Learning Opportunities for Parents, Families, and Others in the Community.


Understanding the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Families

March 3, 2022 @ 12:30PM-2:30PM

This presentation provides parents, family members, caregivers, and others in the community an overview of the process for developing an IEP using a collaborative approach. Participants will be guided through a review of the areas of the IEP and the information that can be shared with the Committee on Special Education (CSE) regarding a child's performance and disability related needs. Participants will gain an understanding of the components of an IEP and the role that parents and family members have in the development of their child's IEP.
A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the training. Questions should be directed to Sheri Gaylord at: [email protected].

For more information and to register for this session go to https://conta.cc/3rqU8m7 or click on the button below.

Transitioning from the Committee on Preschool Education (CPSE) to the Committee on Special Education (CSE) for Families

February 10, 2022 @ 11:00AM-12:30PM
OR
February 16, 2022 @ 6:00PM-7:30PM
This workshop will help participants understand the transition process, to be an active member of the transition team, to understand the difference between services in CPSE and CSE, and to understand the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Participants will come away from this workshop with a better understanding of what to expect as their preschoolers move on to kindergarten.

A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the training. Questions should be directed to Katie Pincher at: [email protected].


For more information and to register for the February 10th, 11:00AM-12:30PM session go to https://conta.cc/3HBoatQ or click on the button below.


For more information and to register for the February 16th, 6:00PM-7:30PM session go to https://conta.cc/3G6oII2 or click on the button below.

Student Directed Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Families

February 17, 2022 @ 10:30AM-12:30PM
Participants will learn to identify ways to meaningfully engage and promote their child’s participation in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) development and Committee on Special Education (CSE) Meeting as well as identify and discuss how to build and encourage their child’s self-determination skills.


A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the training. Questions should be directed to Sheri Gaylord at: [email protected].

For more information and to register for this session go to https://conta.cc/3tGFlGG or click on the button below.
Transition Planning for Life After High School: An Introduction to the Process for Families

March 9, 2022 @ 11:00AM-12:30PM
OR
March 9, 2022 @ 6:00PM-7:30PM
Parents, guardians, family members, and community partners are invited to attend Transition for Families to learn more about working with their CSE to collaboratively assess their child's strengths, interests, and needs; establish measurable post-secondary goals and annual goals; and identify appropriate transition services and coordinated activities.
A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the training. Questions should be directed to Sheri Gaylord at: [email protected].


For more information and to register for the March 9th, 11:00AM-12:30PM session go to https://conta.cc/3fw1UWi or click on the button below.


For more information and to register for the March 9th, 6:00PM-7:30PM session go to https://conta.cc/33sDc6S or click on the button below.

Transitioning from the Committee on Preschool Education (CPSE) to the Committee on Special Education (CSE) for Families

March 10, 2022 @ 9:30AM-11:00AM
OR
March 21, 2022 @ 12:00PM-1:30PM
This workshop will help participants understand the transition process, to be an active member of the transition team, to understand the difference between services in CPSE and CSE, and to understand the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Participants will come away from this workshop with a better understanding of what to expect as their preschoolers move on to kindergarten.
A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the training. Questions should be directed to Katie Pincher at: [email protected].


For more information and to register for the March 10th, 9:30AM-11:00AM session go to https://conta.cc/3G4M7t5 or click on the button below.


For more information and to register for the March 21st, 12:00PM-1:30PM session go to https://conta.cc/3n3V6Dp or click on the button below.
Agency 101: Connecting Individuals with Disabilities to Adult Services

March 16, 2022 @ 11:00AM-12:30PM
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March 16, 2022 @ 6:00PM-7:30PM
Parents, guardians, family members, and community providers will be provided a general overview of primary adult services. Participants will learn to recognize the eight components of self-determination and will better understand how to promote self-determination throughout the transition planning process. Participants will learn about the various adult service agencies in NYS and will better understand the services provided by each, as well as their related eligibility, referral, and application process.
A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the training. Questions should be directed to Sheri Gaylord at: [email protected].


For more information and to register for the March 16th, 11:00AM-12:30PM session go to https://conta.cc/3nztE0u or click on the button below.


For more information and to register for the March 16th, 6:00PM-7:30PM session go to https://conta.cc/354raBf or click on the button below.

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