In the inaugural podcast for the Special Programs’ department – Collaborative Partners – Ashley Anderson, the Special Programs Parent Liaison, is joined by Assistive Technology Specialist Cici Fritts to discuss Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Awareness.
Read More#1LISD Board member Trish Bode stops by SELF: 18+ Transition Services to find out what goals the students are setting for themselves. Transition services provide young adults, 18 to 22 years old, with the skills and knowledge necessary for successful transition into community and adult living.
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Leander ISD is thrilled to announce Paige Collier, an established leader within the district, as the newest Assistant Superintendent of Special Programs and Services, State and Federal Programs.
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During its March 28 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Glenn HS
* Newest Elementary School Named After Long-Time Trustee
* Instructional Materials Selection Process Update
* Approved Resolution Directs LISD to Share Feedback on Proposed Dyslexia Rules from the State
* Discussion for Secondary Attendance Zones for 2024–25
During its March 7 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Student Athletic Trainers
* Board Recognitions
* Special Programs Update
* Bond 2023 Project Status: Special Education 18+ Transition Services & Science Materials joint buildings
* Bond 2023: Project Funds Released For LHS Masterplan’s Phase 1 Construction
* Leading Measures Data Tracks Key Focus Areas for District Improvement
Leander ISD staff and students, and community members from around Central Texas came together on Saturday Feb. 24, 2024 at McNeil High School in Round Rock ISD, for this years annual “Destination… Life” Transition Fair and Conference.
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Leander Independent School District’s Special Education Department is preparing to destroy personally identifiable information which was maintained to provide educational services for qualifying
students.
During its Nov. 9 meeting, the LISD Board agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Wiley MS
* Board Recognitions
* One-time retention payment approved for LISD staff
* LISD continues pursuit of in-house police department in response to Texas House Bill 3
* Formative Review: Empowered Student Learning
* Initial discussion in creating the 2024–25 academic calendar
* Updates from two teams providing student support: Counseling Services and School Psychologists
Leander ISD’s vocational and 18+ students were recognized and celebrated along with their teachers and local community business partners at the annual Leander Independent Vocational Education (LIVE) Celebration April 26.
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During its March 9 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Westside ES
* Board Recognition
* Approving Special Education stipends & supplemental pay for 2023–24
* Discussing Formative Review: Empowered Staff presentation
* Trustees sharing their learning from recent professional development opportunities
