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How to Participate in Virtual Meetings
OnlinePlease join Parent Resource Specialist Sassafrass Mittleman on https://www.facebook.com/ParentSupportNetworkFL on August 27th at 5 PM for "How to Participate in Virtual Meetings". In some situations, it may be impossible for participants to attend special education meetings in person. In those cases, technology provides the opportunity to participate virtually via the Internet or telephone. Many types of […]
AI-Presented It’s a Great IDEA: Procedural Safeguards
OnlinePlease join us on https://www.facebook.com/ParentSupportNetworkFL on August 27th at 5 PM for the AI-presented seventh installment of our It's a Great IDEA Series, in which we will discuss your rights to Procedural Safeguards, and how to invoke them. As we all know, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) allows us to participate in every step […]
AI-Presented Caring for the Caregiver: Tips to Reduce Burnout and Stress
OnlinePlease join us on https://www.facebook.com/popinfl for our AI-Presented Series, "Caring for the Caregiver" on Wednesday, April 27th, starting at 5 -6 PM (EST), as we discuss YOU, the caregiver! This four-module Series was designed to help us remember to care for ourselves, too. We will discuss ways that our children's needs impact us and complete a […]
Nuts and Bolts of Self- Determination
OnlineStudents who develop self-determination skills have a stronger chance of success by focusing on essential abilities needed during adolescence. Key components of self-determination include self-awareness, personal management, effective communication, speaking up for oneself, navigating systems, decision-making, goal setting, and problem-solving. https://www.facebook.com/ParentSupportNetworkFL
Alternative Dispute Resolution Webinar
OnlineNavigating Challenges Through Alternative Dispute Resolution Resolving Disagreements in Education Parents and schools may sometimes have different opinions about a child's learning needs and support services. When this happens, it's helpful to know the steps available to address concerns in a productive way. The best approach is to resolve issues early, through open communication and […]
AI-Presented Nuts and Bolts of Self Determination and Skill Building
OnlinePlease 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 […]
AI-Presented Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences
OnlineJoin us on https://www.facebook.com/popinfl on Wednesday, August 20th at 5 PM (EST) for an AI-presented webinar, "Your Guide to an IEP That Works! Developing and implementing an Individual Education Plan (IEP) is the equal responsibility of educators, parents, and other IEP team members. This workshop explains the IEP process and the importance of parental participation. Learn […]
Lightening Video: Understanding Your Child’s IEP
OnlinePlease join Parent Resource Specialist Sassafrass Mittleman on https://www.facebook.com/popinfl/ on Wednesday, August 20th, at 1 PM (EST) to discuss Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), children with disabilities have the right to a Free and Appropriate Public Education. This FAPE is facilitated by the development of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
AI-Presented Positive Beginnings to Positive Behavior and Intervention Supports
OnlinePlease join an AI-Presented Webinar on https://www.facebook.com/ParentSupportNetworkFL on Saturday, August 20th, at 1 p.m., as we discuss positive behavioral supports. Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS) are a schoolwide intervention system designed to improve your child’s behavior in all school environments. PBIS, and the idea of teaching challenging behavior-based skills to students, as opposed to […]
Welcome to Our Early Intervention Mini-Topical Series!
OnlinePlease join Parent Resource Coordinators, Jeanne Petite and Sassafrass Mittleman, as we discuss the first steps after the diagnosis of a delay or disability in "Beginning the Journey I." Each child grows at an individual pace, but research shows that a child's first three years are the most important time for learning. Getting help early […]
Parents as Leaders Module 2
OnlinePALs - Module 2: A Parent Guide to Local, State, & National ResourcesPresented by Parent Training Coordinator Glenesha MilnerMonday, 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 […]
Disaster Planning for People with Special Healthcare Needs
OnlineThis presentation equips individuals and caregivers with information and strategies to ensure the safety and well-being of those with special needs during times of pending disasters. It covers pre-planning, evacuation information, specific information about securing shelters for those with special healthcare needs, and resources. Registration required: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ep9fd3j