April 30th, 2025

Where is my DPF assigned?

Special Education DPF Portfolios

Monitoring and Compliance:

Questions Contact: Anne Silverman and Katie Cruz

Director: Nolan Murphy

⚠️Past due: Please complete your ESY Implementation Plans!

Extended School Year (ESY) Implementation Plan Alert
An ESY implementation plan has not yet been submitted for all students, and the submission is now past due.

Implications:
Without a finalized plan, the student’s transportation services may be delayed, which could result in a shortened ESY program. Immediate action is needed to ensure the student receives their full support and access to services. If you have not yet done so, please finalize your ESY implementation plans as soon as possible. See the March 19th edition of the DPF update for more information.

Hiring! ESY Staff Needed!

We are still in need of ESY staff for the following positions. Please contact the lead if you are interested. We are also in need of Substitute Teachers. If interested, apply to be an Itinerant Teacher (Pos. ID 6757). You will choose weeks and days you are available and your preferences for grades and disability areas. For questions reach out to James.Menke@mpls.k12.mn.us.

General Programming and Instructional Supports

📢 Special Education Office Hours! 📢

Need answers to your Special Education questions? 🎯 Talk to a LIVE person who’s ready to help!

📅 Tuesdays – Check the schedule for available times.
💻 Join us here: Google Meet
🔑 Google Nickname: spedofficehour2425

Reading

UFLI Tuesday Tip – Letter Formation Focus!

This week’s UFLI Tuesday Tip is here!
Click the link above to explore a valuable strategy focused on letter formation—a key skill for many of our learners receiving specialized reading instruction.

These weekly tips are an excellent resource for special education teachers using UFLI to support student growth in foundational literacy skills.

Where to find it:

Access the Tuesday Tips in the MPS UFLI Foundations & Advanced Word Study Resource Spreadsheet, located in the Overview Tab, Column H.

AI in Special Education

Using AI to Support Evaluations

News:

🚲 Pedal with Purpose: Be a Bike Day Volunteer!

Join us at DAPE Bike Days on May 20th - 22nd at Edison High School. Sign up to volunteer here! More details are featured on the website.

Special Ed. - DAPEBike Day Schedule 2025 May 20, 21, 22, 2025 Location: Edison High School Track Address: 700 22nd Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418

Autism Awareness Day at Target Field
Presented by: UnitedHealthcare
Date: May 28, 2025
Location: Target Field

Purpose: To support children with autism by providing a unique ballpark test run to help families and students feel comfortable navigating the experience of attending a large sporting event.

Event Highlights:

Complimentary hot dog, bag of chips, and beverage for each participant with autism
Guided ballpark tour covering key areas like the warning track and dugouts
Familiarization with stadium procedures, including ticket scanning and security screening

Timeline:

Arrival window: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Tour begins: 10:45 AM
Twins game seating: Section 103 at 12:10 PM

Additional Info:

It is a free event
Reservation is required via the linked landing page:
Autism Awareness Day Presented by UnitedHealthcare

Visit Transition Plus!

Transition plus is hosting upcoming open house events for prospective TPlus Students! Please view the attached flyer below for more information, and spread the word! Click the following links for a flyer translated using different languages: Hmong Version, Somali Version, and Spanish Version. Please reach out to Transition Plus or Rachel Jave (school counselor) directly for more information.

Visit TPlus 2025.pdf

Special Ed Request Form:

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