Special Education Directors Series

Special Education Directors Series

This workshop series is designed to support school and district leaders, business officials, and special education staff in navigating the complex requirements of special education funding. Participants will gain practical knowledge and strategies to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations while maximizing resources to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

Through interactive sessions, real-world scenarios, and opportunities for collaboration, participants will leave with tools and resources to strengthen fiscal stewardship and promote equitable access to quality services for all students.

Date	Workshop & Description	Link
October 8	Directors' Meeting Join fellow Special Education Directors for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Explore the latest legislative and program updates, share ideas with your peers, and walk away with practical insights you can apply right away. Choose to attend in person or online via Zoom.	Register
October 28	SPED Funding Monthly Tidbits This month’s Zoom session will focus on: Optional Fund Sources Proportionate Share – purpose and tracking Join from your district via the Zoom link in your registration confirmation and earn professional development credit.	Register
November 5	Directors' Meeting Join fellow Special Education Directors for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Explore the latest legislative and program updates, share ideas with your peers, and walk away with practical insights you can apply right away. Choose to attend in person or online via Zoom.	Register
November 11	SPED Funding Monthly Tidbits This month’s Zoom session will focus on: SDY3 CCEIS – creating a plan, tracking expenditures with optional codes, and reporting Personnel – reviewing performance, growth plans, job descriptions, schedules, and Time & Effort Join from your district via the Zoom link in your registration confirmation and earn professional development credit.	Register
December 2	Directors' Meeting Join fellow Special Education Directors for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Explore the latest legislative and program updates, share ideas with your peers, and walk away with practical insights you can apply right away. Choose to attend in person or online via Zoom.	Register
December 9	SPED Funding Monthly Tidbits This month’s Zoom session will focus on: Revised Final Expenditure Report due MOE Exceptions Vendor Contracts – review and compliance Employees – validate schedules, student schedules, and fund sources Join from your district via the Zoom link in your registration confirmation and earn professional development credit.	Register
January 6	Directors' Meeting Join fellow Special Education Directors for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Explore the latest legislative and program updates, share ideas with your peers, and walk away with practical insights you can apply right away. Choose to attend in person or online via Zoom.	Register
January 27	SPED Funding Monthly Tidbits This month’s Zoom session will focus on: Carryover & Final Entitlements Random Validation Proportionate Share Tracking & PEIMS Coding High Cost Funds Join from your district via the Zoom link in your registration confirmation and earn professional development credit.	Register
February 10	SPED Funding Monthly Tidbits This month’s Zoom session will focus on: Needs Assessment – project budget and staffing based on enrollment Personnel – finalize growth plans and required PD for EOY and summer Join from your district via the Zoom link in your registration confirmation and earn professional development credit.	Register
February 18	Special Education Funding Workshop This introductory course is designed for Special Education Directors and business officials who want a clear understanding of special education funding. We’ll cover the basics of budgeting, revenue, expenditures, and compliance, with plenty of time for questions and sharing practical tips. Come ready to learn and collaborate with your peers.	Register
March 2	Directors' Meeting Join fellow Special Education Directors for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Explore the latest legislative and program updates, share ideas with your peers, and walk away with practical insights you can apply right away. Choose to attend in person or online via Zoom.	Register
March 25	SPED Funding Monthly Tidbits This month’s Zoom session will focus on: HCF Application Final MOE Compliance Review – update budgeted amounts and/or determine exceptions to ensure compliance Reimbursements – submit to ESC for timely payments Join from your district via the Zoom link in your registration confirmation and earn professional development credit.	Register
March 27	MOE 101 Feeling stressed about IDEA-B Maintenance of Effort (MOE)? This workshop is designed to make the process clearer and more manageable. Learn what functions are included in the calculations, how program intent codes (PICs) fit in, and how to determine your LEA’s level of effort and compliance. We’ll also cover exceptions, when and why to submit them, and strategies for proactive budget planning and documentation. The afternoon will include collaboration time, giving Special Education Directors and business managers a chance to work through challenges together. Participants may attend virtually via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation.	Register
April 1	Directors' Meeting Join fellow Special Education Directors for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Explore the latest legislative and program updates, share ideas with your peers, and walk away with practical insights you can apply right away. Choose to attend in person or online via Zoom.	Register
April 23	Private Schools Do you have parentally placed students attending private schools within your district boundaries? This workshop is designed for you. We’ll cover child find and evaluation requirements, meaningful consultation and documentation, student tracking and reporting, proportionate share, and expenditure tracking for service provision. Participants will also receive sample forms to support implementation. This session is geared toward Special Education Directors and business managers. Attendees may join virtually via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation.	Register
April 28	SPED Funding Monthly Tidbits This month’s Zoom session will focus on: Proportionate Share Expenditures – review current status Private School Consultation – getting started Time & Effort – connect funding, job descriptions, and funding sources Job Postings – planning ahead Join from your district via the Zoom link in your registration confirmation and earn professional development credit.	Register
May 7	Directors' Meeting Join fellow Special Education Directors for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Explore the latest legislative and program updates, share ideas with your peers, and walk away with practical insights you can apply right away. Choose to attend in person or online via Zoom.	Register
May 13	Special Education Consolidated Grant Application This workshop will guide you step by step through the Special Education Consolidated Grant Application. We’ll cover access levels in TEAL and eGrants, ADCs for LEAs, updating AskTED and eGrants contacts, application schedules, and required actions. We’ll also connect the process to private schools, MOE, and other key requirements. Bring your questions and tips to share—there will be time to learn from one another. Attendees may join virtually via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation.	Register
May 26	SPED Funding Monthly Tidbits This month’s Zoom session will focus on: HCF Applications – finalize submissions SPED Consolidated Grant Application – opening soon; complete amendments if needed Private School Consultation – finalize in preparation for grant submission Staff Evaluations – non-renewals, EOY expectations, assignments, and required PD Time & Effort – complete semi-annual certification Join from your district via the Zoom link in your registration confirmation and earn professional development credit.	Register
June 3	Directors' Meeting Join fellow Special Education Directors for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Explore the latest legislative and program updates, share ideas with your peers, and walk away with practical insights you can apply right away. Choose to attend in person or online via Zoom.	Register
June 23	SPED Funding Monthly Tidbits This month’s Zoom session will focus on: SPED Consolidated Grant Application – opens (no pre-award) Private School Consultation – review finalized information to determine services, required staffing, and service locations Join from your district via the Zoom link in your registration confirmation and earn professional development credit.	Register
July 28	SPED Funding Monthly Tidbits This month’s Zoom session will focus on: HCF Awards Non-Public Day/Residential Awards – contracts for continued placement Onboarding & PD Plans – finalize and review Assignments, Funding Sources, and Schedules – finalize details Job Descriptions – complete or revise as needed Join from your district via the Zoom link in your registration confirmation and earn professional development credit.	Register
August 5	NEW Directors' Meeting Are you stepping into the role of Special Education Director in Region 7? This session is designed just for you. We’ll cover current legislative and programmatic topics, answer your questions, and provide time for networking so you’ll feel confident heading into the 2026–27 school year.	Register
August 25	SPED Funding Monthly Tidbits This month’s Zoom session will focus on: Student Schedules – finalize with campus administrators Staff Schedules – confirm assignments and caseloads to ensure service provision Time & Effort – establish procedures for staff Professional Development – provide end-of-year training Join from your district via the Zoom link in your registration confirmation and earn professional development credit.	Register

Questions? Contact a member of our team!

Beverly Beran, M.Ed., RTSBA Deputy Director, Special Education Services

Email Beverly Beran, M.Ed., RTSBA 903.988.6910
Jenny Brandt, M.A., CCC-SLP Director, Special Education Services

Email Jenny Brandt, M.A., CCC-SLP 903.988.6970