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SUMMARY:ALA504 Empower Hour #4: Game Plan for Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/ala504-empower-hour-4-game-plan-for-mental-health/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Conferences and Events,Webinars and Webcasts
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SUMMARY:2026 February Leadership Institute: Current Hot Topics in Special Education Law
DESCRIPTION:Current Hot Topics in Special Education Law \nPresented by: Julie Weatherly\n9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. \n(Lunch on your own 11:00 – 12:30) \nSign-In begins at 8:00 a.m. \nWith major developments unfolding at the federal level\, there’s no better time to dive into the latest legal issues impacting special education. Join nationally recognized attorney Julie Weatherly\, Esq. for an insightful Institute focused on today’s most pressing special education legal “hot topics.” \nThis training will provide: \n\nA timely update on federal agency actions influencing special education policy\nA review of significant court decisions under IDEA and Section 504\nPractical insights to help you navigate the ever-evolving legal landscape\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and empowered. \nAll Leadership Institutes are in-person events only. No virtual participation available.\n  \nFREE for Leadership Institute System Subscribers!\n  \nCLAS offers system subscriptions for the Leadership Institute series to school systems. If your system is a paid subscriber\, any school system employee can attend at no charge. Non-system subscribers and non-members may attend for a fee. Attendees may earn credit toward a PLU or receive a certificate toward clock hours. \n\n\n\nNot a Subscriber/Member of CLAS\n$80\n\n\nNot a Subscriber/Not a Member of CLAS\n$250\n\n\nDistrict Subscriber of Leadership Institute Series\n$0\n\n\n\n  \nSpecial accommodation requests must be submitted to the CLAS Professional Learning office 30 days in advance of the event. Email requests to pd@clasleaders.org.
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/2026-february-leadership-institute-current-hot-topics-in-special-education-law/
CATEGORIES:CLAS Conferences and Events,Leadership Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T145415
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SUMMARY:ALA504 Empower Hour #3: Winning with Extracurriculars
DESCRIPTION:Please note: date changed due to federal holiday on 1/19/2026. Existing links will work to access this webinar via Zoom.
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/ala504-empower-hour-3-winning-with-extracurriculars/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Conferences and Events,Webinars and Webcasts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T160000
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SUMMARY:2025 ALA504 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Alabama 504 Conference\nThe 2025 Annual Alabama 504 Conference is a premier two-day event dedicated to providing educators\, administrators\, and legal professionals with in-depth knowledge and practical strategies for ensuring compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Attendees will gain valuable insights into 504 eligibility determinations\, procedural safeguards\, and the latest developments in 504-related legal matters\, ensuring they are well-equipped to support students with disabilities.
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/2025-ala504-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Sheraton Birmingham\, 2101 Richard Arrington Blvd\, Birmingham\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Conferences and Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T145415
CREATED:20250905T183739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T183739Z
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SUMMARY:ALA504 Empower Hour #2: The Health Playbook (Diabetes & Seizures) DATE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
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URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/ala504-empower-hour-2-the-health-playbook-diabetes-seizures-date-subject-to-change/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Conferences and Events,Webinars and Webcasts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T145415
CREATED:20250905T163346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T183637Z
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SUMMARY:ALA504 Empower Hour #1: Novice 504 – Pre-Game Planning
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URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/2025-2026-ala504-empower-hours/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Conferences and Events,Webinars and Webcasts
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CREATED:20240816T145623Z
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SUMMARY:ALA504 Empower Hour #4: Who Let the Dogs In? Service Animals in Schools
DESCRIPTION:Service Animal School Guidelines\nThis is the second in a series of 4 Alabama 504 Virtual Training Sessions. \nHow does a school respond to a request for a student to bring a service animal to school? This session will highlight relevant requirements of the service animal provisions of the ADA and explore the vital components of appropriate service animal practices and procedures that should be maintained by all Alabama schools. \nPresented by: Julie J. Weatherly\, Esq.
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/ala504-empower-hour-4-service-animal-school-guidelines/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Conferences and Events,Webinars and Webcasts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T080000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T134801Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Law Conference Webcast
DESCRIPTION:If you missed the CLAS Law Conference this year\, you may now view the webcast version. It features three general sessions and two breakout sessions. Handouts are provided. \n*The 2025 Law Conference Webcast can only be assigned to one PLU number.\n \nThis webcast can be used in place of the 2025 CLAS Law Conference for PLUACLD1259\, PLUACLD1256(ACTA)\, PLUACLD1291(ALA-CASE)\, PLUACLD1316(AASPA) and PLUACLD1260. \nMember Fee: $250\nNon-Member Fee: $498\nPlease note that the CLAS office will provide access information and technical support during normal business hours. Access links will not be sent until payment-in-full has been received\, or a copy of a valid and signed purchase order has been received. Payment information may be provided to admin@clasleaders.org or by faxing to (334) 265-3611 to the attention of Anita Reid. \nInformation presented in this webcast is current as of March 6\, 2025. 
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/2025-law-conference-webcast/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CLAS Conferences and Events,Webinars and Webcasts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T145415
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SUMMARY:ALA504 Empower Hour #3: Ensuring Compliance when Disciplining the 504-Only Student
DESCRIPTION:504 Student Discipline Compliance\nThis is the second in a series of 4 Alabama 504 Virtual Training Sessions. \nThe issue of discipline in schools continues to be the Number 1 “hot topic” nationwide year after year. For that reason\, it is important to generally review the rules of discipline applicable to the “504-only” student which\, in most ways are the same as those under the IDEA\, but in some ways are different. This session will review the highlights of what every educator needs to know about compliant disciplinary practices applicable to students with disabilities under Section 504. \nPresented by: Julie J. Weatherly\, Esq.
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/ala504-empower-hour-3-504-student-discipline-compliance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Conferences and Events,Webinars and Webcasts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T143000
DTSTAMP:20260502T145415
CREATED:20240816T174730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T184439Z
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SUMMARY:February Leadership Institute: The General Rules of Discipline of Students with Disabilities and their Practical Application
DESCRIPTION:Discipline of Students with Disabilities\nThe General Rules of Discipline of Students with Disabilities and their Practical Application\nPresented by: Julie Weatherly\n9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. \n(Lunch on your own 11:00 – 12:30) \nSign-In begins at 8:00 a.m. \nOne of the most challenging issues that public school educators face in the area of special education law is discipline. The laws and rules are complex and\, in some instances\, seem to be unworkable and unrealistic considering the significant increase in mental health issues and dangerous behaviors seen in schools. Join Julie Weatherly\, Esq. in this Institute to first define and address the “General Rules of Discipline” for students with disabilities\, specifically the use of suspension\, expulsion and other disciplinary removals under federal law and the AAC\, primarily IDEA and Section 504. Once a foundational understanding of the General Rules is in place\, Julie will address the practical application of these Rules based upon frequently asked questions and common scenarios. \nAll Leadership Institutes are in-person events only. No virtual participation available.\n  \n\n\n\nFebruary 4\, 2025 \nMarriott Space & Rocker Center\nHuntsville\, AL\nFebruary 5\, 2025\n\nMarriott Legends\nPrattville\, AL\nFebruary 6\, 2025 \nSouth AL Research & Inservice Center\nMobile\, AL\n\n\n\n\nFREE for Leadership Institute System Subscribers!\n  \nCLAS offers system subscriptions for the Leadership Institute series to school systems. If your system is a paid subscriber\, any school system employee can attend at no charge. Non-system subscribers and non-members may attend for a fee. Attendees may earn credit toward a PLU or receive a certificate toward clock hours. \n\n\n\nNot a Subscriber/Member of CLAS\n$80\n\n\nNot a Subscriber/Not a Member of CLAS\n$250\n\n\nDistrict Subscriber of Leadership Institute Series\n$0\n\n\n\n  \nSpecial accommodation requests must be submitted to the CLAS Professional Learning office 30 days in advance of the event. Email requests to pd@clasleaders.org. \nTraining can be used as clock hour credit or as one activity for the following PLUs: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStandard II: Teaching and Learning\nStandard IV: Diversity\n\n\nPLUACLD1055\nPLUACLD1254
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/february-leadership-institute-discipline-of-students-with-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:CLAS Conferences and Events,Leadership Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T145415
CREATED:20240816T151058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T170311Z
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SUMMARY:ALA504 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Alabama 504 Conference\nThe 2024 Annual Alabama 504 Conference is a premier two-day event dedicated to providing educators\, administrators\, and legal professionals with in-depth knowledge and practical strategies for ensuring compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Presented by esteemed experts Leslie A. Allen\, Esq. and Julie J. Weatherly\, Esq.\, the conference will cover a range of essential topics\, from the basics of 504 provisions to advanced issues and recent court decisions. Attendees will gain valuable insights into 504 eligibility determinations\, procedural safeguards\, and the latest developments in 504-related legal matters\, ensuring they are well-equipped to support students with disabilities.
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/alabama-504-conference/
LOCATION:Sheraton Birmingham\, 2101 Richard Arrington Blvd\, Birmingham\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Conferences and Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T145415
CREATED:20240816T145425Z
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SUMMARY:ALA504 Empower Hour #2: Understanding 504 “Eligibility” and Navigating 504’s “Evaluation” Guidelines
DESCRIPTION:504 Eligibility Criteria\nThis is the second in a series of 4 Alabama 504 Virtual Training Sessions. \nThis hour will provide an overview of 504 “eligibility criteria” and the process for determining whether a student is a “504 student.” The session will cover key points such as defining a disability\, determining the impact of the disability on major life activities\, and determining whether a “504 student” is eligible for a 504 Plan. \nPresented by: Julie J. Weatherly\, Esq.
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/ala504-empower-hour-2-504-eligibility-criteria/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Conferences and Events,Webinars and Webcasts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240823T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240823T120000
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SUMMARY:ALA504 Empower Hour #1: The Intersection of 504\, ADA\, and IDEA
DESCRIPTION:Section 504 vs ADA vs IDEA\nThis is the first in a series of 4 Alabama 504 Virtual Training Sessions. \nSection 504\, the ADA\, and the IDEA are federal laws that work together to protect students with disabilities from discrimination\, exclusion\, and unequal treatment in education. These laws often overlap and differ in several ways. In this session\, we will compare some of the educational provisions of these laws and explore key differences in what they require of schools in the education of students with disabilities. \nPresented by: Julie J. Weatherly\, Esq.
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/ala504-empower-hour-1-section-504-vs-ada-vs-idea/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Conferences and Events,Webinars and Webcasts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T145415
CREATED:20240305T214238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T154203Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Law Conference Webcast
DESCRIPTION:If you missed the CLAS Law Conference this year\, you may now view the webcast version. It features three general sessions and one breakout session. Handouts are provided. \n*The 2024 Law Conference Webcast can only be assigned to one PLU number.\n \nThis webcast can be used in place of the 2024 CLAS Law Conference for PLUACLD954\, PLUACLD1124(ACTA)\, PLUACLD1181(ALA-CASE)\, PLUACLD1204(AASPA) and PLUACLD1140. \nOnly available now to those working on the AASPA PLU. Please call the office to register.\nMember Fee: $248\nNon-Member Fee: $498\nPlease note that the CLAS office will provide access information and technical support during normal business hours. Access links will not be sent until payment-in-full has been received\, or a copy of a valid and signed purchase order has been received. Payment information may be provided to admin@clasleaders.org or by faxing to (334) 265-3611 to the attention of Anita Reid. \nInformation presented in this webcast is current as of March 5\, 2024. 
URL:https://clasleaders.org/event/2024-law-conference-webcast/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CLAS Conferences and Events,Webinars and Webcasts
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