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LRC-South Session Request
The LRC-South, a project of the NJ Department of Education, Office of Special Education, offers a variety of opportunities related to inclusive education.
Reserve space for your group/PLC or conduct a PD session with the LRC-South. These sessions can be held at your school/district or at the LRC-South, with direct access to our free library resources and production services.
Session dates, times, and topics may be limited based on the LRC-South staff's availability.
Please review the options listed below to determine the session type that best fits your needs and then complete the LRC-South Session Request form below.
LRC-South Session Options
Self-Directed Work Session / Room Reservation at the LRC-South
Educational professionals, NJDOE partners, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) from local schools, and Community-Based Instructional (CBI) groups are invited to schedule time for their group or organization to work at the LRC-South at Rowan University with direct access to the LRC-South training room, library, and production services.
These sessions are designed and directed by the group, PLC, or CBI instructor with a specific goal or training in mind. LRC staff are not responsible for the planning, facilitation, or supervision of the session. LRC-South staff will be available to assist with library resources and production services as needed.
Educator PD Session at the LRC-South
Groups of five (5) or more are invited to schedule time for a structured professional development session at the LRC-South at Rowan University. These sessions must align with our grant initiative that promotes inclusive education by proactively addressing the needs of all learners.
During this time, LRC-South staff will lead a PD session for 60-90 minutes. Attendees would then have additional time to utilize LRC-South resources and production services.
Session dates, times, and topics may be limited based on LRC-South staff's availability.
Please submit requests at least 6 weeks in advance of the requested date to allow time for planning.
Educator PD Session at Your School/District
Administrators from an individual school or district may request an in-district professional development session conducted by the LRC-South. These sessions must align with our grant initiative that promotes inclusive education by proactively addressing the needs of all learners.
The session will be presented to school staff and will occur at a school or district location. A virtual option may also be requested.
Session dates, times, and topics may be limited based on LRC-South staff's availability.
Please submit requests at least 6 weeks in advance of the requested date to allow time for planning.
*If you are looking for an in-depth, ongoing, targeted professional training partnership, please visit our Technical Assistance webpage.
Technical Assistance
The LRC-South collaborates with schools through an in-depth, targeted professional learning partnership to support inclusive practices using a multifaceted approach:
- Providing customized professional learning that integrates content delivery with opportunities for collaboration, application, and reflection.
- Building capacity through resource sharing, ongoing consultation, and protocol development.
- Responding flexibly to school needs and educator feedback by refining targeted supports and differentiating professional learning, coaching, and facilitation.
Additional Professional Learning Opportunities
In collaboration with the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) Office of Special Education (OSE), the LRC-South provides free services including professional development, technical assistance, and professional learning opportunities for school districts, educators, and families of students with identified disabilities.
