PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITY with SPED STRATEGIES. ESU 8 is excited to be inviting educators and staff to participate in a two days of professional learning in service of inclusive conditions and instructional practices. There, participants will engage in interactive learning opportunities before applying their learning to case studies that can be transferred immediately into the classroom. DAY 1 - October 2nd: Inclusive Mindsets: Begins fostering the mindsets needed to advance inclusive strategies and systems in schools. Collaborative Planning: Enhances knowledge and skill in collaboration to maximize planning between general and special education teachers.