Advisory Commission on Special Education Members
- Havaughnia Hayes-White, Chair
Vacant, Vice Chair
Michele Andrus
Elizabeth Estes
Victoria Graf
Dawn Hamilton
April Lopez
Sarah Notch
Christine Oyakawa
Gloria Ruiz
Heather Snipes
Barbara Sorter
Jeannine Topalian
David M. Toston
Legislative Members
- Honorable Richard Pan, Senate
- Vacant, Assembly
State Board of Education Liaison
Ms. Alison Yoshimoto-Towery, Liaison, State Board of Education
Executive Secretary
- Heather Calomese, Director, Special Education Division
California Department of Education
Agenda times are approximate and are provided for convenience only. Items may be re-ordered to be heard on any day of the noticed meeting or on a subsequent agenda. The order of business may be changed without notice. Every effort will be made to webcast this meeting in its entirety, but some portions may not be webcast due to logistical constraints.
Reasonable Accommodation for Any Individual With a Disability
Pursuant to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, any individual with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a meeting or function of the Advisory Commission on Special Education (ACSE), may request assistance by contacting the Special Education Division (SED), 1430 N Street, Suite 2401, Sacramento, CA, 95814; telephone, 916-445-4602; fax, 916-327-3706.
Advisory Commission on Special Education
| Meeting Schedule | Meeting Location |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, February 15, 2023 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time ± |
California Department of Education |
| Thursday, February 16, 2023 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time ± |
California Department of Education 1430 N Street, Room 1101 Sacramento, California 916-445-4602 |
Advisory Commission on Special Education Meeting Logistics
Members of the public may view the meeting by live webcast, which will subsequently be archived on the ACSE Meeting Webcasts web page.
The February 15‒16, 2023, ACSE meeting will be held at the California Department of Education (CDE), at the address noted above. The CDE building will be open to the public, however capacity may be limited in order to allow for physical distancing and members of the public are strongly encouraged to wear masks.
Public Comment Guidelines
Public comment may be via email, phone, or in-person, as specified below.
The public is highly encouraged to submit written comment to the ACSE members in advance for prior consideration. In order to ensure Commissioners have time to review comments, please submit comments by noon on Friday, February 10, 2023. However, comments received after that time will be forwarded to Commission members until the day of the meeting. Comments should be submitted to the ACSE mailbox at ACSE@cde.ca.gov. The following information should be included in the body of the email: (1) commenter’s first and last name, (2) organization affiliation, (3) agenda item number or general public comment.
Phone
Public comment may also be provided by dialing the phone number and participant access code that will be provided on February 15‒16, 2023, and then following the operator’s prompts. Upon dialing in, callers will be added to a caller queue. The operator will notify callers when it is their turn to provide public comment. Public comment will be limited to one minute for each agenda item unless otherwise specified by the ACSE. Members of the public wishing to dial in for public comment should view the live-stream of the meeting. The number and access code will be provided at the start of public comment for each item.
Prior to making public comment, speakers who are watching the meeting via live webcast should make sure the volume on their computer is muted to avoid echoing or feedback during the call.
In-Person
Public comment may also be provided in-person at the ACSE meeting. However, capacity may be limited to allow for physical distancing and members of the public are strongly encouraged to wear masks. Individuals who wish to comment on a specific agenda item or provide general public comment must sign up on the public comment roster prior to public comment. Public comment will be limited to one minute for each agenda item unless otherwise specified by the ACSE.
Agenda Item Materials
Agenda item materials, including presentation materials, are available by sending a request for copies to ACSE@cde.ca.gov.
ACSE Operations and Planning Committee
Wednesday, February 15, 2023, 8:30 to 9 a.m. Pacific Time
California Department of Education
1430 N Street,
Room 1101
Sacramento, California
Members of the ACSE Operations and Planning Committee will meet prior to the start of the ACSE meeting to discuss the operations of the ACSE.
- Election for 2022–23 Vice Chair Position
- Annual ACSE Capitol Visit/Legislation Day
- Revisiting the Public's Call for Advance Access to ACSE Meeting Materials/Documents
- What is 508 Compliance/What does 508 Compliance Look Like
- What are the Barriers Preventing 508 Compliant Materials/Documents and Advance Access
- Update Regarding ACSE's Annual Report Posted on the CDE ACSE web page
- Upcoming Commission Business Connected to the Implementation of Senate Bill (SB) 291
- ACSE Chair Establishment of New Committee and Appointment of Co-Chairs (i.e. Mentorship and Training Committee)
- Review of Annual ACSE Budget in Preparation for Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
- Multiple Modes of Access to ACSE Meeting Materials for All Commissioners
ACSE Bylaws Committee
Wednesday, February 15, 2023, 9 to 9:30 a.m. Pacific Time
California Department of Education
1430 N Street,
Room 1101
Sacramento, California
Members of the ACSE Bylaws Committee will meet prior to the start of the ACSE meeting.
- Process for Updating ACSE 2019 Bylaws
- Suggested ACSE Bylaw Amendments and Proposed Language (i.e. Liaison Partnership Program and Student Commissioners)
- Upcoming Commission Business Connected to the Implementation of SB 291
- Review Timeline for Proposed Student Commissioner Appointments to ACSE for August 2023–24
Advisory Commission on Special Education
Wednesday, February 15, 2023, 10 a.m. Pacific Time
California Department of Education
1430 N Street, Room 1101
Sacramento, California
Begin Meeting
10 to 10:30 a.m. Pacific Time ±
- Call to Order: Roll Call
- Salute to the American Flag
- Communications and Announcements
- Re-Introduction of 2022–23 ACSE Commissioners
- Introduction of Director of State Special Schools and Services Division
- Introduction of State Board of Education (SBE) Board Member and Staff Liaisons
- Introduction of Current and Upcoming ACSE Annual Report Editors
- Review of Remaining ACSE 2022–23 In-Person Meeting Dates
- Review of Agenda: Day One
- Review of Public Comment Options
Item 1
10:30 to 11 a.m.
Election to Fill Vacancy of Vice Chair: The Commission will hold an election to fill the vacancy of Vice Chair for the remainder of the 2022–23 school year. (Item type: Information, Discussion, Action)
Item 2
11:05 to 11:50 a.m.
California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP): An overview of how the CCSPP supports schools’ efforts to partner with community agencies and local governments to align community resources to improve student outcomes. Presenters: Steve Zimmer, Deputy Superintendent of Student Support Services Branch, (CDE) and Pete Callas Director of College and Career Transition Division, (CDE). (Item type: Information, Discussion)
Item 3
11:55 a.m. to 12:25 p.m.
Annual Performance Report (APR): Staff from the California Department of Education (CDE), Special Education Division (SED), will provide an update on the 2021–22 Annual Performance Report. Presenter: Shiyloh Duncan-Becerril, Associate Director of Special Education, (CDE). (Item Type: Information, Discussion)
Item 4
12:30 to 1 p.m.
Special Education Director’s Report: An update on activities within the Special Education Division will be provided. Presenter: Shiyloh Duncan-Becerril, Associate Director of Special Education, (CDE). (Item Type: Information, Discussion, Action)
Lunch
1 to 2 p.m.
Item 5
2 to 3 p.m.
System Improvement Leads (SIL): The SIL team will share how they have connected Special Education Local Plan Areas (SELPAs), County Offices of Education (COE), and Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) throughout the state to resources with a focus on data use and governance, continuous improvement methodologies, and high leverage practices. Presenters: Tamara Clay, El Dorado SELPA and Leah Davis, Riverside County SELPA. (Item Type: Information, Discussion)
Item 6
3:05 to 3:35 p.m.
Commissioners, State Board of Education, and Director of State Special Schools Liaison Reports: An update from Commissioner Liaisons, State Board of Education (SBE) Liaison, and Director of State Special Schools (SSS) Liaison will be provided. Presenters: Commissioners (ACSE), Alison Yoshimoto-Towery (SBE), Nancy Hlibok Amann (SSS). (Item Type: Information, Discussion)
Item 7
3:40 to 3:55 p.m.
Operations and Planning (O&P) Committee and Bylaws Committee Reports: An update on the work of the ACSE O&P Committee will be provided. Presenter: Dr. Havaughnia Hayes-White, (ACSE) Chair. (Item Type: Information, Discussion, Action)
Item 8
4 to 4:40 p.m.
Recognition of State and County Special Education Teachers of the Year: Teachers will be honored/recognized for their exceptional service to students with disabilities and their families. Presenters: Sovantevy “Sovey” Long-Latteri, 2022 California Teacher of the Year and Caroline Ledeboer, 2022 Tehama County Teacher of the Year. (Item Type: Information, Discussion)
Item 9
4:45 to 5 p.m.
General Public Comment: General public comment is invited on any matter, including items not on the agenda. The ACSE is precluded from discussing matters not on the agenda; however, questions may be asked by Commissioners for clarification purposes. Issues raised by the public may be referred to a future meeting agenda. Chair reserves the right to establish time limits on presentations. (Item Type: Information)
Adjournment
5 p.m.
Adjournment of meeting, day one.
ACSE Grazer Outstanding Achievement in Learning Award Committee
Thursday, February 16, 2023, 8 to 8:30 a.m. Pacific Time
California Department of Education
1430 N Street,
Room 1101
Sacramento, California
Members of the ACSE Grazer Outstanding Achievement in Learning (GOAL) Award Committee will meet prior to the start of the ACSE meeting.
- Timeline for 2023 GOAL Award Application Process
- Possible Revisions to GOAL Award Application Form and/or Scoring Rubric
- Exploring Future Funding Options
ACSE Legislative and Policy Committee
Thursday, February 16, 2023, 8:30 to 9 a.m. Pacific Time
California Department of Education
1430 N Street, Room 1101
Sacramento, California
Members of the ACSE Legislative and Policy Committee will meet prior to the start of the ACSE meeting.
- Brief Review of the Legislative Cycle
- Brief Review of the Legislative and Policy Committee Process (Theory of Action and Equity Rubric)
- Remind Commissioners to Track Education Bills
- Preparing for Annual ACSE Capitol Visit/Legislation Day
ACSE Mental Health Committee
Thursday, February 16, 2023, 9 to 9:30 a.m. Pacific Time
California Department of Education
1430 N Street, Room 1101
Sacramento, California
Members of the ACSE Mental Health Committee will meet prior to the start of the ACSE meeting.
- Review of Mental Health Committee's Logic Model/Strategic Plan
- Follow-up Discussion Regarding the Community Schools Partnership Program Presentation
- Application of the Least Restrictive Environment in Community Schools
- Mental Health Services and Supports for Students with Disabilities in Community Schools
- Inclusion of ACSE Commissioners in Mental Health Committee Work
- ACSE Mental Health Committee Alignment with the California Child Welfare Council and the California Mental Health Oversight and Accountability Commission Recommendation(s)
Advisory Commission on Special Education
Thursday, February 16, 2023, 10 a.m. Pacific Time
California Department of Education
1430 N Street, Room 1101
Sacramento, California
Begin Meeting
10 to 10:10 a.m. Pacific Time ±
- Call to Order: Roll Call
- Salute to the American Flag
- Communications and Announcements
- Review of Agenda: Day Two
- Review of Public Comment Options
Item 10
10:10 to 11:10 a.m.
Mental Health Services Delivered to Students in California with Disabilities: Representatives from Special Education Local Plan Areas (SELPA) statewide will share how they provide direct, hands-on services within their regions. The collective impact of providing regional mental health services in the educational setting will be highlighted as will the unique nature of the services. Presenters: Veronica Coates, Tehama County SELPA; Pam Bender, Desert Mountain SELPA; Linda Llamas Desert Mountain SELPA; Tammy Bradford, Tulare County SELPA; Jennifer Newell, Tulare County SELPA; Ray Avila, Santa Barbara County SELPA; Alison Lindsey, Santa Barbara County SELPA. (Item Type: Information, Discussion)
Item 11
11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
California Transition Alliance Youth Leadership Cadre and Workgroup Item #1 (Senate Bill 291): Leadership from the California Transition Alliance (CATA) will open Workgroup Item #1 by sharing best practices for preparing/training students with disabilities for self-advocacy, employment, civic engagement, and leadership roles in California. Commissioners will then review the language written in SB 291 and revisit the current ACSE 2019 Bylaw language identified in “Section 2. Membership” AND “Section 3. Student Members.” Commissioners will then review/discuss proposed bylaw language for amending Section 2 AND Section 3. Presenters: Sue Sawyer, President (CATA); Dee Torrington, Leadership (CATA); Joyce Montgomery, Leadership (CATA); and Dr. Havaughnia Hayes-White, (ACSE) Chair. (Item Type: Information, Discussion)
Lunch
12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
Item 12
1:15 to 2:15 p.m.
Workgroup Item #2 (Proposed Bylaw Language for Article VI. Liaison & Upcoming ACSE Committee Work): Commissioners will review/discuss the proposed bylaw language for the Annual Liaison Partnership Program to amend Article VI. Liaison. Commissioners will also discuss upcoming committee work and collaboration regarding the Mentorship and Training Committee. (Item Type: Information, Discussion)
Item 13
2:20 to 3 p.m.
Workgroup Items 1 and 2 Progress Reports: An update on the work during offline breakout sessions will be provided. (Item Type: Information, Discussion, Action)
Item 14
3:05 to 3:15 p.m.
Mental Health Committee Report: An update on the work of the Mental Health Committee will be provided. Presenter: Commissioner Elizabeth Estes, (ACSE). (Item Type: Information, Discussion, Action)
Item 15
3:20 to 3:30 p.m.
Legislative and Policy Committee Report: An update on the work of the Legislative and Policy Committee will be provided. Presenters: Commissioner Sarah Notch, (ACSE) and Commissioner David Toston, (ACSE). (Item Type: Information, Discussion, Action)
Item 16
3:35 to 3:45 p.m.
Grazer Outstanding Achievement in Learning (GOAL) Award Committee Report: An update on the work of the GOAL Award Committee will be provided. Presenters: Commissioner Christine Oyakawa (ACSE) and Commissioner Dawn Hamilton, (ACSE). (Item Type: Information, Discussion, Action)
Item 17
3:50 to 4 p.m.
ACSE Agenda Building: Commissioners will suggest potential items for future ACSE meetings. (Item type: Information, Discussion)
Item 18
4:05 to 4:30 p.m.
General Public Comment: General public comment is invited on any matter, including items not on the agenda. The ACSE is precluded from discussing matters not on the agenda; however, questions may be asked by Commissioners for clarification purposes. Issues raised by the public may be referred to a future meeting agenda. Chair reserves the right to establish time limits on presentations. (Item Type: Information)
Adjournment
4:30 p.m. Adjournment of meeting