Resources

EasterSeals Crossroads ATLAS Project

"The ATLAS Project offers an Equipment Lending Library, a no-cost service, that loans assistive technology devices, tool, apps and resource materials...

Indiana Educational Resource Center

The IERC is a statewide, centralized repository of Accessible Education Materials (AEM) for school-age students who are blind or visually impaired,...

English Leaner PD Calendar

A calendar of professional development events of interest to English learner educators in Indiana. 

Special Education PD Calendar

A calendar of professional development events of interest to special educators in Indiana. 

English Leaners and Evaluation for Special Education

This document outlines the Article 7 requirements that should be considered closely when evaluating ELs with a suspected disability.

Teaching English Language Learners

This module helps teachers understand second language acquisition, the importance of academic English, and instructional practices that will enhance...

Dual Language Learners with Disabilities

This module offers an overview of young children who are dual language learners. Further, it highlights the importance of maintaining children and...

Parent and Student Forms: Preparing for the IEP Meeting

These forms were developed to help IEP teams work with parents and students to gather information and perspectives prior to the IEP meeting to ensure...

IEP Team Meeting Guide for Families

This resource includes information to consider before, during, and after the IEP meeting. It includes information about the parts of the meeting,...

IEP Tip Sheet for Parents: An Overview of the IEP

This tip sheet, An Overview of the IEP: What to Know About Your Child's IEP and How It is Developed is intended to help parents understand the key...

IEP Tip Sheet for Parents: The IEP Team

This tip sheet reviews the members of the IEP team and their roles. It highlights required members and additional members who may be beneficial in...

Special Education and Your Child: FAQ's for Multilingual Families

When children require special education services, or might require them, parents may have many questions. This information can help.

WIDA Self-Paced Workshops

WIDA Professional Learning provides online workshops that allow educators in the WIDA Consortium to access on-demand, interactive learning...

Advancing ALTELLA toolkit

This video describes the elements of the Advancing ALTELLA toolkit.  The elements in this toolkit are designed to support educational teams and...

English Learner Toolkit for State and Local Education Agencies

The tool kit is designed to help state and local education agencies (SEAs and LEAs) in meeting their legal obligations to ELs and in providing all...

OSEP Fast Facts: Students with Disabilities Who Are English Learners Served Under IDEA Part B

The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) provides data about students with disabilities who are English learners served under Part B

English Learners with Significant Disabilities: Part 2

There are many resources available to help family members and educators develop IEPs that will help to provide high quality, accessible instructional...

English Learners with Significant Cognitive Disabilities: Part 1

Join this session to learn foundational information about English learners with significant cognitive disabilities in Indiana.  We will reflect...

Parents' Ultimate Guide to AI Companions and Relationships

This guide from Common Sense Media discusses define AI companions, why children might use them, key concerns, and safety tips. 

ILEARN Rubric: Narrative Writing

Narrative Writing Rubric for ILEARN Through-Year Summative Performance Task (Grades 3-8)