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New Posts from TTAC ODU

The ABCs of HLPs

In a field of ever-changing acronyms, how do educators know which techniques to use and how to implement them effectively?...

Looking for a Few Good Books?

Participating in literacy and reading activities is an important part of life.  Through reading we learn academic content as well as having access to the joy of leisure reading.  One strategy to improve reading skills...

Fun & Simple Ways to Celebrate Reading Month in PreK

March is National Reading Month in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday. Whether you’re out grocery shopping, cooking dinner, driving around in your car, or reading a book, literacy is everywhere!...

Autism Library Favorites: Explore Our Top Reads & Suggest What’s Next

Did you know we have a section in our TTAC-ODU Library dedicated to autism?...

Multisensory Instruction + Free VESOL Lesson Plans

Have you ever smelled something that instantly took you back to another time or place? Perhaps you have tasted a particular food, felt a texture, or heard a song that brought back distant, but powerful memories... 

Transforming Classroom Challenges into Opportunities for Growth

There are few careers that have a bigger impact than teaching, however, it does not come without challenges. In our recent Friday 5 blog series, we dive into five impactful approaches...

Mapping HLP #1 to VLA

As special educators across Virginia aim to meet the diverse needs of students, the intersection of high-leverage practices (HLPs) and legislative requirements is more important than ever. One critical alignment that stands out is...

Leading Literacy Support through a MTSS Framework

Looking for a systematic approach to supporting literacy in your division or school that aligns with the requirements of VLA and doesn’t feel like “one more thing”?...

Professional Learning

Chronic Absenteeism

Online | Self-Paced

Chronic Absenteeism is a 6-part series that covers the definitions, contextual information, use of data, and the capacity building, engagement, and partnerships needed to successfully address chronic absenteeism. Funded by VDOE/School Social Work and School Psychologist Symposium /Chronic Absenteeism Modules; award # 876‐DOE87052‐H027A180107

Conducting Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team Meetings When Members Disagree

Parent participation and teamwork are fundamental to special education. Parent feedback is a necessity in ensuring that a student is receiving a free appropriate public education. However, team participants do not always agree and conflict is a natural occurrence in team dynamics. Recognizing that conflict will happen, but that a healthy relationship between all members is in the best interest of the student, VDOE created these resources to support IEP teams navigate conflict successfully.