A Model Program for Serving Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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A Model Program for Serving Students with Autism
Spectrum Disorder
Shenandoah Valley Regional Program• Serves Augusta, Harrisonburg, Page,
Rockingham, Shenandoah and Staunton• Assists school divisions to build local capacity in
a cost-effective manner
Staff development
Shared staff, programs and services
Proactive planning
Increased Identification of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Students presented with unique instructional needs• Teachers lacked skills in evidence-based teaching
strategies• Increased litigation• Lack of local and statewide resources
Commonwealth Autism Service
• Our history• Mission in Action• How we collaborate
Embedded staff model Strategic planningProgram replication Increased partnerships
A Collaborative Effort
• On-going strategic planning • Needs Assessment• White Paper “Shared Philosophy”• Embedded BCBAs to assist with staff development
Outcomes
• Regional Autism Assessment Team (RAAT)
• Supervision for school staff pursuing BCBA/BCaBA certification
• Implementation of Competent Learner Model©
• Increased program options
• Future directions
A Superintendent's Perspective
• Cost-effectiveness – Time, Staff and Money• Development of Local Capacity• Program Development (CLM) – Personal
Observations• JLARC Study
In Conclusion…
A School Board Member’s Thoughts
• Importance of Collaboration• Student Outcomes• Continued Capacity Building
For Additional Information
Judy S. Sorrell... [email protected]
Scott L. Hand... [email protected]
Jessica G. Philips... [email protected]
