ED311 & TCASE present
The Spring Conference on Special Education Law
A one-day conference (available in-person and online) on current legal issues concerning the education of students with disabilities in Texas
April 13, 2022
Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas
500 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, Texas 75039
April 27, 2022
New Braunfels Civic and Convention Center
375 S Castell Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Or join the conference online!
This year’s conference will be available online as a live simulcast on April 13,
and a recording of the conference will also be available.
Register for the in-person conference
Choose from Irving on April 13, 2022 or New Braunfels on April 27, 2022
ALL PRICING OPTIONS:
$210 per registrant (access to the digital workbook)
$235 per registrant (with printed workbook)
Groups of 5 or more – save $25/per person
$185 per registrant
$210 with printed workbook
Groups of 10 or more – save $35/per person
$175 per registrant
$200 with printed workbook
Register for the online conference
Attend online from the convenience of your office! Join the live simulcast on April 13, 2022 or watch the recordings later at your convenience through June 1, 2022.
ALL PRICING OPTIONS:
$210 per registrant (access to the digital workbook)
$235 per registrant (with printed workbook)
Groups of 5 or more – save $25/per person
$185 per registrant
$210 with printed workbook
Groups of 10 or more – save $35/per person
$175 per registrant
$200 with printed workbook
Jim Walsh
Walsh Gallegos Treviño Kyle & Robinson, P.C.
The Latest on House Bill 785, Restraint, FBAs, & BIPS
You won’t want to miss Jim Walsh of Walsh Gallegos Trevino Kyle & Robinson and his update on new legislation related to restraints, time outs, behavioral assessments, and behavior plans. This talk will be loaded with practical guidance so you can comply with the law.
Andrew Tatgenhorst
Thompson & Horton
Private Therapy Providers, Trauma Informed Care, and Social Emotional Learning: The Legal Issues (Irving)
Mental health impacts all aspects of a student’s life and ability to succeed in school. Andrew Tatgenhorst (Irving) and Rebecca Bailey (New Braunfels) of Thompson & Horton will tackle this important issue with guidance on working with private therapy providers, trauma informed care, and Social Emotional Learning.
Rebecca Bailey
Thompson & Horton
Private Therapy Providers, Trauma Informed Care, and Social Emotional Learning: The Legal Issues (New Braunfels)
Paula Maddox Roalson
Walsh Gallegos Treviño Russo Kyle & Robinson, P.C.
Where Are We on Dyslexia?
Dyslexia has presented an increased risk of litigation, and school districts need to find a consistent approach to meeting child find requirements for students with dyslexia. Paula Maddox Roalson of Walsh Gallegos Trevino Kyle & Robinson will provide the latest legal updates on handling students with dyslexia and provide practical tips for meeting IDEA’s child find requirements.
Holly Wardell
Eichelbaum & Wardell
Serving Students in the Virtual or Home Environment
Serving special education students virtually and in compliance with the IDEA poses unique challenges. You won’t want to miss Holly Wardell of Eichelbaum Wardell as she walks us through the difficult challenges and offers tips for complying with federal and state special education laws.
Elvin Houston
Walsh Gallegos Treviño Kyle & Robinson, P.C.
Legal Issues Surrounding Re-Evaluations
Legal challenges to evaluations and reevaluations are prevalent in the special education world. Elvin Houston, a veteran special education attorney, will offer invaluable insight for tackling those reevaluation questions and challenges.
Janet Bubert
The Underwood Law Firm
IDEA Child Find Duty: Legal Framework
Special education administrators have significant responsibilities under the IDEA’s Child Find requirements. Janet Bubert of the Underwood Law Firm in Fort Worth will provide the latest updates on how hearing officers and courts review disputes over Child Find issues and practical strategies to avoid liability under the law.
ACCREDITATION: This conference provides 7.0 hours of CPE credit through the following organizations:
SBEC (Educators Certified After Sept.1, 1999, In ANY Area, Including Teachers, Principals, Superintendents, Counselors, Educational Diagnosticians, and Learning Resource Specialists)
TEA (for School Board Members, Charter School Board Members & School Officers)
Texas Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
Texas Board of Social Worker Examiners
State Board of Examiners of Psychology
This training may meet local requirements for General Management Trainings and we will also supply a general Certificate of Attendance for filing with other professional organizations as needed.
This conference provides 4.0 hours of CPE credit through the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
The Texican Court in Irving
Join us at the lovely Texican Court, located right across the street from the Irving Convention Center!
Fairfield Inn & Suites New Braunfels
Join us at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in New Braunfels, a short drive from the New Braunfels Civic and Convention Center.
Thank you to our sponsors!
