Tag: Parents

Parents as Leaders Module 2

Post author By fndusastage
Post date May 15, 2025

PALs – Module 2: A Parent Guide to Local, State, & National Resources
Presented by Parent Training Coordinator Glenesha Milner
Monday, May 12th at 1:00 PM EST

Join us for Module 2 of the PALs (Parent Advocacy Learning Series), where we will explore A Parent Guide to Local, State, & National Resources. This session is designed to empower parents and caregivers with the knowledge and tools needed to access vital support systems for their families.

In this presentation, Glenesha will guide participants through:

An overview of the types of resources available at the local, state, and national levels
How to navigate public and community-based support systems
Practical tips on advocating for your child’s needs
Ways to stay informed and connected to helpful services

This guide is a powerful tool that helps families find the support they need to foster their children’s growth, well-being, and long-term success.

We encourage you to attend and take this important step toward becoming a more informed and confident advocate for your family.

https://www.facebook.com/popinfl

Tags communication, Parent Involvement, Parents

Understanding a Child’s Emotional Development

Post author By fndusastage
Post date April 14, 2025

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This workshop will address: how a child develops emotionally, what impacts that development, how life experiences can have lasting effects on a child’s development and future health, and strategies to effectively deal with a child’s diagnosis. This presentation is a partnership between Family STAR and South Florida Wellness Network.

Registration is required.

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VA_ERTnTSF-9nuH6JjDnWw

Tags Early Childhood 0-3, Parents

Parents as Leaders Modules 1 and 2 on Facebook Live

Post author By fndusastage
Post date November 13, 2024

Join Parent Trainer Miss Glenesha Milner on Monday, November 18th, and Wednesday, November 20th, at 1 PM EST on Facebook Live for an empowering two-part series!

PALs – Module 1: Understanding How to Advocate for Your Child (November 18th): Gain valuable insights and tools to effectively advocate for your child with a disability. Learn about understanding your child’s unique needs and legal rights and building meaningful partnerships with educators and healthcare professionals.
PALs – Module 2: Parent Guide to Local, State, & National Resources (November 20th): Discover a comprehensive guide to resources available at local, state, and national levels to support your child’s growth and success.

Don’t miss these informative sessions designed to equip you with the knowledge and confidence to be your child’s strongest advocate.

Event Information

Click here to watch the webinar on the FND POPIN Facebook page Live!

Tags caregiver, family, Parent Involvement, Parents

Polk ESE Advisory Council Mtg

Post author By fndusastage
Post date November 7, 2024

Meetings are open to the public from 5:30-7:30 @ Karen Seigel, Lake Alfred, FL.

The Polk ESE Advisory is a group of parents, staff, and community agencies working to improve the services for students with disabilities in Polk County.

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Tags caregiver, communication, event, Parent Involvement, Parents, Providers, Special Education

Polk Lunch & Learn–Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS)

Post author By fndusastage
Post date November 7, 2024

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Positive Behavioral Supports (PBS) is a schoolwide intervention system designed to improve your child’s behavior in all school environments. In this presentation, you will learn the step-by-step process of PBS, beginning with
1.) Establishing a collaborative team and collecting information
2.) Identifying triggers, responses, and the purpose of your child’s behavior
3) Designing & implementing behavior support plans.

For access to the online Lunch & Learn, click on the date on the link below:

https://secure.smore.com/n/8qf6k-24-25-lunch-learn-polk-ese-parent

Tags caregiver, event, family, IEP, Parent Involvement, Parents, Resource Document, Special Education

Citrus Lunch & Learn–Turning 3 years old

Post author By fndusastage
Post date November 7, 2024

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What happens after the 3rd birthday and your child transitions from Early Steps (Part C of IDEA) to the local school system (Part B of IDEA)? In this presentation, we will go over step by step what to expect when your child, if eligible, transitions out of Early Steps with their Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) and into the school system/Pre-K with their first Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

http://Zoom Webinar ID: 843 9958 6172

Tags caregiver, Early Childhood 0-3, IEP, IFSP, Parent Involvement, Parents, Special Education

Citrus Lunch & Learn–Transition to Kindergarten

Post author By fndusastage
Post date November 7, 2024

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Transition to Kindergarten is a dynamic and interactive workshop that helps children with disabilities transition to kindergarten with their families. By addressing the common questions and concerns that accompany this important step in their lives, Transition to Kindergarten will help families understand their rights and responsibilities as active participants in the process.

http://Zoom Webinar ID: 843 9958 6172

Tags caregiver, IEP, Inclusion, Parent Involvement, Parents, Resource Document, Special Education, transition

Citrus Lunch & Learn–Caring for the Caregiver

Post author By fndusastage
Post date November 7, 2024

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Caring for a loved one can be very rewarding, but it also involves many stressors, such as changes in the family dynamic, household disruption, financial pressure, and an added workload. So, is it any wonder that caregivers are some of the people most prone to burnout? Managing the stress levels in your life is just as important as ensuring your family members get to the doctor’s appointment or take their medication on time. This presentation provides research-based and practical methods for minimizing stress and reducing caregiver burnout.

http://Zoom Webinar ID: 843 9958 6172

Tags burnout, caregiver, Parents

Lake County Transition Fair

Post author By fndusastage
Post date November 6, 2024

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For Families of Students with Disabilities, presented by Student Accessibility Services at Lake-Sumter State College, in collaboration with Lake County Interagency Transition Council.

Students and parents are invited to attend this event to find out more about Adult Independent Living, Education, Job Training/Opportunities, Finances and Guardianship, Health Services, Rights and Responsibilities, and Social Security and support services.

Representatives from Vocational Rehabilitation, UCF CARD, Family Network on Disabilities, Lake Technical College, Lake County Schools, Project 10, Career Source of Central Florida, Building Blocks Ministries, New Vision, and several more organizations will be in attendance to answer questions and give information to assist with transitioning.

Tags After Graduation, event, High School, Parent Involvement, Parents, post-secondary, postsecondary education, Providers, self-advocacy, transition

Lake Lunch & Learn–Overview of IDEA

Post author By fndusastage
Post date November 6, 2024

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IDEA is a federal law requiring schools to serve the educational needs of eligible students with disabilities. This presentation will provide an overview of IDEA in which participants will learn about the thirteen disability categories covered under IDEA and how each part of IDEA (A, B, C & D) deals with a specific area of the law. This presentation will also provide a glimpse at IDEA’s six major principles, focusing on student and parental rights as well as the responsibilities of public schools for students with disabilities.

Tags event, idea, Parent Involvement, Parents, PEN

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