Teach4ME-207 Virtual Summer Conference for Special Educators & Paraprofessionals August 16 & 17, 2022 8:30am-2:45pm
Our conference will be held virtually with an opportunity for social networking, resource materials, and professional growth. Day 1 is designed for all special educators and paraprofessionals with keynote by Dr. Paige Fournier, multiple self-selected breakout sessions throughout the day, and an end-of-day presentation by Maine Department of Education, Office of Special Services Team. Day 2 is customized for special education teachers with 5 years or less of teaching experience focusing on 3 priority topics with large group presentations followed by facilitated breakout sessions and an end-of-day presentation overview of Maine's Special Educator Engagement, Development and Support (SEEDS) program. Day 2 will also serve as a kick-off to a year-long professional development and collegiality series during the 2022-2023 school year for new special education teachers. See conference flyer below for agenda, session descriptions, and cost. Contact hours will be provided
Keynote Speaker: Welcome Dr. Paige Fournier, Special Educator at Freeport Middle School, 2021 Cumberland County Teacher of the Year, 2022 Maine Teacher of the Year Finalist, and 1 of 100 educators from around the world in celebration of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)'s 100th anniversary (100 Stories). exceptionalchildren.org/100/stories/dr-paige-fournier
MADSEC reserves MADSEC Cancellation Policy for Conference Registration If you need to cancel your registration, you must submit written notification to MADSEC at least 10 days in advance for a refund. We accept and encourage sending a substitute when your circumstances require it.
