April 25, 2025 Evaluation Specialist/ARD Manager Meeting

Multiple Choice

What does ESY stand for in the context of educational meetings?

• Extended School Year

• Education System Year

• Elementary School Year

• Evaluation School Year

Multiple Choice

Which document provides guidance for district ARD representation?

• MRE FlowChart

• SL Employee Handbook

• Guidance for District ARD Representation

• TAC Amendments Companion Document

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the ARD Facilitation Manual mentioned in the SPED Academics Updates?

• To guide classroom management

• To assist in special education meetings

• To provide lesson plans

• To evaluate teacher performance

Open Ended

What about placing students in dyslexia instruction when they have previously complete/discontinued Neuhaus instruction?

Open Ended

Explain the significance of specially designed instruction (SDI) in dyslexia instruction.

Multiple Choice

What is the role of ARDC in determining a student's needs for dyslexia instruction?

• To provide funding

• To review PLAAFP data

• To assign teachers

• To conduct parent meetings

Multiple Choice

What is the role of ARDC in determining a student's needs for dyslexia instruction?

• Reviewing PLAAFP data

• Projecting end dates for instruction

• Designing instruction

• Conducting Neuhaus instruction

Open Ended

What about placing students in dyslexia instruction when they have previously completed/discontinued Neuhaus instruction?

Multiple Choice

When will the registration for the Summer Dyslexia Institute 2025 open?

• March 3, 2025

• April 1, 2025

• February 28, 2025

• March 15, 2025

Multiple Select

How does the Diagnostician/PDI collaboration ensure student progress in dyslexia instruction?

• By scheduling meetings

• By reviewing progress reports

• By conducting exams

• By assigning homework

Multiple Choice

What must be included in the ARD committee when considering special education eligibility for dyslexia?

• A licensed dyslexia therapist

• A general education teacher

• A school principal

• A parent of the student

Multiple Choice

What are the key areas of knowledge required for a member of the ARD committee when considering special education eligibility for dyslexia?

• The reading process, dyslexia and related disorders, dyslexia instruction

• Mathematics, science, and history

• Physical education, art, and music

• Technology, engineering, and design

Open Ended

What about placing students in dyslexia instruction when they have previously completed/discontinued Neuhaus instruction?

Multiple Choice

Which data points are considered for making a decision to discontinue dyslexia/dysgraphia services?

• MAP Reading, STAAR, Mastery Checks, DIBELS, Classroom observations

• Parent feedback, student interest, teacher recommendations

• Extracurricular activities, sports performance, art skills

• Attendance records, behavior reports, peer interactions

Multiple Choice

What steps are involved when a student no longer needs specially designed instruction for dyslexia with additional disability?

• Convene an ARD Meeting, Review PLAAFP, Document ARD decision, Provide Notice of Proposal

• Convene a parent-teacher conference, Review extracurricular activities, Provide a report card

• Organize a school event, Review sports achievements, Provide a certificate

• Conduct a science fair, Review art projects, Provide a scholarship

Open Ended

What is the purpose of the Social Skills Camp mentioned in the slides?

Multiple Choice

What is the deadline for the ESY google form?

• March 28, 2025

• April 1, 2025

• May 1, 2025

• June 1, 2025

Multiple Choice

What are the two main reminders mentioned in the ESY Reminder slides?

• Submit ESY google form and update transportation forms

• Submit ESY google form and full student packets

• Update transportation forms and full student packets

• Submit full student packets and social skills camp forms

Open Ended

Explain the importance of using multiple sources of data for a comprehensive evaluation.

Open Ended

What does 'preponderance of data' mean in the context of SLD identification?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT required for SLD eligibility?

• Significant variance in cognitive function

• Preponderance of evidence

• Standardized scores

• Multiple sources of data

Open Ended

What topics were covered in the meeting according to the agenda?

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the QR codes shown in the image?

• To access a digital attendance link and a Google Form for questions

• To download meeting materials

• To connect to a Wi-Fi network

• To register for the next meeting