SEAC members have been producing infographics depicting important topics that impact students with disabilities. Our goal is to share them with special education stakeholders as a way of starting a conversation around expanding awareness and finding solutions to complex problems. Do you have an idea for an inforgraphic? Email us with your ideas!
Decide if your child will be working towards a high school diploma or a certificate of completion before your child starts high school. Download a PDF hereSEAC believes in appropriate inclusion for all students. Nā Hopena A‘o (“HĀ”) is the Department of Education’s framework of outcomes that reflects the core values and beliefs in action throughout the public educational system of Hawaii. To learn more about HA, click here. Download PDF here
Talk to your IEP to determine which path is right for your child. Download a PDF hereThe concept of educational inclusion has been around for a long time and has been implemented over the years with varying success. We know that inclusion, when done correctly, can increase positive outcomes in all children at any age. This infographic aims to bust some of the most prevalent myths about inclusion and look at it with fresh new eyes. Download PDF here
DOE Guidelines, updated October 2021 give IEP teams more talking points as they discuss ESY for a student. Download the ESY Guidelines here.
If a child is on the verge of a new critical skill, like toileting, communication, behavior or academics, they would qualify for ESY. Download the infographics here.
This infographic is targeted for families to help them understand who makes up the core members of the IEP Team, as required under IDEA, and what other role groups might be in attendance. The design of the infographic imparts the message that the student and his or her parents are at the heart of all decision-making and goals for future success. Download PDF here NEW!! Download a Companion Document for this infographic to explain the different positions and people who may attend your IEP meeting. Download PDF here
This infographic aims to help parents be more knowledgeable about support staff who, in addition to their child’s teacher, may be assigned to assist their child with academic, behavioral and self-help needs. It also clarifies which individuals are licensed to supervise paraprofessional staff implementing behavior intervention plans (BIPs). Download PDF here
Families who have children with disabilities who have behaviors at home or at school that are getting in the way of learning are guided to a process to bring their concerns to their child’s IEP team. The infographic also offers information on what assessments and services may be provided and how to monitor progress. Download PDF here
To download a PDF, click here SEAC is working on a companion document with more information on how to access school supports and evaluations for special education when students move from a private school into public school. Stay tuned!
Aimed at summarizing Hawaii’s continuum of student supports for educators, this two-page infographic describes the three tiers of support available for students’ academic, behavior, social-emotional, and physical needs. Common terms are explained and an example of a student receiving multi-level supports is shared.
Parent-school partnerships help to maximize the educational benefit to the student with disabilities and develop trust and respect among IEP team members. Using the five “C”s–communication, consideration, collaboration, creativity, and confidence–this infographic provides tips to both families and DOE staff and providers. Download PDF here
Below is our first shared infographic that grew out of Hawaii’s State Systemic Improvement Plan (SSIP) efforts to improve reading achievement for children with IEPs from Kindergarten through 4th grade. This infographic is targeted toward families, to encourage home/school partnership in supporting young children to develop reading skills. Download PDF here
Whether your child has a medical condition from birth or recently diagnosed by a doctor, you may need to coordinate services for your child while they are at school. This handy infographic shows you the steps and who is responsible for each step so your child can be happy, healthy and ready to learn at school. Download PDF here
Hawaii has traditionally been behind other states in seeking reimbursement from the federal government for special education related services provided to students with Medicaid eligibility. The following infographic is intended for families to encourage their consent for the process of Medicaid claiming. Download PDF here
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