Tag: Parents

A Guide to an Individualized Education Plan that Works

Post author By Jasmine Garcia
Post date September 20, 2023

Alphabet blocks arranged to spell IEP - Individualized Education Plan. Used for special education services in elementary, middle and high schools. ** Note: Visible grain at 100%, best at smaller sizes

Starting this October, FND PEN will host an in-person monthly workshop with Lake County Public School.

We will cover a wide variety of topics related to special education, effective communication, resources, and much more.

On October 18, 2023, we will present a workshop on A Guide to an IEP that works.

This is an in-person event, and you can register in advance at this link: https://forms.gle/W4dMTQypncy4VDYM6 or scan the QR code in this flyer link to register. https://www.smore.com/gk3mb

Location for this event: Grassy Lake Elementary1100 Fosgate Road Minneola, Fl 34715

Workshop Details: Developing and implementing an Individual Education Plan (IEP) is the equal responsibility of educators, parents, and other members of the IEP team. This workshop explains the IEP process and the importance of parental participation. Learn helpful tips for writing effective IEP goals and strategies.

Tags idea, IEP, Parent Involvement, Parents, Special Education

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

It’s All About The Apps Facebook Live Webinar

Post author By Jasmine Garcia
Post date August 31, 2023

Smartphone with many applications on white background

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, of course. Working with students who face challenges requires lots of time, attention, and patience on the part of a parent, teacher, or other adult caregivers. Our goal is to offer you a host of fun apps you can add to your toolkit as you work with your child.

Tags assistive technology, Parents, Youth

Alternative Dispute Resolution Webinar

Post author By Jasmine Garcia
Post date August 31, 2023

Speech bubble with text YES and NO. Communication conflict, argument and dispute concept

Workshop Summary

Sometimes, parents disagree with the school district about something related to 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 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 your concerns.

Facebook Live: https://fb.me/e/1tgkQF6gl

Tags conflict, dispute resolution, idea, Parents

Kolaborasyon ant paran ak pwofese

Post author By Jasmine Garcia
Post date August 10, 2023

Father And Son Meeting With Female Teacher

Jeeanne Petit, Antrene pou paran ap prezante webinar sa:

Vini Patisipe nan Prezantasyon sa
Si w konsidere webinar sa a gen chans pou w te patisipe nan yon konferans paran-pwofesè nan tan lontan oswa w ap prepare pou youn nan lavni. Pou moun nan nou ki te asiste reyinyon yo, ou ka mande tèt ou, èske reyinyon paran-pwofesè sa a te efikas? Oswa petèt ou gen yon reyinyon apwoche epi ou gen espwa pou rezilta pozitif. Pafwa tou de paran yo ak pwofesè yo ka pè reyinyon sa yo paske yo pa sèten nan rezilta final la.

Kèlkeswa rezon an, Nou espere ou pral jwenn enfòmasyon nou yo itil pou soulaje kèk nan enkyetid ke nou tout fè eksperyans de tan zan tan lè nou gen diskisyon sa yo ki enpòtan anpil. Travay ansanm ka pwodui rezilta ki gen sans e se sa nou espere ou pral jwenn nan fen prezantasyon nou an

Facebook Live: https://fb.me/e/JkGUGoS4

Tags Parent Involvement, Parents, Youth

Transition to Kindergarten

Post author By Jasmine Garcia
Post date April 26, 2023

In collaboration with Lake County Public Schools and FND PEN we will host this workshop.

Soren Richardson will be presenting the workshop ‘Transition to Kindergarten’.

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

This is an in-person event.

Tags idea, Inclusion, Parents, transition

“The Day The Dinosaurs Came To Town” Living Through A Disaster

Post author By Jasmine Garcia
Post date April 18, 2023

Laura and Marco storms are approaching USA, view of two tropical hurricanes over sea from space. Typhoons of Earth on satellite photo. Weather concept. Elements of this image furnished by NASA.

Join us for a facilitated discussion about disaster
preparedness and what it is really like for a family with
children with special healthcare needs to live through and survive a catastrophic event. This presentation is part of the Florida Family Leaders Network’s Spring Webinar Series in collaboration with Family Network on Disabilities and Early Steps.

Registration required:

https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMvf-murz8sGNX1jtrQQ8aZW7I2PEgjvG2k#/registration

Tags Disability Awareness, Parents

It’s All About the Apps!

Post author By Jasmine Garcia
Post date April 12, 2023

A modern smart phone with app application icons on its display surrounded by arrows in a circle showing the word Apps

This presentation is for youth and their families.

Assistive Technology helps with success!
No matter what hurdles youth face, apps and other media included in this presentation can give them solutions for success. This presentation offers a selection of apps you can add to your toolkit as you navigate school, home, and other areas of your life.

https://www.facebook.com/FamilySTARFND

Tags Parents, Youth

Strategies that Work! Managing Your Mental Health and Wellness

Post author By Jasmine Garcia
Post date April 12, 2023

Mental or physical health symbol. Doctor turns wooden cubes and changes words physical health to mental health. Beautiful white background, copy space. Medical and mental or physical health concept.

This presentation is for youth and their families. We all need to support our mental health and wellness but many don’t know where to start. This presentation will give participants easy to follow strategies to incorporate into daily life and the scientific reasons they are successful. Resources will also be shared.

https://www.facebook.com/FamilySTARFND