Call for Papers now Available!

UPDATE: We have decided to extend the deadline for the Call for Papers until October 29th, 2010. Many of you were gone over the summer and we want to make sure everyone an opportunity to submit their idea.

Submit your idea today! (if you submitted your paper by the deadline, keep your eyes open for a small thank you in your inbox from us...)

If you are interested in presenting a the 2011 NRCP Conference in Pennsylvania, the Call for Papers is now available. We are looking for presentations on the following topics:

Research Initiatives focusing on paraeducator effectiveness, training and supervision, one-on-one use of paraeducators, or other pertinent topics.

Statewide or local initiatives to set standards.

Hands on Sessions specifically designed to strengthen the on-the-job performance of paraprofessionals working in Title I programs, inclusive classrooms or one-on-one job assignments, home- and center-based early childhood programs, ALS/bilingual education, and vocational/transitional services.

Incentives for Retaining a Skilled Paraprofessional Work Force (e.g. career pathways, credentialing flexible degree programs, collaborative articulated systems between provider agencies and 2- and 4-year colleges).

Standards and professionally developed models for preparing teachers and other supervisors to work effectively with paraprofessionals and direct service providers in education and other human services.

Emerging Roles for Paraprofessionals in occupational, speech/language, physical therapy and other disciplines.

However, if you have an idea that is not on this list, we would still love to hear about it. From Call for Papers page, there is a link where you can submit your proposal online.

Proposals are due by Friday, October 29th, submit yours today!