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FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: February 2020
FYI Monthly is a monthly e-communication from the Institute on Community Integration. The February 2020 issue includes two feature stories, a leading ICI Facebook post from the past month, five …
Published: February 2020
Moving Ahead with PROMISE: Lessons Learned from Six Model Demonstration Projects Through the Promoting Readiness of Minors in Supplemental Security Income Project
This report from ICI and partners documents lessons learned from model demonstrations projects (MDPs) nationwide who tested an intervention for support transition-age youth who receive Supplemental...
Published: 2/13/2020
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Ripple Effect: Sustaining ICI’s International Reach
Published: 2020-02-13
Accessible Instruction and Assessment for Students with Disabilities
This presentation, focusing on accessible instruction and assessment for students with disabilities, was presented at the 2020 Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) annual conference.
Published: 2020-02-07
Accessible Instruction and Assessment for Students with Disabilities
This presentation, focusing on accessible instruction and assessment for students with disabilities, was presented at the 2020 Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) annual conference.
Published: 2020-02-07
What Alternate Assessments and Diplomas Really Mean for Students with Significant Disabilities
This presentation addressed what alternate assessments and diplomas really mean for students with significant disabilities. It was presented at the 2020 Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) …
Published: 2020-02-07
Online Modules Demonstration on Accessibility Features and Accommodations for Educators
This presentation, showing an online modules demonstration on accessibility features and accommodations for educators, was presented at the 2020 Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) annual …
Published: 2020-02-06
TIES Center Briefs: Developing IEPs that Support Inclusive Education for Students with the Most Significant Cognitive Disabilities (#3)
This Parent Brief focuses on developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that support inclusive education for students with the most significant cognitive disabilities.
Published: 2/5/2020
Bringing Employment First to Scale: Getting to Know Job Seekers
A brief for employment consultants and employment support professionals, offering them practical advice on getting to know job seekers with disabilities. This step is one of the five elements of …
Published: 2020-02-01
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: January 2020
FYI Monthly is a monthly e-communication from the Institute on Community Integration. The January 2020 issue includes four feature stories, a leading ICI Facebook post from the past month, three …
Published: January 2020
TIES Inclusive Practices Series (TIPS)
The TIES Inclusive Practice Series (TIPS) contains short interactive documents intended to introduce educators and parents to key concepts in inclusive education for students with significant …
TIES Inclusive Practices Series (TIPS): Tip #2: Using Collaborative Teams to Support Students with Significant Communication Needs in Inclusive Classrooms
A tip sheet outlining how to employ collaborative teams to support students with significant communication needs in inclusive classrooms. Collaborative teams will require additional planning for general and special education teachers as well as related service providers.
Published: 2019
TIES Inclusive Practices Series (TIPS): Tip #1. How Peers Can Support AAC Use by Students with Significant Communication Needs
A tip sheet showing how inclusion, friendship, and communication ensure valued social roles and life-long learning. Peer-mediated supports combined with training are essential for supporting …
Published: 2019
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Ecological Momentary Assessment of Leisure Activity Participation Among Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders
This project used an ecological momentary assessment (EMA) to better understand the patterns of leisure activity among adults with ASD who live independently and to examine the relationships …
MTSS for All: Including Students with the Most Significant Cognitive Disabilities
The purpose of this Brief is to provide suggestions for ways in which the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) can include students with the most significant cognitive disabilities.
Published: 1/23/2020
NCEO Data Analytics: AA-AAS Participation Rate from 2007-08 to 2016-2017 (#12)
This interactive report presents data on the participation rate and percent proficient on the alternate assessment based on alternate achievement standards (AA-AAS) by grade and content across …
Published: 2020-01-22
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Bhutan’s Future Challenge: Meaningful Work for People with Disabilities
Published: 2020-01-15
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Impact: Designing Lives of Their Own
Published: 2020-01-15
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Mapping the Tools that States Use to Determine Eligibility and the Outcomes Associated with Home and Community-Based Services
Published: 2020-01-15
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The DSP Shortage: Think Local
Published: 2020-01-15
TIP #4: Successfully Using Communication Practices in the Inclusive Class
This TIP provides background on the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices for students with significant cognitive disabilities in inclusive classrooms. Key sectionsaddress…
Published: January 2020
NCEO Newsletter: February 2020 issue

Published: February 2020
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New Exhibit Features Art from Bhutan
Published: 2020-01-09
A Summary of the Research on Test Accommodations for English Learners and English Learners with Disabilities: 2010-2018
The purpose of this literature review is to examine the published English learner (EL) accommodations literature between 2010 and 2018 to provide an updated overview of research trends on this …
Published: 1/8/2020
NCEO Data Analytics: 2016-17 Publicly Reported Assessment Results for Students with Disabilities and ELs with Disabilities (#11)
This interactive report presents data on public reporting practices for assessment data for students with disabilities in K-12 schools in the United States.
Published: 2020-01-06
Bringing Employment First to Scale
A series of one-page briefs highlighting the effective employment practices of employment consultants who promote the Employment First philosophy. Employment First sees employment as the preferred …
Bringing Employment First to Scale: Building Trust
A brief for employment consultants and employment support professionals, offering them practical advice on how to build trust with job seekers with disabilities (and their families). Building …
Published: 2020-01-01
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Day Support Consulting
Provided specialized consultation on integrated day services and staff training for MRCI, Inc., an employment provider. ICI developed new tools for staff training to support increased community …
TIES Inclusive Practices Series (TIPS): TIES TIP #3: Getting to Know Students who use AAC
This TIP describes how educational team members can develop and use student profiles, communication plans, and daily plans to guide the successful involvement of students with significant communica…
Published: January 2020
Disparities in documented diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder based on demographic, individual, and service factors
The objectives of our study were to (a) report how many children met an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) surveillance definition but had no clinical diagnosis of ASD in health or education records …
Published: 2019-12-23
Impact: Feature Issue on Self-Determination and Supported Decision-Making for People with Intellectual, Developmental, and Other Disabilities
An issue in the Impact series that looks at how people with disabilities are exercising and experiencing self-determination in the U.S. and other countries today, and at the emergence of Supported …
Published: Fall 2019
Factors Associated With Meeting Physical Activity Guidelines by Adults With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Background: Many individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) have sedentary lifestyles. Aims: (a) compare adults with IDD with the general adult population on adherence to …
Published: 2019
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: December 2019
FYI Monthly is a monthly e-communication from the Institute on Community Integration. The December 2019 issue includes four feature stories, a leading ICI Facebook post from the past month, two …
Published: December 2019
NCEO Data Analytics: State Assessment Participation and Performance of Students with IEPs, 2016-2017 (#10)
This interactive report presents data on the participation and performance of students receiving special education services in statewide assessments used for Elementary and Secondary Education Act …
Published: December 2019
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Supporting Minnesota Jobseekers with Disabilities
Published: Tue Dec 17 2019
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New Resources for English Learners
Published: Mon Dec 16 2019
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1Health Adds MNLEND
Published: Sun Dec 15 2019
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CEHD Connect Profiles ICI
Published: Fri Dec 13 2019
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Thurlow’s Leadership Legacy: Fairness, Wisdom in Education
Published: Thu Dec 12 2019
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Star Tribune Quotes Hewitt on Group Homes and Community Living
Published: Wed Dec 11 2019
Improving Instruction Briefs: Accessibility Features and Accommodations: Information for Parents or Guardians
This Brief explains accessibility features and accommodations for parents or guardians of students who are English learners, and also provides guidance on how to talk to teachers to help their …
Published: December 2019
Improving Instruction Briefs: Building Successful Communication Between Parent or Guardian and Teacher: Information for Parents or Guardians
This Brief for parents or guardians of students who are English learners answers questions about communicating with teachers when English is a challenge, and the benefits of successful communicatio…
Published: December 2019
Improving Instruction Briefs: Building Successful Partnerships Between the School Principal, Families, and Communities: information for Principals
This Brief for principals answers questions about communicating with parents or guardians for whom communicating in English is a challenge. Good parent-educator communication is key to determining …
Published: December 2019
Improving Instruction Briefs: Building Successful Communication Between Teacher and Parent or Guardian: Information for Teachers
This Brief for teachers answers questions about communicating with parents or guardians for whom communicating in English is a challenge. Good parent-educator communication is key to determining …
Published: December 2019
Improving Instruction Briefs: Working with Language Interpreters: Information for Parents or Guardians
This Brief for parents or guardians of students who are English learners answers questions about working with a language interpreter. Clear, comprehensible communication between parents and …
Published: December 2019
Improving Instruction Briefs: Working with Language Interpreters: Information for Principals
This Brief for principals answers questions about working with a language interpreter for families whose children are English learners. Clear, comprehensible communication between parents and …
Published: December 2019
Improving Instruction Briefs: Working with Language Interpreters: Information for Teachers
This Brief for teachers answers questions about working with a language interpreter for families whose children are English learners. Clear, comprehensible communication between parents and …
Published: December 2019
Improving Instruction Briefs
A Brief series for parents or guardians, teachers, and principals that address students who are English learners. These Brief were developed by NCEO’s “ Improving Instruction for English Learners …
Engaging Parents of English Learners and English Learners with Disabilities
This presentation addressed engaging parents of English learners with and without disabilities. It was presented at the 2019 Minnesota Department of Education's Minnesota English Learner Education …
Published: 2019-11-22
Trends in Accommodations Assigned to English Learners with Disabilities for Statewide Assessments
This presentation focused on trends in accommodations assigned to English learners with disabilities for statewide assessments. It was presented at the 2019 Minnesota Department of Education's …
Published: 2019-11-22
What do Teachers Know About Accessibility Features and Accommodations for English Learners?
This presentation discussed what teachers know about accessibility features and accommodations for English learners. It was presented at the 2019 Minnesota Department of Education's Minnesota …
Published: 2019-11-22
What Do You Wish Your Colleagues Knew About Making Content Accessible for ELs?
This presentation addressed making academic content accessible for English learners. It was presented at the 2019 Minnesota Department of Education's Minnesota English Learner Education conference …
Published: 2019-11-22
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: November 2019
FYI Monthly is a monthly e-communication from the Institute on Community Integration. The November 2019 issue includes five feature stories, a leading ICI Facebook post from the past month, nine …
Published: November 2019
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Better Together: Washington State Becomes Second TIES Center Site
Published: Tue Nov 19 2019
Predictors of Participation of Transition Planning Participation and Future Goal Aspirations for Secondary ELs with Disabilities
This presentation discussed predictors of participation of transition planning participation and future goal aspirations for secondary English learners with disabilities. It was presented at the …
Published: 2019-11-19
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Out of Africa, and Back: A Pathway to Prosperity
Published: Mon Nov 18 2019
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MNLEND Fellows Explore the Power of Mindfulness
Published: Sun Nov 17 2019
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SPOTLIGHT: Hennepin-University Partnership
Published: Sat Nov 16 2019
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Check & Connect Assists Refugees in Minnesota
Published: Fri Nov 15 2019
Check & Connect Online Support Modules: How do I use "Check" data?
The first module in the series, "How do I use 'Check' data?", walks mentors through gathering "Check" data and using that data to determine risk. The module then takes mentors through a case study …
Published: 2019
Check & Connect Online Support Modules
A series of demonstration modules that assist schools in implementing Check & Connect with fidelity. Use of these technology resources improve Check & Connect educational activities designed to...
Community Living and Participation: Employment
A profile of Best Buy employee Tamir Tsogsbaatar. This video is a companion to Tamir's personal story in the book Community Living and Participation for People With Intellectual and Developmental …
Published: 10/29/2019
NCEO Reports: A Summary of the Research on Effects of Test Accommodations: 2015-2016 (#412)
The purpose of this report is to present a synthesis of the research on test accommodations published in 2015 and 2016. We summarize the research to review current research trends and enhance …
Published: November 2019
Friends: Connecting People with Disabilities and Community Members: A Manual for Families
A manual providing concrete, "how-to" strategies for family members to support relationships between their family members with disabilities and other community members.
Published: 2019
Agreement between structured descriptive assessments and functional analyses conducted over a telehealth system
This study examined whether experimental functional analyses (FAs) conducted by parents at home with coaching via telehealth would produce differentiated results, and compared these results to the …
Published: 2019-11-01
Perspectives about adult sibling relationships: A dyadic analysis of siblings with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities
Most siblings of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) report positive sibling relationships. However, extant research often only examines the perspective of the …
Published: 2019-11-01
Aging, community-based employment, mobility impairment, and retirement: National Core Indicators-Adult Community Survey data
Little is known about how, when, or why individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) retire. Recognizing the changing needs of older adults with IDD is critical to support …
Published: 2019-10-31
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: October 2019
FYI Monthly is a monthly e-communication from the Institute on Community Integration. The October 2019 issue includes three feature stories, a leading ICI Facebook post from the past month, four …
Published: October 2019
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Evaluating the Services that People with Disabilities Receive
Published: Thu Oct 17 2019
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Alum Joins Autism Society of Minnesota
Published: Wed Oct 16 2019
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Lazarus Takes Helm at NCEO
Published: Tue Oct 15 2019
NCEO Brief: Considerations for States Providing Materials in Braille (#19)
The purpose of this brief is to provide information on, and recommendations for, providing appropriate braille materials for students. In November 2012, the U.S. members of the Braille Authority …
Published: October 2019
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Check & Connect on Television in Indiana
Published: Mon Oct 14 2019
NCEO Reports: 2016-17 Publicly Reported Assessment Results for Students with Disabilities and ELs with Disabilities (#411)
This is the 20th report by the National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) that describes how states publicly report assessment data for students with disabilities in K-12 schools in the United …
Published: October 2019
NCEO Reports: 2018-19 Participation Guidelines and Definitions for Alternate Assessments based on Alternate Academic Achievement Standards (#415)
The purpose of this report is to provide an update on state participation criteria and guidelines for alternate assessments based on alternate academic achievement standards (AA-AAAS). In this …
Published: October 2019
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Remembering Nancy McCulloh
Published: Fri Oct 04 2019
A systematic review of U.S. studies on the prevalence of intellectual or developmental disabilities since 2000
This systematic review examined 14 U.S. studies published since 2000 reporting prevalence estimates for intellectual disability (ID) or developmental disability (DD). Prevalence rates for children …
Published: 2019-10-01
Identifying people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in national population surveys
Public health and policy planning for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) is imperiled by the lack of ongoing national surveillance data on prevalence and health status. …
Published: 2019-10-01
NCEO Newsletter: October 2019 issue
This newsletter includes articles on a variety of topics. First, a Brief on examining disproportionality is highlighted, including ideas for looking at data when sample sizes are small; this brief …
Published: October 2019
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Self-Directed Supports with Independent Support Services
Evaluated a New York approach to self-directed supports and analyzed national trends in self-directed supports. The project examined how families navigate a self-directed approach when the primary …
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Lewin HCBS Special Projects [Archived]
Assists the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in accelerating its understanding of the challenges that states face related to the HCBS direct service workforce and with potential …
What matters: Lessons learned from the implementation of PROMISE model demonstration projects
Background: PROMISE Model Demonstration Projects (MDPs) are on the front line of innovative, comprehensive supports for transition-aged youth and their families. Investments made through PROMISE …
Published: 2019-09-27
Forum on States and Districts Working Together on the 1.0% Threshold
A report on a forum held on June 26, 2019 in Orlando, Florida to discuss how states and districts can work together to meet the 1.0% threshold on participation in the alternate assessment aligned …
Published: September 2019
1% Toolkit: Developing a 1% Cap Waiver or Waiver Extension Request (NCEO Tool #1)
The Every Student Succeeds Act allows for states to request a waiver from the 1% cap on alternate assessment participation requirements. Waiver request requirements are described in this Tool (the …
Published: September 2019
1% Toolkit: Data Analysis and Use Planning Tool for Examining AA-AAAS Participation: Addressing the Percentage of Students Participating in the Alternate Assessment (NCEO Tool #2)
This Data Analysis and Use Planning Tool is designed to help states and districts develop a plan for analyzing and using their AA-AAAS data as part of their efforts to meet the 1.0% cap on state- …
Published: September 2019
1% Toolkit: State-District Data Display Templates: Addressing the Percentage of Students Participating in the Alternate Assessment (NCEO Tool #3)
This State-District Data Display Templates tool is designed to provide states and districts with templates to display their data, with the end goal being to support an examination of the displayed …
Published: September 2019
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AUCD Mentions Hewitt in Article About Reauthorization of Autism CARES Act
Published: Mon Sep 23 2019
1% Toolkit: District Dialogue Guide: Addressing the Percentage of Students Participating in the Alternate Assessment (NCEO Tool #4)
As part of its efforts to meet the 1.0% cap on state-level participation in the alternate assessment aligned to alternate academic achievement standards (AA-AAAS), NCEO’s Peer Learning Group 1 ( …
Published: Sun Sep 22 2019
1% Toolkit: Frequently Asked Questions on AA-AAAS (NCEO Tool #5)
The 2015 Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) 1.0% cap on state-level participation rates in the alternate assessment aligned to alternate academic achievement standards (AA-AAAS) generated questions …
Published: September 2019
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: September 2019
FYI Monthly is a monthly e-communication from the Institute on Community Integration. The September 2019 issue includes three feature stories, a leading ICI Facebook post from the past month, …
Published: September 2019
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Getting Kids with Autism and Other NDDs Out into Nature
Published: Mon Sep 16 2019
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American/Russian Handbook Shares Successes and Struggles of Community Living and Employment
Published: Sun Sep 15 2019
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AUCD Features MNLEND Fellow who is now a Special Education Director at Minneapolis Public Schools
Published: Sun Sep 15 2019
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New Frontline Initiative Promotes Self-Care for Direct Support Professionals
Published: Sat Sep 14 2019
NCEO Reports: Status of State-Defined Alternate Diplomas in 2018-19 (#416)
The purpose of this report is to summarize the status of state-defined alternate diplomas in the 50 U.S. states three years after the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESSA) indicated that …
Published: September 2019
NCEO Reports: A Review of the Literature on Computerized Speech-to-Text Accommodations (#414)
This literature review describes what research conducted between 2008 and 2018 tells the field about the use of computerized speech-to-text (STT) technology tools by K-12 and post-secondary …
Published: August 2019
Examining the National Core Indicators' potential to monitor rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities according to the CRPD
The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) aims to change attitudes and policies toward individuals with disabilities worldwide and to foster the inclusion and independence …
Published: 2019-09-10
FSRTC Research Brief 1: Social Support and Family Resilience Ease the Stress of Parents of Children with Complex Special Health Care Needs
This brief examines the effects of three social determinants—community conditions, emotional support, and family resilience—on the mental and physical health of mothers of children with complex …
Published: Spring 2019
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Education Dive Mentions NCEO Brief
Published: Wed Sep 04 2019
1% Toolkit
A set of tools designed by National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) and states to address the 1.0% participation threshold for the alternate assessment aligned to alternate academic achieveme…

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