From Colleen Funderburg
In 
of NEW team members in our Special Programs department for 2021-22 school year!
Hiring a RECORDS CLERK 
This team does very important and incredible work behind the scenes to support our special education teams. We’re very thankful for their contributions. If you know of anyone that may be interested in joining the Records Clerk team here is a link to more information about the vacancy.
Hiring SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERS
We have a variety of teaching positions available. Please encourage individuals to look on our website at all the postings if you believe they would be a great addition to our team. We are planning to hold interviews for these positions the week of March 29th. More specific information about our full-time, regular postings can be found here: Bend Area Teacher; La Pine Area Teacher
Every student in GRADE 8 MUST have the transition portion of the IEP completed to finalize the IEP. If you need support or resources, please reach out to any of our team members!
Tips and Tricks in Synergy – Behavior Intervention Plan
Did you know that the behavior intervention plan in Synergy carries forward just as the IEP does in each future process? What a time saver! When you are reviewing the behavior support plan that was created in Synergy SE in your IEP meeting you do not have to start over; you will be able to review what was finalized previously and then update or edit.
S.O.A.R. Update
Our S.O.A.R program is located at Pacific Crest Middle School. S.O.A.R. (Social Cognition. Organization. Advocacy. Relationships) is designed to meet the unique needs of middle school students who have an Individualized Education Program and eligibility of Autism who experience High Functioning Autism (HFA). The S.O.A.R team has conducted file reviews and teacher interviews and has finalized the selection of students for the 2021-22 school year. Students selected will receive an official letter from the district offering a spot in the program. For the students not selected, email communication will be sent to the school team. This month the team will conduct additional observations, then in April and May transition IEP meetings for the prospective students will be held.
ESY 2021
Here’s your link to the ESY 2021 forms
ESY Decision Making Guidelines
ESY Checklist & Timeline
ESY Parent Info/Consent Form (Eng & Sp)
GRO-EXCEL Parent Consent (Eng & Sp)
ESY Informational Flyer
ESY Materials box tag
(all also found on our Portal – under ESY docs and forms).
https://portal.bend.k12.or.us/special-programs/content/esy-extended-school-year
GRO EXCEL information is still to come…
Parks & Rec usually has three offerings within GRO/EXCEL: GRO or EXCEL, Extended Adventures and Camp. We will pay for any ONE of these. Please make sure to mark which on the parent consent form as there is a price difference for Camp.
ESY Transportation
** A transportation plan MUST be filled specifically for ESY. Here is the link.
** Please remember to send Denise Sevigny a PDF of the filled plan (for ESY teachers)
From Behavior Coaches
NOMINATE A CO-WORKER FOR THE POWER OF ONE!
Do you work with someone who is an example of the Power of One? Do they show up each day as a caring adult, forging strong relationships in order to facilitate positive growth and build resilience in our students?
If so, please email one of the Behavior Coaches below. Please be sure to include 2-3 detailed sentences outlining the reason why your nominee should be selected to receive the Power of One award. These awards are open to ANY Bend – La Pine employee. Thank You.
Struggling to support your own resilience during these difficult times? Please consider checking out one of these free virtual affinity spaces. The right group is waiting for you. Just click the link to join. Oregon Helpers Wellness Affinity Groups
NEUROSEQUENTIAL MODEL – Over the next several weeks, we will be highlighting Dr. Bruce Perry’s work, The Neurosequential Model in Education. Dr. Perry’s work is based on an understanding of the structure and sequential nature of the brain, which can help educators increase their students’ engagement in learning and mitigate behavioral problems. Listen as Dr. Perry describes the model and its significant impact on how we interact with our students, our own children, and each other.
Stress, Trauma and the Brain Episode 2 – How Stress Impacts Brain Function Stress is a natural part of life and we all experience it daily. However, we don’t often think about what stress does to our brain, our ability to learn new concepts, get along with others, or recall information. Dr. Perry discusses the impact of stress on students and teachers, and explains how creating a safe, secure environment is critical to allowing students to reach their full potential. The video is 5-minutes long and will change how you think about your students.
Looking to add a little Sleep, Meditation or Relaxation into your life or classroom? Try the Calm App for Free!
”Tier 1 and More” Blog
The Behavior Coaches blog is full of resources for PBIS, Social-Emotional Learning, Trauma-Informed Practices and more.
Mental Health Provider Directory
Looking for a comprehensive list of Mental Health Providers in Central Oregon? This website organizes medical providers by symptom, insurance, language, and specialization.
Bend LaPine Schools District Website: Student Mental Health and Families in Need
If You Or Someone You Know Is In Crisis: Contact the Deschutes County Crisis Clinic by phone at (541) 322-7500 extension 9, or call 1-(800) 875-7364. Walk In hours are available Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Saturday and Sunday 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM.