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Welcome Shannon Goss, Ph.D., NCSP |
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Join Us in Recognizing Our OAPSA Retirees |
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May 2022 ConferenceMore information can be found online at: https://www.smore.com/hukcx-oapsa-s-feb-24-25-conference?ref=email ![]() |
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Congratulations to our Nominees for OAPSA'S Outstanding Contribution AwardBelow are our nominees for OAPSA's 2022 Dr. John Opperman Outstanding Contribution Award. I'm sure you will join me in congratulating each of these noteworthy nominees. LeAnna Ford, Pupil Services Supervisor at Olentangy Local Schools was nominated by OAPSA Member, Marty Arganbright, Director of Pupil Services at Olentangy Local Schools. Deidre S. Parsons, Director of Student Services at Barberton City Schools and OAPSA's Past President was nominated by Dr. Valerie Riedthaler of the ESC of Northeast Ohio and Val is also OAPSA's Communication Officer. The nominees will be recognized at our May 6 OAPSA Business meeting and the winner will be announced later during our May 6 OAPSA Conference at Quest Conference Center. ![]() |
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Donna Stelzer's Narrated Version of OAPSA February 2022 Powerpoint PresentationDonna Stelzer's Narrated Version of OAPSA Powerpoint Presentation https://zoom.us/rec/share/_h2dIjzFskm-i-s5mMz4bJ-imUDN9KchAhjxs4Bkac-eIHo92DdzGw-e6QJ-Zn-s.B10v9Aet3DdJaaDL Access Passcode: VF9iaM7? Recording: |
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Celebrate Our Profession with Our OAPSA Annual AwardIt's time to give special recognition to a deserving OAPSA member! Every year at our OAPSA May Conference we present an OAPSA member with The Dr. John Opperman Outstanding Contribution Award. Student Services and Special Education Directors are not accustomed to receiving praise and recognition. In fact, too often, we operate in the shadows until something goes awry. Each one of us now has an opportunity to nominate one of our OAPSA colleagues for some well-deserved recognition. All completed nomination packets must be returned via email to me by March 1, 2022. The packet is available online at: https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000100906/en-ca/files/homepage/dr-opperman-award-nomination-form/The-2022-Dr.-John-Opperman-Outstanding-Contribution-Award.pdf In an article about Kristina Hulse being the recipient of our prestigious award last May, the author, Ellie Roberto explained "Hulse was honored to receive the nomination, but she believes that every special education administrator should be awarded for their accomplishments during the pandemic. “Our students and staff need us more than ever and this is our time to make a difference in others' lives. We are all deserving of this award, due to the impact we have made,” (That's a quote from Kristina) If you would like to see that entire article here is the link: https://www.cityscenecolumbus.com/communities/suburban-spotlight/Pickerington-administrator-awarded/ The Award from 2021 and the Award Packet for 2022 is pictured in the image below. You will find that award packet with all the details about how to nominate an OAPSA member in the attachment to this email message! And check out what our OAPSA members are saying about our Award Program in the images below my signature area! Remember that the deadline to submit a nomination packet is March 1, 2022. ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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OAPSA Book Club 2022 |
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Ashland Credit 2021-2022 |
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February 2022 OAPSA Conference |
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NEW OAPSA Member Resources Library |
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NAPSA Conference 2022 |
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OAPSA Conference Cancellation PolicyOAPSA CONFERENCE CANCELLATION POLICY |
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OAPSA Book Club 2021Are you an OAPSA member? Join the OAPSA Book Club today! Contact Valerie at valerie.riedthaler@escneo.org for more information. ![]() |
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Coming Soon: OAPSA's Hot Topics!More information and a link to register for OAPSA's Hot Topics will be available soon. All OAPSA's Hot Topics will be virtual at 7:30AM, and will be free for OAPSA members. Mark your calendars now! October 25, 2021 January 24, 2022 March 28, 2022 ![]() |
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OAPSA's 2021-2022 Executive Board |
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A Message from OAPSA's President |
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Welcome Mindy! |
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Congratulations to Kristina Hulse, the Dr. John Opperman Award Winner |
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Congratulations to All OAPSA Members Retiring in 2021Congratulations to All OAPSA Members Retiring in 2021! OAPSA wishes each of you all the best in your next phase of your life! We thank you for being a faithful OAPSA member! ![]() |
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Congratulations to our 2021 Award Nominees!We are pleased to announce our Nominees for the 2021 Dr. John Opperman Outstanding Contribution Award. Congratulations to Kristina Hulse, Jennifer Norman, and Deborah Yorko! Here's a link so you can view the full size announcement and share the news. |
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OAPSA Conferences 2021-2022 |
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OAPSA's Purpose |
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Who Should Join OAPSA? |
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NAPSA Statement in Support of Our Young People in the Wake of Violence and Trauma
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CASE Statement on Equity and Social JusticeJune 3, 2020 Dear Colleagues, The Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE) is dedicated to the enhancement of the worth, dignity, potential, and uniqueness of each individual in society and we reaffirm these commitments and beliefs as leaders in the field of special education today. We recognize, however, that beliefs and commitments are not enough and, as an organization, we believe the systemic conditions and underlying factors including institutional racism resulting in the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor and many other untold victims require immediate actions to redress the harms caused. Our country is in the midst of two national crises - the COVID-19 pandemic and the racial unrest. Both of these crises are disproportionately impacting communities and individuals of color across our country. We can and must do more. CASE commits to working with its members across the country to strengthen our systems, engage in difficult conversations, and develop resources to bring about meaningful, positive change so the civil rights of everyone, and in particular, those who have been marginalized in society, are honored. In the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” CASE will engage in a planning process to ensure our policies and positions are inclusive. We will also focus on strategies to increase representation of people of color in leadership roles in special education across the country. We will consider actions and mindsets that center equity, inclusion, respect, collaboration, deep listening, and unity in a way that brings us all together toward better outcomes. Members or others with specific ideas about how to undertake this important work should contact Phyllis Wolfram at pwolfram@casecec.org or our President, Erin Maguire at emaguire@ewsd.org. In partnership, Erin Maguire, PresidentDr. Mike Asip, Unit Development ChairDr. Pam Baker, Product Committee ChairDr. Mary Lynn Boscardin, Journal EditorDr. Julie Bost, Membership Committee ChairEric Hoppstock, TreasurerDr. Adam Leckie, Publications ChairMyrna Mandlawitz, Legislative ConsultantKindel Mason, President-ElectGary Myrah, Past-PresidentHeath Peine, Professional Development ChairDr. Kevin Rubenstein, Policy and Legislative ChairDr. Gina Scala, Research ChairGreta Stanfield, SecretaryCarrie Turner, Technology & Communications ChairPhyllis Wolfram, Executive Director |
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Dates for Upcoming OAPSA Conferences![]() OAPSA Conference Dates 9/17/2021 at Quest 2/24 & 2/25/2022 at Nationwide Conference Center 5/6/2022 at Quest 9/23/22 at Quest 2/23 & 2/24/2023 at Nationwide Conference Center 5/5/2023 at Quest
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Please see the resources under our link for Special Education and Related Services Staff Shortage!Please see the resources under our link for Special Education and Related Services Staff Shortage! |