Strengthening Foundations: Legal, Ethical, and Practical Implications of Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)

Tuesday Presentation:
Strengthening Foundations: Legal, Ethical, and Practical Implications of Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)

Presenters: Stephanie Dyer, Abbey Mix, Kirsten Myers, Kelly Rogers

Description: An interactive session designed to deepen your understanding of LRE principles. This workshop will cover legal and ethical frameworks, identify common barriers, and provide actionable strategies to enhance inclusive practices. Special education and general education administrators are encouraged to attend together to foster a unified approach and ensure a significant impact on students, classrooms, and schools. Enhance your decision-making skills, learn best practices, and strengthen your commitment to creating supportive educational environments.

Wednesday Presentations:
Developing Leaders is THE place to solve current problems of practice with other MAASE members. Topics for this informal "Ed Camp" opportunity are brainstormed the day prior. Notes are taken to capture the information and resources shared by fellow MAASE members on the hot topic of the day.  Participants will have the opportunity to select two topics that are the most relevant to their current work, one from 8:30-9:15 am and one from 9:30-10:15 am.

Immediately following the Developing Leaders session is the General Membership Meeting where you will hear state level updates from the Michigan Department of Education Office of Special Education and our lobbyist. You will also hear updates from the President on the Board meetings, current MAASE work and have the opportunity to give input on the direction of the organization.