Citrus Lunch & Learn–Turning 3 years old

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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 […]

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

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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 […]

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Citrus Lunch & Learn–Collaborative Communication

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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 […]

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ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

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Join Family STAR on 4/24/24 at 6:00 pm on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/FamilySTARFND as we discuss how Assistive Technology can enhance a student's IEP.

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Assistive Technology an AI Presentation

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Please join us at 1 p.m. EST an our AI presenter will explain assistive technology. Students eligible under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) may be eligible for assistive technology (e.g., text-to-speech, speech-to-text, and spell-checking devices). This presentation will detail how to request an evaluation for assistive technology services and where they can be […]

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Family Care Council Area 1 Presents Info and Resources with Family Network on Disabilities

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Lisa Math, Director of the Family STAR program at Family Network on Disabilities, will share information about how FND can support your family's needs if you have a child or young adult with special healthcare needs. She will also be sharing about the resources available on the FND website. *Please note the time of presentation: […]

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Family STAR Talks with the Expert

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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 […]

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Collaborative Communication and Effective Parent-Teacher Conference

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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 […]

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FND Overview & Resources for You

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Starting this September, FND PEN will host a virtual monthly 'Lunch and Learn' webinar in collaboration with the Osceola County School District. We will cover a wide variety of topics related to special education, effective communication, and resources. September 6th, 2023, we will present an FND Overview and Know Your Resources workshop. Join us on […]

FDLRS Parent University: Parenting a Child with Exceptional Needs

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Join WPB FDLRS and FND as we dig into what it's like to parent a child with special needs. This four-part series will address understanding a child's emotional development and how childhood experiences have life long impacts, understanding the various systems of care and the laws that protect individuals, how to collaborate, how to document […]

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FDLRS Parent University: Parenting a Child with Exceptional Needs

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Join WPB FDLRS and FND as we dig into what it's like to parent a child with special needs. This four-part series will address understanding a child's emotional development and how childhood experiences have life long impacts, understanding the various systems of care and the laws that protect individuals, how to collaborate, how to document […]

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FDLRS Parent University: Parenting a Child with Exceptional Needs

Online

Join WPB FDLRS and FND as we dig into what it's like to parent a child with special needs. This four-part series will address understanding a child's emotional development and how childhood experiences have life long impacts, understanding the various systems of care and the laws that protect individuals, how to collaborate, how to document […]

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