Planning for Next Year in Independent Study: Reflection, ADA, Communication & Summer PD

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This webinar guides Independent Study educators and administrators through practical ways to close out the school year while preparing for the year ahead. CCIS leaders Kate Perry and Daniel O’Brien, joined by Independent Study practitioners Lisa Valdes and Beth Freeman, discuss reflection, student and staff feedback, ADA processes, communication systems, curriculum planning, and sustainable professional growth.

The conversation emphasizes small, manageable improvements, collaboration with colleagues, and proactive planning around program changes, materials, documentation, and compliance-related workflows. Viewers will also hear strategies for protecting work-life balance and using summer professional development to return refreshed and better prepared to serve students.

What You’ll Learn

  • Reflect on what worked, what needs improvement, and how to capture those insights before the next school year begins.
  • Identify practical ways to use student and teacher surveys to strengthen Independent Study programs.
  • Understand how regular ADA reviews and folder audits can support a smoother year-end closeout.
  • Explore communication strategies that keep students, families, counselors, and staff aligned.
  • Plan for curriculum, staffing, program, and systems changes with manageable next steps.
  • Discover ways to pursue meaningful professional development while maintaining healthy boundaries.

Video Chapters

  • 00:00 Welcome and Introductions
  • 01:04 Compliance Disclaimer and Resources
  • 01:49 Guests and Roundtable Format
  • 02:58 Year-End Reflection Tips
  • 06:59 Surveys and Small Improvements
  • 10:38 Collaboration and ADA Closeout
  • 13:19 Making a Difference Reflection
  • 19:55 Planning Next Year Communication
  • 21:47 Early Prep Systems and Site Changes
  • 24:14 Launching Online Academy
  • 24:52 Planning Without Perfection
  • 25:30 Prep Checklist and Questions
  • 25:53 Beth’s New Teaching Plan
  • 27:34 Textbook Changes and Advocacy
  • 30:01 Systems Before Summer
  • 30:30 Work Life Boundaries
  • 31:48 Support Networks and Wellness
  • 33:51 Teachercations Summer PD
  • 39:16 Reflect, Reset and Wrap Up
  • 40:28 Final Advice and Resources

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