During the 2024-25 school year, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) will be hosting virtual special education information sessions to assist parents/guardians in learning more about programs, supports and ways that we work together to support students with special education needs.
Participants are asked to register for each session using this form. Information to access the sessions will be shared via email with individuals who have pre-registered.
IEPs – information for parents/guardians
Oct. 22 at 6:30 p.m.
Learn more about Individual Education Plans (IEP) in SCDSB schools. This virtual presentation will include opportunities for participants to share their questions regarding IEPs and school-based assessments.
View this presentation.
Transition planning
Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m.
This virtual session will include SCDSB special education staff and community partners to explore the importance of collaborative planning for transitions, and discuss available resources and supports.
Breakout rooms will allow parents/guardians to select a transition stage.
1. Early years transition into school
2. Transition from elementary to secondary school and
3. Transitioning from secondary school to post-secondary, the workplace, or to community living.
Information about Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) will be shared and there will be opportunities to ask questions.
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Reading strategies
March 4 at 6:30 p.m.
This virtual session will focus on foundational literacy, where we will provide valuable insights and practical tips on how schools and families can work together to support your child’s early reading development at home. Our session will include SCDSB Special Education and Literacy staff, who will share strategies, resources, and activities that you can easily incorporate into your daily routines to foster a love for reading and language in your home – in addition to the instruction and supports they receive at school.
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Supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
April 15 at 6:30 p.m.
In this virtual session, SCDSB staff will discuss the support available in SCDSB schools and the community for students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
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Every day mental health strategies
May 13 at 6:30 p.m.
We all want our children to feel mentally well, grow up happy, and learn how to navigate life’s challenges. Virtually join members of the SCDSB Mental Health and Well-Being and Special Education teams as we share resources from School Mental Health Ontario (www.smho-smso.ca) to support students of all ages with their mental health.
Every day communication strategies
June 17 at 6:30 p.m.
We understand that life is very busy, and we want to help support families incorporate communication into every day activities that are already happening at home. In this virtual session, join members of our SCDSB Speech and Language Team as we focus on communication strategies such as verbal and visual modelling, expanding communication, and creating opportunities to communicate.