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Event Date 01/30/2026Presented by: Themba Carr, PhD Licenssed Clinical Psychologist, Rady's Children'sAbout: The ADOS-2 Refresher Workshop , offers a concise review for professionals who have previously completed the ADOS-2 Introductory Clinical Workshop. This virtual session reinforces administration and scoring skills through video observations, guided discussions, and scoring practice. Participants will revisit key concepts related to clinical interpretation and the psychometric properties of the ADOS-2 to strengthen reliability and confidence in using the tool.A workshop for school psychologists, speech language pathologists and occupational therapists.
Event Date 01/29/2026VCOE's Early Childhood Programs is excited to offer this TK professional development for ECE and TK Teachers, paraeducators, TOSAs, and Administrators.
In this workshop, participants will:
(2 Day Event) 01/22/2026 - 01/29/2026Presented by: Kerry Newlee, SELPA Director, Technical Support and TransitionThis taining is for new specialists, including OTs, behaviorists, RTC, and NPS providers. Participants must attend both sessions to be fully trained.
Topics:• Configuring your Account• Writing Present Levels• Goals• Service Logs• Progress Reports
This basic-level series is intended for NEW Speciaists who have little to no prior experience with SIRAS. If you are an experienced user seeking updates or a refresher, please contact your district’s SIRAS administrator for appropriate resources.
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Event Date 01/29/2026Educators will explore how to use the Museum of Ventura County's resources to integrate ethnic studies into curricula, leverage oral histories to amilify diverse narratives, and foster critical thinking.Please click here to view flyer.
Event Date 01/28/2026Focus will be on SEL Muscle Mastery with special GUEST: Lori Woodley-Langendorff.SEL Muscle Mastery by Lori Woodley-Langendorff teaches adults to strengthen their own social-emotional “muscles” — skills like awareness, regulation, empathy, and intentional decision-making — so they can better support children and create healthier relationships. It uses a simple Notice → Choose → Act framework and offers practical tools, stories, and exercises to build everyday emotional resilience.
Event Date 01/28/2026
Everyone who is certified in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCPI) MUST attend a 3.5 hour refresher every 12 months in order to keep the certification active. This is critical to maintain your skills and also very important for liability reasons. Dress Code: Wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes. No open toed shoes or sandals or you will NOT be allowed to participate.
Please Be Prompt: Participants must be checked in prior to the 8am start time. Participants who arrive more than15 minutes after the training begins will NOT be admitted.
NOTE: The Ventura County SELPA is only authorized to certify employees of VC SELPA member school districts, charter schools, non-public schools, and approved contractors. We are not able to oversee the integrity of interventions provided by individuals who are not employed by these entities, nor can we ensure their participation in required annual refresher courses. For this reason, individuals who are not employed by a VC SELPA-affiliated agency are not eligible to attend this training.
(4 Day Event) 10/22/2025 - 05/27/2026VCOE will hold quarterly Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) Network meetings to share new information, foster connections across LEAs, and encourage representatives to share implementation successes.
(5 Day Event) 09/24/2025 - 05/22/2026Topics:-CAASPP, ELPAC, CAST-Dashboard-CERS, TOMS, DATAQUEST-Updates from CDE, RAN & ETS
(6 Day Event) 09/24/2025 - 04/29/2026
Is the Wellness Community of Practice rightfor me?What: a gathering of educators who support studentwellness.Who: School Counselors, Therapists, Teachers,Administrators, and Administrative Staff, SupportStaff and anyone who supports student wellness.Why: To learn together; to share best ideas, to findsolutions, to improve our practic
(5 Day Event) 09/24/2025 - 05/22/2026Ventura County Assistant Superintendent Network MeetingsClick here for FLYER
Please note: The Ventura County SELPA is only authorized to certify employees of VC SELPA member school districts, charter schools, non-public schools, and approved contractors. Individuals not employed by these entities are not eligible to attend this training, as we cannot verify the interventions they use or ensure participation in required annual refresher courses.
(2 Day Event) 01/13/2026 - 01/27/2026
This workshop provides family child care providers with practical tools and inclusive strategies to support children with disabilities or developmental delays, as well as their families. Through real-life examples and interactive activities, we will explore how to create a learning environment that is accessible, respectful, and enriching in the family child care setting.
Participants will learn how to:
Event Date 01/27/2026THIS WORKSHOP IS OFFERED AT NO COST TO PARENTS AND LEGAL GUARDIANS WITH STUDENTS IN A VENTURA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT ONLYThis session will offer information ontransition to adult life through the IEP process. Participants are encouraged to bring a copy of their most recent IEP and learn more about the process to adulthood adn development of a compliant transition plan._______________________TALLER GRATUITO PARA PADRES Y TUTORES LEGALES CON ESTUDIANTES EN DISTRITOS ESCOLARES DEL CONDADO DE VENTURA SOLAMENTEEsta sesión ofrecerá información sobre la transición a la vida adulta a través del proceso del IEP. Se anima a los participantes a traer una copia del IEP más reciente de su estudiante para aprender mas sobre el proceso a la edad adulta y el desarrollo de un plan de transicion conforme.
Event Date 01/27/2026
Expanded Learning 101
Whether you’re brand new to Expanded Learning or looking for a refresher, this foundational session provides a clear, comprehensive overview of the field. Participants will explore the core elements that guide our work and ensure high-quality, compliant programs that meet the needs of students, families, and communities.
Topics include:
The definition and purpose of Expanded Learning
An introduction to the Statewide System of Support for Expanded Learning
Key requirements for ASES, 21st CCLC, and ELO-P programs
A walkthrough of the Expanded Learning Program Instrument (compliance tool)
This training is designed for grantees (LEAs), community partners, and program staff at all levels to build shared understanding, strengthen collaboration, and align practices with state and regional expectations.
(4 Day Event) 10/30/2025 - 05/27/2026
Strengthen your science instruction through a powerful blend of literacy, language development, and the Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs). This hands-on, collaborative series supports student notebooking, academic discourse, formative assessment and planning time.
Use notebooks to support student thinking and formative assessment
Guide students in designing investigations and writing clear procedures
Connect with peers through shared experiences and collaborative planning
Teach students to read, analyze, and represent data
Strengthen math integration using notebook tools
Unpack experiences with a literacy and language lens
Support science reading and evidence-based writing
Use notebooks to evaluate sources and process information
Plan meaningful tasks for all learners, including multilingual students
Teach claim-evidence-reasoning (CER) through writing and talk
Use notebooks to develop and support arguments
Collaborate on classroom-ready strategies and resources
Every Day Includes:
Notebooking to support literacy and SEPs
ELD strategies using the ML Toolkit for Science
Shared science experience + collaborative planning
(4 Day Event) 09/12/2025 - 01/27/2026
VCOE, in collaboration with Kern County Superintendent of Schools and SIP, is pleased to announce this UDL trainer series for site teams. Designed to equip district teams with the tools and confidence to lead site-based implementation, the series promotes inclusive, learner-centered environments. Emphasis will be placed on supporting all students, with a focused lens on dually identified students, ensuring equitable access and meaningful learning for every learner.What is UDL?Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an evidence-based framework that embraces learner variability and empowers educators to design flexible lessons. By removing barriers to learning, UDL increases student engagement, access, and achievement.Why UDL?
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(3 Day Event) 09/11/2025 - 04/29/2026PROFESSIONAL COLLABORATION OPPORTUNITY
Calling All School-Based OTs, PTs & Related Providers!
Connect. Collaborate. Share. Join a dynamic session designed to spark ideas and build connections across districts.
We invite you to participate in a collaborative meeting designed to foster professional dialogue, idea-sharing, and cross-district connection.
All school districts are welcome to attend. To maximize impact, we recommend that each district or school send one representative to share key takeaways with their team.
Certificates of attendance will be provided to all registered participants.
Let's work together to strengthen student suppport through thoughtful collaboration.Don’t miss this chance to network, grow, and inspire!25/26 Sessions:
(4 Day Event) 08/06/2025 - 05/05/2026VCOE invites you to join Dr. Aisha Thomas, PLC at Work expert to implement a focus on learning, build a collaborative culture, and create a results-focused orientation that leads to sustained, substantive school improvement.
Event Date 01/26/2026
The techniques you will learn will focus on preventing risk behavior and safely managing physical crisis. Training in these techniques will be required in order to correctly utilize "Emergency Behavior Interventions" outlined in the SELPA plan in compliance with California Code of Regulations – Title certification.
This is a blended training. Participants are required to complete an online portion prior to attending the in-person training. If the online portion is not completed, participant will NOT be admitted to the in-person training. Participants must complete BOTH the online and the in-person training and pass a written examination in order to receive certification. NOTE: The Ventura County SELPA is only authorized to certify employees of the SELPA districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools and contractors. We are not able to oversee the integrity of the interventions utilized by persons who are not our employees.
DRESS CODE: Wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes. No open toed shoes, sandals or heels, you will NOT be allowed to participate.
(10 Day Event) 08/21/2025 - 05/21/2026This workgroup advances the efforts of school districts in Ventura County to gain revenue for the delivery of the mental health services in school. It also supports the development and use of an inter-connected framework of support for youth and families.
Event Date 01/21/2026Chief Accountants' Meeting and Second Interim Training
Event Date 01/20/2026Presented by:Peter Aguirre, Program Specialist, Ventura County SELPAErin Lukan, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Ventura County SELPATaylor Bernardez, Behavior Specialist, Ventura County Office of EducationThis in-depth training session provides special educators and support staff with the knowledge and tools needed to develop high-quality Positive Behavior Intervention Plans (PBIPs) and Comprehensive Behavior Intervention Plans (CBIPs) that are rooted in data-driven decision-making and evidence-based strategies.A workshop for general education teachers, special education teachers, and school administrators.
Event Date(s) 01/20/2026 - 01/20/2026
This course is the first session in a three-part master schedule training series and focuses on best practices for effective master schedule construction. Delivered in a virtual, asynchronous format, this session introduces proven scheduling approaches that can be applied across all student information systems.
Participants will learn core master scheduling concepts, terminology, and strategies that support equitable access to courses and help ensure student needs are met. Emphasis is placed on recognizing common scheduling challenges and applying best practice approaches that guide successful schedule development.
Topics may include:
This session establishes a best-practice foundation that will support subsequent sessions focused on technical application.
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Title IX anti-discrimination information, Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP) and contacts.