We’re excited to announce the addition of a Special Education track for WASWUG 2025! Sponsored by our partner, Public Consulting Group (PCG), this track will feature engaging sessions led by PCG and WSIPC. This new track is designed to provide actionable insights and tools to empower educators and administrators to make a lasting impact.
Since 2005, PCG has partnered with WSIPC and Washington school districts to provide innovative, customized solutions that raise organizational performance, maximize Medicaid revenues, improve special education services, and help position students to succeed in college and in careers. Click here to learn more about PCG.
Special Education Track Sessions
Discovering the Power of Robust Reporting in IEP Online 3.0
Get ready to embark on a new data adventure with IEP Online 3.0’s powerful reporting tools! In this session, we’ll dive into the expanded reporting functionality designed to give districts deeper insights and streamlined data access. This session will equip you with the tools to navigate your reporting journey in IEP Online 3.0.
Experience PCG’s In Person Office Hours
In this open-format office hours session, PCG experts will be available to answer your questions about IEP Online. Receive hands-on support and troubleshooting assistance to help you overcome any challenges. Let the adventure begin as we navigate your path to success together!
Exploring School-Based Medicaid and EasyTrac
"Let the Adventure Begin" as we dive into the school-based Medicaid journey, discovering ways to unlock funding that directly supports student needs. This session will guide you through the ins and outs of the school-based Medicaid program, from eligibility and documentation to maximizing reimbursements. Join us to map out best practices, navigate common challenges, and equip your district with the tools to successfully leverage Medicaid resources—an adventure that directly benefits both schools and students alike!
IEP Online 3.0 Unpacked: Everything You’ve Wanted to Know
Curious about what’s new in IEP Online 3.0? Join us for an in-depth exploration of the latest version, where we’ll answer your most pressing questions and walk through the enhanced features and tools that make IEP management easier and more efficient. From improved user interfaces to expanded reporting and compliance tools, this session covers everything you need to know to make the most of IEP Online 3.0. Get ready to dive into this next chapter—your adventure with IEP Online 3.0 starts here!
Navigating Family Engagement: Building Stronger Connections
This session explores the journey of building meaningful, lasting partnerships with families to support student success. Effective communication with families creates a stronger, more inclusive educational environment, and we’re here to help you enhance that connection in your district.
We would like to invite you to a demonstration of two powerful PCG products designed to bridge the communication gap and improve family engagement:
- Translation: This solution is tailored to provide meaningful access to documents for students, parents, and guardians who are non-native English speakers, ensuring all families stay informed and engaged.
- IEP Online Connect: PCG’s innovative parent portal transforms how district staff communicate through IEP Online. With this tool, staff can draft documents, finalized records, and securely send signature and consent requests directly to parents, streamlining communication and collaboration.
Special Education CEDARS State Reporting - "CHANGES" in File K & File U for Qmlativ
In this session, we will share reference materials for OSPI, WSIPC, and Qmlativ (i.e., viewing updates and ways to use the tools), share OSPI criteria for record selection in CEDARS Files K and U, share CEDARS 2023-24 'CHANGES' in Files K and U (i.e., Interpreter Services Requested - new fields), and show in the Qmlativ platform where the new "Interpreter Services Requested" fields are located for reporting in File K and U.
Top Benefits of the Import (Writeback) from IEP Online
Do you already use IEP Online or are you thinking about it? Did you know that WSIPC's custom integration not only sends data from Skyward to IEP Online, but can also import data from IEP Online to Skyward? Come explore the top benefits of implementing the Writeback at your district.