"In Wyoming, many educators are teaching under exception authorization licenses to meet workforce needs and support students in special education. While these educators are dedicated and knowledgeable, they often begin their roles with a limited special education background and a need for ongoing support and community.
This session introduces Project ECHO, a professional learning model designed to build educator capacity, confidence, and practical skills through brief targeted instruction and collaborative case discussions within a supportive community of practice. The ECHO model allows educators to learn from experts and peers through an “all-teach, all learn” approach.
Participants of this workshop will experience the ECHO session structure, including a presentation on the ECHO model followed by a case discussion focused on supporting teachers on exception authorization. Following these collaborative conversations, participants will learn how they can use ECHO for mentorship and support for new educators in their own districts. "
