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Monday, August 4
 

9:40am PDT

Navigating Human Resources for Grades 3-5 & Elementary Special Education Teachers
Monday August 4, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am PDT
Room 31
Join us in exploring all things Human Resources:
  • What is salary credit and how do I advance on the salary schedule? 
  • How can I use the Employee Portal? 
  • Why is it important to communicate with my credential analyst?
  • How should I prepare for an absence?
  • What is the teacher evaluation timeline?  
Presenters
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Ken Whittemore

Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Monday August 4, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am PDT
Room 31
  Breakout Session

10:35am PDT

FSUSD Board Policies for Grades 3-5 & Elementary Special Education Teachers
Monday August 4, 2025 10:35am - 11:20am PDT
Room 30
The Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District has numerous board policies that impact teachers and their roles in the educational system, covering areas such as grading, interactions with students, and professional conduct. Teachers must be well-versed in these policies to create a conducive learning environment. Understanding and following these regulations not only ensures compliance but also fosters a structured and productive educational setting that supports student growth and achievement.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Farrar

Melissa Farrar

Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Monday August 4, 2025 10:35am - 11:20am PDT
Room 30
  Breakout Session

12:10pm PDT

Strengthening Family Partnerships for Grades 3-5 & Elementary Special Education Teachers
Monday August 4, 2025 12:10pm - 12:55pm PDT
Room 37
Strong family partnerships are key to student success. In this session hosted by our Student and Family Services Department, you’ll learn practical strategies for fostering meaningful relationships with families, promoting positive attendance habits, and creating inclusive support systems for students experiencing homelessness or in foster care. Gain insights into district resources and learn how you can play a vital role in ensuring every student feels seen, supported, and set up for success.
Presenters
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Holly Collins

Coordinator of Family and Student Services, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
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Marbeya Ellis

Family Resource Center Manager, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
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Antonio Gipson

Truancy Prevention Specialist, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Monday August 4, 2025 12:10pm - 12:55pm PDT
Room 37
  Breakout Session

1:05pm PDT

MTSS Foundations for Grades 3-5 & Elementary Special Education Teachers
Monday August 4, 2025 1:05pm - 1:50pm PDT
Room 32
Join our district MTSS Coordinator Connie Huntington for an engaging overview of who we are as a district—our schools, our students, and the supports we provide to ensure every learner thrives. This session will introduce the MTSS framework, including how we use data to support student success, an introduction to our SST process, and interactive role-playing or problem-solving scenarios using our Behavior Intervention Toolbox. Come ready to collaborate, reflect, and prepare to meet students’ needs from day one.
Presenters
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Connie Huntington

MTSS Coordinator, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
I'm a former classroom teacher, assistant principal, and principal in Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District who now serves as a Coordinator of Educational Services, supporting Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) across schools. I work alongside site and district leaders to strengthen... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 1:05pm - 1:50pm PDT
Room 32
  Breakout Session
 
Tuesday, August 5
 

10:10am PDT

Special Education Basics
Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:10am - 11:10am PDT
Library
Session Slides
Presenters
CD

Christina Duldulao

Coordinator of Ed Services, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:10am - 11:10am PDT
Library
  Breakout Session

12:00pm PDT

Functional Academics: Navigating Curriculum
Tuesday August 5, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm PDT
Library
Session Slides
This session focuses on specialized curriculum and strategies for educators teaching Functional Academics (FA) courses. Topics include standards alignment, assessment, and supports for diverse learners.
Presenters
CD

Christina Duldulao

Coordinator of Ed Services, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Tuesday August 5, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm PDT
Library
  Breakout Session
 
Wednesday, August 6
 

9:15am PDT

Special Education FA, TAP & PERL: First Day of School
Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:15am - 10:30am PDT
Room 32
Session Slides
Presenters
DC

Deborah Cermeno

TAP Teacher, Dover Elementary School
Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:15am - 10:30am PDT
Room 32
  Breakout Session

9:15am PDT

Special Education- RSP: First Day of School
Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:15am - 10:30am PDT
Room 37
Session Slides
This session offers a practical overview of what to expect and how to prepare for the first days of school in a Special Education Resource (RSP) setting. Topics will include organization strategies, managing service minutes, effective communication with families and colleagues, and fostering collaboration. We’ll also explore key differences between elementary and secondary settings and provide a glimpse into a typical week in the life of an RSP teacher. Participants will receive valuable information, helpful resources, and curated links to support both your students and your role as a case manager.
Presenters
avatar for Tiffanie Warder

Tiffanie Warder

Teacher, Matt Garcia Career and College Center
Hello,My name is Tiffanie and I am going into my 6th year of teaching Special Education and my 5th with FSUSD. I work as a resource specialist at Matt Garcia Career and College Academy. Special Education is my passion but I love helping all students!
Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:15am - 10:30am PDT
Room 37
  Breakout Session
 
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