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Sheri Kraus
Sheri Kraus is an ECSE Family Professional Development Specialist with STAR NET Region IV. Prior to working for STAR NET, Sheri was a Sign Language Interpreter for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Sheri received her Associate in Applied Science degree in Sign Language Studies from Southwestern Illinois College and her Bachelor of Science degree in Workforce Education Development from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. Sheri and her husband are parents of three young men, one which happens to have autism spectrum disorder. They also have three beautiful grandchildren. Sheri enjoys working with families and sharing all she can with those who have children with and without disabilities.
Upcoming Events
August 2025
Our Trip to Successful Toilet Training – Live Webinar
Toilet training can sometimes be a difficult task of knowing when your child is ready, especially when your child has a disability. When and how to begin the process and what tips and tricks would be helpful to know will also be discussed. In this one-hour training, you will be introduced to some ideas and […]
Find out more »September 2025
Sign Language Basics: Talking with Your Hands – Live Webinar
This workshop will provide participants with the basic knowledge behind Sign Language of who, what, where, when, and why sign language is used. Participants will learn basic signs that will help them when working with individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or have not yet acquired language. All participants will be encouraged to actively […]
Find out more »September 2025- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP […]
Find out more »October 2025
October 2025- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP […]
Find out more »Support Group Meeting – In Person
Join families of young children with disabilities as we support, encourage and learn from one another. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session. Â Presenter(s): Sheri Kraus Support Group Meeting […]
Find out more »November 2025
The Importance of Visual Supports and Strategies – Live Webinar
This webinar will explain the importance of visual supports and strategies, while sharing examples of when, where, why and how they are used not only for young children with disabilities, but for supporting all children. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and […]
Find out more »November 2025- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP […]
Find out more »December 2025
December 2025- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP […]
Find out more »January 2026
January 2026- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP […]
Find out more »Book Study: Empowering Your Child to Fly: A Family’s Guide to Early Childhood Inclusion – Live Webinar Series (Jan.16th, Jan.30th, Feb.13th)
Registration deadline is 12/19/25. In this book study, “Empowering Your Child to Fly: A Family’s Guide to Early Childhood Inclusion” by Jani Kozlowski, family members of children with disabilities will have the chance to dive into topics about the importance of inclusion in early childhood education. Each participant will receive a copy of the book […]
Find out more »Support Group Meeting – In Person
Join families of young children with disabilities as we support, encourage and learn from one another. Note: Approximately three weeks before the meeting, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session. Â Presenter(s): Sheri Kraus Meeting Date: January […]
Find out more »February 2026
February 2026- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP […]
Find out more »Support Group Meeting – Live Webinar
Join families of young children with disabilities as we support, encourage and learn from one another. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session. Â Presenter(s):Â Â Sheri Kraus Webinar Date:Â February […]
Find out more »March 2026
March 2026- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP […]
Find out more »Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Services: Roles and Responsibilities – Live Webinar
The Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services developed this standardized training to address the requirements of the federal law, Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) to ensure a smooth and effective transition process is in place for children and their families who will be transitioning from Early Intervention […]
Find out more »Support Group Meeting – In Person
Join families of young children with disabilities as we support, encourage and learn from one another. Note: Approximately three weeks before the meeting, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session. Â Presenter(s): Sheri Kraus Meeting Date: March […]
Find out more »April 2026
April 2026- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP […]
Find out more »Support Group Meeting – Live Webinar
Join families of young children with disabilities as we support, encourage and learn from one another. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session. Â Presenter(s):Â Â Sheri Kraus Webinar Date:Â April […]
Find out more »May 2026
May 2026- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP […]
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