BUILDING INDEPENDENCE, REDUCING RELIANCE: A TWO-PART SERIES 

Presented by Patrick Mulick

Building IndependenceIf our students are going to be more independent as adults, then we need to be building up their independence now. However, many districts struggle with an over-reliance on 1:1 paraprofessionals to support students with disabilities. This dynamic and content-rich course offers district and school leaders a practical blueprint for building sustainable, inclusive support systems that value student autonomy. Learn how to implement targeted structures and strategies that promote independence and reduce the dependence on 1:1 adults.
 
Target Audience: superintendents, district administrators, principals, special education teachers, and related service providers.
 
$100 per session for CASE Member
$150 per session for Non-CASE Member
 
Register for the full series and save approximately 15%. Both Part 1 and Part 2 are offered twice for your convenience! 
 
  CASE Member       Non CASE Member       Registration Links
Full Series Registration: 1/29/26 and 2/11/26
 $170   $255  
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Full Series Registration: 2/3/26 and 2/27/26 
 $170   $255  
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Part 1: Strategic Structures: 1/29/26
 $100   $150  
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Part 1: Strategic Structures: 2/3/26
 $100   $150  
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Part 2: Unlocking Potential 2/11/2026
 $100   $150  
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Part 2: Unlocking Potential 2/27/2026
 $100   $150  
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Part 1: Strategic Structures to Reduce the Over Reliance on 1:1 Paraprofessionals

If our students are going to be more independent as adults, then we need to be building up their independence now. However, many districts struggle with an over-reliance on 1:1 paraprofessionals to support students with disabilities. This dynamic and content-rich course offers district and school leaders a practical blueprint for building sustainable, inclusive support systems that value student autonomy. Learn how to implement targeted structures and strategies that promote independence and reduce the dependence on 1:1 adults.
 
First offering: January 29, 2026 12:00-2:00 PM (Central Time)
Second offering: February 3, 2026  10:00 AM-12:00 PM (Central Time)
 

Part 2: Unlocking Potential and Promoting Independence in the Classroom

Student success is not measured by how they perform in our presence, but by how well they thrive in our absence. Supporting students with disabilities requires a careful balance—providing meaningful assistance without fostering overdependence. This engaging session equips educators with practical, ready-to-use strategies that promote independence and autonomy in the classroom. Participants will leave with both the mindset and tools needed to help students reach their full potential while reducing reliance on adult support. 

First offering: February 11, 2026 12:00-2:00 PM (Central Time)
Second offering: February 27, 2026 10:00 AM-12:00 PM (Central Time)
 

Guidance for Virtual Learning

Our virtual sessions are designed to deliver world-class professional learning and networking opportunities that support and advance the field of special education leadership. By participating in this virtual event, you agree not to save, record, share, or post any part of the session or related photos without prior written permission from CASE. The Council of Administrators of Special Education provides remote learning through video communication, and we ask that you respect the privacy and intellectual property rights associated with each webinar.
 

If you attend just two events annually, you will save more than the cost of your CASE membership. A recording will not be provided for these sessions.

Payment & Refund Policy
  • Individual registrations must be paid by credit card at the time of registration.
  • Purchase orders are only accepted for 10 or more registrations from the same organization. To use a purchase order, please email [email protected] for instructions.
  • Refunds (minus a 25% administrative fee) are available if requested in writing or by email at least one month before the event. No refunds will be issued for requests received after that date.