BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//DaSy Center - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:DaSy Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dasycenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for DaSy Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102757 CREATED:20210423T204846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210428T145107Z UID:8968-1620144000-1620147600@dasycenter.org SUMMARY:Opportunities Under ARP for State Data System Development or Enhancements DESCRIPTION:The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 was signed into law on March 11\, 2021. Under ARP\, $250 million will be allocated for IDEA Part C grant awards as a one-time only supplemental to the FFY 2021 funds. \nJoin DaSy and other state staff on Tuesday\, May 4 at 4pm ET to chat with your colleagues\, discuss the available ARP funds\, learn about possibilities for developing or enhancing a state data system using ARP funds\, and review DaSy resources\, including the availability of technical assistance to support Part C systems in these efforts. \nNote** Registration for this discussion is only open to Part C Coordinators\, Part C Data Managers\, and state monitoring and data staff.** \n Register for this event URL:https://dasycenter.org/eventcalendar/opportunities-under-arp-for-state-data-system-development-or-enhancements/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T143000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102757 CREATED:20210514T173049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210614T190546Z UID:9008-1623762000-1623767400@dasycenter.org SUMMARY:Expanding your Virtual Engagement Toolbox DESCRIPTION:Working hard to engage more people in virtual discussions about your data and decisions for your program? There are tools available to create a virtual environment where participants can be highly involved in data discussions. \n \nJoin us on June 15 at 1 pm ET for the Expanding your Virtual Engagement Toolbox webinar.\n \nWhat you’ll learn:\n\nBest practices to engage participants remotely in TA activities related to collect\, analyze\, report and use high-quality data during virtual meetings;\nTools that promote engagement during virtual meetings; and \nHow to access the DaSy Virtual Engagement Toolbox resources.\n\nThis webinar is open to all our state clients and TA providers.\nNew! Handout with 5 tools to help you increase virtual engagement\nRegister for this Webinar URL:https://dasycenter.org/eventcalendar/expanding-your-virtual-engagement-toolbox/ LOCATION:Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="DaSy Center":MAILTO:dasycenter@sri.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210621T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210621T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102757 CREATED:20210602T215722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T051242Z UID:9067-1624291200-1624294800@dasycenter.org SUMMARY:What DaSy Can Do for You! Webinar DESCRIPTION:Looking for more information on the Center for IDEA Early Childhood Data Systems (DaSy)\, but don’t know where to start?\n\n \nJoin us on June 21 at 4 pm ET for the What DaSy Can Do for You! webinar.\n \nGet information about current and upcoming technical assistance opportunities for your state’s Part C and Part B 619 programs. We’ll share the wide range of data-related activities and supports we have available. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n\nWhat new tools and resources we have to support your work;\nWhat the current opportunities are to collaborate with other states; and \nHow to reach us for individualized state assistance.\n\n This webinar is intended for Part C Coordinators\, Part C Data Managers\, and Part B 619 Coordinators.\n \n \nThe Center for IDEA Data Systems (DaSy Center) is a national technical assistance center funded by the U.S Department of Education\, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). We provide technical assistance and resources to help state Part C and Part B 619 programs build capacity within their state to collect\, analyze\, and report high-quality data required under IDEA and assist with the development of or enhancement to state data systems. Learn more about us and access relevant resources on dasycenter.org. URL:https://dasycenter.org/eventcalendar/save-the-date-what-dasy-can-do-for-you-webinar/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="DaSy Center":MAILTO:dasycenter@sri.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210622T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210622T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102757 CREATED:20210601T172356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T202951Z UID:9058-1624372200-1624377600@dasycenter.org SUMMARY:Targeted Leadership TA Series\, Session 4: Data Leadership - What it Means for Equity DESCRIPTION:Inequities can exist throughout early intervention and early childhood special education service delivery process\, from pre-referral though transition\, and will remain invisible unless identified and addressed by committed leaders. This session will provide an introduction to what it means to use data to lead for equity through the use of critical questions that program leaders should ask to gain greater understanding of inequities. By becoming aware of how equity needs to be addressed in every step of the data use process\, from data collection design through interpretation and reporting. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to:\n\nUnderstand and embrace their roles as leaders in asking questions about equity and using data to answer those questions.\nUnderstand the multiple “equity touchpoints” in the delivery of early intervention and preschool special education services.\nGain awareness of the importance of addressing equity at each step across the data collection\, analysis\, reporting\, and use cycle.\nAcquire introductory knowledge of how to address equity at each step across the data collection\, analysis\, reporting\, and use cycle.\n\nThis webinar is by invitation and is intended for State Part C and Part B 619 Coordinators. Coordinators can invite other program leaders who may benefit from this session. URL:https://dasycenter.org/eventcalendar/targeted-leadership-ta-series-session-4-data-leadership-what-it-means-for-equity/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210715T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210715T143000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102757 CREATED:20210615T171318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210806T044816Z UID:9120-1626354000-1626359400@dasycenter.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Building Effective Virtual Teams for Stakeholder Engagement DESCRIPTION:Having a robust stakeholder engagement plan is important. As states work to engage a broad range of stakeholders on an ongoing basis\, virtual strategies and methods continue to be important – even as face-to-face gatherings start to increase after the pandemic. \nHow do you build an infrastructure for virtual engagement? \nJoin us on July 15 from 1-2:30 ET for the Building Effective Virtual Teams for Stakeholder Engagement webinar.\n\nConcerned about the new stakeholder requirements for SPP/APR and engaging a broad range of individuals on an ongoing basis?\nDuring this webinar you’ll learn to:\n\nIdentify different levels of stakeholder engagement\, \nUse virtual strategies aligned to each level\, and\nUse a protocol for effective teaming. \n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn strategies to engage stakeholders for informing\, networking\, and collaborating with your state teams. \nThis webinar is intended for all state clients and TA providers. URL:https://dasycenter.org/eventcalendar/building-effective-virtual-teams-webinar/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="DaSy Center":MAILTO:dasycenter@sri.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210719 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210723 DTSTAMP:20260406T102757 CREATED:20210212T170213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221001T031500Z UID:8554-1626652800-1626998399@dasycenter.org SUMMARY:OSEP Leadership and Project Directors’ Conference DESCRIPTION:The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) will hold its Leadership and Project Directors’ Conferencevirtually July 19 – 22\, 2021. This year’s conference will combine OSEP’s bi-annual Leadership and Project Directors’ conferences. Sessions that are applicable to Leadership Conference and Project Directors’ Conference audiences will be offered. URL:https://dasycenter.org/eventcalendar/osep-leadership-and-project-directors-conference/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211028 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211030 DTSTAMP:20260406T102757 CREATED:20210929T210629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T183820Z UID:9438-1635379200-1635551999@dasycenter.org SUMMARY:RISE to the Challenge: Resolve\, Innovate\, Support\, Engage DESCRIPTION:CADRE’s 8th National Symposium on Dispute Resolution\, a virtual meeting\, will take place on October 28-29\, 2021. Symposium participants include OSEP staff\, state dispute resolution coordinators\, directors of special education\, dispute resolution practitioners\, parent center staff\, parents\, parent leaders\, attorneys\, educators\, service providers\, and researchers. The event is free to attend. URL:https://dasycenter.org/eventcalendar/rise-to-the-challenge-resolve-innovate-support-engage/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220303T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220303T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T102757 CREATED:20220223T200215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T200215Z UID:9804-1646316000-1646319600@dasycenter.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Evidence-based Hearing Screening and Evaluation Practices for Children Ages 0–5 DESCRIPTION:Each day\, children with hearing loss attend early childhood programs. It’s important for staff to learn how to identify these children. Join us in this webinar to discuss improving the quality of hearing screening and evaluation practices for children ages birth to 5. Find resources to support the development and sustainability of high-quality hearing screening and follow-up methods in Head Start and Early Head Start programs. \nLearn more and register URL:https://dasycenter.org/eventcalendar/introduction-to-evidence-based-hearing-screening-and-evaluation-practices-for-children-ages-0-5/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T144500 DTSTAMP:20260406T102757 CREATED:20220315T163300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T215123Z UID:9845-1648648800-1648651500@dasycenter.org SUMMARY:Webinar: The DaSy Data System Framework Has Been Revised! DESCRIPTION:The DaSy Data System Framework has been revised! The Data System Framework assists Part C and Part B 619 programs in developing and enhancing high-quality state data systems for the collection\, analysis\, reporting\, and use of their IDEA data. Originally developed in 2014\, the Framework has been revised to make it easier for states to use. \n\nDo you need guidance on data system design and development?\nAre you looking for ways to improve your program’s use of data?\nAre you working on data governance and management policies?\n\nThe new and improved Data System Framework addresses these topics and much more! Join this webinar for more information about the revised Framework and Self-Assessment. \nIntended Audience: Part C and Part B 619 Coordinators\, Data Managers\, and others interested in data system processes are invited to join us. \nQuestions? Contact DaSy. URL:https://dasycenter.org/eventcalendar/webinar-dasy-data-system-framework-revisions/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR