MN DCD Community of Practice

VISION: People w/disabilities will experience an inclusive education system at all levels & lifelong learning that enable the full development of independence..

[Minnesota Department of Education @MnDeptEd]

We are seeking applicants for our Special Education Advisory Panel for these positions:
- parent/guardian representative
- higher education representative
- school/related service personnel representative
- interagency representative
- student representative

[Minnesota Department of Education @MnDeptEd]

We are seeking applicants for our Special Education Advisory Panel to provide policy and procedural guidance regarding special education and related services for children with disabilities in Minnesota. Learn more and apply by May 31 at
https://t.co/kvrOswtuF5

[Special Olympics Minnesota @SOMinnesota]

"Middle school is stressful," said Ellse, 7th grader at South View Middle School. "But in the middle of all this stressful schoolwork, you come here and hang out with your friends and have fun and it's so stress-free."

Watch the full video from @kare11: https://t.co/q84WZJiCws

[Minnesota Council on Disability @DisabilityMN]

Join MCD at our 2023 virtual Legislative Forum to enjoy conversations between Council members, advocates, & legislators about our priorities for the upcoming session. Get updates on program, speakers, & appearances from Gov Walz, Lt Gov Flanagan
https://t.co/fn3uMbSwwj

[Minnesota Department of Education @MnDeptEd]

Gov. Tim Walz proclaims Dec. 5-11 Inclusive Schools Week in celebration of the commitment made throughout Minnesota to provide education that is welcoming and inclusive for all Minnesota students.

View a PDF of the proclamation at https://t.co/dfye7AL9LZ

[Special Olympics Minnesota @SOMinnesota]

Minnesota has been named host of the 2026 @SpecialOlympics USA Games! 🥳 In June 2026, the Twin Cities will host 4,000 elite athletes, 10,000 volunteers, 1,500 coaches and 75,000 fans from all 50 states, Canada & the Caribbean. Learn more at https://t.co/i5zpW9xrPs. #2026USAGames

[Minnesota Department of Education @MnDeptEd]

The MN K-12 Academic Standards in Mathematics have been revised. We're looking for a diverse group of K–12 math, Special Education, and English Learner Teacher Leaders who will use their expertise to develop test specifications.

Apply by 9/14/22

https://t.co/oABI2lqn2V

[Minnesota Council on Disability @DisabilityMN]

The Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities posted their 2022 MN General Population Survey of Attitudes Towards People w/ Developmental Disabilities. Today, the attitudes are much different since 1962, when the council began surveying https://t.co/PpHMfQbh3s

[MN DCD Community of Practice @DCDCoP]

One more week left to register for the Charting the Cs Conference (https://t.co/fwAsi0nghv)!

[MN DCD Community of Practice @DCDCoP]

Three more weeks left to register for the Charting the Cs Conference (https://t.co/fwAsi0nghv)!

[MN DCD Community of Practice @DCDCoP]

Please see the Charting the Cs Schedule and Sessions Information (https://t.co/Mex58GIvyv) for details about the variety of presentations available as a live virtual event on November 4, 2021. All presentations will be recorded and available for review after the conference.

[MN DCD Community of Practice @DCDCoP]

Charting the Cs Conference Registration Open!

The Charting the Cs Conference Leadership Committee is excited to announce the Charting the Cs Conference (https://t.co/fwAsi0ER93) is open for registration. We are reunited, and it feels so good!

[MN DCD Community of Practice @DCDCoP]

The conference is opened with a keynote presentation by a highly regarded professional in the field of low incidence special education and followed by several breakout sessions addressing a variety of topics.

Register: https://t.co/OQOICOxbP6

[MN DCD Community of Practice @DCDCoP]

Free @CDCgov CVD-19 resources for ppl w/Intellectual & Dev. Disabilities use illustrations for those developing lit. skills to explain key prevention behaviors:
1.Getting vaccinated
2.Getting CVD test
3.Handwash
4.Wearing mask
5.Keeping safe distance
https://t.co/wggGkbaqv6

[MN DCD Community of Practice @DCDCoP]

The @CDCgov has co-developed a new suite of CVD-19 Materials for ppl w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and Care Providers

Resources include:
•Videos
•Posters
•Social stories
•Interactive activities

https://t.co/wggGkbaqv6

[Minnesota Olmstead Implementation Office @MnOlmstead]

March is #WomensHistoryMonth and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Today we celebrate Kayla McKeon! McKeon is the first registered lobbyist with Down syndrome in Washington, D.C.

[Minnesota Department of Education @MnDeptEd]

The Wisconsin-Minnesota Comprehensive Center (WMCC) is conducting a survey on the experiences of Minnesota educators, families and students during the 2020-21 school year. Share your thoughts at https://t.co/0k9WKqgiuu More languages⬇️

[Special Olympics Minnesota @SOMinnesota]

We're back at the virtual Capitol to meet with Congress & ask for their continued support of our inclusive programs.

Today we're joined by Thomas, Nick & Rose, three students from Roosevelt High School! Thank you @RepHagedorn for taking our first meeting of the day. #SOHillDay

[Minnesota Department of Education @MnDeptEd]

Minnesota is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive education for all Minnesota children. Inclusive Schools Recognition Week is an opportunity for school communities to work together to ensure all students feel safe and welcome in school.