LASARD Project

Building your classroom's capacity to meet the unique needs of diverse learners.

The LASARD staff of experienced educators has supported hundreds of teachers across Louisiana to implement specialized supports that meet the unique needs of their diverse learners.

Our staff know from experience that sitting in a professional development session does not always lead to practice in the classroom, so we pair our training sessions with job-embedded coaching (observation, modeling, and feedback) to support the implementation of the evidence-based practices covered in our trainings.

 

Why LASARD?

 

LASARD Services

Professional Development

Enhance your ability to create inclusive and effective learning environments through LASARD's comprehensive training and support. Our evidence-based approach focuses on equipping teachers with the tools and strategies needed to meet the diverse needs of all students, including those with disabilities.

Coaching

Implement effective strategies with the support of LASARD facilitators within your classrooms. Our experienced coaches work alongside teachers, offering real-time guidance, feedback, and practical solutions tailored to the unique needs of their students.

Communities of Practice (CoP)

Engage groups of educators with similar needs in continuous learning. Each CoP session will consist of a short content presentation and a solution focused case study component.

Lunch + Learn: Antecedent-Based Interventions

Would you like to learn evidence-based ways to create an environment that encourages positive/desired behavior, promotes engagement, and reduces interfering behaviors? Using antecedent-based interventions (ABls) can do just that. 
 
Join our Lunch + Learn Webinar to learn simple ways to transform your environment into a positive and predictable space for learning.
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Investing in Potential: Presumed Competence

Presumed competence means that you believe that ALL of the students you teach are capable of learning and deepening their understanding. The LASARD team strongly encourages you to adopt a philosophy of presuming competence and watch for the amazing results in your students!

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Halloween Supports

Are you ready for some SPOOKTACULAR resources? Follow along this month as we share different Halloween visuals that can be used to prepare the learner for all the fun festivities at school and home!

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