[NPSO]: Notes from NPSO monthly webinar 6/16/10: Revised Indicator 14 FAQ and Interview Protocol
Notes from our June 10 NPSO Community of Practice Webinar are now available at http://www.psocenter.org/CofP2010.html Please Mark Your Calendar for Upcoming NSPO Calls/Webinars (Second Thursdays) July 8, 2010 August 12, 2010 September 9, 2010 November 11, 2010 December 9, 2010 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 p.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET Jane Falls, Co-Director National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: FW: Follow-up Materials from Secondary Transition State Planning Institute
Greetings all, Whether you attending the Institute this year or not, you may be interested in presentation materials from the sessions. Please see below! Jane Jane Falls, Co-Director National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email -- Forwarded Message From: Florence Parkhill fgpar...@uncc.edu Reply-To: Florence Parkhill fgpar...@uncc.edu Date: Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:56:11 -0400 To: nstta...@listserv.uncc.edu Subject: Follow-up Materials from Secondary Transition State Planning Institute Follow-up Materials from Secondary Transition State Planning Institute The IDEA Partnership at NASDSE, the National Dropout Prevention Center for Students with Disabilities, the National Post-School Outcomes Center, and the National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center are pleased that the presentation materials and recordings of sessions of that were web-cast are available at: http://www.nsttac.org/products_and_resources/InstitutePresentations2010/Defa ult.aspx. You may also access these materials by going to www.nsttac.org http://www.nsttac.org and clicking on 2010 State Planning Institute Presentations under ³What¹s New² on the homepage. -- End of Forwarded Message image.gif
[NPSO]: Reminder: NPSO monthly webinar June 10, 2010: Revised Indicator 14 FAQ and Interview Protocol
Please Join Us for Our Monthly NPSO Community of Practice Webinar June 10, 2010 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 p.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET To join the webinar, paste this url into your web browser: https://tadnet.ilinc.com/join/rmzchxh And on your phone dial: 1-888-447-7153 Pass Code: 592737 Note: this is an iLinc webinar. For some bizarre reason, on some Macs, the iLinc website may not work and you may get kicked off. If you have trouble, please join us using the phone number and pass code above. You will join via the phone and can go to our NPSO website and download the materials (front page Under NEW!) Sorry for the inconvenience; we are in touch with iLinc to fix that oddity! Topics: 1. Review Revised Indicator 14 FAQ with a focus on clarifying the definition of higher education 2. 3. Review Revised Post-School Outcome Data Collection Protocol Mark Your Calendar for NSPO Calls/Webinars (Second Thursdays) July 8, 2010 August 12, 2010 September 9, 2010 November 11, 2010 December 9, 2010 (same times as above) Jane Falls, Co-Director National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: Announcing PACER/NPSO collaborative YouTubes
Dear PSO colleagues, In another effort to help you increase response rates, we are pleased to announce the launch of ³Be a Superstar-Take the Survey² available at http://www.psocenter.org/data_collection.html Prepared in collaboration with PACER Center, these fun YouTube videos are designed to encourage students and families to complete post-school outcomes surveys. Versions are available for youth and parents and in both English and Spanish. Many thanks to the creative collaboration with our good friends at the PACER Center! Check them out and feel free to add this link to your website! National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: NPSO monthly webinar June 10, 2010: Revised Indicator 14 FAQ and Interview Protocol
Please Join Us for Our Monthly NPSO Community of Practice Webinar June 10, 2010 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 p.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET To join the webinar, paste this url into your web browser: https://tadnet.ilinc.com/join/rmzchxh And on your phone dial: 1-888-447-7153 Pass Code: 592737 Note: this is an iLinc webinar. For some bizarre reason, on some Macs, the iLinc website may not work and you may get kicked off. If you have trouble, please join us using the phone number and pass code above. You will join via the phone and then can go to our NPSO website and download the materials. Sorry for the inconvenience; we are in touch with iLinc to fix that oddity! Topics: 1. Review Revised Indicator 14 FAQ with a focus on clarifying the definition of higher education 2. Review Revised Post-School Outcome Data Collection Protocol Mark Your Calendar for NSPO Calls/Webinars (Second Thursdays) July 8, 2010 August 12, 2010 September 9, 2010 November 11, 2010 December 9, 2010 (same times as above) Jane Falls, Co-Director National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: Revised Indicator/Measurement Table, Indicator 14 FAQ materials and Data Collection Protocol available on NPSO website
Greetings all, The following are available on our website: http://www.psocenter.org * Revised OSEP Indicator/Measurement Table * Revised Indicator 14 FAQ (docx, pdf, ppt) * Revised Stage 1: Post-School Outcomes Data Collection Protocol (docx, pdf) Thank you for your many questions as we worked through these revisions! Have a wonderful springit is raining like crazy here in Eugene!! Jane Jane Falls, Co-Director National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: No May 2010 NPSO Community of Practice Call, next call June 10, 2010
Hello all, Since we will see so many of you 4th Secondary Transition State Planning Institute later this month in Charlotte, NC, we will not hold our monthly community of practice call on Thursday, May. 13. Our next NPSO Community of Practice Call will be on Thursday, June 10, 2010. Jane Falls, Co-Director National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: NPSO 2/11/2010 teleconference notes posted: Interagency Collaboration
Hi all, The notes from our excellent teleconference on Interagency Collaboration to Facilitate PSO Collection, Analysis, and Use are posted at http://www.psocenter.org/CofP2010.html Upcoming Events: March 8, 2010: No regular monthly NPSO call because we are hosting the NPSO Data Use Toolkit Training in Eugene, OR March 17-18, 2010 March 17-18, 2010 NPSO Data Use Toolkit Training in Eugene, OR http://www.psocenter.org/savethedate.html April 8, 2010 Monthly NPSO teleconference, Topic to be announced May 15-18, 2010 IDEA Partnership meeting, Charlotte, NC May 18-21, 2010 Secondary Transition Institute, Charlotte, NC http://stspi-conf-reg.tadnet.org/ Have a great weekend! Jane Jane Falls, Co-Director National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: SPACE and RESOURCES AVAILABLE for NPSO Data Use Toolkit Training March 17-18, 2010
Space and resources are still available to support your attendance at The National Post-School Outcomes Center hosted Post-School Outcomes Data Use Toolkit Training March 17-18, 2010 at the Eugene Hilton and Conference Center in Eugene, Oregon. Intended Outcomes Participants will: * Learn how to implement the Post-School Outcomes Data Use Toolkit at State and Local levels. * Customize the Local PSO Data Point Template using State and local Indicator 14 data the State will bring. * Practice how to actively engage stakeholders in examining post-school outcomes data at State and local levels to guide improvement planning. * Learn how other States are using the Post-School Outcomes Data Use Toolkit. * Gain knowledge about NPSO, NSTTAC, and NDPC-SD resources to select evidence-based secondary transition practices for targeted populations. Draft Agenda Available at http://www.psocenter.org/savethedate.html Who * We encourage state teams of two people (one SEA and one LEA). * The number of participants will be limited to 50 to maximize the learning experience. When March 17, 2010, 8:00 am 5:00 pm March 18, 2010, 8:00 am 1:00 pm (Breakfast and lunch provided both days) Registration for the Training There is no fee, but each participant must register by March 1, 2010 at http://www.psocenter.org/register.html Where Eugene Hilton Conference Center 66 E. 6th Ave. Eugene, OR 97401 1-800-937-6660 Reservations 1-800-345-6565 Hotel Rate: $103 + 10.5% = $ 113.82/night To make reservations, participants must call the hotel directly. The cut-off date has been extended to February 28, 2010. Please indicate you are with the NPSO Group. Travel Support Available * We encourage teams of two people (one SEA, one LEA). * NPSO is pleased to provide travel for one person from each State up to 20 States on a first come first serve basis. If funding is an issue for the second person, please contact me to discuss possibilities. * SEA and LEA personnel should communicate with one another, then one person from the SEA should contact Linda Lynch, 541-346-0358, lgly...@uoregon.edu to arrange airfare, lodging, ground transportation and per diem. * Other participants are responsible for travel costs including airfare, lodging, ground transportation, and per diem. * Breakfast and lunch will be provided for all participants on both training days. Pre-Training Preparation * Teams should plan to bring existing State and local Indicator 14 PSO data. * Once registered additional preparation instructions will be provided. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us! Jane Falls, Co-Director National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: Reconfirming date: NPSO monthly teleconference Feb. 11, 2010
Monthly NPSO Community of Practice Teleconference February 11, 2010 Topic: Interagency Collaboration to facilitate PSO data collection, analysis and use. 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 p.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET To join the call: Dial 1-888-387-8686 Room Number: 346-5641# NEW PRODUCT NOW AVAILABLE PSO Data Use Toolkit http://www.psocenter.org/ TRAINING OPPORTUNITY PSO Data Use Toolkit Training March 17-18, 2010 in Eugene, OR Further details next week Jane Falls, Co-Director National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email -- End of Forwarded Message image.png
[NPSO]: NPSO monthly teleconference Feb. 11, 2010
Monthly NPSO Community of Practice Teleconference February, 2010 Topic: Interagency Collaboration to facilitate PSO data collection, analysis and use. 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 p.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET To join the call: Dial 1-888-387-8686 Room Number: 346-5641# NEW PRODUCT NOW AVAILABLE PSO Data Use Toolkit http://www.psocenter.org/ TRAINING OPPORTUNITY PSO Data Use Toolkit Training March 17-18, 2010 in Eugene, OR Further details next week Jane Falls, Co-Director National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.png
[NPSO]: Reminder NPSO monthly webinar Jan. 14, 2010
Monthly NPSO Community of Practice Webinar January 14, 2010 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 p.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET Topic: Presentation of PSO State and Local Data Use Toolkit ³Save the Date² for Toolkit Training Event March 17-18, 2010 To Join the Webinar: Click on https://tadnet.ilinc.com/join/zrbjtkj And on your phone, dial: 1-888-447-7153, Passcode 592737 PSO State and Local Data Use Toolkit materials available at http://www.psocenter.org/CofP2009.html Please mark your calendars for our monthly events, the second Thursday monthly! We know the value of learning from one another and encourage your participation! Jane Falls, Co-Director National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org image.png
[NPSO]: NPSO is Hiring!
Dear colleagues, The National Post-School Outcomes Center, located at the Univeristy of Oregon, is recruiting dynamic individuals to join our team! Please help us get the word out by forwarding the following message! We encourage qualified applicants to apply to one or both of two available positions by Feb. 5, 2010. Position 1: NPSO Research Associate PhD required for this full time position focused on developing products, analyzing SPP/APRs and providing high quality technical assistance. This position also shares FTE with the Secondary Special Education Transition Research Unit. For further information and application, please see http://www.psocenter.org/employment.html Click on Research Associate Position 2: NPSO Research Assistant/Associate Masters or PhD required for this full time position focused on coordinating Center activities related to assisting State Departments of Education to incorporate post-school outcome data into their Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems and providing high quality technical assistance. For further information and application, http://www.psocenter.org/employment.html Click on Research Assistant/Associate Candidates who promote and enhance diversity are strongly desired. Questions? Please contact: Leslie Sullivan, NPSO Business Manger, lgs...@uoregon.edu Jane Falls, NPSO Co-Director, jafa...@uoregon.edu Deanne Unruh, NPSO Co-Director, dkun...@uoregon.edu image.gif
[NPSO]: Alliance for Excellent Education
I thought you might find this site informative: http://www.all4ed.org/ Happy Holidays! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: Re: Locating Dropouts
Hello NPSO community, One of our colleagues, John Magee, asks a question and I am hoping some of you have suggestions for him. His question is below in blue; my response is in black. If you have strategies, please reply to the list so we can all learn from one another! Thanks so much! Jane Hello Jane, hope all is going well for you. Can you direct me toward any practices or strategies for locating dropouts in the I-14 longitudinal study process, and/or for promoting school reengagement? I have looked over some of the documents and round table discussions on the NPSO site, but cannot find any references to successful strategies. Many people say it is a problem that they need to address, but cannot yet point to specific successes. I know that some states/districts are actually using Face Book sites and Twitter networks to locate dropouts, and we recently participated a Schools Moving Up webinar on dropout reenrollment; but I am interested in specific strategies and practices that are currently producing results. If you can point me in the right direction I would really appreciate it. Have a great holiday! Thanks, John John D. Magee Consultant, Office for Exceptional Children Ohio Department of Education 25 South Front St., Mail Stop 205 Columbus, OH 43215 Office: 614-728-1115 Cell: 937-430-9360 email: john.ma...@ode.state.oh.us Jane¹s response: We have a 2007 product developed with NDPC-SD entitled ³Collecting Post-School Outcome Data: Strategies for Increasing Response Rates² that offers suggestions to connect with ³hard to reach students including dropouts². This is available on our website at http://www.psocenter.org/data_collection.html Scroll down to Procedures and there it is. Also, in conjunction with PACER we developed a series of Parent and Student fliers intended to be used while students are still in school to inform them about the coming PSO interviews/surveys, encouraging them to provide contact info and respond. These fliers and tips for their use are on our website: http://www.psocenter.org/data_collection.html Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: Reminder: NPSO monthly teleconference Nov. 12, 2009
Monthly NPSO Community of Practice Teleconference November 12, 2009 We will have a round robin state sharing and problem solving: 1) What is happening in our state regarding the Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems? 2) How is pso data collection going this year? We know the value of learning from one another and encourage your participation! 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 p.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET To join the call: Dial 1-888-387-8686 Room Number: 346-5641# NEW PRODUCT NOW AVAILABLE Indicator 14: Change is Good. This one page flier is intended to help you spread the message that the Indicator 14 changes can be positive. Customize by adding your state contact. Available at http://www.psocenter.org/ TWO NEW PRODUCTS COMING SOON Survey Protocol (revised Indicator 14) Post-School Outcome Data Use Toolkit Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.png
[NPSO]: FW: REFERENCE POINTS: Postsecondary Resources
National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- I know some of you are on this list but these are good resources so wanted to call them to your attention! Jane -- Forwarded Message From: referencepoi...@pacer.org Reply-To: ta...@pacer.org Date: Sun, 1 Nov 2009 23:59:44 -0600 To: ta...@pacer.org Subject: REFERENCE POINTS: Postsecondary Resources REFERENCE POINTS is an activity of TATRA, a project of PACER Center REFERENCE POINTS: Postsecondary Resources HIGHER EDUCATION AND DISABILITY A new report from the the Government Accountability Office (GAO), titled Higher Education and Disability: Education Needs a Coordinated Approach to Improve Its Assistance to Schools in Supporting Students is available. The GAO was asked to examine: what is known about the population of postsecondary students with disabilities; how postsecondary schools are supporting students with disabilities; what challenges, if any, schools face in supporting students with disabilities; and how the U.S. Department of Education is assisting schools in supporting these students. Highlights from the report can be found at http://www.gao.gov/highlights/d1033high.pdf The full report can be found at http://www.gao.gov/cgi-bin/getrpt?GAO-10-33 HELPING STUDENTS NAVIGATE THE PATH TO COLLEGE: WHAT HIGH SCHOOLS CAN DO This new practice guide from The What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) recommends five specific steps that educators, administrators and policy makers can take, beginning in 9th grade, as well as the research evidence that supports these recommendations. It targets high schools and school districts, and focuses on effective practices that prepare students academically for college, assist them in completing the steps to college entry, and improve their likelihood of enrolling in college. A project of the U.S. Department of Education, the WWC is a source of scientific evidence for what works in education. The practice guide can be found at http://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/pdf/practiceguides/higher_ed_pg_091509.pdf GOING TO COLLEGE This new website contains information about living college life with a disability. It is designed for high school students. The site provides video clips, activities, and resources that can help them get a head start in planning for college. Video interviews with college students with disabilities offer a way to hear firsthand from students with disabilities who have been successful. Modules include activities that will help students explore more about themselves, learn what to expect from college, and equip them with important considerations and tasks to complete when planning for college. Visit this new website at http://www.going-to-college.org/ IN SPANISH: GETTING READY FOR POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION? The U.S. Department of Education offers Preparacion Para La Educacion Postsecundaria Para Los Estudiantes Con Discapacidades: Conozca Sus Derechos Y Responsabilidades (Students With Disabilities Preparing For Postsecondary Education: Know Your Rights and Responsibilities). http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/transition-sp.html?exp=3 From: NICHCY News You Can Use * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * REFERENCE POINTS is administered by PACER Center http://www.PACER.org as a technical assistance activity of the TATRA Project. The TATRA Project is funded by the Rehabilitation Services Administration. To SUBSCRIBE to REFERENCE POINTS go to http://www.pacer.org/tatra/list/index.asp To UNSUBSCRIBE, please go directly to http://www.pacer.org/tatra/list/maildel.asp Readers are invited to send information about new resources on secondary education, transition and vocational rehabilitation topics to ta...@pacer.org. Reference Points received initial support from the National Center on Secondary Education and Transition http://www.ncset.org/. Visit their web site for a wealth of information related to secondary education and transition for youth with disabilities. Note: There are no copyright restrictions on this document. However, please credit the source and support of federal funds when copying all or part of this material. -- End of Forwarded Message To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please send an email to majord...@lists.uoregon.edu with unsubscribe npsoserv in the body (without the quotes).
[NPSO]: Wisdom from Arne Duncan
You might be interested in checking out the following speech: Teacher Preparation: Reforming the Uncertain ProfessionRemarks of Secretary Arne Duncan at Teachers College, Columbia University http://www.ed.gov/news/speeches/2009/10/10222009.html See especially his examples from Louisiana and Teachers College. Given our focus on using post-school outcomes to drive school improvement, you might especially like his quote: ...And these programs have a shared vision of what constitutes good teaching and best practicesincluding a single-minded focus on improving student learning and using data to inform instruction. For a light-hearted break in your day, here is a check out Education Secretary Arne Duncan appearing on the Colbert Report http://www.colbertnation.com/the-colbert-report-videos/251047/october-05-200 9/arne-duncan Here is to the good work you do to help students leave school ready for further education and work! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: Update on Revised PSO Interview Protocol
Update re Revised PSO Interview Protocol: We have just piloted the questions with high school students with IEPs and are putting the final touches on the Protocol then it will go to OSEP for approval and we should have it out in the next few weeks. Thanks for your patience. Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: Reminder: October 8, 2009 NPSO community of practice webinar: Indicator 14 FAQ Revision and SLDS Application
Please Join Us for the Monthly NPSO Community of Practice Webinar October 8, 2009 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 p.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET Presentation: Indicator 14 FAQs (Revised 10/5/09) Discussion: State Longitudinal Data Systems Grant Applications To join the webinar, click on https://tadnet.ilinc.com/join/chpzymc Then Dial-In: 1-888-447-7153 Passcode: 592737 We invite you to download the revised Indicator 14 FAQs doc from http://www.psocenter.org/index.html Online version and PowerPoints are also available there. * Also please mark your calendar for the Monthly NPSO Community of Practice Webinar November 12, 2009 Presentation: PSO State and Local Data Use Tool * Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: FW: United States Department of Labor ODEP - In Focus Update
Here is a link to good resources! Take good care, Jane -- Forwarded Message From: United States Department of Labor subscripti...@subscriptions.dol.gov Reply-To: United States Department of Labor subscripti...@subscriptions.dol.gov Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:54:59 -0500 To: jafa...@uoregon.edu Subject: United States Department of Labor ODEP - In Focus Update October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month Beginning today and continuing through the end of the month, the Office of Disability Employment Policy will offer a wealth of information about the NDEAM activities of President Barack Obama's administration, and in particular, ODEP's activities. Additionally, we will post items of general interest to the community. The first installment is now available http://www.dol.gov/odep/index.htm
[NPSO]: New Indicator 14 materials now available
We are pleased to announce new resources to support you in implementing the Indicator 14 changes! Check out our home page http://www.psocenter.org for new resources: Indicator 14 FAQ (online) Indicator 14 FAQ (print version) Indicator 14 FAQ presentation (full ppt to accompany the FAQ) Indictor 14 FAQ OSEP July 9, 2009 Webinar presentation Plus a handy Link to the Revised Part B Indicator Measurement Table and Instructions We are also in the process of revising our Stage 1 and 2 Interview Protocols and will get them out to you as soon as possible. As always, let us know how we can support your good post-school outcomes work! Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org image.png
[NPSO]: OSEP SPP/APR monthly webinar Thursday, July 9 2009 Call re: Secondary Transition Indicators
Hello colleagues, The monthly OSEP SPP/APR call on July 9, 2009 will be a webinar focused on a Part B Secondary Transition Update. The webinar will feature Measurement Table Changes to Indicators 1, 2, 13, and 14. NDPS-SD, NSTTAC, and our NPSO Center will present. Our OSEP reviewed Indicator 14 FAQ will be shared. The connection information for the call on Thursday is available on the front page of the SPP/APR Calendar under Upcoming Events. See: http://spp-apr-calendar.rrfcnetwork.org/ Materials will also be posted on this site by Thursday. The SEA directors will get this information directly from OSEP. I hope you are having a great summer! Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: Reminder: Today June 18, 2009 NPSO community of practice call
Good Morning Post-School Outcomes Colleagues! We hope you will join us TODAY for the Monthly NPSO Community of Practice Teleconference June 18, 2009 We will have a round robin sharing of what states are doing to collect (or not collect) post-school outcome data this year. We know the value of learning from one another and encourage your participation! 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 p.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET To join the call: Dial 1-888-387-8686 Room Number: 346-5641# We are working with OSEP and are close to finalizing the Indicator 14 FAQ; you will be the first to know as soon as it is vetted! You can access Draft Indicator 14 FAQ materials at http://www.psocenter.org/CofP2009.html Scroll to the May 21 webinar to download 3 documents. Have a wonderful summer! Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email -- End of Forwarded Message image.gif
[NPSO]: June 18, 2009 NPSO community of practice call
Monthly NPSO Community of Practice Teleconference June 18, 2009 We will have a round robin sharing of what states are doing to collect (or not collect) post-school outcome data this year. We know the value of learning from one another and encourage your participation! 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 p.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET To join the call: Dial 1-888-387-8686 Room Number: 346-5641# We are still working with OSEP to finalize the Indicator 14 FAQ and will let you know as soon as it is vetted. You can access Draft Indicator 14 FAQ materials at http://www.psocenter.org/CofP2009.html Scroll to the May 21 webinar to download 3 documents. Have a wonderful summer! Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email -- End of Forwarded Message image.gif
[NPSO]: Revising PSO interview protocols
Hello all, Quick update on the New Indicator 14 FAQ: we have revised it based on the presentation in Charlotte, NC and the May 21 webinar and are awaiting OSEP vetting. You will, of course, be the first to know when it is finalized. And a request: If any of you have taken a stab at revising your interview protocols to meet the new requirements, we would love to see what you are thinking. As soon as the FAQ is finalized, we will be revising the NPSO Stage 1: Post-School Data Collection Protocol and getting OSEP approval on that. Our next monthly community of practice event will be a teleconference on June 18, 2009. We will have a round robin sharing of what states are doing this year to collect (or not collect) post-school outcome data. We know the value of learning from one another and encourage your participation! 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 p.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET To join the call: Dial 1-888-387-8686 Room Number: 346-5641# Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: IMPORTANT: NPSO webinar May 21, 2009 re new Indicator 14
WEBINAR THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2009 89 am HI 1011 am AK 11 amNoon PT Noon1 pm MT 12 pm CT 23 pm ET TOPIC New Indicator 14 DRAFT FAQ Jane Falls and Deanne Unruh (NPSO) and Ruth Ryder and Lynne Fairfax (OSEP) will review a DRAFT FAQ presented last week at the Secondary Transition Institute TO CONNECT TO THE WEBINAR: Click on https://tadnet.ilinc.com/join/bczpzhx And on your phone dial: 1-888-447-7153 Passcode: 592737 (the link will be available 30 minutes before the scheduled hour) MATERIALS CAN BE PREVIEWED AND PRINTED AT: http://www.psocenter.org/CofP2009.html WE HOPE YOU CAN JOIN US! The webinar and materials will also be archived. Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org image.gif
[NPSO]: FW: HEATH RESOURCE CENTER INVITES YOUR REVIEW-ONLINE SURVEY
Hello all, HEATH continues to improve their website to help you help students connect to higher education! With the changes to Indicator 14, we all want our students to have every opportunity to access higher ed! I encourage you to check out the HEATH resources. Have a great weekend! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email -- Forwarded Message From: Parkhill, Florence fgpar...@uncc.edu Reply-To: Parkhill, Florence fgpar...@uncc.edu Date: Fri, 24 Apr 2009 09:23:28 -0400 To: nstta...@listserv.uncc.edu Subject: HEATH RESOURCE CENTER INVITES YOUR REVIEW-ONLINE SURVEY Dear Friends and Colleagues, The George Washington University HEATH Resource Center recently announced with pride the launch of our updated website: http://www.heath.gwu.edu. We have spent great time and attention to the details and believe that we have a site that will be welcoming to students, families, and professionals alike. We hope you have had an opportunity to visit the new and fresh face of HEATH and invite you now to provide us with your valued feedback, thoughtful suggestions and comments on our Peer-Review Survey available at: http://tinyurl.com/HEATH-Peer-Survey If you have not had an opportunity to visit our new site, we encourage you to do so now: http://www.heath.gwu.edu You will note many changes in how we look and updates to our materials. New to our reconfigured site is the addition of 14 training modules written for high school students with disabilities preparing for transition from high school to college, a module for parents, and a module for college/university professionals. These 16 modules are accessed by clicking on the Module tab found at the top of our website. Development of these self-directed modules and our improved website was supported in part by Lumina Foundation for Education, an Indianapolis-based, private, independent foundation dedicated to expanding success in education beyond high school. You will continue to find our Guidance Counselor's Toolkit vetted by the Office of Special Education Programs, not only on our landing page put also in its own dedicated Toolkit tab and in our Resources Tab. The Resources also include our Seasonal Programs (including our Summer Pre-College Programs), FAQs or Frequently Asked Questions, Links, and File Repository (including our collection of articles in pdf and PowerPoint presentations). HEATH continues to provide you updates and information in the fields of disability, postsecondary education, and career development through our News and Publications. You will note that we have updated our Archived files to assure our materials are current and correct. As always, we encourage your comments on our new platform and products and we greatly appreciate your feedback on our survey at: http://tinyurl.com/HEATH-Peer-Survey Thanks! Dr. Donna Martinez Director, The HEATH Resource Center The George Washington University 2134 G Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20052-0001 Email: askhe...@gwu.edu www.HEATH.gwu.edu -- End of Forwarded Message image.gif
Re: [NPSO]: Indicator 14 FAQ Update [Scanned]
Thank you for the questions, Mary. We will address these in the FAQ. Jane On 4/17/09 8:02 AM, Kampa, Mary ma...@cesa11.k12.wi.us wrote: Hi Jane, Like Oregon, Wisconsin will continue to use our current survey questions and interview this year. I have several questions I would appreciate any clarification you have or can get: 1. If a youth meets all the criteria of competitive employment (community setting, above minimum wage, more than 90 days) except they are working 16 hours per week, is that Other employment or does it not qualify as employment at all? 2. 3. For other postsecondary education or training, would programs such as mission , Peace Corps, Vista, or America Corps other postsecondary education or training? If so, how would for at least one complete term be defined for them? 4. 5. Under the definition of enrolled in higher education, OSEP states the youth must be enrolled in a community college or college/university or other institution that meets the IHE definition, in (a) an educational program or (b) a training program. Do you know what types of training programs are recognized under IHE? 6. 7. Under some other employment, family business is listed, and as examples, store, and catering are listed. If the youth is working in these settings and meet all the other criteria of competitively employed, could they be counted under competitive employment instead of some other employment, I know two youth with disabilities who have worked more than 90 days, app. 40 hours per week, earning more than minimum wage, in a locally-owned business since leaving high school. One youth's family owns the business. Are they both counted under competitive employment, or is one counted under competitive employment and one counted under some other employment because her family owns the business? Is this question actually trying to get at the non-community-based work (previously work at or from home) rather than who owns the business? If not, it will have implications for how we specifically word this question. Thanks much Jane, Mary From: owner-npsos...@lists.uoregon.edu on behalf of Jane Falls Sent: Thu 4/16/2009 11:59 AM To: PSO CofP Subject: [NPSO]: Indicator 14 FAQ Update [Scanned] Greetings colleagues, We are working with OSEP on an Indicator 14 FAQ re changes in the Measurement Table and hope to share it at the Secondary Transition Institute May 12-14, 2009 in Charlotte, NC. We will, of course, share it with this list as well. Soon after we complete the FAQ, we will revise our Survey Protocols. As you know states are not required to report on Indicator 14 for FFY 2008 due February 1, 2010. Options for this year include: * Collect and report Indicator 14 data this year consistent with the previous requirements * Collect and report Indicator 14 data consistent with the new requirements * Not collect or report the data this year, make needed changes, and start new data collection for the students leaving school during the 2008-09 school year. Regardless of what your state chooses, we encourage you to be continue getting contact information on students leaving school this 2008-2009 school year and letting these students and families know they will be contacted. This will be the first cohort for whom you will collect the one year out data using the new Indicator measure. We encourage you to check, use, and adapt the Student and Parent Flyers we prepared in collaboration with PACER. These are on our website at http://www.psocenter.org/data_collection.html States are asking what others plan to do this year. We would love to hear from you about what your state is doing! And as always, feel free to contact us! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org http://www.psocenter.org/ Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email
[NPSO]: Indicator 14 FAQ Update
Greetings colleagues, We are working with OSEP on an Indicator 14 FAQ re changes in the Measurement Table and hope to share it at the Secondary Transition Institute May 12-14, 2009 in Charlotte, NC. We will, of course, share it with this list as well. Soon after we complete the FAQ, we will revise our Survey Protocols. As you know states are not required to report on Indicator 14 for FFY 2008 due February 1, 2010. Options for this year include: * Collect and report Indicator 14 data this year consistent with the previous requirements * Collect and report Indicator 14 data consistent with the new requirements * Not collect or report the data this year, make needed changes, and start new data collection for the students leaving school during the 2008-09 school year. Regardless of what your state chooses, we encourage you to be continue getting contact information on students leaving school this 2008-2009 school year and letting these students and families know they will be contacted. This will be the first cohort for whom you will collect the one year out data using the new Indicator measure. We encourage you to check, use, and adapt the Student and Parent Flyers we prepared in collaboration with PACER. These are on our website at http://www.psocenter.org/data_collection.html States are asking what others plan to do this year. We would love to hear from you about what your state is doing! And as always, feel free to contact us! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: News stories about post-school outcomes in Oregon
Hello all, This is to call your attention to two news stories resulting from the recently released Oregon annual special education report card (for the first time including post-school outcomes data). Both stories quote our Oregon colleague, Jackie Burr; the second story includes an interview with her! From the Oregonian, April 1, 2009: Oregon tracks special ed students after high school http://www.oregonlive.com/news/index.ssf/2009/04/oregon_tracks_special_ed_st ude.html From the Oregon Public Broadcasting, Think Out Loud show, April 7, 2009, Life After Special Ed http://www.opb.org/thinkoutloud/shows/life-after-special-ed/newest-first To hear interviews, click on the little triangle in the circle right under ³posted by: Bree Hocking². If others have such media stories, please share them!! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: Cancelling NPSO CofP call April 8, 2009, info on new Ind 14
Hello PSO colleagues, We are cancelling our monthly call for tomorrow April 8 and will let you know when we reschedule. As you know, Indicator 14 is now a new Indicator and there are significant changes. We are working with OSEP to answer the many questions we have received from you all and will get the FAQ to you as soon as possible. Once we have answers, we will also be revising tools such as our Data Collection Protocols. States will submit the new Indicator 14 data Feb. 1, 2011. We know there are questions regarding data collection this year (for students who left school in 2007-08). States can, of course, maintain existing momentum and certainly have the option of collecting the data. We understand some states plan to collect the data using their current systems; others are waiting for further clarification, others are changing their systems now to adapt to the new indicator requirements. As always we are available to discuss your post-school outcome data collection systems with you. We do hope to see you all at the Secondary Transition Institute in Charlotte, NC, May 12-14, 2009. We have a full agenda of great keynote presentations (Dean Fixen, Ruth Ryder, and a panel of excited young adults), team time, lots of excellent content session, and plenty of time to learn from other states! Registration is still available: http://www.rrfcnetwork.org/component/option,com_symfony_conf_reg/symfony_con f_reg/conf_reg.php/registration/create/conference_id,161/ Happy Spring! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: FW: GW HEATH RESOURCE CENTER LAUNCHES NEW MATERIALS UPDATES FORMAT
FYI: if you have already seen this, please excuse the duplicate. Jane -- Forwarded Message From: Parkhill, Florence fgpar...@uncc.edu Reply-To: Parkhill, Florence fgpar...@uncc.edu Date: Mon, 6 Apr 2009 13:30:30 -0400 To: nstta...@listserv.uncc.edu Subject: GW HEATH RESOURCE CENTER LAUNCHES NEW MATERIALS UPDATES FORMAT *** PLEASE DISTRIBUTE TO YOUR FRIENDS, COLLEAGUES AND NETWORKS *** New on The GW HEATH Resource Center! April 6, 2009 Dear Friends and Colleagues, The George Washington University HEATH Resource Center is pleased to announce the launch of our updated website: http://www.heath.gwu.edu .. You will note many changes in how we look and updates to our materials. New to our reconfigured site is the addition of 14 training modules written for high school students with disabilities preparing for transition from high school to college, a module for parents, and a module for college/university professionals. These 16 modules are accessed by clicking on the Module http://www.heath.gwu.edu/index.php/Modules/ tab found at the top of our website. Development of these self-directed modules and our improved website was supported in part by Lumina Foundation for Education http://www.luminafoundation.org/ , an Indianapolis-based, private, independent foundation dedicated to expanding success in education beyond high school. You will continue to find our Guidance Counselor's Toolkit http://www.heath.gwu.edu/images/stories/Toolkit.pdf vetted by the Office of Special Education Programs, not only on our landing page put also in its own dedicated Toolkit tab and in our Resources Tab. The Resources also include our Seasonal Programs (including our Summer Pre-College Programs http://www.heath.gwu.edu/index.php/Main-Pages/Seasonal-Programs.html ), FAQs or Frequently Asked Questions http://www.heath.gwu.edu/index.php/FAQs/ , Links http://www.heath.gwu.edu/index.php/component/option,com_brightweblinks/Item id,16/ , and File Repository (including our collection of articles in pdf and PowerPoint presentations). HEATH continues to provide you updates and information in the fields of disability, postsecondary education, and career development through our News and Publications. You will note that we have updated our Archived files to assure our materials are current and correct. As always, we appreciate your feedback and encourage your comments on our new platform and products. Email us at askhe...@gwu.edu and let us know what you think. ALL THE BEST! Donna Martinez, Ed.D. Director, The GWU HEATH Resource Center www.HEATH.gwu..edu askhe...@gwu.edu dmart...@gwu.edu -- End of Forwarded Message image.jpgimage.jpg
[NPSO]: DCDT call for presentations
Attached is the Call for Presentations for the DCDT Conference in Savannah, Georgia, Oct. 29-31, 2009. Please consider submitting a proposal to share your good PSO work!! NPSO plans to submit a proposal. Proposals due April 24. Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif EMAIL Blast Info DCDT.doc Description: Binary data
[NPSO]: Now Available: Powerpoint and recording from 3/11/09 NPSO webinar w/ Richard Horne
Our March 11, 2009 webinar recording and presentation are now available at: http://www.psocenter.org/2009notes.html Many thanks to our webinar guest presenter: Richard Horne Director, Division of Policy Planning and Research US Department of Labor Office of Disability Employment Policy OUR NEXT MONTHLY TELECONFERENCE IS APRIL 8, 2009 Topic: Update on Indicator 14 Changes 8:00 9:00 a.m. Hawaiian 10:00 11:00 a.m. Alaska time 11:00 am Noon Pacific time Noon 1:00 p.m. Mountain time 1:00 2:00 p.m. Central time 2:00 3:00 p.m. Eastern time Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org image.gif
[NPSO]: Changes to Indicator 14
Hello post-school outcomes colleagues, Hopefully, you were able to listen to the March 12 teleconference about the revised Part B Indicator Measurement Table. Ruth Ryder walked through the changes to the Indicator Measurement Table and the phase-in for implementing the changes; she specifically reviewed an annotated version of the Indicator Measurement Table highlighting Revisions and Implications. Materials are on the SPP/APR Calendar: http://spp-apr-calendar.rrfcnetwork.org/ There are significant changes to Indicator 14 and we are working with OSEP to identify and answer questions as well as understand timelines. We will develop an FAQ as quickly as possible. We will also update our tools to reflect the changes as soon as possible. Please contact us with your questions and concerns. We are here to support your efforts to develop rigorous, and practical post-school outcome data collection systems. Take care and keep breathing! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: FW: [taandd-l] FW: Reminder: SPP/APR TA Call Thursday March 12 4:00 EDT
I just learned about the following SPP/APR TA call. Many of you have been asking about changes to the Measurement Table-here is our chance to learn what is new! I encourage you to join your state colleagues for this call. See blue below. Jane -- Forwarded Message From: Ryder, Ruth ruth.ry...@ed.gov Reply-To: Ryder, Ruth ruth.ry...@ed.gov Date: Wed, 11 Mar 2009 07:24:17 -0400 To: taand...@listserv.aed.org Conversation: Reminder: SPP/APR TA Call Thursday March 12 4:00 EDT Subject: [taandd-l] FW: Reminder: SPP/APR TA Call Thursday March 12 4:00 EDT Good morning, Your participation in the conference call mentioned below is encouraged. Have a great day! -Original Message- From: Ryder, Ruth Subject: Reminder: SPP/APR TA Call Thursday March 12 4:00 EDT The topic for Thursday's call is the revised Part B Indicator Measurement Table. OMB recently approved the Part B information collection for the SPP/APR and I will walk through the changes to the Indicator Measurement Table and the phase-in for implementing the changes. This call will relate to only the Part B SPP/APR. On Thursday morning I will post to the SPP/APR Calendar an annotated version of the Indicator Measurement Table to facilitate the discussion. Materials for the call and call in information is available on the SPP/APR Calendar at: http://spp-apr-calendar.rrfcnetwork.org/ -- End of Forwarded Message
[NPSO]: REMINDER: 3/11/09 NPSO webinar guest presenter: Richard Horne
We do hope you will join us tomorrow! Our monthly call will be a webinar with GUEST PRESENTER Richard Horne Director, Division of Policy Planning and Research US Department of Labor Office of Disability Employment Policy March 11, 2009 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 noon PT noon 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET (See below for simple connection directions) TOPIC Department of Labor Report on Employment and Disabilities In February 2009, the US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, released, for the first time, the official unemployment rate of people with disabilities. This information will be released monthly and will assist the nation in understanding how changing labor market conditions affect Americans with disabilities. This webinar will provide a briefing on this new data and how it can be used to further understand post-school outcomes for youth and young adults with disabilities. TO CONNECT TO THE WEBINAR: Click on https://tadnet.ilinc.com/join/hkkbkwb And Dial-In: 1-888-447-7153 Passcode: 408728 (the link will be available 30 minutes before the scheduled hour) PLEASE JOIN US! Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org -- End of Forwarded Message image.gif
Re: [NPSO]: 3/11/09 NPSO webinar guest presenter: Richard Horne
We will post an audio transcript available after the webinar and will let you all know. On 3/5/09 11:40 AM, Lisa Ewers lew...@cabarrus.k12.nc.us wrote: National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- Jane, I am unable to attend but would love access to any materials or transcripts if possible. Thanks! Lisa Ewers Transition Specialist Cabarrus County Schools, NC 704-262-6106 lew...@cabarrus.k12.nc.us Jane Falls jane.fa...@tacs.uoregon.edu 3/4/2009 6:27 PM Our monthly call will be a webinar with GUEST PRESENTER Richard Horne Director, Division of Policy Planning and Research US Department of Labor Office of Disability Employment Policy March 11, 2009 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 - noon PT noon - 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. ET (See below for simple connection directions) TOPIC Department of Labor Report on Employment and Disabilities In February 2009, the US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, released, for the first time, the official unemployment rate of people with disabilities. This information will be released monthly and will assist the nation in understanding how changing labor market conditions affect Americans with disabilities. This webinar will provide a briefing on this new data and how it can be used to further understand post-school outcomes for youth and young adults with disabilities. TO CONNECT TO THE WEBINAR: Click on https://tadnet.ilinc.com/join/hkkbkwb And Dial-In: 1-888-447-7153 Passcode: 408728 (the link will be available 30 minutes before the scheduled hour) PLEASE JOIN US! Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org
[NPSO]: FW: [disabilitylist] NSIP March Webinar on Integrating Service Learning into an Individualized Education Program (IEP)
National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- Hello Post-School Outcomes Colleagues, You may find this useful for IEP teams. Jane 03-01-09 Hi TAD Colleagues - see the announcement below about how service learning is incorporated into student IEPs. Service learning provides tremendous opportunities for students with disabilities, and this project, the National Service Inclusion Project, at ICI, was funded to address inclusive service learning. Judy -Original Message- From: bounce-785697-255...@lists.etr.org [mailto:bounce-785697-255...@lists.etr.org] On Behalf Of National Service Inclusion Project Sent: Friday, February 27, 2009 2:23 PM To: Disability Email Discussion List Subject: [disabilitylist] NSIP March Webinar on Integrating Service Learning into an Individualized Education Program (IEP) The National Service Inclusion Project (NSIP) is pleased to announce our March webinar on Integrating Service Learning into an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Date: Thursday, March 19, 2009 from 3 PM - 4 PM, EST (2 PM -3 PM, Central; 1 PM -2PM, Mountain; 12 PM -1 PM, Pacific) This session is designed to familiarize participants with the benefits of incorporating service learning into a students Individualized Education Program (IEP). An IEP is a document that outlines special education services for students with disabilities. The IEP includes any modifications that are required in the regular classroom and any additional special programs or services.* Our guest speakers will share a brief overview of the IEP process and the benefits to incorporating service learning into an IEP. Promising practices will be shared on collaborating with special education departments and how service learning projects involving high school students with and without disabilities have been successful. Service learning is a great opportunity for America's young people, with and without disabilities, from kindergarten to post-secondary. Young people get involved with their communities in tangible ways by integrating service projects with classroom learning. Service-learning engages students in the educational process, using what they learn in the classroom to address real-life issues. Students not only learn about democracy and citizenship, they become actively contributing citizens and community members through the service they perform. (http://www.learnandserve.gov/about/service_learning/index.asp) For more information on IEPs, please visit http://www.ed.gov/parents/needs/speced/iepguide/index.html * http://www.nagc.org/index.aspx?id=565 Presenters: Laura Lacey currently teaches History and Service Learning at Brooke Point High School in Stafford, VA. Last year Ms. Lacey, as an NSIP Fellow, she focused on incorporating high school students with disabilities into her service-learning classroom. Seven high school students with disabilities were integrated into programs throughout the 2007-2008 school year. The program was so successful that for the 2008-2009 school year a student with disability was enrolled into the Learn and Serve program full-time. In addition, service-learning was integrated into a special education classroom for students with Autism. Maria Paiewonsky, Ed.D, is an Education Specialist at the Institute for Community Inclusion, UMass Boston. Her primary work includes teacher preparation and professional development training and technical assistance to educators and professional staff who support youth with intellectual disabilities in high school and in postsecondary activities. As part of Dr. Paiewonsky's transition course sequence, educators who want a transition specialty are required to investigate how service learning can be included in a student's IEP or transition plan to further explore their career interests. Please email n...@umb.edu to RSVP by Tuesday, March 17th with the following info: - Name - Organization - Email - Phone - If you require CART* to participate, please also indicate so in your email - Please add any questions/comments you would like the presenters to specifically address. A confirmation email will be sent to those who RSVP, by Wednesday, March 18th with webinar connection instructions. *CART service provides instantaneous translation of the speech text using real-time software. Teleconference/webinar participants receive caption services over the Internet. This is an accommodation provided for participants who are Deaf or hard of hearing. --- Spread the word: Potential AmeriCorps members can apply online and AmeriCorps programs can post opportunities at http://www.americorps.gov You are currently subscribed to disabilitylist as: judy.shan...@ed.gov To change your email address, unsubscribe, or view archived messages, visit http://lists.etr.org/read/?forum=disabilitylist -- End of Forwarded Message
[NPSO]: Link working now: 2/18/09 NPSO CofP call notes; next call 3/11/09
I apologize for the inconvenience; the link to the 2/28 notes is now working! Jane February 18, 2009 Community of Practice Notes are now available at http://www.psocenter.org/2009notes.html Please mark your calendar for our NEXT CALL March 11, 2009 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 - 12:00 a.m. PT 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. ET TOPIC ODEP Report on Employment and Disabilities PRESENTER Richard Horne Director, Division of Policy Planning and Research US Department of Labor Office of Disability Employment Policy Further details to follow. Take good care! Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org http://www.psocenter.org/ -- End of Forwarded Message -- End of Forwarded Message image.gif
[NPSO]: NPSO CofP monthly call 2/18/09
Our next Community of Practice Call is February 18, 2009 Topic: Discussion of post-school outcome findings reported in APR Feb. 2, 2009: What do we learning by disaggregating PSO data by exit type, disability, region/district, ethnicity. Greg Cooch will launch the discussion with findings from SD Round Table State Sharing 8:00 9:00 a.m. HI 10:00 11:00 a.m. AK 11:00 12:00 a.m. PT 12:00 1:00 p.m. MT 1:00 2:00 p.m. CT 2:00 3:00 p.m. ET To access the call: Dial 1-888-387-8686l room number: 346-5641# We look forward to learning with you! Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org image.gif
[NPSO]: FW: United States Department of Labor ODEP - In Focus Update
This is very interesting information and will be useful in our pso work. Jane -- Forwarded Message From: United States Department of Labor subscripti...@subscriptions.dol.gov Reply-To: United States Department of Labor subscripti...@subscriptions.dol.gov Date: Fri, 06 Feb 2009 10:44:17 -0600 To: jafa...@uoregon.edu Subject: United States Department of Labor ODEP - In Focus Update United States Department of Labor ODEP - In Focus Update FIRST OFFICIAL DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT STATISTICS RELEASED (February 6, 2009) Today, the U.S. Department of Labor released the first official data on the employment status of persons with disabilities. In January 2009, the employment rate for persons with disabilities was 23.1 percent. The unemployment rate for those with disabilities was 13.2 percent. Read more about the first release of disability employment statistics. http://www.dol.gov/odep/ Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please contact supp...@govdelivery.com. If you have questions about the U.S. Department of Labor's programs or services, please e-mail dol...@dol.gov for assistance. Visit us on the web at www.dol.gov. GovDelivery, Inc. sending on behalf of the United States Department of Labor · Frances Perkins Building · 200 Constitution Avenue NW · Washington DC 20210 · 1-800-439-1420
Re: [NPSO]: Question from state re incentives
National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- Any one out there have experience with the question Kay poses? On 1/16/09 7:49 AM, Liz Getzel lget...@vcu.edu wrote: National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- Hi Jane, The incentive discussion has been very interesting. I have been wondering for some time now if any states (school districts) are reaching kids through Facebook and if so, what policies have they developed, etc. Thanks. Liz Jane Falls wrote: A fellow state is asking a question: We are wanting to start offering incentives to participants who take part in our Indicator 14 survey. Can you tell me what some other states are offering? We were thinking $5 Sonic cards or Visa gift cards. Any ideas you have seen to be successful? Any help would be appreciated! If you have experiences related to this, please reply all and share your ideas! Thanks! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email
[NPSO]: Question from state re incentives
A fellow state is asking a question: We are wanting to start offering incentives to participants who take part in our Indicator 14 survey. Can you tell me what some other states are offering? We were thinking $5 Sonic cards or Visa gift cards. Any ideas you have seen to be successful? Any help would be appreciated! If you have experiences related to this, please reply all and share your ideas! Thanks! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
Re: [NPSO]: RE: Question from state re incentives
The state is asking if others provide incentives directly to students. As others respond, it would be helpful to know about incentives at any level: directly to students, families, teachers, or districts. Thanks all! This is a great way to learn what others are doing! Jane On 1/15/09 1:20 PM, Dennis, Lawrence lawrence.den...@ode.state.oh.us wrote: Jane: Is the individual talking about the school personnel or the individuals (students) who we are tying to get the information from? I am assuming that we are talking about students and some of our districts have used creative ways to gather the information, but I am not aware of offering any cash incentives to individual students. We also do not feel that in a large state that many districts will support this. Thanks. From: owner-npsos...@lists.uoregon.edu [mailto:owner-npsos...@lists.uoregon.edu] On Behalf Of Jane Falls Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2009 3:58 PM To: PSO CofP Subject: [NPSO]: Question from state re incentives A fellow state is asking a question: We are wanting to start offering incentives to participants who take part in our Indicator 14 survey. Can you tell me what some other states are offering? We were thinking $5 Sonic cards or Visa gift cards. Any ideas you have seen to be successful? Any help would be appreciated! If you have experiences related to this, please reply all and share your ideas! Thanks! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email PLEASE NOTE: This message and any response to it may constitute a public record, and therefore may be available upon request in accordance with Ohio public records law. (ORC 149.43) The Ohio Department of Education values your feedback as a customer. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey regarding the quality of service you received from our staff. Thank you in advance. http://www.ode.state.oh.us/cust_service_survey image.gif
[NPSO]: FW: REFERENCE POINTS: Vocational Rehabilitation Resources
I know many of you receive the excellent PACER Center Reference Points but thought the VR resources message worth repeating. And as a reminder, let me know if you would like us to review your Indicator 14 APR as you finalize it for Feb. 2, 2009 submission. Blessings for joy and peace this new year! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 jafa...@uoregon.edu http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email -- Forwarded Message From: referencepoi...@pacer.org Reply-To: ta...@pacer.org Date: Fri, 2 Jan 2009 14:20:22 -0600 To: ta...@pacer.org Conversation: REFERENCE POINTS: Vocational Rehabilitation Resources Subject: REFERENCE POINTS: Vocational Rehabilitation Resources REFERENCE POINTS is an activity of TATRA, a project of PACER Center REFERENCE POINTS: Vocational Rehabilitation Resources NEW REPORT ANALYZES FEDERAL AND STATE ORDER OF SELECTION POLICIES UNDER REHABILITATION ACT A report prepared by Robert Silverstein for the Institute for Community Inclusion analyzes federal and state policy frameworks regarding the order of selection under Title I of the Rehabilitation Act. The purpose of this analysis is to help inform policymakers and other stakeholders about the federal policy framework and state policies currently used by selected states for addressing order of selection policy when a state VR agency anticipates that it will not have sufficient fiscal and/or personnel resources to fully serve all individuals eligible for vocational rehabilitation services The report includes descriptions of state policy frameworks concerning the establishment, implementation, and administration of the order of selection. For more information, please see the report online at http://www.communityinclusion.org/article.php?article_id=252type=projectid =50 EMPLOYMENT RATES IN THE GENERAL POPULATION AND VR REHABILITATION RATES The Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program plays a critical role in assisting people with disabilities gaining integrated employment. In 2006, for instance, 48,876 people with intellectual or developmental disabilities (ID/DD) exited the VR program after receiving services, with 56% of those who received services finding jobs in integrated employment. The findings presented in this report show that a state's employment rate for the general population is a significant but not a strong predictor of how well a state VR agency does in assisting people with ID/DD finding integrated employment. This conclusion is important because it shows that an adverse labor market, within the limits described above, is not necessarily a barrier limiting the employment opportunities of people with ID/DD. http://www.communityinclusion.org/article.php?article_id=247 RSA'S QUICK TABLES The Rehabilitation Services Administration is pleased to announce the availability of Quick Tables on RSA's Management Information System (MIS). The Quick Tables provide information generated from grantee-submitted RSA forms and are available to all users. Passwords or user IDs are not necessary in order to access the information. The Quick Tables present data on national totals and averages, totals and averages by type of agency, and other data. To access this information, go to http://rsamis.ed.gov and click on Quick Tables, For more detailed information about how to run Quick Tables, please see the MIS Help file at http://www.ed.gov/rschstat/eval/rehab/rsamis/rsamis_help_pg7.html 2007 ANNUAL REVIEW REPORTS FOR STATE VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION AGENCIES The FY 2007 Annual Review Reports (ARRs) for all state vocational rehabilitation agencies have been published on RSA's MIS. To review the report go to http://rsamis.ed.gov and select Annual Review Reports FY 2007 from the menu. 2008 SECTION 107 RSA MONITORING REPORTS In September 2008, RSA published the FY 2008 Section 107 monitoring review reports on the vocational rehabilitation and independent living programs for twelve of the fourteen states monitored during FY 2008 (note that the reports for Oregon and Illinois will be published soon). The reports can be accessed at http://www.ed.gov/rschstat/eval/rehab/107-reports/2008/index.html * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * REFERENCE POINTS is administered by PACER Center http://www.PACER.org as a technical assistance activity of the TATRA Project. The TATRA Project is funded by the Rehabilitation Services Administration. To SUBSCRIBE to REFERENCE POINTS go to http://www.pacer.org/tatra/list/index.asp To UNSUBSCRIBE, please go directly to http://www.pacer.org/tatra/list/maildel.asp Readers are invited to send information about new resources on secondary education, transition and vocational rehabilitation topics to ta...@pacer.org. Reference Points received
[NPSO]: Dec. 2008 CofP Call and Indicator 14 APR resources
Greetings Post-School Outcomes colleagues, In the spirit of holiday giving and knowing how busy you are preparing for the APR submission, we have 3 gifts for you: * one extra hour: we are canceling our Dec. monthly call and will host our next call Jan. 14, 11 am PST. * reminder about our Indicator 14 APR tool entitled: ³Part B Indicator 14 APR Writing Suggestions and Examples (for February 2, 2009 Submission)² The purpose of this document is to provide States with suggestions and examples for completing Part B Indicator 14 in the Annual Progress Report (APR) due February 1, 2009 (FFY 2007). OSEP approved October 2008. Download at http://www.psocenter.org/sppapr.html * we can review and offer suggestions on your draft Indicator 14 APR, if you would find that helpful. All the very best to you this holiday time! From all of us at the National Post-School Outcomes Center Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 541-346-0354 [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: Question: Spanish version of post-school outcome
Hello post-school outcome colleagues, Do any of you have Spanish versions of your post-school outcomes surveys and/or information? If so, would you kindly ³respond all² and provide either a link or attachment. Thank you! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon 541-346-0354 [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: New Reports from NCWD/Youth
Hello fellow post-school outcomes colleagues, I know you are all deep in the throes of final Indicator 14 data collection and hope it is going well. We encourage you to use our Response Calculator and Data Display templates. These can be found at http://www.psocenter.org/analysis.html Also as you consider improvement strategies you may find the following helpful. As always, we welcome your questions! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon 541-346-0354 [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email -- Forwarded Message From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 11:40:48 -0500 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Conversation: REFERENCE POINTS: New Reports from NCWD/Youth Subject: REFERENCE POINTS: New Reports from NCWD/Youth REFERENCE POINTS is an activity of TATRA, a project of PACER Center REFERENCE POINTS: New Report from NCWD/Youth PREPARING ALL YOUTH FOR ACADEMIC AND CAREER READINESS: IMPLICATIONS FOR HIGH SCHOOL POLICY AND PRACTICE This paper identifies the challenges in practice and policy for successful post-school outcomes and it offers recommendations on how states, local school districts, and individual high schools can prepare all youth, including youth with disabilities, with academic and career readiness skills. Based on two symposia and a year-long research effort, this paper identifies five broad policy and practice areas: (1) Instruction, Curriculum and Structure; (2) Assessment Practices; (3) Graduation Requirements; (4) Community and Family Connections; and (5) Data Quality Challenges. The paper suggests that by addressing these areas, a range of high school policy makers at the national, state, and local levels can improve their approaches for meeting the multiple and complex challenges of all their students. The paper can be found at http://www.ncwd-youth.info/resources__Publications/background.php#academic_ and_career_readiness * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * REFERENCE POINTS is administered by PACER Center http://www.PACER.org as a technical assistance activity of the TATRA Project. The TATRA Project is funded by the Rehabilitation Services Administration. To SUBSCRIBE to REFERENCE POINTS go to http://www.pacer.org/tatra/list/index.asp To UNSUBSCRIBE, please go directly to http://www.pacer.org/tatra/list/maildel.asp Readers are invited to send information about new resources on secondary education, transition and vocational rehabilitation topics to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reference Points received initial support from the National Center on Secondary Education and Transition http://www.ncset.org/. Visit their web site for a wealth of information related to secondary education and transition for youth with disabilities. Note: There are no copyright restrictions on this document. However, please credit the source and support of federal funds when copying all or part of this material. -- End of Forwarded Message image.gif
[NPSO]: FW: NPR Transition News Story
Our colleague from Ohio sends this. It is a great example of success! Enjoy and share. Thank you, John for passing it along! Jane This is an outstanding NPR news article about Roger, an 18 year old student with autism, ADHD, and chronic depression, who is entering the University of Wisconsin as a freshman this month. His mother and his family provided and are providing all sorts of supports for him, and now he will be basically on his own - a great example of how secondary transition can work for students with disabilities. Please send it on to colleagues who would find it useful. You can down load and listen to the pod cast if you like. http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=94429083 Thanks, John John D. Magee Consultant, Office for Exceptional Children Ohio Department of Education 25 South Front St., Mail Stop 205 Columbus, OH 43215 Office: 614-728-1115 Cell: 937-430-9360 email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] PLEASE NOTE: This message and any response to it may constitute a public record, and therefore may be available upon request in accordance with Ohio public records law. (ORC 149.43) The Ohio Department of Education values your feedback as a customer. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey regarding the quality of service you received from our staff. Thank you in advance. http://www.ode.state.oh.us/cust_service_survey -- End of Forwarded Message image.jpg
[NPSO]: NPSO Monthly call/webinar: Sept. 10, 2008
Please join our Monthly Teleconference/Webinar September 10, 2008 8:00-9:00 a.m. HI 10:00-11:00 a.m. AK 11:00-12:00 p.m. PT 12:00-1:00 p.m. MT 1:00-2:00 p.m. CT 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET Topic: Introduce new NPSO tools Presenters: Robert Shepherd, SUNY and NPSO staff PRIOR TO THE WEBINAR: * We will use both teleconference and web conferencing to demonstrate several tools * Before the call, please test your browser at: http://www.gatherplace.net/gp/test.jsp * Click on See My Test Results A FEW MINUTES BEFORE THE WEBINAR: * DIAL 1-888-387-8686 on your phone. You will be prompted for a room number: 346-5641# * OPEN: http://www.gatherplace.net * Click on Join a Session * Type in the access code: 1429771 and your name and email address. * Uncheck the Advanced Features checkbox and then click Join. AGENDA: * Welcome and Introductions * Demonstrate SPP/APR Calendar, specifically ³Investigative Questions² and resources related to Indicator 14 http://spp-apr-calendar.rrfcnetwork.org/ * Review Indicator 14 Activity Timeline http://www.psocenter.org/tools_and_products.html * Encourage use of NPSO Response Calculator http://www.psocenter.org/analysis.html * Demonstrate State Data Display Template and Instructions and District-by-District Post School Outcomes Table and Instructions http://www.psocenter.org/analysis.html * Description of coming Trend Data Display Tool and Indicator 14 APR Writing Suggestions * Next call date Oct. 8 We look forward to talking with you next week! Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon 541-346-0354 http://www.psocenter.org -- End of Forwarded Message image.gif
[NPSO]: FW: NSTTAC-Developed Training Materials (examples and nonexamples) for Indicator 13
I know all states are providing training related to improving transition planning in the IEP. Check out the NSTTAC materials! Blessing for a great end of summer! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon 541-346-0354 [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email -- Forwarded Message From: Parkhill, Florence [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Parkhill, Florence [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:04:07 -0400 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Conversation: NSTTAC-Developed Training Materials (examples and nonexamples) for Indicator 13 Subject: NSTTAC-Developed Training Materials (examples and nonexamples) for Indicator 13 The NSTTAC-developed training materials (examples and nonexamples) for Indicator 13 are now available as a web-based document. Please click http://www.nsttac.org/tm_materials/Default.aspx to access the NSTTAC I-13 checklist linked to training materials or go to www.nsttac.org http://www.nsttac.org and click on Indicator 13 and then Training Materials. We welcome your feedback on this version of the materials. -- End of Forwarded Message image.gif
[NPSO]: FYI: Longitudinal Data Grants available
FYI Many of you have talked about ways to link your educational (and other agency) data bases so I want to alert you to a grant program. Check out http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2008/pdf/E8-14534.pdf This June 26, 2008 Federal Register includes an Institute of Education Sciences RFP for states to develop statewide longitudinal data systems. The purpose is to develop statewide longitudinal data systems and promote the generation and accurate and timely use of data that are needed to: (1) comply with the ESEA and other reporting requirements, and (2) facilitate analyses and research to improve student academic achievement and close achievement gaps. Applications are due September 25, 2008; the grant period is 2-5 years; estimated size of awards ranges from $3-9 million. Estimated number of awards: The President has requested $100 million for this program for FY 09 and intends to make available $94 million for new statewide longitudinal data systems grant awards. The IES is inviting applications so it will be prepared to make awards once the final appropriations bill is enacted (this may not happen until we have a new president.) The number of grants to be awarded is dependent upon quality of applications submitted. I hope your summers are off to a good start! Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon 541-346-0354 phone 541-34-0322 fax http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: FW: DQC Webinar to Review Proposed FERPA Amendments
Hi All, we just learned about this seminar for tomorrow, Ap. 23 (read on for the details). Thank you, Judy for sharing the info. We encourage you and your state colleagues to participate. Jane Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon 541-346-0354 phone 541-34-0322 fax http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email Jane..you may want to share this with WA FERPA webinarupcoming changes Judy L. Shanley, Ph.D. Education Program Specialist U.S. Department of Education Office of Special Education Programs 550 12th St., SW, 4th floor Washington, DC 20202-2600 202-245-6538 (V) 202-245-7619 (Fax) 202-205-5637 (TTY) [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: Erica Wiggins [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Nancy Smith Sent: Friday, April 18, 2008 10:37 AM To: Erica Wiggins Subject: DQC Webinar to Review Proposed FERPA Amendments The Data Quality Campaign will host a webinar to review our interpretations and comments about the proposed FERPA amendments. The meeting will be hosted by Steve Winnick and Tom Lindsley. Please join us to hear the perspective from DQC partners and share your insights, suggestions and questions with others across the country. Webinar Call-in information for participants: 1-866-642-1665 Participant code: 4554503 Wed, April 23rd, 3:30 eastern/2:30 central/12:30 pacific http://connectpro43057029.acrobat.com/r59068453/ http://connectpro43057029.acrobat.com/r59068453/ There is a limit of 100 people per webinar, but we will record it and post it on our website for viewing by people who are unable to participate. In addition, the PowerPoint and other documents prepared by the DQC about this topic can be found at www.dataqualitycampaign.org/policy_implication/ http://www.dataqualitycampaign.org/policy_implication/ . An initial synopsis can also be found in our latest newsletter at http://www.dataqualitycampaign.org/files/Publications-Newsletter_Apr08.pdf. Regards, Nancy _ Nancy J. Smith, Ph.D. Deputy Director, Data Quality Campaign p: 512-320-1888 f: 512-320-1877 c: 512-636-6373 www.DataQualityCampaign.org http://www.DataQualityCampaign.org -- End of Forwarded Message image.gifimage.jpg
[NPSO]: FW: New Resources Offered by the National High School Center
FYI -- Forwarded Message From: National High School Center [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2008 12:22:11 -0500 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: New Resources Offered by the National High School Center http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1027506038msgid=5037923act=5IV Cc=51677admin=0destination=http://www.betterhighschools.org February 2008 Welcome The National High School Center would like to share its latest resources and news on critical high school-related topics! In This Issue In this issue of E-News for Better High Schools, readers will gain access to our latest publications featuring dropout prevention, transitions out of high school, and state systems of support; and will learn about the National High School Center's recent Advisory Board meeting. What¹s New: Tools and Resources Since our last edition, the National High School Center has released: Approaches to Dropout Prevention: Heeding Early Warning Signs With Appropriate Interventions http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1027506038msgid=5037923act=5IVC c=51677admin=0destination=http://www.betterhighschools.org/docs/NHSC_Appr oachestoDropoutPrevention.pdf This report outlines steps that schools can take to identify at-risk students and provide the necessary support systems and relevant interventions to assist students in obtaining a high school diploma. Further, the report discusses the use of early warning data systems to target interventions for groups and individual students, offers a variety of best practice approaches undertaken by higher-performing high schools, and presents effective programs that are currently being implemented to stem the dropout problem. High School Dropout: A Quick Stats Fact Sheet http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1027506038msgid=5037923act=5IVC c=51677admin=0destination=http://www.betterhighschools.org/docs/NHSC_Drop outFactSheet.pdf This fact sheet highlights the problem of dropout prevention facing America¹s high schools today. It provides information on the students most likely to drop out, and examines the impact of dropouts on crime, the economy, personal incomes, and employment. Transitioning Out of High School: A Quick Stats Fact Sheet http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1027506038msgid=5037923act=5IVC c=51677admin=0destination=http://www.betterhighschools.org/docs/NHSC_Tran sitionsOutFactSheet.pdf This fact sheet provides statistics describing the current status of high school graduates' readiness for life after high school. It highlights some of the challenges and opportunities facing high school students after graduation, as well as some of the consequences and implications for America¹s underprepared graduates. State-Level High School Improvement Systems Checklist http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1027506038msgid=5037923act=5IVC c=51677admin=0destination=http://www.betterhighschools.org/docs/StateLeve lHSImprovSystemsChecklist_102307.pdf This checklist can be used to assess where states are in terms of using existing support and guidance mechanisms, and reconfirming and/or creating new structures to leverage system change for high school improvement. The elements listed in the checklist may be helpful in establishing or refining state education planning and implementation processes. National High School Center Brochure http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1027506038msgid=5037923act=5IVC c=51677admin=0destination=http://www.betterhighschools.org/pubs/documents /NHSCBrochure11-27-2007.pdf This updated brochure provides an informative and concise overview of the National High School Center. National High School Center Convenes Advisory Board On January 28, 2008, the National High School Center¹s Advisory Board http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1027506038msgid=5037923act=5IVC c=51677admin=0destination=http://www.betterhighschools.org/about/board.as p met in Washington, DC for its annual meeting. The Advisory Board meeting brought together senior leaders from national educational organizations and state representatives focusing on high school improvement across the nation. An area of discussion focused around Response to Intervention (RTI) and how it is defined in terms of serving general education and special education students. The National High School Center's publication, Meeting the Needs of Significantly Struggling Learners in High School: A Look at Approaches to Tiered Intervention http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1027506038msgid=5037923act=5IVC c=51677admin=0destination=http://www.betterhighschools.org/docs/NHSC_RTIB rief_08-02-07.pdf , served as a framework to guide the conversation, and provided insight on what RTI looks like at the high school level. Upcoming Conferences The National High School Center wants to keep you informed of upcoming conferences and events pertinent to your work. The High School Events Calendar http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1027506038msgid=5037923act=5IVC
[NPSO]: Oklahoma Job Announcement
National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- NPSO Community of Practice member, Kim Nickerson, from Oklahoma has asked that we share the following job announcement: Below you will find information about a vacancy at the Oklahoma DRS for an Education Consultant. This person will focus mainly on secondary transition and working with the VR/VS counselors with transition caseloads. The person will serve on the Oklahoma Transition Council and be the main point of contact at DRS for transition. If you can post it on your site or pass it along, I know DRS would appreciate it. Kim Nickerson, Associate State Director Special Education Services Oklahoma State Department of Education 2500 North Lincoln Boulevard, Room 412 OKC, OK 73105 PH 405-521-4876 Fax 405-522-2380 [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.sde.state.ok.us === From: Eric J. Perez Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2008 9:56 AM To: Syedah Islam Cc: Calvin L. Small; Diane I. Bowers Subject: Job Announcement #08-098, Education Consultant, Z16A 80500239 Hello Syedah, DRS Job Announcement #08-098 for an Education Consultant, Level A, Z16A has been re-announced from #08-055. The location is the State Office VR Administration and the PIN is 80500239. The beginning date is today, Wednesday, January 16, 2008 and the ending date is Until Filled. This announcement will be distributed to ALL SOURCES. This announcement may be accessed online through either OPM or the DRS Employee Compass websites: www.opm.state.ok.us Hold Ctrl + left click to follow this link http://compass/referencepoint/bulletinboard/default.aspx OR copy paste the following address to your browser address bar. http://compass/referencepoint/bulletinboard/default.aspx If you have any question please feel free to contact me, thank you Eric Perez Administrative Assistant II HR Department (405) 951-3465 -- End of Forwarded Message
[NPSO]: Reminder: NPSO Community of Practice Teleconference Nov. 27, 2008
Reminder We hope you will join the National Post-School Outcomes Center Community of Practice Teleconference November 27, 2007 8:00-9:00 a.m. HI 10:00-11:00 a.m. AK 11:00-12:00 p.m. PT 12:00-1:00 p.m. MT 1:00-2:00 p.m. CT 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET To access the call: Dial 1-888-387-8686. You will be prompted for a room number: 346-5641#. You must enter the # key at the end of the number to enter the call. Modified TOPIC: NPSO Indicator 14 Clarification and Suggestions * Measurement calculation * Target setting * Two sets of Improvement Activities Round Robin State Sharing: * How does your baseline data look? * How representative is your respondent group to your target group? * How are you working with stakeholders to set targets and identify improvement activities? These calls provide an opportunity to learn with and from one another! We look forward to talking with you all! Save these dates for future PSO Community of Practice Teleconferences: December 11, 2007 Reporting Template January 29, 2008 Contractors February 26, 2008 Looking ahead what have we learned? Jane Falls, Coordinator National Post-School Outcomes Center 1268 University of Oregon 541-346-0354 http://www.psocenter.org Learn about NPSO products, services and events plus connect other state experts! Subscribe to our NPSO list at http://www.psocenter.org/cofp.html#email image.gif
[NPSO]: FW: Evidence-Based Practices in Secondary Transition
-- Forwarded Message From: Parkhill, Florence [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Parkhill, Florence [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 23 Oct 2007 12:54:25 -0400 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Conversation: Evidence-Based Practices in Secondary Transition Subject: Evidence-Based Practices in Secondary Transition NSTTAC has posted resources regarding Evidence-Based Practices in secondary transition at http://www.nsttac.org/?FileName=evidence_based_practices. There you will find practice descriptions and links to research to practice lesson plan starters, organized by the Taxonomy for Transition Programming. This is the first posting of resources from an ongoing literature review. We will continue to post updates bi-monthly as we identify additional evidence-based practices in the literature. -- End of Forwarded Message
Re: [NPSO]: FW: Evidence-Based Practices in Secondary Transition
Humm, curious. Try cutting and pasting the url http://www.nsttac.org/?FileName=evidence_based_practices On 11/8/07 10:25 AM, Bassett, Diane [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sorry, the link won¹t open. Diane S. Bassett, Ph.D. Professor and Coordinator, Generalist Program School of Special Education McKee 29 Campus Box 141 Greeley, 80639 970-351-1648 (office) 970-351-1061 (fax) [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jane Falls Sent: Thursday, November 08, 2007 10:48 AM To: PSO CofP Subject: [NPSO]: FW: Evidence-Based Practices in Secondary Transition -- Forwarded Message From: Parkhill, Florence [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Parkhill, Florence [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 23 Oct 2007 12:54:25 -0400 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Conversation: Evidence-Based Practices in Secondary Transition Subject: Evidence-Based Practices in Secondary Transition NSTTAC has posted resources regarding Evidence-Based Practices in secondary transition at http://www.nsttac.org/?FileName=evidence_based_practices. There you will find practice descriptions and links to research to practice lesson plan starters, organized by the Taxonomy for Transition Programming. This is the first posting of resources from an ongoing literature review. We will continue to post updates bi-monthly as we identify additional evidence-based practices in the literature. -- End of Forwarded Message
[NPSO]: FW: OSEP-approved Indicator 13 Training Materials
Many of you may have already seen this. If so, sorry for the duplicate. Looks like very helpful tools. -- Forwarded Message From: Parkhill, Florence [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Parkhill, Florence [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 3 Oct 2007 18:26:59 -0400 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Conversation: OSEP-approved Indicator 13 Training Materials Subject: OSEP-approved Indicator 13 Training Materials The OSEP-approved Indicator 13 training materials (examples and non-examples) are available at www.nsttac.org http://www.nsttac.org by clicking on Training Materials in the Indicator 13 box or linking here: http://www.nsttac.org/?FileName=examples_i13_checklist. Please follow the instructions provided to properly download and access the interactive checklist. We look forward to your feedback on the utility of these materials and the accompanying case studies. A fully web-based version of the materials is also in development. -- End of Forwarded Message
[NPSO]: Retract: NPSO Dates to Remember 8/07
Please disregard this message. Sorry for the error! On 9/26/07 1:14 PM, Penny Church [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Jane, I modified the NPSO Dates to Remember file to reflect the two new columns and information we talked about. I added the dates for next two C of P teleconferences. I set the page set up to ³landscape² in order to accommodate the new width. Please take a look and let me know whether further changes are necessary. Best, Penny
[NPSO]: National High School Center e-news again
If you are still having trouble linking, go to http://www.betterhighschools.org/news/enewsSeptember07.html For the National High School Center online e-news Have a great weekend. Jane -- Forwarded Message From: National High School Center [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 7 Sep 2007 11:47:07 -0400 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: New Resources Offered by the National High School Center http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1029456220msgid=4942263act=ETE Vc=51677admin=0destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.betterhighschools.org September 2007 Welcome As the ³Back to School² season gets underway, the National High School Center would like to share its latest resources on critical high school-related topics. We wish you the best as you begin another academic year! In This Issue This edition of E-News for Better High Schools highlights publications featuring dropout prevention, Response to Intervention (RTI), transitions into high school, and dual enrollment. Additionally, access to the video presentations, PowerPoint slides, and resources from the National High School Center¹s Summer Institute are now available free of charge on our Web site http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1029456220msgid=4942263act=ETEV c=51677admin=0destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.betterhighschools.org . What¹s New: Tools and Resources New publications recently released by the National High School Center include: State Approaches to More Reliable and Uniform Dropout and Graduation Data http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1029456220msgid=4942263act=ETEV c=51677admin=0destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.betterhighschools.org%2Fdocs%2 FNHSC_GradRatesvsDropoutRates_August2007.pdf This issue brief outlines the immediate need for more accurate dropout and graduation data, while providing a snapshot of work currently underway. By drawing on two prominent methods for calculating graduation rates, the National Governors Association¹s endorsed longitudinal approach and the Averaged Freshman Graduation Rate (AFGR), this brief outlines how data are needed to track dropout trends and patterns, as well as how to direct resources and more effective strategies to ensure more students receive a high school diploma. This brief concludes by offering take-aways for states. Meeting the Needs of Significantly Struggling Learners in High School: A Look at Approaches to Tiered Intervention http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1029456220msgid=4942263act=ETEV c=51677admin=0destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.betterhighschools.org%2Fdocs%2 FNHSC_RTIBrief_08-02-07.pdf This report provides an in-depth look at the implementation and structural issues, as well as the needed support required to successfully institute Response to Intervention (RTI) at the secondary school level. It defines the RTI models, explores benefits and challenges faced at the high school level, shares a snapshot of implementation at the high school level, and outlines the necessary resources needed to support this work. Easing the Transition to High School: Research and Best Practices Designed to Support High School Learning http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1029456220msgid=4942263act=ETEV c=51677admin=0destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.betterhighschools.org%2Fdocs%2 FNHSC_TransitionsReport.pdf This toolkit provides four resources (fact sheet, policy brief, issue brief, and snapshot) produced by the National High School Center on transitions into high school. Dropout Prevention for Students With Disabilities: A Critical Issue for State Education Agencies http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1029456220msgid=4942263act=ETEV c=51677admin=0destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.betterhighschools.org%2Fdocs%2 FNHSC_DropoutPrevention_052507.pdf This issue brief provides guidance to states as they respond to requirements presented in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA 2004) in the area of dropout prevention for students with disabilities. It also highlights the role of State Performance Plans as starting points for states to develop data collection and monitoring procedures, and supplies states with considerations and recommendations for providing a consistent method of tracking dropout data. Findings from the Early College High School Initiative: A Look at Best Practices and Lessons Learned Regarding a Dual Enrollment Program http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1029456220msgid=4942263act=ETEV c=51677admin=0destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.betterhighschools.org%2Fdocs%2 FNHSC_EarlyCollegeHighSchool_032107.pdf This research brief on the Early College High School Initiative (ECHSI), a dual enrollment program developed by the Bill Melinda Gates Foundation, examines lessons learned and best practices gleaned from the ³Early College High School Initiative 2003-2005 Evaluation Report.² These findings help inform those interested in developing or implementing dual enrollment programs as a strategy to accelerate learning and help bridge transitions after
Re: [NPSO]: FW: Legal Issues and Transition Services
National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- I leave Tuesday morning. In the meantime, I have a few things to take care of! Enjoy the break. Too bad about the Ducks today! On 3/25/07 5:16 PM, Mike Bullis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- I though you were on break -- go see your Dad Jane Falls wrote: FYI
Re: [NPSO]: question about one year out
This is a great example of the community sharing and learning from one another! Thanks all for participating by posing questions and responding. I hope you¹ve all had a chance to catch your breaths after submitting the SPP/APRs last week. Have a peace filled weekend! Jane From: Spain, Jayne [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: npsoserv@lists.uoregon.edu Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2007 15:38:24 -0600 To: npsoserv@lists.uoregon.edu, npsoserv@lists.uoregon.edu Conversation: [NPSO]: question about one year out Subject: RE: [NPSO]: question about one year out This is what Minnesota does as well! Jayne Spain Minnesota Department of Education 1500 Highway 36 West Roseville, Minnesota 55113 Transition Specialist 651-582-8515 [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Harrison, Beth Sent: Fri 2/9/2007 8:57 AM To: npsoserv@lists.uoregon.edu Subject: RE: [NPSO]: question about one year out National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- Thanks, Mary. That is what I think we will do, also. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 9:25 AM To: npsoserv@lists.uoregon.edu Subject: RE: [NPSO]: question about one year out National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- Hi Beth, We have collected interview data from April through June in the past survey years, and plan to continue in that time frame. As Bob mentioned, this will give us time to compile and report statewide data. Mary Original Message: - From: Harrison, Beth [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 14:59:41 -0500 To: npsoserv@lists.uoregon.edu Subject: RE: [NPSO]: question about one year out Hello, Robert. We are thinking along those same lines. Thanks for your input! From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Shepherd Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2007 10:26 AM To: npsoserv@lists.uoregon.edu Subject: RE: [NPSO]: question about one year out New York State plans to interview from April 1 through June 30. No only does this help with the issues you describe, but it allows additional time to compile and report the survey data. Robert Shepherd PIAR at SUNY Potsdam New York From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Harrison, Beth Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 1:09 PM To: npsoserv@lists.uoregon.edu Subject: [NPSO]: question about one year out Hello, all. We are to collect post school outcome data on students who exited school in the spring of '06 beginning in April '07 and continuing through September, '07. How are states addressing the fact that outcomes for students interviewed at the beginning of that 6 month period may look very different from outcomes of students interviewed near the end of the 6 month window? For example, a potential respondent might well be enrolled in college in September, but not in April, or may have been enrolled in April but have dropped out by mid-Summer. Are any states voluntarily tightening the interview window? Thanks in advance! Beth M. Harrison, MRC Human Development Institute, University of Kentucky Coldstream Research Campus 1517 Bull Lea Road, #110 Lexington, Ky. 40511 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Telephone: 859-519-7375 Fax: 859-977-4054 mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mail2web.com - Microsoft(r) Exchange solutions from a leading provider - http://link.mail2web.com/Business/Exchange
[NPSO]: FW: REFERENCE POINTS: Post Secondary Resources
National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- FYI, some excellent post secondary resources! Enjoy. Jane -- Forwarded Message From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 5 Dec 2006 14:53:02 -0600 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Conversation: REFERENCE POINTS: Post Secondary Resources Subject: REFERENCE POINTS: Post Secondary Resources REFERENCE POINTS: Post Secondary Resources A NEW GUIDE FOR SUPPORTING FOSTER YOUTH'S POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION It's My Life: Postsecondary Education and Training, has been published by Casey Family Programs to help foster youth successfully prepare for and complete postsecondary education or training. Topics addressed include fostering high academic aspirations, long-term planning and preparation for postsecondary education, support in taking standardized tests, obtaining financial aid, and more. Two appendices provide information on Chafee programs for youth and recommended activities. http://www.casey.org/NR/rdonlyres/92960D67-DDA4-4E50-9E4F-D52315D55D45/746/Cas eyPostSecondaryGuide021306.pdf THE COLLEGE LADDER: LINKING SECONDARY AND POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION FOR SUCCESS FOR ALL STUDENTS This publication reviews 22 programs that provide opportunities for high school students to earn college-level credit or take college-level courses to determine their impact on a range of student outcomes, including credits earned during high school, performance on high school tests, high school graduation rates, college-going rates, college remediation, college grades, retention in college, and degree and job market attainment. http://www.aypf.org/projects/LuminaProjectonSPLOs.htm STUDENTS MUST PREPARE FOR COLLEGE BETTER, EARLIER A new policy brief from The Education Commission of the States High School Policy Center stresses the need for students to better prepare for college, by obtaining knowledge of college entrance requirements earlier and by preparing for college from the start of their high school careers. To read the brief, go to http://www.ecs.org/clearinghouse/70/37/7037.pdf DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS About 11.2 million college students, or more than half, received some form of financial aid from outside their families to help pay for their education, according to tabulations released recently by the U.S. Census Bureau. These tabulations, reported in Financing the Future: 2001 - 2002, provide information on the characteristics of postsecondary students and the costs and financing associated with their schooling during the 2001-2002 academic year. Data are presented on types of costs, patterns of financial aid received, the extent to which the aid covers costs and the characteristics of the institutions attended - all shown by students' demographic and socioeconomic characteristics. For more information go to http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/education/007383.htm l LUPUS INSPIRATION FOUNDATION The L.I.F.E Scholarship is awarded to one or more students. The award recipients will receive a minimum of award of $500.00. Each applicant must be diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus and working towards a degree with a minimum of six credits per semester at an accredited United States college or university and hold a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and be involved in at least one extracurricular activity. Applications are due December 16th, for more information go to http://lupusinspiration.tripod.com/lifescholarship/id10.html LUMINA FOUNDATION: HELPING PEOPLE ACHIEVE THEIR POTENTIAL This list of web resources that can help students and families develop a plan for success in pursuing education beyond high school from the Lumina Foundation and can be found at http://www.luminafoundation.org/grants/students_families.html NEW VISIONS COLLEGE PLANNING GUIDE It's never too early for a student to start thinking about what they are going to do after high school. The earlier they begin preparing for college and their dream career, the easier it will be for them to achieve their goals. A new college planning guide from Citigroup, News Corporation, and New Visions, a local education fund, include tips and tools for students and families to use in plotting their path toward a college education. This easy-to-read guide contains year-by-year checklists, timelines, myth debunkers, and other resources that can help inform and inspire families in navigating the college admissions and financial aid process. http://www.newvisions.org/teaching_learning/downloads/2006collegeguideweb.pdf POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION OPTIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES Exiting high school is an exciting and tense time. But when students with intellectual disabilities and their families think about what will happen next, they don't always consider college. This brief gives a rundown of current program options, barriers, and solutions for students with
[NPSO]: FW: NSTTAC Announcement regarding Indicator 13
FYI. Thank you to NSTTAC for making this available! Jane Falls, NPSO Center -- Forwarded Message From: Parkhill, Florence [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 1 Dec 2006 10:27:11 -0500 To: Fowler, Catherine [EMAIL PROTECTED] Conversation: NSTTAC Announcement regarding Indicator 13 Subject: NSTTAC Announcement regarding Indicator 13 Dear Secondary Transition Colleagues: NSTTAC is pleased to announce the availability of the OSEP approved Indicator 13 FAQ Indicator 13 FAQ http://www.nsttac.org/pdf/i13checklistqa.pdf . This document is based on questions from the field about both Indicator 13 and the NSTTAC Indicator 13 Checklist. We hope you find this document useful. If you have questions and/or comments please feel free to contact us at [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] or 704-687-8606. NSTTAC website: www.nsttac.org http://www.nsttac.org/ Indicator 13 FAQ: http://www.nsttac.org/pdf/i13checklistqa.pdf http://www.nsttac.org/pdf/i13checklistqa.pdf Catherine Fowler, Project Coordinator National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center UNC Charlotte Department of Special Education and Child Development, Room 301 9201 University City Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28223 704-687-8735 704-687-2916 (Fax) 704-687-6327 (TTY) [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- End of Forwarded Message image.gif Description: GIF image
Re: [NPSO]: FW: [Big-IDEAs] 6th Annual National Inclusive Schools Week: Dec 4-8, 2006
Thanks, Terry. Let's talk next week about state profile reminders. Please give me a call Mon 1:30-4 pm my time or 9-11 am Tues my time would be great. Blessings to you as well! Jane Jane Falls Project Coordinator 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 Phone: 541.346.0354 Fax: 541.346.0322 http://www.psocenter.org From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: npsoserv@lists.uoregon.edu Date: Wed, 22 Nov 2006 09:49:41 -0500 (EST) To: npsoserv@lists.uoregon.edu Subject: Re: [NPSO]: FW: [Big-IDEAs] 6th Annual National Inclusive Schools Week: Dec 4-8, 2006 National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- thanks Jane, I will pass it along to our senior staff. Best wishes for you as well for a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family and friends. Terry I thought you might be interested in sharing the following with colleagues. Note that this year¹s theme is: ³Charting an Inclusive Journey through School, Work, and Life: Successful Transition Planning for All Students² Thanksgiving blessings to each of you! Jane Jane Falls Project Coordinator 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 Phone: 541.346.0354 Fax: 541.346.0322 http://www.psocenter.org -- Forwarded Message From: Big IDEAs: Dropout Prevention Strategies [EMAIL PROTECTED] Organization: NDPC-SD Reply-To: Big IDEAs: Dropout Prevention Strategies [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 16 Nov 2006 15:56:18 -0500 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Big-IDEAs] 6th Annual National Inclusive Schools Week: Dec 4-8, 2006 The 6th Annual National Inclusive Schools Week, scheduled for December 4-8, 2006, highlights and celebrates the progress our nation's schools have made in using inclusive practices to ensure a quality education for an increasingly diverse student population, including students with disabilities, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, and English language learners. The National Dropout Prevention Center for Students with Disabilities is pleased to be a partner of the 2006 Week and invites you to celebrate and promote this year¹s celebration in your community. ³Charting an Inclusive Journey through School, Work, and Life: Successful Transition Planning for All Students² is the theme of this year¹s celebration. All studentsthose with or without disabilitieswill face several points of transition throughout their lives. Participantseducators, students, families, and community membersare encouraged to look at transition planning more broadly to include all students throughout their school careers and beyond. The 2006 Celebration Kit includes everything you will need to participate in the Week and resources that are useful all year long. The updated kit contains: * * planning tools and checklists * * * celebration ideas, activities, resources, and lesson plans focusing on disability issues, diversity, and community building * * * examples of how schools across the country celebrated in previous years * * * references and suggestions for adapting the celebration activities and events for children with disabilities * * * publications that speak to the benefits of inclusive schools * * * a helpful new resource focusing on this year¹s transition theme * * * materials to use to promote the Week and inclusive practices in your community Be sure to visit http://www.inclusiveschools.org https://webmail.edc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=;http://www.inclusivesch oo ls.org http://www.inclusiveschools.org to download a free kit. CD-ROM versions of the kit and printed booklets of the popular publication, ³Celebration Ideas: Activities and Resources for Schools, Classrooms, and Families,² are both available for purchase. Enhance your school community¹s celebration by distributing pencils, posters, and bumper stickers with the message ³Great things happen in inclusive schools.² To order these products, please visit, http://www.inclusiveschools.org/ordering_info.asp https://webmail.edc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=;http://www.inclusivesch oo ls.org/ordering_info.asp http://www.inclusiveschools.org/ordering_info.asp . As you make your celebration plans, please consider entering a poster or essay contest reflecting the message Great things happen in inclusive schools. Students and adults are invited to write an essay or create a poster that explores why inclusive schools are so important and how students of all abilities and cultural backgrounds contribute to their schools and communities in a positive way. Winner will receive gift certificates generously provided by Scholastic, the global children's publishing, education, and media company. Contest rules and entry forms are available at http://www.inclusiveschools.org/kit.asp#poster. https://webmail.edc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=;http://www.inclusivesch oo ls.org/kit.asp
[NPSO]: PSO community of practice 10/24/06 call notes and next call 11/28/06
Title: PSO community of practice 10/24/06 call notes and next call 11/28/06 Attached please find the October 24, 2006 teleconference notes. Thank you once again to our presenters from Texas and New York! Our next PSO Community of Practice Teleconference will be Tuesday Nov 28, 2006 Topic: Locating hard-to-find former students for follow-up data collection. Partners at the National Dropout Prevention Center for Students with Disabilities will present a draft product on this topic and solicit additional insights from you. 8:00-9:00 a.m. HI 10:00-11:00 a.m. AK 11:00-12:00 p.m. PST 12:00-1:00 p.m. MST 1:00-2:00 p.m. CST 2:00-3:00 p.m. EST Dial 1-888-387-8686. You will be prompted for a room number which is 346-5641# . You must enter the # key at the end of the number to enter the call. As always we invite you contact us with questions as you develop your post-school outcome data collection system and encourage you to visit http://www.psocenter.org/reporting.html for additional tools to assist you with your APR submission due February 1, 2007. You will find OSEP's updated APR instructions, measurement tables and templates on this page. Take care, Jane Jane Falls Project Coordinator 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 Phone: 541.346.0354 Fax: 541.346.0322 http://www.psocenter.org
[NPSO]: Update on IDEA regulations and SPP/APR
Title: Update on IDEA regulations and SPP/APR Greetings all, As you know the IDEA regulations were unofficially released late last week and are scheduled for official released release in the Federal Register on Monday, Aug. 14, 2006. Concurrent to the regulations release the SPP/APR materials have also been revised and are available on the Federal Resource Center website: http://www.rrfcnetwork.org/content/view/248/358/ Ruth Ryder hosted a teleconference Aug. 10 with all states to review these materials. I encourage you to review the Part B Instructions, Part B Measurement Table, related requirements, and SPP and APR templates. I draw your attention particularly to Indicator 14 on the part b meas table. Shaded information indicates change. The changes include extending the time for post-school data collection (now April to September) and instructions for states to define postsecondary school and competitive employment. NPSO worked with OSEP to suggest these changes based on feedback from states. Well continue to answer questions and support your efforts on this. Jane Jane Falls Project Coordinator 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 Phone: 541.346.0354 Fax: 541.346.0322 http://www.psocenter.org
[NPSO]: FW: REFERENCE POINTS: National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Posters are Available
National Post School Outcome Data Community of Practice -- One more forwarded resource. You may want to use this poster. Interesting this is one of the photos we use on our NPSO website and some products! Jane -- Forwarded Message From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 13 Jun 2006 15:58:02 -0500 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Conversation: REFERENCE POINTS: National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Posters are Available Subject: REFERENCE POINTS: National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Posters are Available REFERENCE POINTS: National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Posters are Available The 2006 NDEAM Poster is hot off the press. This year's poster features a young man with a developmental disability in an office position utilizing technology, and carries the theme, Americans with Disabilities: Ready for the Global Workforce. Here is a link to this poster that includes a version that can be downloaded as well and a full description http://www.dol.gov/odep/pubs/posters.htm To request copies, contact Carol Dunlap at [EMAIL PROTECTED] * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * REFERENCE POINTS, transition updates from the TATRA Project, features resources and information to help parent organizations, advocates and professionals better serve adolescents and young adults with disabilities, and their families. It is managed by PACER Center www.pacer.org as a joint technical assistance activity of the TATRA Project and the National Center on Secondary Education and Transition www.ncset.org Visit our web sites for access to a wealth of additional resources and information! To SUBSCRIBE to REFERENCE POINTS go to http://www.pacer.org/tatra/list/signup.asp To UNSUBSCRIBE, please go directly to http://www.pacer.org/tatra/list/maildel.asp Readers are invited to send information about new resources on secondary education, transition and vocational rehabilitation topics to [EMAIL PROTECTED] The National Center on Secondary Education and Transition is funded by and is a partner with the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs, cooperative agreement # H326J05. The TATRA Project is funded by the Rehabilitation Services Administration. Note: There are no copyright restrictions on this document. However, please credit the source and support of federal funds when copying all or part of this material. -- End of Forwarded Message
