Event Description


Covers Section 504, disability civil rights, and district obligations set forth by the Rehabilitation Act and the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Using case scenarios, this training targets core concepts including nondiscrimination; identification, evaluation, and placement; the role of the 504 coordinator/case manager; engaging the 504 team, and associated Oregon laws including those related to the abbreviated school day program (ASDP; Senate Bill (SB) 819 and SB 1558).

Date: Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Check-In: 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Start: 8:30 am
End: 12:00 pm
Location: NWRESD - Washington Service Center; Hillsboro

Who Should Attend:
Open to any Oregon: 504 coordinators, 504 case managers, district and building administrators, student services directors, school counselors, and school nurses



Instructors:
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 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. All virtual sessions will have automated closed captioning available. If you think you will need additional accommodations, such as an interpreter, please contact Sabine Eaton at seaton@nwresd.k12.or.us or 503-614-1351. 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, childcare 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.

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Location
Northwest Regional ESD - Washington Service Center
5825 NE Ray Circle
Hillsboro, OR 97124

Site
Atfalati (Rm222)

Fee
Free

Contact Information
Malory Turner
503-614-1685
maturner@nwresd.k12.or.us

Start: Tuesday October 1st, 2024 at 08:00 am
End: Tuesday October 1st, 2024 at 12:00 pm
PDUs: 3.50
Instructor: Marinda Peters, ODE Civil Rights Specialist