STAAR Training for Students with Visual Impairments/Deafblindness Virtual - 36444
This virtual session provides Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments (TSVIs) with an overview of the STAAR 2025–2026, including updates, testing procedures, accessibility features, and accommodations for students with visual impairments. Participants will gain practical strategies and resources to support effective instruction and assessment preparation.
Schedule & Location
3/4/2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Virtual
Audiences
Teacher - Special Education, Paraprofessionals, Teacher Supervisors
Prerequisite/Special Notes
Participants should be Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments, Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialists, or staff that will test students with visual impairments/deafblindness.
Objectives
Participants will increase their knowledge of STAAR 2025–2026 and effective assessment supports for students with visual impairments.
Session
64251
Fee
None
Seats Left
290
T-TESS
1.2,3.1,4.3
Registration Deadline
3/4/2026
Credit Type
Professional Development
Duration
03:00
T-PESS
Presenter
Emily Leeper Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
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For assistance contact:
Ben Davisson
Specialist, Statewide Visually Impaired & Deafblind, Special Programs
BDavisson@esc11.net
(817) 740-7637
For assistance contact:
Daisy Sheardown
Special Education Technician
dsheardown@esc11.net
(817) 740-3606
Offered Again On
- 3/4/2026 9:00 am
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