Topics presented in this session will include a review of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section
504), the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, Section 504 eligibility requirements, a
school district’s responsibility to implement a comprehensive Section 504 program, and “best practices” to
consider. Participants will engage in individual, small and large group activities throughout the presentation.
Resources will be made available. The pre-conference session will include the following:
Throughout each section of the pre-conference session, participants will be encouraged to share current
practices and collaborate with professional peers.
The goal of this introspective session is for participants to think about diversity and equity through a more expansive lens. The presenter will review common terms used in schools, classrooms and organizations and how these terms relate to our behaviors. The session will also review things to consider when working with staff and students, and personal stories related to these topics will be shared. Participants will be asked to participate in individual, small and large group activities throughout the presentation.
In this empowering and light-hearted session, student services professionals will consider as well as engage in a variety of self-care activities they can practice throughout their careers. With an honest look at the challenges student services professionals face every day, SSPSC is vital and we will work to address staff well-being during our time together.