses, Be My AI, and similar tools.
- An overview of the WCBVI Loan Library and how to utilize this resource to borrow equipment for a student who is blind or visually impaired.
- As time permits, how screen reading technology for computers and mobile devices work (with a short video demonstration)
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This webinar will be translated into Spanish Este seminario web será traducido al español Description: This workshop will explore the vital role executive functions play in children’s learning, behavior, and social-emotional development.
Event Details
This webinar will be translated into Spanish
Este seminario web será traducido al español
Description:
This workshop will explore the vital role executive functions play in children’s learning, behavior, and social-emotional development. Together, we’ll look at how executive skills grow over time, what they look like in everyday life, and how they connect to social-emotional learning. Caregivers and educators will learn practical instructional strategies and skills-building methods that support children’s focus, self-regulation, and problem-solving. The session will also provide easy-to-use resources and tools you can apply right away—whether at home or in the classroom—to strengthen executive functioning and nurture student well-being.
Descripción:
Este taller explorará el papel fundamental que las funciones ejecutivas desempeñan en el aprendizaje, la conducta y el desarrollo socioemocional de los niños. Juntos, analizaremos cómo se desarrollan las habilidades ejecutivas con el tiempo, cómo se manifiestan en la vida diaria y cómo se relacionan con el aprendizaje socioemocional. Las personas cuidadoras y el personal educativo aprenderán estrategias prácticas de enseñanza y métodos para desarrollar habilidades que apoyen la atención, la autorregulación y la resolución de problemas en los niños. La sesión también ofrecerá recursos y herramientas fáciles de usar que podrá aplicar de inmediato—ya sea en el hogar o en el aula—para fortalecer las funciones ejecutivas y promover el bienestar de los estudiantes.
Presenter:
Dr. Jen Rohrbaugh is a mental health educator with a diverse background in psychology, education, and mental health support. She serves as the Comprehensive School Mental Health Statewide Coordinator, leading initiatives to improve mental health in schools. Dr. Jen has experience as a Line Therapist, Neuropsychometrist, and at Roger’s Behavioral Health, specializing in therapeutic services and psychological assessments. She has also provided individual and group therapy in private practice. As a School Psychologist and Mental Health Navigator, she has supported students, staff, and families. Dr. Jen remains committed to advancing comprehensive mental health solutions statewide.
Presentadora:
La Dra. Jen Rohrbaugh es una educadora en salud mental con una amplia experiencia en psicología, educación y apoyo en salud mental. Se desempeña como Coordinadora Estatal de Salud Mental Escolar Integral, donde lidera iniciativas para mejorar la salud mental en las escuelas. La Dra. Jen ha trabajado como terapeuta de línea, neuropsicometrista y en Roger’s Behavioral Health, especializándose en servicios terapéuticos y evaluaciones psicológicas. También ha brindado terapia individual y grupal en práctica privada. Como psicóloga escolar y navegadora de salud mental, ha apoyado a estudiantes, personal escolar y familias. La Dra. Jen continúa comprometida con el avance de soluciones integrales de salud mental a nivel estatal.
Learning Objectives:
The connection between executive functions and social emotional learning
The developmental progression of executive functions
Objetivos de Aprendizaje:
La conexión entre las funciones ejecutivas y el aprendizaje socioemocional
La progresión del desarrollo de las funciones ejecutivas
Qué fomenta y apoya la aplicación de las funciones ejecutivas


