Area Special Education Cooperative

Huge shoutout to DHH Teacher Joann Papke and 4th-grade student Jack!🌟Today, they gave a presentation to Jack's classmates about his hearing loss and the equipment he uses. Jack confidently answered his peers' questions like a total rock star! What a great way to build understanding and connection! 💙 #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether

What an incredible day of collaboration and learning with our amazing ASEC team! We kicked off the day by connecting with colleagues and diving into an inspiring session on Trauma-Sensitive Schools, led by our Behavior Support Team, Jennifer and Gabby. Lunch was followed by a refreshing yoga session with DHH Teacher, Joann—what a great way to reset! The Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force then delivered a highly informative session on Home Visiting Safety, an essential topic for our staff. We wrapped up the day with a motivating message from our Executive Director, Tiffany, who sent us off inspired and ready to continue making a positive impact on the students and families we are so lucky to work with. 🌟 #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether #MakingADifference

We’re thrilled to share that our Executive Director, Tiffany, has received a prestigious award from the Minnesota Administrators for Special Education (MASE)! This honor celebrates her exceptional leadership and dedication to improving education for students with disabilities. Tiffany’s passion for shaping policies and empowering others inspires us all. We are so grateful to have such a visionary and compassionate leader guiding our team. Her commitment to students, families, and our mission makes an incredible impact every day. Please join us in celebrating Tiffany’s well-deserved recognition! 🏆💙 #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether

🌟 Your Next Opportunity Awaits at ASEC! 🌟 At ASEC, we don’t just work in education—we change lives! We’re looking for passionate professionals to join our mission-driven team. Now Hiring: ✨ School Psychologist ✨ Behavior Support Specialist II ✨ Educational Sign Language Interpreter ✨ Deaf/Hard of Hearing Teacher ✅ Why ASEC? Work in a supportive, collaborative environment Opportunities for professional growth Make a lasting impact on students and families https://www.asec.net/page/asec-job-opportunities-copy #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether #ResourcesInvestedInChildren

We’re Hiring! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students? ASEC has several exciting opportunities to join our team! Open Positions: 📌 School Psychologist 📌 Behavior Support Specialist II 📌 Educational Sign Language Interpreter 📌 Deaf/Hard of Hearing Teacher Learn more here: https://www.asec.net/o/asec/page/asec-job-opportunities-copy #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether

Happy New Year from all of us at ASEC! Wishing you a year filled with joy, success, and endless possibilities. #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether

Join our team at ASEC and make a difference every day! 🌟 Check out our open positions here: https://www.asec.net/page/asec-job-opportunities-copy #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether

✨ 2024 ASEC Holiday Extravaganza ✨ Today, we gathered with our incredible staff for holiday fun, games, and team-building activities! Even virtually, the connection, laughter, and joy were truly felt. We want to extend our warmest wishes to all our staff, students, families, and district partners. Your dedication, hard work, and support make a difference every day, and we are so grateful for each of you. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a bright start to 2025! #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether

Are you passionate about making a difference for students with behavioral challenges? Join our team and help create positive change using evidence-based strategies tailored to individual needs. Collaborate with an amazing team and make an impact every day! 📍 Position: Behavior Support Specialist II 📍 Focus: Empowering staff, supporting students, and implementing effective behavior interventions. More info here: https://www.asec.net/page/asec-job-opportunities-copy #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether

🚨ASEC is growing, and we want YOU to be part of our team! Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. Check out our current job opportunities on our webpage found here: https://www.asec.net/page/asec-job-opportunities-copy #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether #ResourcesInvestedInChildren

🌟 Making Connections Day 🌟 Students and staff from 7 member districts gathered at Choice Fitness in Grand Forks, ND, for a day filled with fun last week. Together, we enjoyed swimming, crafts, snacks, and smiles all around. But the best part? Watching students reconnect with old friends and make new ones! 💕 Moments like these remind us of the power of community and inclusion. A special thanks to our fabulous event organizers from ASEC: Renee, Alycia, Hanna, Julie, Lisa, and Patti. You made this day unforgettable! #MakingConnections #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether

Big shoutout to our Due Process Facilitator, Erin, for her fantastic presentation today during ASEC's monthly virtual PD, ResourcEd! Erin tackled the important topic of IEP Goals and Objectives. She showed how to individualize goals, measure progress, and collect meaningful data to support student success. We are so grateful to have Erin on our team!💙 #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether #ResourcesInvestedInChildren

ASEC's Behavior Support Team has been working hard providing incredible training opportunities to our member districts! 🌟 Here are a few snapshots of the amazing Gabby in action yesterday in Win-E-Mac! We’re so grateful for the impact our team is making and for the dedication they bring to every training. #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether #ResourcesInvestedInChildren

We are excited to highlight Dan Dalchow, Superintendent of Climax-Shelly Schools, one of our member districts, who presented at the MREA Greater Education Summit! Dan joined Tim Lutz (Red Lake Schools) and Liz Windingstad (Willmar Public Schools) for the session "Beyond Borders: Attracting Educators Worldwide." This session explored how school districts are addressing teacher shortages by utilizing J1 and H1 visa programs to hire international teachers. Their insights demonstrated innovative strategies to fill critical teaching positions and strengthen education in Greater Minnesota. Thank you, Superintendent Dalchow, for representing our region and sharing creative solutions to enhance our schools! #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether

What do you get when Early Childhood Special Education Teachers, a Speech-Language Pathologist, a School Psychologist, a Physical Therapist, a Due Process Facilitator, and our Admin team spend the day together? An incredible day of collaboration, problem-solving, and teamwork! 🌟 Our team's dedication and passion are truly unmatched!💙 #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork

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Shoutout to this group of incredible SLPs and ECSE teachers who came together today at the ASEC office for a day of collaboration and teamwork!🌟Their dedication to positively impacting our students, families, and communities is inspiring, and we’re grateful for the commitment they bring every day. Thank you all for your hard work! #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether #ResourcesInvestedInChildren

Many of our 11 member districts held wonderful programs today to recognize and celebrate our veterans. Here’s a snapshot of one of our dedicated educational sign language interpreters, as she interpreted the program in Red Lake Falls. Thank you, Kelsy, for helping make this day meaningful and accessible for all! To all who have served—thank you from ASEC!🇺🇸 #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether

This amazing team took a moment to snap this selfie at today’s NW MN School Psychologists gathering at MSUM. We couldn't love this photo more!💙 When ASEC staff get together, you know it’s going to be a great day!😄 #WeAreASEC #StrongerTogether #schoolpsychologist

We’re so proud of our Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) team, Joann, Krystal, and Pam, who presented an inspiring session at this year’s Collaborative Experience Conference this weekend! Their presentation focused on how virtual groups can bridge the gap of isolation that students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing often experience—especially in rural communities. In these virtual sessions, students build connections with one another and develop crucial compensatory skills that help them succeed in any environment. Joann, Krystal, and Pam highlighted how they work through a collaborative process to create engaging, skill-building sessions based on the Minnesota Compensatory Skills Checklist. Their approach not only strengthens students' skills but also fosters meaningful relationships that make a lasting impact. #StrongerTogether #WeAreASEC #BuildingConnections