KSSB aims to lead by example in providing high quality expanded core curriculum instruction through group learning events across the state. These events are designed to bring students of similar ages and abilities together in their local regions to generalize their skills in all areas of the expanded core curriculum. Events are designed with the “collapsed expanded core” in mind, as multiple skill areas are often addressed through one activity. In addition to participation in the scheduled event, teachers who register a student will also be provided with three associated lesson plans. Two will be focused on pre-teaching skills that will be utilized at the event. The third lesson plan will support the implementation of newly learned skills into daily life at home and school. Please contact Anna Cyr with questions or to request an event in your area.
Collapsed Expanded Core
| Access | Community Readiness | Independent Living |
| Compensatory
Sensory Efficiency Assistive Tech |
O&M
Self-Determination Career Education |
Recreation and Leisure
Independent Living Skills Social Interaction |
Advocate for Access!
Expanded Core on the Road Advocate for Access!
Advocate for Access!
We will return to the Kansas State Capitol to meet our legislators and share the importance of access for people with low vision and blindness.
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Check back for details and registration information!
Access Technology
Expanded Core on the Road Access Technology
Access Technology
The Access Technology event is designed for students with a visual impairment in 1st – 12th grades. All areas of the Expanded Core Curriculum will be incorporated into the day with specific focus on Access Skills (Compensatory, Sensory Efficiency and Assistive Technology). The KSSB Mobile STEM van will be joining us for this exciting event!
Thursday, September 19, 2024
9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Dodge City School District Office ~ 2112 N First Ave. ~ Dodge City, KS 67801
Independent Living
Expanded Core on the Road Independent Living & Community Readiness!
Thursday, October 17, 2024
9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Central Kansas Cooperative in Education, 409 W. Cloud St., Salina, KS 67401
Blind Sports and More!
Expanded Core on the Road Blind Sports and More!
Blind Sports and More! is designed for students in middle and high school (6th-12th grades) with any level of visual impairment. Blind Sports and More! provides interaction with other visually impaired peers in team games , as well as exposure to and participation in blind sports, including goal ball and blind soccer.
Blind Sports and More! will be offered two times during the 2024-2025 school year.
Thursday, November 21, 2024
9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Inspire Church Gymnasium, 4290 N Monroe St., Hutchinson, KS 67502
AND
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: South Central KS
Fitness for Everyone!
Expanded Core on the Road Fitness for Everyone!
Fitness for Everyone
This FREE half day training provides an overview of how to include students who are blind/visually impaired in physical education games and activities. We’ll also brainstorm how to increase fitness opportunities for this unique population. Wear athletic clothes and come prepared to play!
Intended for: PE teachers, Physical therapists, TSVIs, COMS, Paraprofessionals, Parents
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Inspire Church Children’s Theater, 4290 N Monroe St., Hutchinson, KS 67502
Career Readiness
Expanded Core on the Road Career Readiness
Expanded Core on the Road: Career Readiness will be exploring careers in the parks and recreation field.
More information about this exciting program will be coming soon!
April 4 – 6, 2025
Central KS
