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Apr
4
Tue
Special Education Law IN-PERSON @ Foster Adopt Connect
Apr 4 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Special Education Law IN-PERSON @ Foster Adopt Connect

In order to be effective when advocating for your child’s education, you need to understand the
laws that can impact their educational experience. This training will provide an overview of
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the
Family Educational Right to Privacy Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act,

Apr
5
Wed
Art of Effective Advocacy – IN-PERSON @ Compass Health Network
Apr 5 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Art of Effective Advocacy - IN-PERSON @ Compass Health Network

This training will focus on the skills of how to be an effective advocate, why you should advocate for your child, and how to know your options. Learn the importance of what documents to gather and keep as well as organizing your child’s records and files. We will also discuss how to communicate more effectively with your child’s school district and the importance of working collaboratively to solve problems.

Apr
10
Mon
Spring Into IEPs Webinar Series @ Virtual
Apr 10 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Spring Into IEPs Webinar Series @ Virtual

Get ready to Spring into your child’s IEPs each evening during the week of April 10- 14, 2023, from 6:00-7:30 PM

4/10/2023 -Special Education Law – This webinar will provide an overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Family Educational Right to Privacy Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

4/11/2023 Understanding the Evaluation Process– The evaluation process is the first step in determining if a child needs special education services, a Section 504 Plan, or another educational intervention. Parents need to understand the reasons to have a child evaluated, the steps in the evaluation process, and the options that can be pursued if there is a disagreement about evaluation.

4/12/2023 Steps to Success: IDEA Part C to Part B– This webinar is designed to help parents of young children transition smoothly from IFSP (Part C of IDEA) services to IEP (Part B of IDEA) services. Learn when the transition process should begin, what the difference in services will be, and the difference in qualification criteria.

4/13/2023 Understanding the IEP Process-Your child’s IEP is the cornerstone of their education. The webinar offers an in-depth look at the evaluation process, qualifying for an IEP, the many components that must be addressed in the IEP document, and how progress will be monitored. As a result of this training, parents will better understand their role as equal participants in the IEP process.

4/14/2023 Dispute Resolution-Sometimes the best way to solve a problem is to prevent it in the first place. Through this webinar, you will learn strategies to prevent issues from arising in the first place through documentation and letter writing. Also covered are the resolution processes, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Apr
11
Tue
Spring Into IEPs Webinar Series @ Virtual
Apr 11 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Spring Into IEPs Webinar Series @ Virtual

Get ready to Spring into your child’s IEPs each evening during the week of April 10- 14, 2023, from 6:00-7:30 PM

4/10/2023 -Special Education Law – This webinar will provide an overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Family Educational Right to Privacy Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

4/11/2023 Understanding the Evaluation Process– The evaluation process is the first step in determining if a child needs special education services, a Section 504 Plan, or another educational intervention. Parents need to understand the reasons to have a child evaluated, the steps in the evaluation process, and the options that can be pursued if there is a disagreement about evaluation.

4/12/2023 Steps to Success: IDEA Part C to Part B– This webinar is designed to help parents of young children transition smoothly from IFSP (Part C of IDEA) services to IEP (Part B of IDEA) services. Learn when the transition process should begin, what the difference in services will be, and the difference in qualification criteria.

4/13/2023 Understanding the IEP Process-Your child’s IEP is the cornerstone of their education. The webinar offers an in-depth look at the evaluation process, qualifying for an IEP, the many components that must be addressed in the IEP document, and how progress will be monitored. As a result of this training, parents will better understand their role as equal participants in the IEP process.

4/14/2023 Dispute Resolution-Sometimes the best way to solve a problem is to prevent it in the first place. Through this webinar, you will learn strategies to prevent issues from arising in the first place through documentation and letter writing. Also covered are the resolution processes, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Apr
12
Wed
Spring Into IEPs Webinar Series @ Virtual
Apr 12 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Spring Into IEPs Webinar Series @ Virtual

Get ready to Spring into your child’s IEPs each evening during the week of April 10- 14, 2023, from 6:00-7:30 PM

4/10/2023 -Special Education Law – This webinar will provide an overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Family Educational Right to Privacy Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

4/11/2023 Understanding the Evaluation Process– The evaluation process is the first step in determining if a child needs special education services, a Section 504 Plan, or another educational intervention. Parents need to understand the reasons to have a child evaluated, the steps in the evaluation process, and the options that can be pursued if there is a disagreement about evaluation.

4/12/2023 Steps to Success: IDEA Part C to Part B– This webinar is designed to help parents of young children transition smoothly from IFSP (Part C of IDEA) services to IEP (Part B of IDEA) services. Learn when the transition process should begin, what the difference in services will be, and the difference in qualification criteria.

4/13/2023 Understanding the IEP Process-Your child’s IEP is the cornerstone of their education. The webinar offers an in-depth look at the evaluation process, qualifying for an IEP, the many components that must be addressed in the IEP document, and how progress will be monitored. As a result of this training, parents will better understand their role as equal participants in the IEP process.

4/14/2023 Dispute Resolution-Sometimes the best way to solve a problem is to prevent it in the first place. Through this webinar, you will learn strategies to prevent issues from arising in the first place through documentation and letter writing. Also covered are the resolution processes, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Apr
13
Thu
Spring Into IEPs Webinar Series @ Virtual
Apr 13 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Spring Into IEPs Webinar Series @ Virtual

Get ready to Spring into your child’s IEPs each evening during the week of April 10- 14, 2023, from 6:00-7:30 PM

4/10/2023 -Special Education Law – This webinar will provide an overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Family Educational Right to Privacy Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

4/11/2023 Understanding the Evaluation Process– The evaluation process is the first step in determining if a child needs special education services, a Section 504 Plan, or another educational intervention. Parents need to understand the reasons to have a child evaluated, the steps in the evaluation process, and the options that can be pursued if there is a disagreement about evaluation.

4/12/2023 Steps to Success: IDEA Part C to Part B– This webinar is designed to help parents of young children transition smoothly from IFSP (Part C of IDEA) services to IEP (Part B of IDEA) services. Learn when the transition process should begin, what the difference in services will be, and the difference in qualification criteria.

4/13/2023 Understanding the IEP Process-Your child’s IEP is the cornerstone of their education. The webinar offers an in-depth look at the evaluation process, qualifying for an IEP, the many components that must be addressed in the IEP document, and how progress will be monitored. As a result of this training, parents will better understand their role as equal participants in the IEP process.

4/14/2023 Dispute Resolution-Sometimes the best way to solve a problem is to prevent it in the first place. Through this webinar, you will learn strategies to prevent issues from arising in the first place through documentation and letter writing. Also covered are the resolution processes, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Apr
14
Fri
Spring Into IEPs Webinar Series @ Virtual
Apr 14 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Spring Into IEPs Webinar Series @ Virtual

Get ready to Spring into your child’s IEPs each evening during the week of April 10- 14, 2023, from 6:00-7:30 PM

4/10/2023 -Special Education Law – This webinar will provide an overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Family Educational Right to Privacy Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

4/11/2023 Understanding the Evaluation Process– The evaluation process is the first step in determining if a child needs special education services, a Section 504 Plan, or another educational intervention. Parents need to understand the reasons to have a child evaluated, the steps in the evaluation process, and the options that can be pursued if there is a disagreement about evaluation.

4/12/2023 Steps to Success: IDEA Part C to Part B– This webinar is designed to help parents of young children transition smoothly from IFSP (Part C of IDEA) services to IEP (Part B of IDEA) services. Learn when the transition process should begin, what the difference in services will be, and the difference in qualification criteria.

4/13/2023 Understanding the IEP Process-Your child’s IEP is the cornerstone of their education. The webinar offers an in-depth look at the evaluation process, qualifying for an IEP, the many components that must be addressed in the IEP document, and how progress will be monitored. As a result of this training, parents will better understand their role as equal participants in the IEP process.

4/14/2023 Dispute Resolution-Sometimes the best way to solve a problem is to prevent it in the first place. Through this webinar, you will learn strategies to prevent issues from arising in the first place through documentation and letter writing. Also covered are the resolution processes, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Apr
18
Tue
Dispute Resolution Processes -IN PERSON @ Foster Adopt Connect
Apr 18 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Dispute Resolution Processes -IN PERSON @ Foster Adopt Connect

Sometimes conflict is unavoidable. This training will provide strategies to prevent problems from arising in the first place through documentation and letter writing. It will inform parents of their other options when disagreements arise and cover the resolution processes.

May
3
Wed
Special Education Law – IN PERSON @ Compass Health Network
May 3 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Special Education Law - IN PERSON @ Compass Health Network

In order to be effective when advocating for your child’s education, you need to understand the
laws that can impact their educational experience. This training will provide an overview of
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the
Family Educational Right to Privacy Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act,

Jun
6
Tue
Understanding the IEP Process – IN-PERSON @ Compass Health Network
Jun 6 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Understanding the IEP Process - IN-PERSON @ Compass Health Network

Your child’s IEP is the cornerstone of their education. This workshop offers an in-depth look at the evaluation process, qualifying for an IEP, the many components that must be addressed in the IEP document, as well as how progress will be monitored. As a result of this training, parents will gain a better understanding of their role as an equal participant in the IEP process.