Host Matt Koumalats is joined by Jason Norman to discuss the upcoming New Counselor Institute.

This is the first episode in our new series titled Unlocking Potential: Special Education Perspectives. Hosts Danielle Holbrook Compton and Winston Smith will guide you through the ever changing world of SPED.

In this episode of 16 in 6 we speak with Matt Miller the keynote for our upcoming conference on artificial intelligence.

Join us at Region 16 to explore the latest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for education.  This event is an innovative and exciting professional development summit designed to equip educators with the knowledge, skills, and tools to effectively integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their classrooms. We have some innovative speakers at this event, including: Matt Miller of Ditch That Textbook; Dr. Bruce Ellis, Director of Professional Development for TCEA; Dr. Julene Reed, Dynamic EdTech Leader; and Eric Curts, Control Alt Achieve. Lunch will be provided by Promethean. Click here to register: https://www.escweb.net/tx_r16/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=956533

In this episode we speak with the 2023 Day 2 SPED Camp Keynote Anissa Moore. SPED Camp in on June 5th and 6th this year. Click the link for more information and to register today. https://www.esc16.net/apps/pages/SPEDCAMP?fbclid=IwAR1l2r7REeoTATQUZD2KF0jfvsX4IeAPGcWUHVAsOVfFZKtHjZB8mAbiXhg

In this episode of 16 in 6 we speak with the 2023 SPED Camp Day 1 keynote Phuong Lien Palafox. Click here for more information: https://www.esc16.net/apps/pages/SPEDCAMP?fbclid=IwAR1l2r7REeoTATQUZD2KF0jfvsX4IeAPGcWUHVAsOVfFZKtHjZB8mAbiXhg

SPED Camp is always one of Region 16's most popular conferences. Find out why you should reserve your spot today in this quick preview. https://www.escweb.net/tx_r16/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=936700

Pragmatic Organization of Dynamic Display - January 19th-20th PODD Training is a two-day course that will demonstrate the use of a Pragmatic Organization of Dynamic Display (PODD) approach developed by Gayle Porter (Melbourne, Australia). Participants will learn strategies for creating multi-modal language learning environments that provide receptive models and expressive opportunities for language development, as well as strategies for teaching and using PODD with children and their communication partners. Participants will have an opportunity for hands-on practice https://www.escweb.net/tx_r16/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=907421

Have you ever thought about helping students with Orientation/Mobility or Visual Impairment issues? In this episode we discuss how this unique teaching opportunity might be the perfect fit for you. 

Please join us for this special edition of 16 in 6 where we discuss our upcoming School Safety Summit. You’ll hear from special guests Dr. Leigh Wall, the retired Santa Fe ISD Superintendent, and Chief Craig Miller the retired Dallas PD Deputy Chief & Dallas ISD Chief of Police. You won’t want to miss this episode.