Specially Designed Instruction: A Guide for Families & Caregivers

January 18th

4:00-5:30 PM via Zoom

This foundational level training is intended to develop participants’ basic understanding of SDI in order to increase knowledge of parents and other family members as engaged meaningful partners in the special education process and the education of their child.

To register: https://tinyurl.com/y7my5x7u

Special Education 101: Training of the Parent Member

January 25th

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

via Zoom

The training package aims to help parents, family members, and Educational Organizations understand special education laws, roles, responsibilities, and active participation in CPSE and CSE meetings.

To register:

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Student Involvement with the Individualized Education Process (IEP) Process for Families

February 12th

10:00 AM-12:30 PM via Zoom

The purpose of this training package is to promote and encourage student and family involvement in the IEP development process and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings. Tools, resources, and research-based content are embedded throughout the training to give grounding to the concepts that enhance student and parent involvement in the IEP process for pre-meeting, during the meeting, and post-meeting. Yet the training is developed to be presented in a parent-friendly manner, taking into consideration time and educational jargon. Meaningful activities and points of reflection are embedded throughout the training as well to encourage group participation and interaction from families.

To register: https://tinyurl.com/4n5r5vdt

Family Guide to Transition Planning: Preparing Students with Disabilities for Life After High School

February 15th

4:00-6:00 PM via Zoom

The purpose of the Family Guide to Transition Planning—Preparing Students with Disabilities for Life After High School is to assist families in understanding the transition planning process specifically from high school to life after high school. When families are knowledgeable about the transition process and invited to participate by Educational Organizations (EOs), students with disabilities experience improved post-school outcomes in the areas of employment, postsecondary education, and independent living.

To register: http://tinyurl.com/ms9bjvve