PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Riverside County SELPA is committed to providing Professional Learning opportunities that meet the unique needs of each of our member Local Education Agencies (LEAs). We strive to hold SELPA wide Professional Learning events, as well as, sessions designed specifically for each LEA.

We are pleased to share our 2025–2026 Professional Development Guide, which includes a detailed breakdown of our PD process and offerings for the upcoming school year. See upcoming opportunities below or click on our Calendar tab at the top of the website for event and registration information.   

Riverside County SELPA Vision for Staff Development:

  • Provide a comprehensive plan of staff development for educators and families based on best practices in special education.
  • Plan a yearly calendar of trainings and distribute to member LEAs.
  • Effectively disseminate information regarding staff development opportunities throughout the county.
  • Train district representatives who will return to their LEAs to train others.
  • Collaborate with other agencies to provide staff development throughout the county.

If you need additional information or to request Professional Learning please contact Kate Dampier at kate@rcselpa.org 

Upcoming Events

Info Meeting

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office and virtually via Zoom

July 9th, 2026 - 9:00 am

Info meetings are designed to support all within the LEA who are responsible for Special Education Information System reporting. Meeting Topics Include: SEIS, CALPADS and CDE Updates, SEIS and CALPADS Best Practices, Current Data Priorities, CDE Compliance and Yearly Reporting Requirements.

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Data Team Workshop

Meeting will be held in person at the RC SELPA office - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

July 9th, 2026 - 11:00 am

Data Team Workshops are designed to give LEA Data Teams the support and work time needed to ensure CALPADS data submissions are timely and accurate. We encourage LEA Data Teams to attend with their CALPADS Technicians, SEIS Technicians, and Special Education Administrators. RC SELPA team members will work alongside LEA data team members: to address and correct CALPADS reporting errors, to review updates to the CALPADS reporting process, to assist with SEIS data submissions and to provide any additional support needed for required Special Education data submissions.

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RC SELPA Budget Workshop

RC SELPA - Mountain Conference Room - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

August 26th, 2026 - 9:00 am

This workshop provides critical insights into Special Education funding, models, and regulatory changes, helping districts manage and allocate resources more effectively to support students in need. Topics to be covered include... Special Education Funding 101 Overview of funding sources and distribution methods. Riverside County SELPA Funding Model and Allocation Understand how the SELPA funding model works and its implications for your district. Out of Home Care Funding Key updates and funding strategies related to out-of-home care. Regionalized Programs & Funding Implications Insights on regionalized programs and their funding challenges. Questions & Answers Session Please include questions with your registration or bring them to the workshop.

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Special Education Administrator Network

RC SELPA - Mountain Conference Room - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

August 27th, 2026 - 9:00 am

Join Riverside County SELPA for the Special Education Administrator Network meeting. Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate with other special education administrators within Riverside County SELPA on legal issues in special education, Alternative Dispute Resolution, compliance monitoring, leadership development, and much more.

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Info Meeting

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office and virtually via Zoom

September 3rd, 2026 - 9:00 am

Info meetings are designed to support all within the LEA who are responsible for Special Education Information System reporting. Meeting Topics Include: SEIS, CALPADS and CDE Updates, SEIS and CALPADS Best Practices, Current Data Priorities, CDE Compliance, and Yearly Reporting Requirements

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Special Education Leadership Symposium

Riverside Convention Center - 3637 5th Street, Riverside, CA 92501

September 24th, 2026 - 8:00 am

Join fellow special education leaders from across Riverside County SELPA for a full day of connection, shared learning, and strategic planning. Program Features: Collaborate with district teams across RC SELPA and deepen your understanding of special education services across LEAs Explore inclusive practices that elevate student access and success Strengthen family and community engagement efforts Leverage data to drive decision-making Set and refine district team goals

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PECS Level 1 Training

RC SELPA - Mountain Conference Room - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

September 29th, 2026 - 8:00 am

PECS Level 1 Training (13 Hours) Workshop Description This intensive 13-hour interactive workshop teaches educators and caregivers how to implement a picture-based communication system that helps individuals develop functional communication skills. Participants will learn the underlying principles, implementation process, and strategies for creating an effective learning environment. The workshop also explores the strengths and limitations of different communication methods and why picture-based communication can be an effective starting point for many learners. Designed for educators, therapists, and paraeducators

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Info Meeting

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office and virtually via Zoom

October 1st, 2026 - 9:00 am

Info meetings are designed to support all within the LEA who are responsible for Special Education Information System reporting. Meeting Topics Include: SEIS, CALPADS and CDE Updates, SEIS and CALPADS Best Practices, Current Data Priorities, CDE Compliance and Yearly Reporting Requirements.

Read More >>


Data Team Workshop

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

October 1st, 2026 - 11:00 am

Data Team Workshops are designed to give LEA Data Teams the support and work time needed to ensure CALPADS data submissions are timely and accurate. We encourage LEA Data Teams to attend with their CALPADS Technicians, SEIS Technicians, and Special Education Administrators. RC SELPA team members will work alongside LEA data team members: to address and correct CALPADS reporting errors, to review updates to the CALPADS reporting process, to assist with SEIS data submissions and to provide any additional support needed for required Special Education data submissions.

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Preschool Consortium

RC SELPA - Mountain Conference Room - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

October 8th, 2026 - 9:00 am

This workshop provides critical insights into Special Education funding models, and regulatory changes, helping districts manage and allocate resources more effectively to support students in need. Topics to be covered include... Special Education Funding 101 Overview of funding sources and distribution methods. Riverside County SELPA Funding Model and Allocation Understand how the SELPA funding model works and its implications for your district. Out of Home Care Funding Key updates and funding strategies related to out-of-home care. Regionalized Programs & Funding Implications Insights on regionalized programs and their funding challenges. Questions & Answers Session Please include questions with your registration or bring them to the workshop.

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RC SELPA Budget Workshop

RC SELPA - Mountain Conference Room - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

October 28th, 2026 - 9:00 am

This workshop provides critical insights into Special Education funding models, and regulatory changes, helping districts manage and allocate resources more effectively to support students in need. Topics to be covered include...  Special Education Funding 101 Overview of funding sources and distribution methods. Riverside County SELPA Funding Model and Allocation Understand how the SELPA funding model works and its implications for your district. Out of Home Care Funding Key updates and funding strategies related to out-of-home care. Regionalized Programs & Funding Implications Insights on regionalized programs and their funding challenges. Questions & Answers Session Please include questions with your registration or bring them to the workshop.

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Info Meeting

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office and virtually via Zoom

November 5th, 2026 - 9:00 am

Info meetings are designed to support all within the LEA who are responsible for Special Education Information System reporting. Meeting Topics Include: SEIS, CALPADS and CDE Updates, SEIS and CALPADS Best Practices, Current Data Priorities, CDE Compliance and Yearly Reporting Requirements.

Read More >>


Data Team Workshop

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

November 5th, 2026 - 11:00 am

Data Team Workshops are designed to give LEA Data Teams the support and work time needed to ensure CALPADS data submissions are timely and accurate. We encourage LEA Data Teams to attend with their CALPADS Technicians, SEIS Technicians, and Special Education Administrators. RC SELPA team members will work alongside LEA data team members: to address and correct CALPADS reporting errors, to review updates to the CALPADS reporting process, to assist with SEIS data submissions and to provide any additional support needed for required Special Education data submissions.

Read More >>


Special Education Administrator Network

RC SELPA - Mountain Conference Room - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

November 19th, 2026 - 9:00 am

Join Riverside County SELPA for the Special Education Administrator Network meeting. Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate with other special education administrators within Riverside County SELPA on legal issues in special education, Alternative Dispute Resolution, compliance monitoring, leadership development, and much more.

Read More >>


Info Meeting

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office and virtually via Zoom

December 3rd, 2026 - 9:00 am

Info meetings are designed to support all within the LEA who are responsible for Special Education Information System reporting. Meeting Topics Include: SEIS, CALPADS and CDE Updates, SEIS and CALPADS Best Practices, Current Data Priorities, CDE Compliance and Yearly Reporting Requirements.

Read More >>


Data Team Workshop

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

December 3rd, 2026 - 11:00 am

Data Team Workshops are designed to give LEA Data Teams the support and work time needed to ensure CALPADS data submissions are timely and accurate. We encourage LEA Data Teams to attend with their CALPADS Technicians, SEIS Technicians, and Special Education Administrators. RC SELPA team members will work alongside LEA data team members: to address and correct CALPADS reporting errors, to review updates to the CALPADS reporting process, to assist with SEIS data submissions and to provide any additional support needed for required Special Education data submissions.

Read More >>


Preschool Consortium

RC SELPA - Mountain Conference Room - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

December 8th, 2026 - 9:00 am

Join Early Childhood Educators from across Riverside County for an opportunity to collaborate and share best practices to support our youngest students with disabilities. The consortium participants will discuss updates in assessment, instructional strategies, and changes to legislation regarding early childhood-aged children in special education.

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Preschool Consortium

RC SELPA - Mountain Conference Room - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

February 4th, 2027 - 9:00 am

Join Early Childhood Educators from across Riverside County for an opportunity to collaborate and share best practices to support our youngest students with disabilities. The consortium participants will discuss updates in assessment, instructional strategies, and changes to legislation regarding early childhood-aged children in special education.

Read More >>


Info Meeting

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office and virtually via Zoom

February 11th, 2027 - 9:00 am

Info meetings are designed to support all within the LEA who are responsible for Special Education Information System reporting. Meeting Topics Include: SEIS, CALPADS and CDE Updates, SEIS and CALPADS Best Practices, Current Data Priorities, CDE Compliance and Yearly Reporting Requirements.

Read More >>


Special Education Administrator Network

RC SELPA - Mountain Conference Room - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

February 25th, 2027 - 9:00 am

Join Riverside County SELPA for the Special Education Administrator Network meeting. Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate with other special education administrators within Riverside County SELPA on legal issues in special education, Alternative Dispute Resolution, compliance monitoring, leadership development, and much more.

Read More >>


Info Meeting

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office and virtually via Zoom

March 4th, 2027 - 9:00 am

Info meetings are designed to support all within the LEA who are responsible for Special Education Information System reporting. Meeting Topics Include: SEIS, CALPADS and CDE Updates, SEIS and CALPADS Best Practices, Current Data Priorities, CDE Compliance and Yearly Reporting Requirements.

Read More >>


Info Meeting

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office and virtually via Zoom

April 1st, 2027 - 9:00 am

Info meetings are designed to support all within the LEA who are responsible for Special Education Information System reporting. Meeting Topics Include: SEIS, CALPADS and CDE Updates, SEIS and CALPADS Best Practices, Current Data Priorities, CDE Compliance and Yearly Reporting Requirements.

Read More >>


Preschool Consortium

RC SELPA - Mountain Conference Room - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

April 20th, 2027 - 9:00 am

Join Early Childhood Educators from across Riverside County for an opportunity to collaborate and share best practices to support our youngest students with disabilities. The consortium participants will discuss updates in assessment, instructional strategies, and changes to legislation regarding early childhood-aged children in special education.

Read More >>


Special Education Administrator Network

RC SELPA - Mountain Conference Room - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

April 22nd, 2027 - 9:00 am

Join Riverside County SELPA for the Special Education Administrator Network meeting. Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate with other special education administrators within Riverside County SELPA on legal issues in special education, Alternative Dispute Resolution, compliance monitoring, leadership development, and much more.

Read More >>


Info Meeting

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office and virtually via Zoom

May 6th, 2027 - 9:00 am

Info meetings are designed to support all within the LEA who are responsible for Special Education Information System reporting. Meeting Topics Include: SEIS, CALPADS and CDE Updates, SEIS and CALPADS Best Practices, Current Data Priorities, CDE Compliance and Yearly Reporting Requirements.

Read More >>


Data Team Workshop

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

May 13th, 2027 - 9:00 am

Data Team Workshops are designed to give LEA Data Teams the support and work time needed to ensure CALPADS data submissions are timely and accurate. We encourage LEA Data Teams to attend with their CALPADS Technicians, SEIS Technicians, and Special Education Administrators. RC SELPA team members will work alongside LEA data team members: to address and correct CALPADS reporting errors, to review updates to the CALPADS reporting process, to assist with SEIS data submissions and to provide any additional support needed for required Special Education data submissions.

Read More >>


Info Meeting

Meetings will be held in-person at the Riverside County SELPA office and virtually via Zoom

June 3rd, 2027 - 9:00 am

Info meetings are designed to support all within the LEA who are responsible for Special Education Information System reporting. Meeting Topics Include: SEIS, CALPADS and CDE Updates, SEIS and CALPADS Best Practices, Current Data Priorities, CDE Compliance and Yearly Reporting Requirements.

Read More >>


Data Team Workshop

Meeting will be held in person at the RC SELPA office - 2935 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571

June 10th, 2027 - 9:00 am

Data Team Workshops are designed to give LEA Data Teams the support and work time needed to ensure CALPADS data submissions are timely and accurate. We encourage LEA Data Teams to attend with their CALPADS Technicians, SEIS Technicians, and Special Education Administrators. RC SELPA team members will work alongside LEA data team members: to address and correct CALPADS reporting errors, to review updates to the CALPADS reporting process, to assist with SEIS data submissions and to provide any additional support needed for required Special Education data submissions.

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