MAP-A Training
This professional learning opportunity will build participant knowledge in the process of completing the Dynamic Learning MAPs (DLM) for our students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. Teachers will learn to utilize the process and components of this assessment, including the use of the educator portal, to embed the essential elements from the DLM into daily instructional opportunities for students. This process builds students’ knowledge and capacity to demonstrate growth on the summative version of the MAP-A.
Includes Science updates for 2026-27 school year.
Presenters:
Bailey Tennesen has worked with students with disabilities for over 15 years. While working as a Special Education teacher, Bailey obtained her ESL Certification and received her Master’s Degree in Teacher Leadership. Currently,she serves as the Special Education Compliance Consultant for the Kansas City area and surrounding region. She is a strong advocate for students with special needs and believes every child has the right to learn.
R.Kent Yocum has experience teaching in California, Missouri, Kansas and Japan. Kent has over 25 years of experience teaching kindergarten through adult and college, general education classroom, Instructional Coach, Innovation Specialist, ELL Instructor and as Principal for traditional districts settings, charter schools and an alternative magnet.
Denise Cunningham has over 25 years of experience in elementary education. She began teaching in rural Vermont and then continued her career in the North Kansas City School District including roles as, K-5 Reading Specialist, 2nd grade classroom teacher, Teaching and Learning Coach and an Assistant Principal.
Cost: $30.00 for KCRPDC Members and $35.00 for Non-Members
To avoid payment responsibility, cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before training.