Eligibility Categories in Oregon Special Education Part 1

Have you heard about the changes impacting education related to Senate Bill 13 and 16? These two important pieces of legislation are going to change several key parts of the eligibility and special education process. You don’t want to miss this two-part episode!

In part one, Venus talks with Tenneal Wetherell, Assistant Superintendent in the Office of Enhancing Student Opportunities at the Oregon Department of Education (ODE). This episode highlights how and why Senate Bill 13 and 16 aim to reduce barriers and increase the asset based approach to our work as educators. Both Senate Bills hope to achieve a more equitable eligibility process for students and families while also streamlining processes for teachers.

Tenneal shares a number of reasons why such changes will help families, students, and teachers. She and Venus discuss a number of supports that ODE is offering to ensure ease of use, seamless transition, and effective implementation. Listen in to grow. 

 

Resources:

Senate Bill 13

Senate Bill 16

District Support Specialist Contacts 

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