Vanessa Smith

Coordinator of Special Education, Behavior Support; California Autism Professional Training and Information Network (CAPTAIN) Leader

[SAUSD Special Education/SELPA @SAUSDspecialed]

Thank you to our amazing @SantaAnaUSD teachers for all that you do - the influence of a teacher can never be erased #WEareSAUSD #BetterTogether #SAUSDstrong

[Vanessa Smith @VSmithBCBA]

Someone with autism has taught me that love needs no words. When we listen with our hearts, the meaning is clear. Happy Autism Awareness Day. 💙 @SAUSDspecialed @captain_ebps @autismspeaks #lightitupblueforautism #AutismAwareness

[Vanessa Smith @VSmithBCBA]

Happy World Down Syndrome Day!! 💙💛 I’m so proud to celebrate and advocate for the rights, inclusion, and well-being of people with Down syndrome. Don’t forget to #rockyoursocks today! @SAUSDspecialed

[#wouldntchangeathing @Wouldntchangea1]

What Do You See?
We are delighted to share our World Down Syndrome Day 2020 Campaign with you.
Please join us in using the hashtags & the frame for WDSD2020 and flooding social media with positivity and beautiful images.
#WhatDoYouSee #ISee #WDSD2020
https://t.co/sssgBecBlW

[CASEL @caselorg]

From the National Association of School Psychologists: Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource https://t.co/7p6yYcF5YL @nasponline

[Vanessa Smith @VSmithBCBA]

@LisaMSLP @WeLearn2Learn Aww Lisa! I just saw this! Thanks girl! 11 years and counting! 🥰

[Vanessa Smith @VSmithBCBA]

@SausdClimate @WeLearn2Learn @JennyJennysosa @SAUSDspecialed Thank you so much! 🥰

[Vanessa Smith @VSmithBCBA]

So proud of Ms. Dougan and her dedication to our Willard Intermediate students. She is channeling their talents and creating great opportunities for their futures with her cooking club. Cook on little chefs! 🥰#weareSAUSD #sausd #FoodNetwork @WillardInt @berthaibl @A_AronDowning

[Altalagi Dougan @AltalagiD]

Teach them how to redo the simplest ingredients to make a culinary masterpiece. These beautiful plates not only look amazing but the flavors were mind blowing!!! Cook on my little chefs!! #delicious #cooking #dessert #amazing #dinner #chef

[Vanessa Smith @VSmithBCBA]

@WeLearn2Learn @SAUSDspecialed Aww!! Thank you Karin!! I felt the same way about your presentation on ACEs and Trauma. Every time I hear you speak about mental health, and share your knowledge and experience, I beam with pride. I’m so honored to be your colleague! 🥰

[Lee Ann Jung, PhD @leeannjung]

✳️Tier 3 intervention is NOT the same as special education. Not all students who need intensive support have an #IEP. Not all students with an IEP need intensive support. #LeadInclusion

[Vanessa Smith @VSmithBCBA]

Can’t forget @stowers_gregory, Brandon, and Emma on this list! 🙈 So grateful for your hard work, and the support you provide our team and students!

[Vanessa Smith @VSmithBCBA]

Happy Valentine’s Day to the SAUSD Special Education Department. You are some of the most knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated professionals I know. Thank you for inspiring me everyday! @SAUSDspecialed @HelgueraMayra @JulianaSauvao @HectorCeniceros @markbello62

[Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher]

Teamwork makes the dream work! What's your favorite part of collaborating with fellow #TeacherLeaders? 👇 #SchoolCulture #TeacherPD

[Vanessa Smith @VSmithBCBA]

@MarciDallazenMA @pattyBsausd @LisaMSLP @LisaRSAUSD @sullivanasausd @gabbypalosaari @JennyJennysosa @jolenebowman19 @WeLearn2Learn @MrVSAUSD #SAUSD #BetterTogether #WeareSAUSD

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

Behavior is often cited as a barrier prohibiting students from accessing instruction. Thx to @PortViewPrep & @CADeptEd for joining w/SIP to support stakeholders in creating more inclusive environments.
Session recording: https://t.co/9qGKk9rkHc
Resources: https://t.co/Qe83YNcrgE

[Kent McIntosh @_kentmc]

Let’s #ditchtheclip and replace it with more effective #pbis strategies https://t.co/rLddDFwD4A

[Vanessa Smith @VSmithBCBA]

SAUSD Teacher Residency Mentors learning the art of coaching and how to support our future educators. #TIPS #WeareSAUSD #SAUSD #SAUSDResidencyGrant #Mentorpathways @gabbypalosaari