SC TEAMS Summer University is a FREE 2-day conference in June 2026 featuring team-based, expert-led professional learning on evidence-based practices to promote student success.
The goal of this event is to provide high-quality professional learning opportunities for districts and schools to promote the installation and implementation of high-leverage practices in general and special education to address the learning and behavioral needs of students with disabilities and others with persistent learning challenges.
When: 9-10, 2026
Where: Marriott Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC
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Get a sneak peek at the workshops SCPI is offering below!
Collaborative Service Delivery For Inclusion
June 9, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
This session will share strategies for implementing services in early childhood settings to ensure all young children with disabilities have access to and participation in inclusive experiences and positive outcomes. This session will support participants to:
- Connect inclusion to developmentally appropriate practice
- Use tools to support general educators to plan routines and activities with every child in mind
- Engage in collaboration, including coaching and consultation centering educator well-being
- Partner with families to write strengths-based IEPs with inclusion in mind.
Engaging Early Literacy Strategies Based on the Science of Reading
June 10, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
This interactive session will equip participants with literacy strategies to help young children practice and maintain essential literacy skills. You'll share and exchange ideas with peers to create a comprehensive list of strategies and leave with a plan to increase positive literacy outcomes.
Supporting Early Mathematics Through Play and Exploration
June 10, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
High-quality early math experiences build the foundation for children’s academic success and confidence as problem-solvers. This interactive session will engage participants in discussion, reflection, and hands-on math stations that model high quality, developmentally appropriate instruction. Participants will leave with practical strategies, ready-to-use ideas, and clear action steps to strengthen instruction and support all young children as confident mathematical thinkers.