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GMU TTAC @ George Mason University assists the VDOE in its work toward the goals of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). We are providing professional learning, resources, and technical assistance to educators.
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The National Center on Intensive Intervention (NCII)

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When standard interventions aren't enough, you need to intensify!
December 15, 2025 at 5:36 PM
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December 15, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Use this resource to explore models and strategies for smarter, more inclusive school organization!

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TTAC Online: VIAP: Staffing and Scheduling for Inclusion
December 12, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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From the Center on Transition Innovations at VCU.

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Interested in learning more about Pre-Employment (Pre-ETS) Transition Services?
December 11, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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These practice improvement tools provide quick and practical strategies for families, practitioners, and early childhood leaders.

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DEC Recommended Practices: Practice Improvement Tools – Interaction
December 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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These resources and suggestions are for teachers who work with students who are deaf and hard of hearing in order to support their educational goals.

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Guidelines for Working with Students Who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing in Virginia Public Schools (VDOE)
December 9, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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Want to truly transform literacy at the secondary level?

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Want to truly transform literacy at the secondary level?
December 8, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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The Center on Transition Innovations at VCU shares information about disability support programs.

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Interested in learning about Disability Support Programs in College
December 4, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Apply today to be in the VAICP Cohort 3 this spring!

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Inclusive Classroom Profile (ICP) Virginia Reliable Observer Application (Cohort 3)
December 3, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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AFIRM Modules are designed to help you learn the step-by-step process of planning for, using, and monitoring an EBP with learners with ASD from birth to 22 years of age.

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Autism Focused Intervention Resources & Modules (AFIRM) National Professional Development Center (NPDC) on ASD
December 2, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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t's a continuous improvement cycle to build or strengthen your school's tiered reading support system.

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MTSS-R is your school's roadmap to ensuring all students become strong readers!
December 1, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Microsoft has built accessibility features into its products that support vision, hearing, neurodiversity, mobility, and Mental Health.

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Microsoft Accessibility
November 25, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Ready to switch up your instruction and get your students excited about new words?

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#VocabularyActivities
20 Effective Vocabulary Activities for Middle School (Teaching Expertise) - Middle schoolers need engaging, fresh ways to tackle new vocabulary!
November 24, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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Ready to switch up your instruction and get your students excited about new words?

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20 Effective Vocabulary Activities for Middle School (Teaching Expertise) - Middle schoolers need engaging, fresh ways to tackle new vocabulary!
November 24, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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Check out this resource to begin establishing a shared vision and vocabulary of inclusion.

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TTAC Online: Excellence in Co-Teaching Initiative
November 21, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Free self-determination assessments from the American Institutes for Research (AIR) and ARC.

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Assessments that evaluate a student’s self-determination skills
November 20, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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Spotlight - designed instruction mathematics resources.

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Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)-Mathematics Resources
November 20, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)-Mathematics Resources

Thank you to everyone who shared their expertise and we hope to see you at our next event!

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Title: An Exceptional Day of Professional Learning and Collaboration at the VESOL Alliance!
November 20, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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DEC Recommended Practices:

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DEC Recommended Practices: Practice Improvement Tools – Environment
November 19, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Immersion Reader Offline Extension

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Immersion Reader Offline Extension
November 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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November 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Actionable Planning for Inclusive Schools!

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November 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Learn about the 5 steps in the transition assessment process from the Center on Transition Innovations at VCU.

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Transition Assessments in a nutshell...
November 13, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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The VDOE will host Early Childhood Special Education Office Hours for ECSE administrators.

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VDOE ECSE Office Hours: Inclusion Guidelines
November 12, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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The Rocketbook system combines reusable notebooks with a free app to scan and transfer the pages to your cloud-based service.

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November 11, 2025 at 5:07 PM