Pre-module and Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) Access 

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Pre-module

All candidates will be asked to complete an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) self-directed module (generally 2-5 hours) that is meant activate prior knowledge, provide an opportunity for self-reflection and new knowledge building. It is our hope that you will take the learning and reflection from this pre-module forward into the course as you engage with the facilitator and colleagues on a variety of topics. 

Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) Access

All program content and the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) access will be available to candidates/participants one week in advance of the program/course and will remain active for two weeks after the end of the program/course. Following this period, candidates/participants will no longer have access to assignments, conversations, resources or other content. Please save any information that you would like to retain during the timeframe that you have access to the LMS.

Module 1 - Setting Directions

• Core beliefs: What do we really believe about students who learn differently?
• Asset versus deficit thinking
• Creating an inclusive environment
• What is the “why” that drives our special education decisions
• Creating a shared vision of success for all students

Module 2 - Securing Accountability

• Special Education law
• Leading the Identification Placement Review Committee (I.P.R.C.) process
• Policy Procedure Memorandum (PPM) 140
• Improving IEPs
• Case law studies
• Navigating situations of student aggression related to special education needs
• Exclusions related to special education needs

Module 3 - Improving the Instructional Program

• Understanding the Ministry's categories of exceptionalities
• Leadership that supports improved use of research-based instructional approaches
• Creating a professional learning plan for staff
• Culturally proficient leadership and special education
• Leading mentally healthy schools

Module 4 - Developing the Organization

• Leading change related to special education
• Maximizing leadership skills to support diverse learners
• Using PLCs to support students with special education needs

Module 5 - Building Relationships

• Preventing and resolving conflicts related to special education
• Improving communication and trust with parents and guardians of children with needs
• Building community partnerships to support students

There is one online web conference per module, module group meetings, and independent assignments. Web conference dates and times are determined once the program begins based on participant availability. A minimum of 125 hours is included in our program.

Dates

These dates are subject to change

Registration Deadline

January 17, 2025

There is one online web conference per module, module group meetings, and independent assignments. Web conference dates and times are determined once the program begins based on participant availability. A minimum of 125 hours is included in our program.

Dates

These dates are subject to change

Registration Deadline

June 21, 2025

Professional Learning Expectations and Standards

A tax receipt will be generated and available on your OPC account by the end of February for the previous tax year.

To access the document:

• Log into the OPC website.
• Go to "My Profile" on the navy blue bar towards the top right of the browser window.
• Click on “Program Tax Receipts”.
• Select the appropriate year to open and print your tax receipt.

A full refund applies when a session is cancelled due to low enrollment.