Upcoming Events

Transition Workshop

SCOE: 5340 Skylane Boulevard, Santa Rosa, CA 95403

January 16th, 2026 - 1:00 pm

This training focuses on the development and writing of high-quality Individual Transition Plans (ITPs) within the IEP process. Participants will review the legal requirements for transition planning and learn how to use age-appropriate assessments to inform measurable postsecondary goals. The session emphasizes how to write clear, outcome-oriented goals in the areas of education/training, employment, and independent living, and how to align transition services and annual IEP goals to support those outcomes. Practical guidance, examples, and templates will be provided to strengthen the quality and compliance of ITPs, ensuring that they are student-centered, measurable, and actionable.

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DCN: How Paraprofessionals Can Support the Communication of Students Using Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Virtual Via Zoom

January 28th, 2026 - 1:30 pm

Are you a paraprofessional who works with students who use AAC? Ever wonder how you can help support your students' communication? Well, this is the training for you. We will start with an overview of AAC. Then we will dive deep into three research-based techniques to support communication. First, we will discuss augmented language input. What it is and why it is essential for your students. Next, we will talk about storybook interactions and how to get the most out of them. Finally, we look at how you can help with a shared writing activity. Plenty of examples and opportunities to practice will be provided.

Presenter(s)

Intended Audience

  • Para-educators
  • Teachers new to supporting students who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)

Participants Will

  • Describe augmentative and alternative communication - what it is and why it is important
  • Support students who use AAC with techniques such augmented language input, storybook interactions and shared writing

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DCN: Aligning Supports with Student Voices: ND-Affirming Behavior Assessments & BIPS for Intense Behavior

SCOE: 5340 Skylane Boulevard, Santa Rosa, CA 95403

January 29th, 2026 - 8:30 am

Intended Audience

  • Experienced School Personnel including:
  • BCBAs
  • School Psychologists
  • Special Education Teachers
  • Speech and Language Pathologists
  • School Administrators

This training provides a comprehensive, neurodivergent affirming approach to behavior assessment, determining the need for aide support, and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) writing for students with complex behavior needs. It will provide a more in-depth application for staff who already have foundational knowledge of behavior assessment and BIP writing. Participants will learn how to move beyond compliance-based models by conducting assessments that capture student voice, identify underlying needs, and develop meaningful supports. This training equips Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), teachers, administrators, school psychologists, and related service providers with strategies to assess behavior accurately, determine when and how to provide aide support without over-reliance, and write BIPs that foster independence and opportunities for inclusion.

Participants Will
  • Learn how to shift from compliance-based models to ND-affirming behavior assessments
  • Recognize how underlying factors such as anxiety, rigid thinking, and processing differences influence behavior
  • Explore ways to capture student voice and identify underlying needs in behavior assessments
  • Understand how to determine when and how to provide aide support while promoting independence
  • Discover strategies for writing meaningful, strengths-based BIPs that support inclusion

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Pyramid Model For ECSE

Virtual

February 3rd, 2026 - 2:00 pm

This is part 2 of a 4 part series. 

Sonoma SELPA proudly offers this 4-part series to learn about the Teaching Pyramid Model to support our young students' social-emotional learning and positive behavior supports.  Those who attend all four sessions will be entered in a raffle to win a complete Pyramid Model classroom kit.

Mon, 1/12, 2:00-4:00. In person (SCOE)

Tues, 2/3, 2:00-4:00. Virtual

Tues, 2/24, 2:00-4:00. Virtual

Mon, 3/16, 2:00-4:00. Virtual

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DCN: Integrating Phonemic Awareness into Speech and Language Intervention

Virtual Via Zoom

February 5th, 2026 - 1:30 pm

Intended Audience

  • Speech language pathologists
  • Administrators

We all know how important phonemic awareness is to the development of reading and writing skills. So many of our students with speech and language impairments are lacking in these skills. What is a busy SLP to do? How can we efficiently integrate phonemic awareness into our sessions to address these essential skills? This webinar will get you fired up to do just that!

Participants Will
  • Explain the importance of phonemic awareness in literacy acquisition
  • Provide engaging intervention that integrates speech, language, and phonemic awareness skills

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Pyramid Model For ECSE

Virtual

February 24th, 2026 - 2:00 pm

This is part 3 of a 4 part series. 

Sonoma SELPA proudly offers this 4-part series to learn about the Teaching Pyramid Model to support our young students' social-emotional learning and positive behavior supports.  Those who attend all four sessions will be entered in a raffle to win a complete Pyramid Model classroom kit.

Mon, 1/12, 2:00-4:00. In person (SCOE)

Tues, 2/3, 2:00-4:00. Virtual

Tues, 2/24, 2:00-4:00. Virtual

Mon, 3/16, 2:00-4:00. Virtual

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Pyramid Model for ECSE

Virtual

March 16th, 2026 - 2:00 pm

This is part 4 of a 4 part series. 

Sonoma SELPA proudly offers this 4-part series to learn about the Teaching Pyramid Model to support our young students' social-emotional learning and positive behavior supports.  Those who attend all four sessions will be entered in a raffle to win a complete Pyramid Model classroom kit.

Mon, 1/12, 2:00-4:00. In person (SCOE)

Tues, 2/3, 2:00-4:00. Virtual

Tues, 2/24, 2:00-4:00. Virtual

Mon, 3/16, 2:00-4:00. Virtual

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Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)

SCOE: 5340 Skylane Boulevard, Santa Rosa, CA 95403

April 29th, 2026 - 8:00 am

Developed by the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), this workshop offers a behavior management system designed to help individuals working with people who are in crisis to maintain safety and security for all involved. The program focuses on prevention, de-escalation, personal safety, and physical intervention techniques. It aims to empower staff to manage difficult situations effectively and responsibly.

 

Objectives:

  • Identify the potential for aggressive or disruptive behaviors
  • Identify the appropriate measures to avoid, decelerate, and/or de-escalate a crisis situation
  • Assess the level of risk associated with a crisis situation and intervene appropriately. Manage behavioral risk by learning disengagement and/or holding skills
  • Describe the potential impact that crisis situations have on individuals and staff while providing person-centered, proactive services
When: April 29, 2026
Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Where: SCOE: 5340 Skylane Blvd Santa Rosa CA 95403 - Oak Room
Presenters: Lupita Reyes & Sasha Cave (Sonoma County SELPA, Certified CPI Instructors)
 
*Please note that participants are required to be present for the full training day in order to pass the course. There are also approximently 4 hours of pre-course work that must be completed prior to the day of in-person training.*
 
LUNCH WILL BE INCLUDED
Cost: $60 per person

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