SPARK Sessions

Special Programs Advancing Resilience and Knowledge – Inspiring Practical Learning in Special Education

Available Sessions

Office of Special Programs
301 Park Avenue, Beckley

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🌟 SPARK Session 🌟
11/20/2025 (Download pdf)

1️⃣ IEPs in Action – Understanding and Writing Effective IEPs

  • Understand the purpose and components of Meeting Notices.

  • Scheduling IEPs

  • Targeted vs Amendments

Trainers: Lori Thompson, Jill Ball, Monica Britt

2️⃣ Behavior Strategies for Challenging Students

  • PBIS Specifics

  • OSP Website Resources

Trainers:  Jennifer England, Jamie Richmond

3️⃣ Transition Services

  • Planning for post-secondary transitions

Trainers: Sherri Morgan and Lori Knight

4️⃣ Inclusion in Action – Supporting Students with Disabilities in General Education (HB2499 Requests)

  • Design inclusive lessons, co-teach effectively, and differentiate instruction.

  • Explore accommodations, modifications, and engagement strategies.

  • Note: When you register for this session, include your concerns and the specifics regarding your training need

Trainers:  Gwyn Staton, Jennifer Garlow

SPARK Support: During the sessions, there will be a separate setting where individuals can come for specific assistance, guidance, advice, etc. Trainers:  Amy Cozart and Taffy Robertson 

📞 For questions, contact Office of Special Programs (OSP) at 304-256-4555

🌟 SPARK Session 🌟
12/03/2025 (Download pdf)

1️⃣ IEPs in Action – Understanding and Writing Effective IEPs

  • Understand the purpose and components of Present Levels

  • Is copying and pasting acceptable practice?

Trainers: Lori Knight, Jill Ball, Monica Britt

2️⃣ Behavior Strategies for Challenging Students

  • Behavior Plans

  • Development and Adherence to

Trainers:  Jennifer England, Taffy Roberston

3️⃣ Transportation Services

  • Transportation as a Related Service

  • Checklist

  • Process and Protocols

Trainers: Sherri Morgan, Lori Thompson, Tammy Acord

4️⃣ Inclusion in Action – Supporting Students with Disabilities in General Education (HB2499 Requests)

  • Design inclusive lessons, co-teach effectively, and differentiate instruction.

  • Explore accommodations, modifications, and engagement strategies.

  • Note: When you register for this session, include your concerns and the specifics regarding your training need

Trainers:  Gwyn Staton, Jennifer Garlow

SPARK Support: During the sessions, there will be a separate setting where individuals can come for specific assistance, guidance, advice, etc. Trainers:  Amy Cozart and Jamie Richmond 

📞 For questions, contact Office of Special Programs (OSP) at 304-256-4555