Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson is joined by Leander ISD’s Kristen Clifford, Special Education Team Lead and Avery Barerra, Career and Technical Education (CTE) Coordinator for a conversation all about our Career and Technical Education(CTE) Programs. Explore how students with disabilities can access CTE programs, what families should know when planning for the future, and how schools and families can work together to help students discover their interests, build valuable skills, and prepare for life.
This Collaborative Partners podcast series provides a platform to continue the discussion around supporting our Special Programs families and enhancing educational experiences for every student. Our goal is to bring together voices and insights that empower families and foster collaboration among key stakeholders in the journey toward a meaningful future.
Episode 1 –Unlocking Opportunities with Career & Technical Education
Ashley starts by asking Kristen and Avery about themselves (00:42). Later, they have a conversation centered around:
- What is CTE (2:52)
- Exploring Programs of Study (3:36)
- CTE and Special Programs Partnership (5:27)
- The ARD and Transition Planning (8:32)
- Modifications and Accommodations (10:16)
- Ways to Collaborate (11:39)
Resources:
- Special Programs Parent Advisory Council Resources
- Leander ISD Career and Technical Education (CTE)
- Transition Planning Meeting One Pagers
- Elementary VISIT One Pager for Families
- Secondary VISIT One Pager for Families
- PCP One Pager for Families
- AEPT One Pager for Families
- ACT on Life One Pager for Families
- Plan for Life One Pager for Families
- Collaborative Partners Question Form
- Special Programs Handbook
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