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23rd Annual Bureau of Special Education Back to School Meeting: Working Collaboratively to Achieve Excellence

At the Bureau of Special Education's 23rd Annual Back to School Meeting, participants will network, receive updates from the state department of education, updates in legislation, and best practices to support students with disabilities. Full Breakout Session: 11:00 am-1:15 pm, The Roadmap Back: Strengthening District Programming to support Students with Intensive needs, Session 1: 11:00 am-12:00 pm, IEP Facilitation Plot - Room: 21, IEP Quality: Special Education Review and Reflection Tool; Moving Beyond Compliance Through Training, Coaching, and Self-Reflection - Room: 25, Sub-Separate Program Quality Indicators to support Students with Intensive Needs -Room: 24, Partnering with CPAC and SERC: Connecting Resources, Building Capacity - Room: 22, The Evolution of MTSS in Connecticut: Guidance Update and Next Steps - Room: 23, Recruitment/Retention – Supporting New Special Education Teachers- Room: 27, Autism Eligibility Guidelines - Room: 26,   Session 2: 12:15 pm-1:15 pm, Special Education Workload Analysis… Topic: CSDE Events. Activity Code: 27-08-016-000. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Various Presenters. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Nicole Hendry, at hendry@ctserc.org or Christine Kuehlewind at kuehlewind@ctserc.org. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades Pre-K-12; Special Education Administrators. Monday, September 14, 2026, 8:30 AM – 1:15 PM. CT Convention Center 100 Columbus Boulevard Hartford, CT 06103.

IDEA Part B Grant Section 611/619 – State Application and Subrecipient Application (SA) Overview Training for New School Administrators: AM Session

The CSDE Bureau of Special Education (BSE), with support from the State Education Resource Center (SERC), is offering a virtual statewide IDEA Part B Grant Section 611/619 – State Application and Subrecipient Application (SA) Overview Training for New Administrators. The session will provide an overview of the IDEA Part B Grant State Application and the SA process, the SA Sections within the electronic grant management system (eGMS), and the BSE’s fiscal monitoring process. New (on the job for 1-3 years) Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers, and all local education agency (LEA) staff who contribute to the IDEA Part B SA Grant or who have access to the eGMS are encouraged to attend this session. This training is virtual and free of charge. This training is for 2 hours, with convenient morning and afternoon time slots offered (participants need to attend only one session). Online registration is available on the SERC Events webpage. Advance registration is requir… Topic: IDEA. CSDE Events. Activity Code: 27-15-010-000. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Featured Event: Yes. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Alycia Trakas, CSDE Consultant. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Alycia Trakas, CSDE, (860) 713-6932 or Alycia.Trakas@ct.gov. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades Pre-K-12: New Special Education Directors, New Administrators, New IDEA Grant Managers, New Business Managers. Friday, September 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

IDEA Part B Grant Section 611/619 – State Application and Subrecipient Application (SA) Overview Training for New School Administrators: PM Session

The CSDE Bureau of Special Education (BSE), with support from the State Education Resource Center (SERC), is offering a virtual statewide IDEA Part B Grant Section 611/619 – State Application and Subrecipient Application (SA) Overview Training for New Administrators. The session will provide an overview of the IDEA Part B Grant State Application and the SA process, the SA Sections within the electronic grant management system (eGMS), and the BSE’s fiscal monitoring process. New (on the job for 1-3 years) Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers, and all local education agency (LEA) staff who contribute to the IDEA Part B SA Grant or who have access to the eGMS are encouraged to attend this session. This training is virtual and free of charge. This training is for 2 hours, with convenient morning and afternoon time slots offered (participants need to attend only one session). Online registration is available on the SERC Events webpage. Advance registration is requir… Topic: IDEA. CSDE Events. Activity Code: 27-15-011-000. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Featured Event: Yes. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Alycia Trakas, CSDE Consultant. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Alycia Trakas, CSDE, (860) 713-6932 or Alycia.Trakas@ct.gov. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades Pre-K-12: New Special Education Directors, New Administrators, New IDEA Grant Managers, New Business Managers. Friday, September 25, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Dyslexia in Connecticut: Definitions, Profiles, and Misconceptions

This session provides educators, administrators, support professionals, and caregivers with a foundational understanding of dyslexia within the context of Connecticut's educational framework. Participants will explore the established definition of dyslexia, examine the wide range of characteristics and cognitive profiles associated with the disorder, and address the most common misconceptions that continue to shape and sometimes hinder identification and support in schools. A central focus of the session is the continuum of presentation: recognizing that dyslexia does not look the same in every learner, and that its impact can range from mild to significant across different individuals and contexts. Participants will also examine the critical connection between dyslexia and reading development, deepening their understanding of how foundational literacy skills are affected and why early, evidence-based intervention matters. By the end of this session, participants will be better equipped to recognize dyslexi… Online Location: Virtual Session. Topic: Dyslexia. Activity Code: 27-58-074-000. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Featured Event: Yes. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Margie Gillis, Literacy How, Inc. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Claire Conroy, SERC, (860) 632-1485 ext. 326 or conroy@ctserc.org. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Lauren Johns, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 256 or johns@ctserc.org. Audience: Birth-21: Educators, Administrators, Support Professionals, and Caregivers. Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Planning and Placement Team Leadership Community of Practice (CoP)

The Planning and Placement Team Leadership Community of Practice (CoP) is a monthly, virtual gathering designed for current and aspiring PPT chairpersons across Connecticut. Facilitated by trainers with PPT Leadership experience and guest speakers, each one-hour session offers an opportunity to explore key concepts from the PPT Leadership curriculum, engage in collaborative dialogue, and strengthen PPT chair practices. The CoP creates space for networking, shared problem solving, and deepening understanding of compliant, student-centered PPT practices. Join colleagues statewide in building relationships, fostering best practices, and supporting each other in leading effective PPT meetings. The PPT Leadership CoP is supported by the CT State Department of Education, Bureau of Special Education, Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center, RESC Alliance and Connecticut’s State Education Resource Center (SERC). Topic: IDEA. Leadership. Activity Code: 27-15-014-000. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Featured Event: Yes. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Various Presenters. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Nitza Diaz, SERC, (860) 632-1485 ext. 394 or diaz@ctserc.org. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades Pre-K-12; Educators who lead PPTs, including Special Education Teachers, Principals, Assistant Principals, Out-of-District/Program Coordinators, or others serving as PPT Chairs. Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

IDEA Part B Section 611/619 – Virtual Grant Training Series-Topic #1: Goals and Budgets - AM Session

The CSDE Bureau of Special Education (BSE), with support from the State Education Resource Center (SERC), is offering an IDEA Part B Section 611/619 Virtual Grant Training Series. The series includes four 2-hour training opportunities related to critical elements in the IDEA Part B Subrecipient Application (SA) and aspects of the electronic grant management system (eGMS). Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers, and local education agency (LEA) staff who contribute to the IDEA Part B SA Grant or who have access to the eGMS are encouraged to attend this series. All trainings within this series are virtual and free of charge. Each training is 2 hours, with convenient morning and afternoon sessions offered (participants need to attend only one session per training). Online registration is available on the SERC Events webpage. Advance registration is required. Topic #1: Goals and Budgets This 2-hour virtual training review the critical components of the IDEA… Topic: IDEA. CSDE Events. Activity Code: 27-15-020-000. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Featured Event: Yes. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Alycia Trakas, CSDE Consultant. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Alycia Trakas, CSDE, (860) 713-6932 or Alycia.Trakas@ct.gov. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades PreK-12: Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers. Friday, October 9, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

IDEA Part B Section 611/619 – Virtual Grant Training Series-Topic #1: Goals and Budgets - PM Session

The CSDE Bureau of Special Education (BSE), with support from the State Education Resource Center (SERC), is offering an IDEA Part B Section 611/619 Virtual Grant Training Series. The series includes four 2-hour training opportunities related to critical elements in the IDEA Part B Subrecipient Application (SA) and aspects of the electronic grant management system (eGMS). Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers, and local education agency (LEA) staff who contribute to the IDEA Part B SA Grant or who have access to the eGMS are encouraged to attend this series. All trainings within this series are virtual and free of charge. Each training is 2 hours, with convenient morning and afternoon sessions offered (participants need to attend only one session per training). Online registration is available on the SERC Events webpage. Advance registration is required. Topic #1: Goals and Budgets This 2-hour virtual training review the critical components of the IDEA Part B… Topic: CSDE Events. IDEA. Activity Code: 27-15-021-000. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Featured Event: Yes. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Alycia Trakas, CSDE Consultant. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Alycia Trakas, CSDE, (860) 713-6932 or Alycia.Trakas@ct.gov. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades PreK-12: Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers. Friday, October 9, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Preschool Special Education Forum - Day 1

These virtual sessions are designed to support preschool special education administrators/supervisors/program coordinators. The first part of these sessions will focus on a topic and/or any state updates followed by a roundtable discussion. Topics that people are interested in discussing at these forums will be collected ahead of time. People can bring questions as well to pose to their colleagues for support and ideas. * All sessions are Via Zoom Online Platform Day 1: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 2: Thursday, November 12, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 3: Wednesday, December 9, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 4: Wednesday, January 13, 2027- 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 5: Thursday, February 11, 2027 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 6: Thursday, March 11, 2027 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 7: Thursday, April 29, 2027 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 8: Wednesday, May 26, 2027 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm. Topic: IDEA. Early Childhood. Activity Code: 27-46-029-000. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Multi-Day. Featured Event: Yes. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Pre-K-Age3-5. Presenters: Renee Kleinman, CSDE Consultant. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Renee Kleinman, CSDE Consultant, at Renee.kleinman@ct.gov. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades Pre-K-Age 3-5: Preschool special education administrators, supervisors, and coordinators. Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Planning and Placement Team Leadership Community of Practice (CoP)

The Planning and Placement Team Leadership Community of Practice (CoP) is a monthly, virtual gathering designed for current and aspiring PPT chairpersons across Connecticut. Facilitated by trainers with PPT Leadership experience and guest speakers, each one-hour session offers an opportunity to explore key concepts from the PPT Leadership curriculum, engage in collaborative dialogue, and strengthen PPT chair practices. The CoP creates space for networking, shared problem solving, and deepening understanding of compliant, student-centered PPT practices. Join colleagues statewide in building relationships, fostering best practices, and supporting each other in leading effective PPT meetings. The PPT Leadership CoP is supported by the CT State Department of Education, Bureau of Special Education, Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center, RESC Alliance and Connecticut’s State Education Resource Center (SERC). Topic: Leadership. IDEA. Activity Code: 27-15-014-001. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Featured Event: Yes. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Various Presenters. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Nitza Diaz, SERC, (860) 632-1485 ext. 394 or diaz@ctserc.org. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades Pre-K-12; Educators who lead PPTs, including Special Education Teachers, Principals, Assistant Principals, Out-of-District/Program Coordinators, or others serving as PPT Chairs. Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

IDEA Part B Grant Components: Meaningful Assembly

The CSDE Bureau of Special Education (BSE), with support from the State Education Resource Center (SERC), is offering a statewide IDEA Part B Grant Meaningful Assembly for Districts and Nonprofit, Nonpublic/Private Schools within their boundaries to connect through an in-person meeting. This session will provide a review of Parentally Placed Private School Children, elements of Proportionate Share, Individualized Services Plans (ISPs) and PPPSS within the Connecticut Special Education Data System (CT-SEDS), and the Timely and Meaningful Consultation meeting to address equitable services. Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers, as well as representatives from Nonprofit, Nonpublic/Private Schools are encouraged to attend this session. This 3-hour assembly is in-person and free of charge. Online registration is available on the SERC Events webpage. Advance registration is required. For content questions, please contact: Alycia M. Trakas, CSDE Education Consultant/IDEA… Topic: CSDE Events. IDEA. Activity Code: 27-15-012-000. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Featured Event: Yes. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Alycia Trakas, CSDE Consultant. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Alycia Trakas, CSDE, (860) 713-6932 or Alycia.Trakas@ct.gov. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades K-12: Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers. Friday, October 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Goodwin University 211 Riverside Drive East Hartford, CT 06118.

AI Supports for General and Special Education Teachers- Day 1

The Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) has recognized that artificial intelligence (AI) can play a vital role in education by enhancing personalization, accessibility, and efficiency. In their guidance on AI, the CSDE acknowledges that educators will need a baseline understanding of AI technology and how it applies to their subject area and grade levels. (CSDE’s Guidance on AI). These two day in-person professional development trainings and one day of on-site coaching, will support school teams (i.e. general educator, special educator, English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers and coaches) to: 1). Understand the potential benefits of AI 2). Understand and evaluate the potential risks of AI 3). Evaluate ethical and practical considerations of AI in education 4). Use AI to personalize learning 5). Use AI to enhance accessibility 6). Understand the benefits of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) when working with students who have intersecting linguistic and disability needs 7). Understand AI… Topic: Assistive Technology. IDEA. Activity Code: 27-28-038-000. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Multi-Day. Featured Event: Yes. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades 6-12. Presenters: Claire Conroy, Ed.D. and Smita Worah, Ph.D. SERC Consultants. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Smita Worah, SERC, (860) 632-1485 ext. 319 or worah@ctserc.org. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades 6-12: Teams of 6 or 7; Teams comprised of Special Education teacher, General Education teacher, Administrator, School/district information technology coordinator; ESL coach, ESL teacher. Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. SERC 175 Union Street Waterbury, CT 06706.

IDEA Part B Section 611/619 – Virtual Grant Training Series: Topic #2: Set-Aside Funds – Proportionate Share and Coordinated Early Intervening Services (CEIS) - AM Session

The CSDE Bureau of Special Education (BSE), with support from the State Education Resource Center (SERC), is offering an IDEA Part B Section 611/619 Virtual Grant Training Series. The series includes four 2-hour training opportunities related to critical elements in the IDEA Part B Subrecipient Application (SA) and aspects of the electronic grant management system (eGMS). Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers, and local education agency (LEA) staff who contribute to the IDEA Part B SA Grant or who have access to the eGMS are encouraged to attend this series. All trainings within this series are virtual and free of charge. Each training is 2 hours, with convenient morning and afternoon sessions offered (participants need to attend only one session per training). Online registration is available on the SERC Events webpage. Advance registration is required. Topic #2: Set-Aside Funds – Proportionate Share and Coordinated Early Intervening Services (CEIS) This… Topic: IDEA. CSDE Events. Activity Code: 27-15-032-000. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Alycia Trakas, CSDE Consultant. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Alycia Trakas, CSDE, (860) 713-6932 or Alycia.Trakas@ct.gov. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades PreK-12: Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers. Friday, November 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

IDEA Part B Section 611/619 – Virtual Grant Training Series-Topic #2: Set-Aside Funds – Proportionate Share and Coordinated Early Intervening Services (CEIS) - PM Session

The CSDE Bureau of Special Education (BSE), with support from the State Education Resource Center (SERC), is offering an IDEA Part B Section 611/619 Virtual Grant Training Series. The series includes four 2-hour training opportunities related to critical elements in the IDEA Part B Subrecipient Application (SA) and aspects of the electronic grant management system (eGMS). Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers, and local education agency (LEA) staff who contribute to the IDEA Part B SA Grant or who have access to the eGMS are encouraged to attend this series. All trainings within this series are virtual and free of charge. Each training is 2 hours, with convenient morning and afternoon sessions offered (participants need to attend only one session per training). Online registration is available on the SERC Events webpage. Advance registration is required. Topic #2: Set-Aside Funds – Proportionate Share and Coordinated Early Intervening Services (CEIS) This… Topic: CSDE Events. IDEA. Activity Code: 27-15-033-000. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Alycia Trakas, CSDE Consultant. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Alycia Trakas, CSDE, (860) 713-6932 or Alycia.Trakas@ct.gov. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades Pre-k-12: Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers. Friday, November 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Preschool Special Education Forum - Day 2

These virtual sessions are designed to support preschool special education administrators/supervisors/program coordinators. The first part of these sessions will focus on a topic and/or any state updates followed by a roundtable discussion. Topics that people are interested in discussing at these forums will be collected ahead of time. People can bring questions as well to pose to their colleagues for support and ideas. * All sessions are Via Zoom Online Platform Day 1: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 2: Thursday, November 12, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 3: Wednesday, December 9, 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 4: Wednesday, January 13, 2027- 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 5: Thursday, February 11, 2027 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 6: Thursday, March 11, 2027 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 7: Thursday, April 29, 2027 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm Day 8: Wednesday, May 26, 2027 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm. Topic: IDEA. Early Childhood. Activity Code: 27-46-029-001. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Multi-Day. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Pre-K-Age3-5. Presenters: Renee Kleinman, CSDE Consultant. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Renee Kleinman, CSDE Consultant, at Renee.kleinman@ct.gov. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades Pre-K-Age 3-5: Preschool special education administrators, supervisors, and coordinators. Thursday, November 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Planning and Placement Team Leadership Community of Practice (CoP)

The Planning and Placement Team Leadership Community of Practice (CoP) is a monthly, virtual gathering designed for current and aspiring PPT chairpersons across Connecticut. Facilitated by trainers with PPT Leadership experience and guest speakers, each one-hour session offers an opportunity to explore key concepts from the PPT Leadership curriculum, engage in collaborative dialogue, and strengthen PPT chair practices. The CoP creates space for networking, shared problem solving, and deepening understanding of compliant, student-centered PPT practices. Join colleagues statewide in building relationships, fostering best practices, and supporting each other in leading effective PPT meetings. The PPT Leadership CoP is supported by the CT State Department of Education, Bureau of Special Education, Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center, RESC Alliance and Connecticut’s State Education Resource Center (SERC). Topic: Leadership. IDEA. Activity Code: 27-15-014-002. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Various Presenters. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Nitza Diaz, SERC, (860) 632-1485 ext. 394 or diaz@ctserc.org. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades Pre-K-12; Educators who lead PPTs, including Special Education Teachers, Principals, Assistant Principals, Out-of-District/Program Coordinators, or others serving as PPT Chairs. Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

IDEA Part B Section 611/619 – Virtual Grant Training Series -Topic #3: LEA Maintenance of Effort (MOE) - AM Session

The CSDE Bureau of Special Education (BSE), with support from the State Education Resource Center (SERC), is offering an IDEA Part B Section 611/619 Virtual Grant Training Series. The series includes four 2-hour training opportunities related to critical elements in the IDEA Part B Subrecipient Application (SA) and aspects of the electronic grant management system (eGMS). Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers, and local education agency (LEA) staff who contribute to the IDEA Part B SA Grant or who have access to the eGMS are encouraged to attend this series. Topic #3: LEA Maintenance of Effort (MOE) This 2-hour virtual training review the critical components of the IDEA Part B Grant Section 611/619 LEA MOE, including an in-depth review of LEA MOE Calculator 2.0v, a review of the principles for LEA MOE to establish the foundation of the eligibility and compliance standards, and a discussion around methods and allowable exceptions available for LEAs to meet LEA… Topic: IDEA. CSDE Events. Activity Code: 27-15-034-000. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Alycia Trakas, CSDE Consultant. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Alycia Trakas, CSDE, (860) 713-6932 or Alycia.Trakas@ct.gov. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades PreK-12: Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers. Friday, November 20, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

IDEA Part B Section 611/619 – Virtual Grant Training Series -Topic #3: LEA Maintenance of Effort (MOE) - PM Session

The CSDE Bureau of Special Education (BSE), with support from the State Education Resource Center (SERC), is offering an IDEA Part B Section 611/619 Virtual Grant Training Series. The series includes four 2-hour training opportunities related to critical elements in the IDEA Part B Subrecipient Application (SA) and aspects of the electronic grant management system (eGMS). Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers, and local education agency (LEA) staff who contribute to the IDEA Part B SA Grant or who have access to the eGMS are encouraged to attend this series. Topic #3: LEA Maintenance of Effort (MOE) This 2-hour virtual training review the critical components of the IDEA Part B Grant Section 611/619 LEA MOE, including an in-depth review of LEA MOE Calculator 2.0v, a review of the principles for LEA MOE to establish the foundation of the eligibility and compliance standards, and a discussion around methods and allowable exceptions available for LEAs to meet LEA… Topic: CSDE Events. IDEA. Activity Code: 27-15-035-000. Registration Link: Virtual Session. Single-Day/Multi-Day: Single-Day. Cost: No Fee. Grade Level: Grades K-12. Presenters: Alycia Trakas, CSDE Consultant. Content Info: For content questions, please contact Alycia Trakas, CSDE, (860) 713-6932 or Alycia.Trakas@ct.gov. Registration Info: For registration questions, please contact Linda Adorno, SERC, (860) 632-1485, ext. 241 or adorno@ctserc.org. Audience: Grades PreK-12: Special Education Directors, Administrators, IDEA Grant Managers, Business Managers. Friday, November 20, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.