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Pasadena ISD Special Services Institute Summer 2025
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Wednesday, June 18
 

8:00am CDT

From Telling to Teaching: Get More of What You Expect LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
No matter your role, you always have the responsibility of coaching others to higher levels. We set expectations and when we move from telling to teaching, we increase the probability of meeting those expectations. This session will provide you an overview of skills and methods to maximize your teaching influence.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Kaemmer

Michael Kaemmer

Specialist Behav Resp Team, Pasadena ISD
avatar for Amany Khalil

Amany Khalil

Coordinator Behavior Response, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
1830

8:00am CDT

Magic School AI LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
Understanding the process for participating in community based instruction, determing where to go and how to prepare . This sessions will be hands-on. Please bring your computer.
Speakers
avatar for Anita Francis

Anita Francis

SPED Program Specialist, Pasadena ISD
We appreciate our Sponsors!
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
1822

8:00am CDT

PISD District and Community Supports LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
Overview of district and community services available to general education and special needs students and families of PISD.  Informative session of support provided at campus level, district level and specific resources in community that assist the psychosocial needs of children and youth.  Session will highlight resources in health, mental health, social and long-term services.
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
1849

8:00am CDT

Progress Monitoring LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
Learn the importance of progress monitoring and how to effectively do it.
Speakers
JP

Jeremy Purvis

Coordinator, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
1843

8:00am CDT

Ratio of Positive Interactions LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
This course will address the importance of the ratio of positive interactions with students and provide examples of how to implement them in the classroom in an authentic way.
Speakers
avatar for Shanda Karow

Shanda Karow

Behavior Response Specialist
CG

Christina Garcia

Behavior Response Team Specialist, PasadenaISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
1826

8:00am CDT

Skill vs. Task LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
Using task analysis to gain a better understanding of writing “task- based” goals versus “skill based” goals, and using that to drive better outcomes for students.
Speakers
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
1835

8:00am CDT

Untilizing Edmark and Touchmark Curriculum LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
Participants will gain understanding of how to utilize Edmark to teach sight words and comprehension with their students. Training on how to use Touchmath will be covered.
Speakers
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
1832

8:00am CDT

Creating Supportive Classrooms Using Trauma-Informed Practices LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CDT
This training explores the impact of trauma on student behavior, highlighting how adverse experiences shape emotional regulation, learning, and social interactions. Participants will gain insights into trauma-informed practices that foster a supportive classroom environment and promote resilience.
Speakers
avatar for Demetrius Scott

Demetrius Scott

Behavior Specialist, Pasadena ISD
For the past twenty plus years, I have focused on developing and honing my skills in learner centered instructional practices and client centered counseling services. My formal education in Administration of Justice (B.S.) and Counselor Education (M. Ed) and my experience as a special... Read More →
avatar for Sandra Thomas

Sandra Thomas

Specialist Behav Resp Team, Pasadena ISD
Sandra is a school psychologist and licensed professional counselor working as a district specialist on the Behavior Response Team. She recently finished her 14th year in education and loves serving the district's diverse student population. Her prior role in the district has been... Read More →
avatar for Tina Cardona

Tina Cardona

Specialist Behav Response Team, Pasadena ISD
Tina is a Behavior Specialist for the Behavior Response Team. She provides coaching, consultation and training on mental health, trauma informed practices, social-emotional learning and behavior interventions in the general education setting. She has extensive training and experience... Read More →
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CDT
1852

9:30am CDT

Behavior Intervention and Deescalation LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
Participants will learn functions of behavior, function based behavior interventions, and deescalation strategies applicable to all grade levels.
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
1849

9:30am CDT

Bridging the Gap: How Teachers Can Support Speech Therapy Amid a Growing Need LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
1830

9:30am CDT

Instructional Arrangement in the SUCCESS Classroom LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
Utilizing data and student goals to determine appropriate grouping and instruction in the SUCCESS classroom
Speakers
AB

Alicia Betros

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
1835

9:30am CDT

Mastering the Art of ARD Preparation LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
Participants will explore best practices for pre-ARD planning, data collection, legal compliance, effective communication strategies, and documentation. Through hands-on activities, real-world scenarios, and guided discussions, educators will learn how to proactively prepare for meetings, address concerns, and advocate for student needs while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations.
Speakers
JG

Johanna Guettler

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
1822

9:30am CDT

Social Thinking LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
Participants will be provided an introduction to this curriculum that can be used to teach social skills to students affected by autism and related disorders. Increased understanding for these students will promote their success in general education and beyond.
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
1832

9:30am CDT

The Who, What, When, Where, Why and How of IEP Implementation for the General Education Teacher LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
Participants will gain a basic understanding of IEP implementation within the General Education setting.
Speakers
AP

Alyson Posey

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
JH

Jodie Hernandez

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
1826

9:30am CDT

Walk-Throughs for Programs LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
Participants will learn "look fors" that indicate the true quality of instruction for students with special needs.
Speakers
avatar for Irene Everette

Irene Everette

Coordinator of Curriculum and Instruction, SPED, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
1843

12:30pm CDT

Accommodations and Modifications LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Understanding the basics of accommodations and modifications and how to make them work in your classroom
Speakers
avatar for Bethany Sullivan

Bethany Sullivan

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
1826

12:30pm CDT

Assistive Technology Training: Opening the Door for Complex Communicators LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Participants will engage in hands on activities to facilitate communication
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Mitchell

Lauren Mitchell

Speech Language Pathologist
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
1852

12:30pm CDT

Community Based Instruction: Where, How, Why LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Understanding the process for participating in community based instruction, determing where to go and how to prepare
Speakers
AB

Alicia Betros

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
1835

12:30pm CDT

Data Collection FILLING
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Learn to create data collection sheets that will generate actionable information.  Bring your fully charged laptop.
Speakers
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
1832

12:30pm CDT

Learning Styles of Autism LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Participants will leave with knowledge that allows them to understand why students with autism might behave the way that they do. They will learn how to utilize student's unique learning styles to help them learn most effectively.
Speakers
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
1822

12:30pm CDT

Maximize Learning with Unique Learning System and News-2-You LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
This comprehensive training is designed for special education program teachers, support staff and adminstrators to effectively implement Unique Learning System (ULS) and News-2-You in their classrooms.
Speakers
JG

Johanna Guettler

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
1843

12:30pm CDT

Progress Monitoring LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Learn the importance of progress monitoring and how to effectively do it.
Speakers
JP

Jeremy Purvis

Coordinator, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
1849

12:30pm CDT

Scaffolding Instruction: Maintaining Rigor While Supporting Struggling Learners LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Participants will gain an understanding of why we scaffold materisl, a variety of ways to scaffold material, and pifalls to avoid
Speakers
KH

Kathryn Higginbotham-Jones

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
KP

Kelly Pillow

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
1830

2:00pm CDT

Behavior Intervention and Deescalation LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Participants will learn functions of behavior, function based behavior interventions, and deescalation strategies applicable to all grade levels.
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
1852

2:00pm CDT

Behavior Problem Solving Method for Students with Autism LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Participants will learn to look at behavior through the lens of autism for students on the autism spectrum. They will leave with an understanding of how applying strategies that meet a students unique makeup will be more effective in helping students success behaviorally.
Speakers
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
1822

2:00pm CDT

Identifying Disabliity Impact and Designing Responsive Instruction FILLING
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Participants will learn how a student's disability impacts learning and access to the curriculum and how to translate that understanding into targeted instruction.
Speakers
avatar for Bianca Dregin

Bianca Dregin

SPED Instructional Specialist, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
1835

2:00pm CDT

Lending our Executive Functioning Skills to Struggling Students LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Participants will gain an understanding of executive functioning components and challenges, and ways to support executive functioning defecits
Speakers
KH

Kathryn Higginbotham-Jones

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
KP

Kelly Pillow

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
1830

2:00pm CDT

Microsoft Office Tips and Tricks LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Participants will learn tips and trick in Microsoft office that will increase effienciency. This sessions will be hands-on. Please bring your computer. 
Speakers
avatar for Anita Francis

Anita Francis

SPED Program Specialist, Pasadena ISD
We appreciate our Sponsors!
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
1843

2:00pm CDT

The Who, What, When, Where, Why and How of IEP Implementation for the General Education Teacher LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Participants will gain a basic understanding of IEP implementation within the General Education setting.
Speakers
AP

Alyson Posey

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
JH

Jodie Hernandez

Specialist, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
1826

2:00pm CDT

Walk-Throughs for Programs LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Participants will learn "look fors" that indicate the true quality of instruction for students with special needs.
Speakers
avatar for Irene Everette

Irene Everette

Coordinator of Curriculum and Instruction, SPED, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
1849

2:00pm CDT

Why Doesn't My Student Qualify? LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Reviewing the critiera and threshold for the markers that will determine if a child has a TEA disability condition or not.
Wednesday June 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
1832
 
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