December 2020 Newsletter
In this issue, BASC will share valuable information on:


Special Education in Relation to IEP Goals, Behavioral Intervention Plans and Social Skills
According to recent findings of Mental Health America, nearly 390,000 people indicated moderate-to-severe levels of anxiety and depression since being screened at the start of the pandemic. Over 130,000 people have reported frequent thoughts of suicide. These trends are even more pronounced in young people with more than 90% being screened with moderate-to-severe depression and more than 80% being screened with moderate-to-severe anxiety. For many adolescents, school is the primary provider of mental health services. The closure of many schools due to the COVID-19 pandemic has presented numerous challenges for education leaders and mental health professionals to provide quality mental health supports. Remote learning, social distancing, isolation, and overall feelings of anxiety have exacerbated the already worsening mental health of many students, especially of those in vulnerable or marginalized populations. We are facing a mental health crisis and now more than ever it is vital that students are given the supports they need.
 
Developing quality special education for students with disabilities is crucial in the cultivation of their skills and abilities. Individualized Education Programs (IEP) are a great option for said students, as they can be customized for their specific needs such as behavior or social skill support.



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IDEA and the IEP
As an overview, it is important to understand the laws behind special education and the protection of students with disabilities. This is a brief explanation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that facilitated the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEP). Click to continue reading
Subsequently, understanding the basis of IEPs and what these programs must contain is also crucial. This resource includes the general purpose of IEPs and student intervention specific content that is required by law under the IDEA.
IDEA and State Regulations for Special Education 
Using the IDEA as a foundation, South Carolina further developed state regulations for special education services. This is comprehensive list of state policies that have been put into effect.
 
Alternative Services For Children with Disabilities

As not all children with disabilities qualify for the IDEA, it is necessary to have alternative services to ensure that these students also receive quality education and support. This is a brief discussion regarding these services and standards such as the Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS).


Click the Image for more information about A Day in Our Shoes and the IEP Goal Bank

The IDEA leaves much room for states to build upon the basic federal requirements. As each state varies in how they address special need education, South Carolina's methodology should be noted. This is a guide developed by the state of South Carolina for implementing special needs policies.

 

As previously mentioned, student needs addressed by IEPs can include behavioral interventions and social skill building. As IEPs vary widely and can include a plethora of different goals and objectives across programs. This is a general list of goal and objectives for IEPs. 

Links to More Resources

Upcoming FREE Webinar:
Behavior and the IEP

Thursday, December 17th 2020 at 4:00pm

Dianne Bennett and Lisa McCliment

Education Associates,

Office of Special Education Services,

South Carolina Department of Education

 

CLICK BELOW TO REGISTER NOW: 

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2kQNRmm6R7KuK1pqmyEBww 

 


This webinar will provide guidance for IEP teams in developing an IEP that addresses behavior and the importance of assuring measurable positive outcomes.

 

 

A recorded version of this presentation will be available through the BASC Webinar Archives at https://schoolbehavioralhealth.org/basc/webinars/, highlighting the efforts of the SCDE
Office of  Special Education Services

Additional Resources
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My name is Kelsey Thomas and I am a senior studying psychology and studio art here at the University of South Carolina. I plan to pursue a Masters of Social Work degree in order to facilitate the development of mental health supports for at-risk youth. You can find me weightlifting at the gym, chilling (productively) in the research lab or caked in clay sculpting mushrooms somewhere.
This newsletter is made possible by the South Carolina Department of Education - Office of Special Education Services grant funding to establish the Behavioral Alliance of South Carolina (BASC).
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