Speech Time Fun Presents:
Streamlining Data Collection Systems for Easier IEP Reporting
Presented by Michele Rothstein, M.A., CCC-SLP
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET
Virtual via Zoom
Exclusively for SLP Elevate Members
0.1 ASHA CEU* or 1 PDH
(*must OPT IN for ASHA CEU reporting using Zoom registration link)
About the Course
Streamlining Data Collection Systems for Easier IEP Reporting
In this 60-minute webinar designed for speech-language pathologists, participants will learn practical, time-saving systems to improve how they collect data and use data for IEP progress monitoring.
The session will clarify the difference between therapy charting and data collection probes, highlight common documentation pitfalls, and walk participants through simple improvements they can implement immediately.
Attendees will also explore digital data sheets as a tool for reducing paperwork and increasing legal defensibility. This session is ideal for SLPs looking to streamline their documentation practices while maintaining compliance and clarity.
Learning Outcomes
At the conclusion of this presentation, participants will be able to:
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Detail the differences between therapy charting and data collection probes
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Explain how to effectively implement data collection probes and identify where progress monitoring probes are documented in the IEP process
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Explain the benefits of implementing a 3 week-1 week therapy/data collection ratio and how to implement it
Meet our Speaker
Michele Rothstein, M.A., CCC-SLP, is an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist with over 27 years of experience. A full-time school-based SLP, she specializes in the elementary population.
With a passion and expertise in combining evidence-based practice with time-saving caseload management and data collection systems, Michele has supported the needs of her colleagues district-wide as a department coordinator and instructional technology coach for the third-largest school district in Pennsylvania.
As the owner of SLP Madness, LLC, she has provided professional development nationwide, teaching speech-language pathologists how to improve their IEP development, progress monitoring, and establish more legally defensible data collection. With a focus on coaching others to reduce paperwork overwhelm while meeting the ever-growing demands of their caseloads, Michele provides simple, actionable steps SLPs can use to improve their IEP paperwork and data collection practices right away.
She holds a master's degree (summa cum laude) from Temple University, where she received the Adele Gerber Award, 30 additional master's-level credits, and a bachelor's degree (magna cum laude) from the University of Pittsburgh.
Since 1999, she has maintained a Pennsylvania Speech-Language Pathologist license, a K–12 Speech and Language Teacher Certification, and her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
Time Ordered Agenda
Better Bilingual Evaluations Through Converging Evidence with Emily Sweet
7:00–7:10 PM: Introduction
7:10 PM–7:15 PM: Common Pitfalls of Data Collection
7:15 PM–7:20 PM: Therapy Charting vs. Data Collection Probes
7:20 PM–7:30 PM: Data Dos and Don’ts
7:30 PM–7:35 PM: Data Collection Steps
7:35 PM–7:40 PM: Benefits of a Data Maker
7:40 PM–7:45 PM: How Data Collection Brings Everything Together
7:45 PM–7:50 PM: Saving Time with Automation
7:50PM–8:00 PM: Exit Poll Q&A and Wrap-Up
Disclosures
Disclosures
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Sole member, SLP Madness, LLC
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Paid presenter for today's session
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Receive income from the sale of educational resources on my website and Teachers Pay Teachers
Website: https://www.slpmadness.com
Instagram: @slp.madness
Requirements for Submission of CEU Credit to ASHA
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Opt-in for ASHA CEU reporting
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Attend the ENTIRE LIVE session
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Compete the Self Assessment Survey within 7 days of the LIVE event