Tag: communication

Family STAR Talks with the Expert

Post author By Sara Brousal
Post date October 13, 2023

Child at eye sight test. Little kid selecting glasses at optician store. Eyesight measurement for school kids. Eye wear for children. Doctor performing eye check. Girl with spectacles at letter chart.

Children’s eye care needs are different from those of adults. Early diagnosis and treatment of childhood eye diseases and disorders significantly impact your child’s physical, emotional, and social development. Children with certain medical conditions such as intellectual disabilities, developmental delay, Down syndrome, neurofibromatosis, prematurity, or behavioral issues benefit significantly from a comprehensive eye examination by a pediatric ophthalmologist. Join us for a conversation with a pediatric ophthalmologist, Dr. Cristina Fernandez, to discuss these issues and share resources.

Tags communication, Disability Awareness, Healthcare, Providers

Helping With Homework

Post author By Jasmine Garcia
Post date October 5, 2023

Portrait of teenage African-American boy doing homework or studying at home while sitting at desk with father helping him

Workshop Summary

Is getting homework done more than a chore for your child? You’re not alone – most children avoid doing their homework. If you’ve ever wondered how to help your child do homework without a struggle, this training will show you how! Join us for a great discussion on new and fun tips for helping children with their homework and how to be supportive of their educational efforts.

Facebook Live Event Link: https://fb.me/e/Ql0ntxxM

Tags communication, Disability Awareness, High School, IEP, Parent Involvement, Parents

Collaborative Communication and Effective Parent-Teacher Conference

Post author By Jasmine Garcia
Post date September 20, 2023

Father And Son Meeting With Female Teacher

Starting this October, FND PEN will host a virtual monthly ‘Lunch and Learn’ webinar with the Osceola County School District.

We will cover various topics related to special education, effective communication, and resources.

This month, October 04, 2023, we will present a workshop on Collaborative Communication and Effective Parent-Teacher Conference. Join us on Zoom at 11:30 a.m. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Click here to register.

This flyer will have all the resources discussed in the workshop.

Collaborative Communication

In this presentation, you will learn about different forms of communication to help you effectively advocate for your loved one. This includes: What are the different forms of communication? What’s the difference between active and passive listening? How does collaborative communication help me? How do I incorporate this information when meeting with teams to understand and effectively advocate for necessary services for my loved one?

Effective Parent-Teacher Conference

Having a parent-teacher conference is an opportunity to collaborate with the goal of a better academic and social outcome for the student. This presentation will explain setting expectations for the meeting and developing a meeting agenda and goals to help facilitate a productive meeting.

Tags communication, event, idea, Parent Involvement, Parents, Special Education