Advisory Commission on Special Education Members
- David Toston, Chair
Victoria Graf, Vice Chair - Elizabeth Estes
Dawn Hamilton - Betty Lieu
April Lopez - Russell Michaud
Sarah Notch
Christine Oyakawa
Gloria Ruiz
Audrey Scott - Heather Snipes
Barbara Sorter
- Matthew Wilkins
Student Members
- Rachael Ding
- Saran Tugsjargal
Legislative Members
- Honorable Marie Alvarado-Gil, Senate
Honorable James Gallagher, Assembly
State Board of Education
Alison Yoshimoto-Towery, Liaison
State Special Schools
Nancy Hlibok Amann, Director, State Special Schools and Services Division
California Department of Education
Executive Secretary
Rachel Heenan, 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, October 16, 2024 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time ± |
California Department of Education |
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 October 16, 2024, 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 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 the Commissioners have time to review comments, please submit comments by noon on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. 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 October 16, 2024, 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 a 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.
Please use the phone number and access code provided below:
- Phone number: 717-908-1926
- Participant Access Code: 1166083#
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.
Advisory Commission on Special Education
Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 9 a.m. Pacific Time ±
California Department of Education
1430 N Street, Room 1101
Sacramento, California
Begin Meeting
9 to 9:15 a.m. Pacific Time ±
- Call to Order: Roll Call
- Salute to the American Flag
- Review of Agenda: Day One
- Review of Public Comment Options
- Communications and Announcements
- Swearing in of New Commissioner
- Swearing in of New Commissioner
Item 1
9:15 to 9:30 a.m.
ACSE: The Commission will review and discuss the scheduling of future ACSE meetings. (Item Type: Information, Discussion, Action)
Item 2
9:30 to 10:15 a.m.
The California Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) for Students with Disabilities: YLF is a statewide summer leadership conference for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. The conference aims to better prepare these students for the future through its workshops and breakout sessions on topics related to post-secondary education, employment, and independent living. The conference builds advocacy and leadership skills in a peer setting, connects students to resources and transition age services to support their growth and development, and celebrates disability history, culture, and community. Presenter: Matt Baker, Project Manager, California Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities (CCEPD). (Item Type: Information, Discussion)
Item 3
10:15 to 11 a.m.
Mediation and Due Process in Special Education: The CDE Special Education Division’s Programs and Partnerships Unit oversees an interagency agreement with the Department of General Services (DGS), Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) for the provision of federally and state mandated mediation and due process services for special education disputes. The purpose of this presentation is to provide an overview of the federal and state laws and regulations for mediation and due process in special education, services and supports available within California’s dispute resolution system, and the process for submitting mediation and due process requests with the DGS, OAH. This presentation will also highlight dispute resolution resources for educators and families. Presenter: Katie Maloney-Krips, Education Programs Consultant, Programs and Partnerships Unit, CDE. (Item Type: Information, Discussion)
Break
11 to 11:15 a.m.
Item 4
11:15 to 12 p.m.
Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) Update: The Commission on Teacher Credentialing staff will provide updates on the numbers of credentials issued for Special Education teachers, and efforts to encourage and guide future educators into the profession. Presenters: William Hatrick, Consultant in Teacher Preparation, CTC, Barret Jeglinski, Staff Services Manager, CTC. (Item Type: Information, Discussion)
Lunch
12 to 1 p.m.
Item 5
1 to 1:05 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 in a future meeting agenda. The chair reserves the right to establish time limits on presentations. (Item Type: Information)
Item 6
1:05 to 1:50 p.m.
CDE Annual Performance Report (APR)/State Performance Plan (SPP): The Special Education Division (SED) will present the Federal Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Performance Report/State Performance Plan, an annual submission to the Office of Special Education Programs. The APR/SPP reports on the progress of meeting yearly targets in 17 indicators, focused on improving outcomes for Students with Disabilities. Presenters: Nora Parella, Chief of Staff, Special Education Division (CDE) and Shiyloh Duncan-Becerril, Associate Director of Special Education (CDE). (Item Type: Information, Discussion, Action)
Item 7
1:50 to 2:05 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 8
2:05 to 2:25 p.m.
Special Education Director’s Report: An update on activities within the Special Education Division will be provided. Presenter: Rachel Heenan, Director of Special Education, (CDE). (Item Type: Information, Discussion)
Break
2:25 to 2:45 p.m.
Item 9
2:40 to 3:25 p.m.
Committee Reports and Agenda Building: Commissioners will suggest potential items for future ACSE meetings. (Item Type: Information, Discussion, Action)
Item 10
3:25 to 3:40 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 in a future meeting agenda. The chair reserves the right to establish time limits on presentations. (Item Type: Information)
Adjournment
3:45 to 4 p.m.
Adjournment of meeting.