Title: FOCUS Data training
Date: 2/5/26
To: Assistant Principals
From: Erin Anderson, Director of Special Education
Subject: Additional training times for FOCUS Data training
Summary:
This short session provides Assistant Principals with a clear overview of the Focus Committee’s role in supporting schools as they prepare for IEP meetings that may involve a change of placement.
We will review the types of data required to inform placement discussions, including academic, behavioral, and progress-monitoring information, and will learn how to prepare school teams for effective, compliant, and student-centered IEP meetings. The session emphasizes thoughtful preparation and shared understanding to ensure placement decisions are supported by data and aligned with student needs.
Please find a day and time that works for you to attend the FOCUS data training. The last session will be offered online.
- 2/11/26 from 3 pm to 4 pm (P211)
- 2/18/26 from 8:30 am to 9:30 am (P211)
- 2/24/26 from 8:30 am to 9:30 am (P211)
- 3/3/26 from 10 am to 11 am on Zoom
Sign-up using Kick-up (Browse events > Seach “Focus”)
Rationale:
At the March DLC meeting, Special Education will continue on with the FOCUS presentations. This training is necessary background knowledge to have prior to the next topic.
Expectations for Implementation:
- Sign up in Kick-up for a time that works for you
