Technical Training Series (TTS)

2025-2026

October 22, 2025 TTS: Hosted by Region 1

Time: 3:30-5:00

Topic: Gap Analysis

Speaker: Kelly Rogers

About the Speaker: Kelly is a school psychologist and BCBA currently working for c as a special education coordinator.  This role includes transition coordination.  She spent a good portion of her career as an Autism Education and Intervention Specialist for MDE at Grand Valley State University’s START (Statewide Autism Resources and Training) project.

Description of session: Transition planning is critical in preparing students with disabilities for life after high school, yet programs often struggle to align with both national best practices and state requirements. This session will introduce participants to the Transition Gap Analysis process—a structured method for evaluating current practices against established standards. Using a gap analysis tool, participants will learn how to identify strengths, pinpoint areas of need, and prioritize actions that strengthen transition services. The session emphasizes practical application, collaborative reflection, and data-driven decision-making to improve outcomes for students.

Registration link to session:

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WcVl8dFbS9eJDDbrZc4_DQ

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November 19, 2025 TTS: Hosted by Region 5

Time: 3:30-5:00

Topic: Interagency Agreement

Speaker: Eric Roberts-MSU/MITT, Rebecca Flatt-BSBP, TBD-MRS,TBD-MDE

About the Speaker: Coming soon

Description of session: Coming soon

Registration link to session: Coming soon

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January 28, 2026 TTS: Hosted by Region 3

Time: 3:30-5:00

Topic: VR services in schools-moving from Pre-ETS to general VR

Speaker: John Fiore

About the Speaker: Coming soon

Description of session: Coming soon

Registration link to session: Coming soon

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March 18, 2026 TTS: Hosted by Region 4

Time: 3:30-5:00

Topic: Diploma/Certificate Exit Strategies

Speaker: LeKeisha Franklin-Shorter

About the Speaker: Lekeisha is a Transition Coordinator, currently working at Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD). She is an experienced presenter, who has also worked with PROJECT SEARCH.

Description of session: Coming soon

Registration link to session: Coming soon

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April 22, 2026 TTS: Hosted by Region 2

Time: 3:30-5:00

Topic: Supporting Worksite Independence

Speaker: Cass Paeth

About the Speaker: Cass Paeth has been working in the field of Autism since 2016 after earning a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Ball State University. Cass has experience providing ABA therapy for children and teens and currently works as a paraprofessional and job coach with the S.A.I.L. transition program at Ingham ISD. Cass is pursuing a Master’s in Special Education with the goal of becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Their work with young adults has deepened their passion for supporting individuals as they transition into adulthood.

Description of session: This session will share practical strategies to support young adults with disabilities in work-based learning. Participants will explore ways to structure the first days on the job, use praise and visual supports, promote peer teamwork, and collaborate with job coaches and families. Student reflections will also highlight the positive impact of meaningful work experiences.

Registration link to session: Coming soon