Event Details
Event Description
Covers Section 504, disability civil rights, and district obligations set forth by the Rehabilitation Act and the US DOE’s Office for Civil Rights. This training targets core concepts including general educators’ role in assuring nondiscrimination, providing a free appropriate public education, and participating in 504 teams.
Start: Wednesday January 24th, 2024 at 03:00 pm (Zoom open at 2:55)
End: Wednesday January 24th, 2024 at 04:00 pm
Location: Virtual - Zoom
Target Audience:
General educators including teachers, administrators, specialists, and classified staff.
Instructor:
Marinda Peters, PhD (she/ella) is a Civil Rights Specialist at the Oregon

Department of Education. In her role, Marinda specializes in rights and obligations under Title VI, Section 504, and Title II of the ADA. She comes from 17 years of working in public education as a Professional School Counselor, Behavior Coach and 504 Coordinator. Marinda has an MA in Counseling Psychology from Pacific University and earned her PhD in Counseling in 2017 from Oregon State University.
Accommodations:
We strive to make our events accessible and inclusive to participants from all backgrounds and abilities. We will have closed captioning available. If you need additional accommodation, such as an interpreter, please contact Sam Reilly at
sreilly@nwresd.k12.or.us or at 503-614-1344. At least two weeks advance notice will help us to provide seamless access.
About Northwest Regional Education Service District:
Northwest Regional ESD is the largest of Oregon’s 19 education service districts. We serve students, educators, child care providers and families living in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook and Washington counties. Our staff members work collaboratively with school districts and other educational partners to deliver quality, cost-effective programs and services including special education, technology, professional development, school improvement and operational support. Our vision is that every student is educated, equipped and inspired to achieve their full potential and enrich their communities. Learn more at
nwresd.org.
Tags
Special Student Services
General Educators
Administration
NWRESD Staff and District Partners
Fee
Free
Contact Information
Malory Turner
503-614-1685
maturner@nwresd.k12.or.us