Learning Opportunities for Parents, Families, School Districts, and Community Partners.

March and April 2022
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
OR
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.

Early Intervention (EI) to Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) Transition for Families

March 22, 2022 @ 9:30AM-11:00AM
This training will help families understand and identify the important steps in the transition process from EI to CPSE as well as the changes to expect and critical decisions to be made. This session will take a detailed look at the similarities and differences between Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs in New York State. Participants will be well prepared for their child's transition to preschool special education and will have a better understanding of their role in the process.

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

For more information and to register for this session go to https://tinyurl.com/bdfh4w54 or click on the button below.
Training of the Parent Member of the Committee on Preschool Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE)

April 5, 2022 @ 11:00AM-1:00PM
This training will provide participants with a better understanding of the role and the requirements of the Parent Member and the Special Education Process as per the Part 200 Regulations of the Commissioner of Education. Participants will learn techniques and strategies to become an effective participant in the CPSE/CSE process.

This training is for current and prospective parent members and anyone who is interested in gaining a better understanding of the parent member role and/or the CPSE and CSE 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 this session go to https://conta.cc/34Xg8xR or click on the button below.
Transitioning from the Committee on Preschool Education (CPSE) to the Committee on Special Education (CSE) for Families

April 5, 2022 @ 6:00PM-7:30PM
OR
April 13, 2022 @ 9:30AM-11:00AM
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 April 5th session @ 6:00PM go to https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ej28sox6b9fa54a5&oseq=&c=&ch= or click on the button below.


For more information and to register for the April 13th session @ 9:30AM go to https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ej28sp0zae0c4103&oseq=&c=&ch= or click on the button below.
Parent and Family Engagement in the Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) Process

April 13, 2022 @ 1:00PM-3:00PM
Parents, families, guardians, and others in the community will gain an understanding of:  
-the definition of an FBA/BIP;
-when one or both are needed;
-how an FBA is conducted and a BIP
is developed; and 
-the role they play as part of the
various teams.  
Participants will also understand how the FBA/BIP process is part of the Committee for Preschool Special Education (CPSE)/Committee for Special Education (CSE) process, as well as the guidance regarding the New York State (NYS) Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, Part 200.

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/3IaeKGE or click on the button below.
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