Charting the Cs Main Conference 2025: “To Literacy and Beyond”
The Charting the Cs Conference is a statewide professional development event featuring Minnesota practitioners who implement evidence-based practices, practical strategies, and innovative instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities.
"To literacy and beyond!" Join us for this three-day in-person event, where we delve deep into the world of reading support for students with low-incidence disabilities. Our keynote presentations feature cutting-edge strategies and insights into literacy development tailored to diverse learning needs.
The Council for Exceptional Children’s High Leverage Practices and Minnesota’s academic standards guide the Conference Leadership Committee’s (CLC) annual conference planning process. The CLC is committed to providing an accessible conference experience. WCAG 2.0 AA is the standard for all forms of media used for the conference. Participation in the conference is a prerequisite to joining the Charting the Cs Community of Practice (CoP) each year.
Charting the Cs Main Conference 2025: To Literacy and Beyond
Date and Time
April 28, 29 and 30, 2025
- Monday, April 28, 2025 - 1 pm to 4 pm
- Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - 8:30 am to 4 pm
- Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - 8:30 am to 1 pm
Target Audience
- Education Specialists (Special Education Teachers)
- Classroom Educators
- Related Service Providers
- Administrators
- Alternative Delivery of Specialized Instructional Services (ADSIS) Staff
- Title I teachers
Download the Charting the Cs 2025 Flyer.pdf
Cost
Registration: $150
Lodging and meals: $191+taxes and fees per night. Roommates will need to be arranged with the hotel. There are several cabins available for larger groups.
Download the Charting the C’s 2025 Expense Worksheet to keep track of your expenses.
Registration Information
Registration will open on January 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM.
Program Questions
Email chartingthecs@brightworksmn.org
More information about registration for this conference will be available in the fall.
Registration Questions
Breakout Sessions
During the breakout sessions, you'll explore sessions focusing on key areas such as:
- The Pillars of Literacy - Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension: Discover innovative approaches to teaching literacy skills for students with low-incidence disabilities.
- Assistive Technology for Reading: Explore the latest advancements in assistive technology tools designed to enhance reading and accessibility for students with diverse needs.
- Multisensory Reading Instruction: Learn effective multisensory techniques for teaching reading, incorporating visual, auditory, and kinesthetic elements to support diverse learning styles.
- Differentiated Instruction in Reading: Gain practical strategies for implementing differentiated instruction in reading to meet the individualized needs of students with low-incidence disabilities.
- Building Inclusive Literacy Environments: Explore ways to create inclusive classroom environments that promote literacy engagement and success for all students, regardless of their abilities.
Our speakers will provide valuable insights, tools, and resources to transform reading instruction and support student growth "to literacy and beyond." Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your professional practice and make a lasting impact on student learning!
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