Exceptional Child Education
Director of Special Programs
KY's Social Emotional Learning Forum
Educators, Parents, and Students
https://www.spedsource.com/
Barren County Flames Basketball Exhibition
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Barren County Schools recently had the opportunity to meet with Mr. Joseph Hunter, Dollar General Director. We are thrilled to begin a community partnership to better serve and meet the needs of ALL students in Barren County Schools.
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Barren County Teachers recently presented at the KY CEC on Co-Teaching models.
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Mrs. Maynard's students recently completed a "Freddy the Fish" activity. They enjoyed exploring how environmental factors impact a living organism.
Barren County Schools was recently awarded $1,000 from Modern Woodmen of America. This money will help support students with special needs of Barren County Schools.
Ms Maynard's Science class studies ecosystems by creating food chains from several different ecosystems.
The staff at BAVEL ROCKED THEIR SOCKS today in honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Day!
FREE Famiy Event! Check it out! Register at this link.
What are we all about at Barren County Schools? Take a look!
Barren County High School opens store to help students in need - WNKY.com
Our kids are doing GREAT things! Check it out!
http://www.wnky.com/story/
In less than 2 weeks, Kentucky will have its primary election.
You will find Protection & Advocacy’s newly updated voting rights booklet under Documents. Look for Your Voice: Your Vote....
Parents,
Please complete the survey from KDE at the link below!
By Erica Kearney, M.A., BCBA, LABA
https://www.mayinstitute.org/news/acl.html?id=1703
What is ASD?
ASD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by deficits in social interactions and social communication and by restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior.
How many children have ASD?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that one in 68 children in the United States has an ASD (2014). This number is about 30 percent higher than the CDC’s 2012 estimate of one in 88 children.
How common is ASD?
Autism spectrum disorder is more common in children than cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, pediatric cancer, diabetes, and AIDS. Autism occurs in all races, ethnicities, and social groups. It is five times more common in boys than in girls.
Do we know what causes autism?
Although a specific cause of autism is not known, current research links autism to biological or neurological differences in the brain. Autism is believed to have a genetic basis, although no specific gene has been directly linked to the disorder. We do know that autism is NOT caused by vaccinations.
How is ASD diagnosed?
According to the most recent Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), ASD is diagnosed when a person exhibits three “persistent deficits” in social communication and social interaction, and at least two repetitive behaviors.
At what age should a child be screened for ASD?
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the CDC recommend that all children be screened ASD at 18 months and again at 24 months. However, individuals of any age can be screened for ASD.
What are the benefits of an early diagnosis?
The earlier a child with ASD is diagnosed, the better the long-term outcome. Studies show that early diagnosis and intervention during the first years of a child’s life can significantly impact his or her long-term prognosis, particularly in the areas of language and social behavior.
Are there autism treatments that work?
Yes! In its recently released National Standards Report, Phase 2, the National Autism Center identified 14 established treatments that produce beneficial outcomes effective for children and adolescents on the spectrum, and one for adults.
You can download a free copy of the report at http://www.nationalautismcenter.org/resources/
Erica Kearney, M.A., BCBA, LABA, is the Executive Director of the May Center School for Children with Autism and Developmental Disabilities in West Springfield, Mass. She can be contacted at ekearney@mayinstitute.org.
About May Institute
May Institute is a nonprofit organization that is a national leader in the field of applied behavior analysis, serving individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities, brain injury and neurobehavioral disorders, and other special needs. Founded more than 60 years ago, we provide a wide range of exceptional educational and rehabilitative services across the lifespan. May Institute operates four schools for children with ASD and other developmental disabilities, including one in West Springfield, Mass. For more information, call 800.778.7601 or visit www.mayinstitute.org
For resources and more information about Autism, visit http://www.autismspeaks.org
What does transition, or life after high school, look like for ALL kids? Barren County Trojans will be Transition-Ready!
Watch for more info...click here!
Ms. Maynard's Class Enjoyed Equine Therapy Day!
Best Buddies Program is Coming to BCHS!
Dulce and Kirsten are back from Best Buddies 28th annual Leadership Conference and they are so excited about getting our program going! They had an amazing time!
Mrs. Emberton's students enjoyed the day at the Hot Rod's game today on their field trip! They all LOVE baseball!
Dear Parent,
We need your input! Our school district and the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) want to hear from parents regarding how well your child’s school is doing to involve you in the special education services provided to your child.
We would like you to complete a brief, online survey to share your experience with your child’s special education services during the current school year (2016-17). Please go to www.kypso.org, click “Click here to access the 2017 Parent Survey,” and complete the eleven-question survey telling us about your current experiences.
If you would like to visit the school to complete the survey, you are more than welcome to use one of our computers. Unfortunately, this survey is only available electronically as we are unable to process paper copies.
Only one parent per student should complete this survey. However, if you have more than one child with an IEP, please complete a survey for each of your children.
All responses are anonymous and cannot be traced back to you or your child. Results will be analyzed by the Human Development Institute (HDI) at the University of Kentucky (UK) and used for a report to the U.S. Department of Education. We will also be reviewing the final report to see if we can do more to involve parents in their child’s special education program.
The deadline for completing this very important survey is May 31, 2017.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,
Barren County Schools Special Education Department
Molly Caswell was recognized by the Barren County Board of Education at the December meeting. Molly was selected as the Kentucky CEC Teacher of the Year by the Council for Exceptional Children. This is an exceptioal honor, and well deserved. Molly goes above and beyond daily for students in her classroom at North Jackson Elementary School.
Molly Caswell
CEC Teacher of the Year!!!
Congratulations, Molly!
PARENT INVOLVEMENT SURVEY - ENGLISH VERSION
Encuesta de Participación de los Padres - Spanish Version
"There needs to be alot more emphasis on what a child can do, instead of what he cannot do." ~Dr. Temple Grandin
Meet the Team
Barren County ECE Mission Statement |
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Mrs. Ann Epperson, School Psychologist |
Ms. Bridget Wilfert, School Psychologist |
Documents
- District Autism Team Support
- EBP (Evidence Based Practices) Definitions
Definitions of Evidence Based Practices
- The Big 5
The Big 5 Evidence Based Practices for Students with Autism
- EBP Matrix
Matrix of Evidence Based Practices by Outcome and Age
- Intervention Ziggurat
Provides a process and framework for designing individualized, comprehensive intervention plans for individuals with ASD.
- KDE Autism Guidance Document
guidance for educators regarding identification, interventions and the provision of special education services for students with Autism between the ages of 3 and 21 in Kentucky’s public schools.
- Initial Meeting Guidance Document
Documents what is to take place at the initial meeting after the Request for Assistance (referral) to the District Autism Team
- Tiers of Support
Three tiers of support offered to teachers and students of Barren County schools.
- EBP (Evidence Based Practices) Definitions
- Your Voice: Your Vote
- Transition for High School Students
- A Transition Guide
A Transition Guide to Post-Secondary Education and Employment for Students and Youth with Disabilities
- A Transition Guide
- Co-Teaching Support Documents
- District Co-Teaching Plan
30-60-90 BC Schools Co-Teaching Plan
- Co-Teaching Planning Sheet
Instructional Weekly Overview for Co-Teaching
- Types of Co-Teaching Models
Different Models of Co-Teaching and Recommended Use
- Co-Teaching Checklist
Walk Through/Self-Evaluation Checklist
- District Co-Teaching Plan
- Alternate Assessment
- Where To Find Us
- Other Forms
- Due Process Forms
Links
- District Autism Team Support
- Initial Phase - Evidence Based Practices
Use this form to document Evidence Based Practices that have been used with the student by the general education teacher after consultation with the ECE teacher.
- Formal Support - Referral/Request for Assistance
Complete this form after implementing evidence-based practices with consistency and fidelity, when the student and/or general education teacher need additional support.
- Formal Support - Autism Team Initial Consultation
District Autism Team member will complete this form once the referral for assistance is submitted.
- Formal Support - Individual Strengths and Skills Inventory
Documentation of student strengths completed by District Autism Team member during initial consultation.
- Formal Support - 4-Step Problem-Solving Model for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
To be completed by members of the District Autism Team after the initial consultation, taking all data collected at the initial consultation into consideration.
- Intense Support Documentation
Members of the District Autism Team will complete this form when intensive support is needed for a student with autism.
- Intense Support - Behavior Support Plan Summary for Students with Autism
This form is to be completed by members of the District Autism Team in collaboration with all stakeholders following the initial consultation.
- Initial Phase - Evidence Based Practices
- Co-Teaching Support Links
- Co-Teaching in High Schools
US News & World Report Article
- Co-Teach Model Video
5 Minute YouTube Video of Various Models of Co-Teaching
- KDE Co-Teaching Resources
CT4GC and Other Co-Teaching Resources
- KDE Novice Reduction
General Information About the Novice Reduction Initiative
- Co-Teaching in High Schools
- Preschool Websites
- Transition Services
- Vocational Rehab - What to Expect
An explanation of Vocational Rehabilitation services offered to you and your child.
- ILP Information
Individual Learning Plans for students in grades 6-12. A great transition and planning resource!
- Transition Assessments
- Barber College of South Central Kentucky
- Bowling Green Technical College
- Community & Junior Colleges in Kentucky
- Carl D. Perkins Vocational Training Center
- WKU Services for Students with Disabilities
- Automotive College
- PJ's College of Cosmetology
- KY Department of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Area Technology Center
- Vocational Rehab - What to Expect
- ECE Websites
- Autism Speaks
- Encouraging Empathy: How to Teach Apologies to Children on the Autism Spectrum
- Autism Teaching Strategies
Focus on Social Skills
- Kentucky Partnership for Families and Children, Inc.
Parent Info and Trainings
- Kentucky Autism Training Center
- Intervention Central
- Cindy's Autistic Support
- Education.com
- National Center for Learning Disabilities, Inc.
- Teacher Resources
- Common Core Math Practice
- Evidence-Based Practice Facts Sheets
- http://wonderopolis.org/
Wonderopolis - Question of the Day
- Teaching Channel - Inspirational Teacher Videos
- Writing Resources
- The World's Largest Whiteboard Community
- Educreations
- National Library of Virtual Manipulatives
- The Quantile Framework for Math
- Alternate Assessment
- Ipad Apps
- Due Process Forms
- Other Resources