It’s All About The Apps

Online

It's All About Apps Workshop summary No matter which hurdles your child faces, apps and other media included in this presentation can give him or her an added boost. We don't expect an app to be a complete solution. Working with students who face challenges requires lots of time, attention, and patience from a parent, […]

Alternative Dispute Resolution Presented By Parent Education Network

Online

Sometimes parents disagree with the school district about their child and special education. When you disagree or feel that the school is not meeting its legal obligations, there are several ways for parents to resolve these disagreements. It is usually best for everyone involved to work out differences at the lowest possible level with the […]

Transition and Moving Forward

Online

Transition IEP & Moving Forward Workshop Summary The Transition IEP is essential to helping youth with disabilities learn how to transition from high school to post-secondary opportunities successfully. This workshop helps to teach everyone exactly how to make the most of the TIEP and how to best work with youth with disabilities to ensure they […]

The Individual and Emergency Health Care Plan in the IEP and 504

Facebook Live

Workshop Summary Children in school systems with healthcare concerns should have additional documents to support their medical needs. An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) should include an Individual Healthcare Plan (IHP) and an Emergency Healthcare Plan (EHP) for their specific needs while in the school environment. This presentation will identify these documents and what information should […]

Individual Healthcare Plans Plans for IEP & 504

Facebook Live

Join Parent Training Coordinator Luz Oquendo as we discuss Individual Healthcare plans for IEPs and 504 plans. This presentation will identify what these documents are and what information should be included in them and will review sample options. For additional resources, click on the link below. https://www.facebook.com/FamilySTARFND/      

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Assistive Technology Youth Workshop

Facebook Live

HOW CAN ASSISTIVE TECH ENHANCE AN IEP? Students with the most profound difficulties are eligible for special education services and supports, such as assistive technology, under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Join us on Facebook on 12/28 10 am, https://www.facebook.com/FamilySTARFND/  

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From Substitute Decision Making to Supported Decision Making

Facebook Live

Imagine.....Having your capacity to make decisions, sign contracts, vote, defend your rights in court, or choose medical treatments taken away simply because you have a disability. Individuals with a disability need to know the difference between Supported and Substitute Decision Making and what that means. This presentation will explain the difference. Knowledge is Power. Join […]

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Parents as Leaders-Part 1 of 4 : Understanding How to Advocate for Your Child

Facebook Live

Parents as Leaders-Part 1 of 4 : Understanding How to Advocate for Your Child This four-part series examines how parents and caregivers can become advocates and find support. Topics in the series include Understanding How to Advocate for Your Child, Parents Guide to Local, State, and National Resources, Sharing Your Story, and Parents as Change […]

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Parent Empowerment Monthly Webinar

Zoom

Join us in making 2024 the year of being an educated and empowered parent! We are excited to collaborate with the Parent Education Network, our local Parent Training and Information Center. Together, we will host monthly webinars to provide you with valuable knowledge and tools to become the best advocate for your child. Please save […]

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Parents as Leaders-Part 2 of 4 : Parents Guide to Local, State, and National Resources

Facebook Live

Parents as Leaders-Part 2 of 4 : Parents Guide to Local, State, and National Resources This four-part series examines how parents and caregivers can become advocates and find support. Topics in the series include Understanding How to Advocate for Your Child, Parents Guide to Local, State, and National Resources, Sharing Your Story, and Parents as […]

Parents as Leaders-Part 3 of 4 : Sharing Your Story

Facebook Live

Parents as Leaders-Part 3 of 4 : Sharing Your Story This four-part series examines how parents and caregivers can become advocates and find support. Topics in the series include Understanding How to Advocate for Your Child, Parents Guide to Local, State, and National Resources, Sharing Your Story, and Parents as Change Agent. In Part 3, […]

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Parents as Leaders-Part 4 of 4 : Parents as Change Agent

Facebook Live

This four-part series examines how parents and caregivers can become advocates and find support. Topics in the series include Understanding How to Advocate for Your Child, Parents Guide to Local, State, and National Resources, Sharing Your Story, and Parents as Change Agent. In Part 4, we will examine: Launching into Action The Foundation of Support […]

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