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District 28 officials say more staff training planned after parents describe gaps in special-education supports

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District 28 special-education leaders told parents the city offers ongoing professional development but acknowledged schools must do more to train classroom staff, paraprofessionals and clinicians to implement IEPs and support students with autism and literacy needs.

District 28 special-education leaders told parents Tuesday night that the city provides ongoing professional development but acknowledged more work is needed at school sites to train teachers, administrators and paraprofessionals to implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

At a Community Education Council meeting chaired by Quintin (Quentin) — who opened the session — Jennifer Lozano Luna, chairperson for CPSC 3, said CSC offices provide professional development and share state updates with clinicians and teams,…

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