AI-Presented Nuts and Bolts of Self Determination and Skill Building

Please join us on https://www.facebook.com/ParentSupportNetworkFL for an AI-presented webinar on Wednesday, June 20th, at 5 PM, to discuss the importance of developing self-determination in students.

We know that students with self-determination skills can be voice their needs for assistance and accommodations and, in general, live more successful and fulfilling lives. We will address the major components of self-determination: knowledge of self and others, personal management, effective communication, speaking up for one’s needs, declaring one’s disability when appropriate, navigating within systems, decision-making, goal setting, and problem-solving.

Learn ideas on how we can help prepare our littles to think, weigh decisions, express their preferences, and have a strong voice. Inclusion and self-determination begin with us at home. These experiences serve to help a young person test his or her strengths as a self-advocate and will ensure that they have a voice going forward in life.

Family STAR Talks with the Expert – Dr. Allysa Ware, Executive Director of Family Voices

Join Family STAR for a conversation about Family Voices, a family-led organization that transforms systems of care to work better for all children and youth, especially those with special health care needs or disabilities. For 30 years, Family Voices has worked with leaders with various experiences, empowered children and youth with special healthcare needs and their families, and offered support, education, training, and opportunities to engage with professional partners.

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On our Facebook Page (see the link above) on August 19 at 7:30 pm

 

Alternative Dispute Resolution in Special Education

Sometimes parents disagree with the education professionals on the Eligibility or Individualized Education Plan team about something related to their child and special education. When you disagree or feel that the school is not meeting its legal obligations for your child, 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 least amount of conflict. This presentation has information about 1.) Informal ways to resolve differences. 2.) Formal options offered by the State. 3.) Preparing and communicating concerns.

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