About Wayne RESA Enhancing Education in Wayne County.

Come explore the concept of a fully inclusive library—one that meets the needs of all students, regardless of ability level. From emergent readers who are just beginning to hold a book and turn pages, to proficient readers who can independently navigate complex texts, a truly inclusive library creates a welcoming and supportive environment for every learner.We will explore how to bring Universal Design for Learning (UDL) into the library, offering multiple ways for students to interact with books—whether they learn best through seeing, hearing, or doing. Strategies to meet sensory needs, such as calming spaces with soft lighting and sensory-friendly materials that help students stay focused and engaged, will also be covered. Finally, we’ll explore how libraries can be hubs of inclusion, where diversity is celebrated and every student feels seen and supported.We hope you’ll leave this session feeling inspired and empowered to create a library that’s welcoming, engaging, and accessible for all your students—no matter their ability level.Objectives:Create an inclusive library environment that accommodates students with sensory, mobility, and cognitive needs through thoughtful design, flexible seating, and adaptive technology.Apply Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to offer diverse, accessible reading materials and support various learning styles, including visual, auditory, and kinesthetic.Develop strategies to celebrate diversity and support emergent readers using visual aids, guided reading sessions, and sensory-friendly spaces.

This course will delve into pupil accounting information specific to Fall Count. We will cover what Fall Count entails, how to gather and submit the necessary information, and the correct procedures for submitting paperwork to your auditor. Additionally, this course provides a valuable opportunity to network with fellow pupil accountants from Wayne County.This course will not cover specific student information system details.

Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is an evidence-based, practical, and proven suicide prevention training program. Suicide is the most common psychiatric emergency and a leading cause of death in America. By learning QPR, you will come to recognize the warning signs, clues, and suicidal communications of people in trouble and gain skills to act vigorously to persuade someone to get help, refer them to the appropriate resource, and prevent a possible tragedy. QPR is an emergency response to someone in a suicidal crisis. Early recognition of warning signs and early intervention with early professional assessment and care can save lives.Participants must use a computer or tablet with a working camera and microphone; audio and video must stay on with each participant's face visible for the entire session.

This session will offer MTSS leaders the opportunity to utilize research-based tools to evaluate their district's current MTSS practices and models. Participants will learn how to leverage research to enhance MTSS implementation within their local district.

The content below is intended to deepen participants' knowledge of the skills and dispositions needed to effectively lead learning through coaching, consulting, and facilitating adult thinking. Participants will learn strategies, processes, and protocols while developing shared knowledge and skills. The sessions are designed to engage in learning and apply the content to authentic environments and contexts. The follow-up small group and one-on-one coaching will be utilized to differentiate supports and address various needs.OUTCOMES• Understand ways to enhance communication through intentional interactions.• Explore frameworks and processes for feedback conversations.• Experience various ways to support adult learning while balancing support and accountability.

This introductory course provides newly appointed Homeless Liaisons with a comprehensive overview of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and its impact on students experiencing homelessness. Participants will build a foundational understanding of the law’s requirements, including eligibility determination, identification strategies, immediate enrollment, school stability and transportation, dispute resolution, and the removal of barriers to academic success.The session will clarify the role and responsibilities of the district Homeless Liaison, outline required policies and procedures, provide practical tools to ensure compliance with federal and state guidance and inform participants of the supports available as a Wayne County McKinney-Vento Consortium member. Real-world scenarios and implementation examples will help participants apply legal requirements in everyday situations.

This introductory course equips newly designated Foster Care Liaisons with a comprehensive overview of federal and state requirements supporting students in out-of-home care under the Every Student Succeeds Act. Participants will develop a clear understanding of educational stability protections for students in foster care, including school of origin rights, best interest determinations, transportation procedures, immediate enrollment, and records transfer requirements.The training will clarify the role and responsibilities of the district Foster Care Liaison, including collaboration with child welfare partners, participation in best interest meetings, and maintaining required documentation. Practical guidance, sample procedures, and real-world scenarios will help participants apply legal requirements in daily practice.By the conclusion of this session, new liaisons will have the foundational knowledge, tools, and confidence necessary to ensure compliance and to promote educational continuity, stability, and success for students in foster care.

Providers will learn how to complete ledgers for the GSRP Main Operations and Transportation Grants.

This professional learning series aims to elevate the knowledge of educational leaders and school teams in comprehending the foundational principles of thriving, adaptable schools that prioritize the well-being of staff, students, and families. Participants will deepen their understanding of brain research and adverse childhood experiences, in order to create an educational environment rooted in resilience and relationships for all members of the school community. Through structured sessions, school leaders and educator teams will assess existing practices, pinpoint areas necessitating improvement, and enact changes directly influencing academic performance, attendance, as well as the overall climate and culture within their school and district.

Wayne RESA’s Special Education New Teacher Academy will provide quality professional development experiences to enhance your professional growth and knowledge base with special education practices, issues, procedures, and forms. At the same time, it will help you meet the state-required hours of professional development you need to attain in your first three years of teaching. Participants must be first- and second-year teachers currently working in a Wayne County LEA/PSA special education classroom.

Wayne RESA’s Special Education New Teacher Academy will provide quality professional development experiences to enhance your professional growth and knowledge base with special education practices, issues, procedures, and forms. At the same time, it will help you meet the state-required hours of professional development you need to attain in your first three years of teaching. Participants must be first- and second-year teachers currently working in a Wayne County LEA/PSA special education classroom.

In early intervention, play is the primary vehicle for learning, and communication is the foundation of the family bond. This session focuses on how Assistive Technology (AT) can level the playing field for toddlers with significant needs. Participants will explore how AT supports play and why 'active participation' is vital for early brain development. We will dive into various access methods - including the use of switches, mounting, and positioning - to ensure every child can interact with their environment regardless of motor challenges. We will review specific tools available through the Wayne Assistive Technology Team (WATT), demonstrate how to navigate the loan process, and master the logistical side of AT: documenting tools in the IFSP and leveraging them to support a seamless transition from Part C to Part B.