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As the voice of special education leadership, CASE continually engages with federal agencies, national coalitions and partner organizations representing our members. Focusing on national policy and advocacy supports lasting solutions that will continue to drive the profession forward.
The value of CASE Membership includes Networking, Professional Learning, Advocacy, Resources and Savings.
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NEWS RELEASE - For Immediate Release March 22, 2023U.S. Supreme Court Decision, Perez v. Sturgis – Ramifications of this decision for Local School Districts.......Read Full Press Release Here To understand more about Perez v. Sturgis, join the Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE) for a Special Edition of The Weatherly Review, Quarterly Legal Update, a virtual webinar where the ramifications of the Supreme Court’s decision will be specifically addressed.Thursday, March 30, 20231:00pm -3:00pm ETRegister to Attend
MEDICAID Quick Reference GuideChanges in Medicaid will affect local school districts that are accessing Medicaid funds on April 1, 2023. Medicaid redetermination must take place to ensure that Medicaid enrollees (our students) continue to be eligible for Medicaid coverage. This Quick Reference Guide can assist. Professional LearningAdvancing the field of special education through the delivery of highly effective professional learning opportunities is a pillar of the CASE's mission. The CASE is dedicated to providing high-quality professional learning opportunities that are relevant and actionable, important to the field of special education, and offer an innovative approach or solution to challenges in our field. CASE proudly offers a variety of virtual events designed to provide world-class learning and networking opportunities to strengthen and grow the field of special education leadership. Discipline Boot Camp, Virtual EventApril 14, 2024 $350 CASE Members/$450 Non-CASE MembersTake the opportunity to participate in the CASE Discipline Boot Camp featuring Julie Weatherly, Esq. This event with include the ins and outs of discipline regarding students with disabilities including general rules under IDEA and Section 504, practical application regarding removals (i.e., bus suspension, in-school suspension, and other "informal exclusions"), defensible manifestation determinations and application of the 45-day "special circumstances" regarding dangerous weapons, illegal drugs, and serious bodily injuries.More Details
2nd Annual Virtual 504 ConferenceJune 12, 2023, Basics 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Central Time), $250 Members; $350 Non-MembersJune 13, 2023, Advanced 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Central Time), $340 Members; $450 Non-MembersAttend both the Basics and Advanced Sessions, $500 Members; $700 Non-MembersThis Section 504 legal conference features Julie Weatherly, Esq. This virtual conference is designed to provide learning opportunities to strengthen and grow the leaders in the field. Take advantage of both the basic and advanced sessions on this topic to stretch your Section 504 knowledge and processes.More DetailsNew Director's NetworkSeries Sessions 12:00-1:00 PM This is an opportunity to network with other new director's. These are 1 hour topical sessions. February 21, 2023 Quality IEPs for a Path to Progress March 21, 2023 Complexities of ComplianceApril 18, 2023 Problem Solving: Addressing Behavior Before DisciplineMay 16, 2023 Using Data from Program Evaluations and Improvement PlanningJune 20, 2023 Planning for Next Year, Continuous Improvement in ActionMore Details
Academy of Law and Leadership - Coming 2024This event focuses on the intersection of special education and the law. It will be an in-person event with joint sessions of attorneys and special education leaders sharing their experiences. Call for proposals coming in March 2023!More Details |
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CASE welcomes all educators to sign up for the "CASE Weekly Update". You will receive updates from CASE and have access to the most recent news in special education every Tuesday. In addition, you will have the opportunity to register for webinars - many of which are free and have access to resources provided by many of our partners. CASE partners with Multiview to provide this service to all special education leaders and personnel interested in connecting!
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