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Madera County Superintendent of Schools

Tricia Protzman
Enhancing the quality of life through education.

Professional Learning & Development Opportunities

language assessment of african american students from diverse sociocultural & linguistic backgrounds

virtual
language assessment of african american students from diverse sociocultural & linguistic backgrounds

Date: October 24, 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
 
Presented by SELPA Administrators of California:
African American student populations in California's schools are becoming increasingly diverse in terms of sociocultural (racial, ethnic, socioeconomic) and linguistic backgrounds. This growing diversity has important implications for determining the most appropriate language assessments for individual African American students. This presentation will address key considerations for determining the most appropriate language assessments for individual African American students from diverse linguistic backgrounds including those who speak General/Mainstream American English, African American English, other creole-based English languages, as well as languages other than English. 
 
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key considerations for supporting english proficiency in dually identified students

virtual
key considerations for supporting english proficiency in dually identified students

Dates: October 30, 2025 | January 28, 2026 | March 25, 2026
Times: Day 1 - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Day 2 - 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Day 3 - 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Presented by Santa Clara County Office of Education:
Day 1:
Systems & Teamwork: Understanding systems approach, define team roles, introduction to key considerations (eligibility and ELPAC scores)
 
Day 2:
Instruction & Language Goals: ELD instruction strategies, LAGOs in IEPs & classrooms, case study application
 
Day 3:
Assessment & Progress: ELP assessment insights, data-driven decisions, case study on reclassification & language growth
 
Who Should Attend:
District Office and EL Administrators, School Administrators, Special Education Administrators, EL Teachers and ToSAs, Special Education Teachers
 
Registration Link: Click here to register.
autism diagnostic observation schedule, 2nd edition (ados-2)

in-person
autism diagnostic observation schedule, 2nd edition (ados-2)

Dates: November 3-4, 2025
Times: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
 
Presented by Western Psychological Services:
Purpose:
Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2) administration and coding are highly standardized. Therefore, valid assessment requires a trained and clinically experienced examiner. 
 
Course Description:
In just two days, learn the potential uses of the ADOS-2 as part of a diagnostic evaluation for autism. You'll have the opportunity to practie scoring while observing the instructor administer the ADOS-2 to a child with autism. The workshop focuses primarily on Modules 1 through 4, and attendees are given materials to study later to complete training in the Toddler Module. 
 
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the data advantage: season 6

virtual
the data advantage: season 6

Dates: November 13, 2025 | March 12, 2026 | May 14, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Presented by SELPA Administrators of California and LCS-Training:
A free, 3-part series designed for staff responsible for special education data submissions. First session will focus on accuracy and compliance for Fall 1 Report data submissions. Second session will focus on advanced data training using Microsoft Excel to its fullest extent to keep you organized. Third session will address expectations for new End of Year 1 report and discuss changes to the report and adaptations to your processes. 
 
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2-day cpi training

in-person
2-day cpi training

Dates: November 20, 2025 - November 21, 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Presented by Madera County Superintendent of Schools:
This two-day, in-person training provides staff with the skills to identify, prevent, and deescalate crisis situations. Participants will learn how to respond to various levels of crisis behaviors while maintaining the care, welfare, safety, and security of all individuals.
 
What you will learn:
  • Identify the statges of CPI Crisis Development Model to recognize behavior patterns
  • Employ effective verbal de-escalation techniques
  • Develop non-verbal communication strategies to encourage a positive outcome
  • Practice safe and effective physical intervention methods (personal safety and restrictive interventions)
  • Learn strategies to keep your own behavior calm and consistent during a crisis
 
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legal pro-tips & hot topics for 2026

virtual
legal pro-tips & hot topics for 2026

Date: February 18, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Presented by SELPA Administrators of California:
A full-day, virtual mini-conference, SELPA Administrators of California is proud to host this unique professional learning opportunity intended to support practitioners with primary responsibility for IEP development and facilitation, as well as IDEA implementation, who work proactively with parents as partners in the IEP process. 
 
Panels schedule:
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Navigating Away from Due Process & Toward Creative Resolution
9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. The 2025-26 Year In Review
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Administrative Designee Training, Techniques & Tips
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Addressing Chronic Absenteeism, Mental Health & Shortened Days
2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. The Hottest Topics from the Field
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supporting literacy for students with intellectual disabilities

virtual
supporting literacy for students with intellectual disabilities

Date: March 10, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
 
Presented by The Diagnostic Center Central:
Literacy is important for all individuals. Literacy skills are crucial for overall academic success, independent living, social participation, and employment opportunities. Individuals with intellectual disabilities have unique strengths, potential, and challenges. Due to challenges with cognitive processing, memory, attention, and language development, acquiring literacy skills is often more difficult. However, with appropriate support, accommodations, and evidence-based instructional methods, manu individuals with intellectual disabilities can develop functional literacy skills. Developing functional literacy can enhance self-esteem and quality of life for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 
 
Participants will be able to:
  • Define the qualities of literacy instruction.
  • Identify evidence-based strategies and interventions and multisensory teaching approaches.
  • Evaluate assistive technology tools to support reading, writing and language.
 
Registration Link: Click here to register.
Supporting students with selective mutism

virtual
Supporting students with selective mutism

Date: October 21, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
 
Presented by The Diagnostic Center Central:
Individuals with Selective Mutism are at a significant disadvantage personally, socially, and educationally. These "quiet" children are not just choosing not to communicate. Selective Mutism is described as social communication anxiety. It not only affects verbal communication, but also nonverbal communication skills. This training will discuss assessment and treatment of students with Selective Mutism utilizing a team approach. 
 
Participants will be able to:
  • Understand a multifaceted assessment approach.
  • Identify members of a transdisciplinary team.
  • List and understand the four staes of Selective Mutism.
  • Identify evidence-based treatment approaches.
Registration Link: Click here to register.
selective mutism

virtual
selective mutism

Date: March 24, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
 
Presented by The Diagnostic Center Central:
Individuals with Selective Mutism are at a significant disadvantage personally, socially, and educationally. These "quiet" children are not just choosing not to communicate. Selective Mutism is described as social communication anxiety. It not only affects verbal communication, but also nonverbal communication skills. This training will discuss assessment and treatment of students with Selective Mutism utilizing a team approach. 
 
Participants will be able to:
  • Understand a multifaceted assessment approach.
  • Identify members of a transdisciplinary team.
  • List and understand the four staes of Selective Mutism.
  • Identify evidence-based treatment approaches.
Registration Link: Click here to register.