The Special Education Academy is a series of presentations designed for
school administrators, special education administrators, teachers,
paraprofessionals, and related services personnel whose roles involve
special education. The Academy consists of
seven customizable live
presentations
that can be delivered in a one or two-day seminar, or
each can stand on its own. Presentations include:
Liability Concerns in the Special Education Environment – The
essentials of liability from a Special Education perspective. (90 minutes)
Avoiding Pitfalls in the IEP Process – Discusses who can and should have
access to the IEP as well as pitfalls to avoid during the process of writing
an IEP. (90 minutes)
Special Education and Child Abuse Prevention – Covers staff/student boundaries, abuse/ neglect/molestation indicators,
as well as safety tips. (90 minutes)
Supervision of Students with Exceptional Needs – Addresses the important nuances of student supervision in a Special
Education environment. (60 minutes)
General Safety in Special Education: Situational Awareness – Our General Safety in Special Education presentation which
delves into de-escalation techniques, effective communication, and personal safety. (90 – 120 minutes)
Equipment Safety in Lifting and Transferring – Discusses safety for both staff and students when lifting and transferring
for toileting, floor work, transitions to other equipment, etc. (90 minutes)
Best Practices in Special Education Transportation – Provides information regarding the safe transport of students with
special needs. (90 minutes)
For more information, please contact Dianna Poulin, Director of Loss Control Services at
dpoulin@keenan.com or call (800) 654-8102 extension 1154.