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Join us the first four Mondays in May from 6:00-7:30PM
May 1st POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONS -Learn the importance of a Functional Behavior Assessment, how to reinforce positive behavior, and how to develop a Positive Behavior Support Plan.
May 8th DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCESSES –Sometimes, the best way to solve a problem is to prevent it in the first place. Through this training, you will learn strategies to prevent problems 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.
May 15 TH SPECIAL EDUCATION MEDIATION- An overview of what Mediation is and what a mediator does and does not do. It will help parents understand when and how to request mediation, what to expect from mediation, and most importantly, how to plan and prepare for an upcoming mediation.
May 22nd The ART OF EFFECTIVE ADVOCACY –Learn the importance of keeping and organizing your child’s records and what information needs to be in your child’s file. We will also discuss how to communicate more effectively with your child’s school district and the importance of working collaboratively to solve problems.
Join us for presentations from MPACT and Missouri’s Parent Education Program that will prepare you for your child’s transition from First Steps to early childhood. Trainings will take place daily June 5th thru June 8th 11:30am-1:00pm.
6/5/2023– Understanding the IFSP Process-This workshop helps families of children in the First Steps program or in the process of being evaluated for early interventions understand the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) process and how to be an effective team member. Participants will hear from Missouri’s Parent Education Program and learn how they can support your child’s learning and development.
6/6/2023 Steps to Success: Making the Jump from Toddler to Preschool (IDEA Part C to Part B)– This webinar is designed to help parents of young children make the jump from toddler (Part C of IDEA) to Pre-schooler (Part B of IDEA). Learn when the transition process should begin, what the difference in services will be, and how Missouri’s Parent Education Program can support families through the transition process.
6/7/2023 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.
6/8/2023 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.
Join us for presentations from MPACT and Missouri’s Parent Education Program that will prepare you for your child’s transition from First Steps to early childhood. Trainings will take place daily June 5th thru June 8th 11:30am-1:00pm.
6/5/2023– Understanding the IFSP Process-This workshop helps families of children in the First Steps program or in the process of being evaluated for early interventions understand the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) process and how to be an effective team member. Participants will hear from Missouri’s Parent Education Program and learn how they can support your child’s learning and development.
6/6/2023 Steps to Success: Making the Jump from Toddler to Preschool (IDEA Part C to Part B)– This webinar is designed to help parents of young children make the jump from toddler (Part C of IDEA) to Pre-schooler (Part B of IDEA). Learn when the transition process should begin, what the difference in services will be, and how Missouri’s Parent Education Program can support families through the transition process.
6/7/2023 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.
6/8/2023 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.
Join us for presentations from MPACT and Missouri’s Parent Education Program that will prepare you for your child’s transition from First Steps to early childhood. Trainings will take place daily June 5th thru June 8th 11:30am-1:00pm.
6/5/2023– Understanding the IFSP Process-This workshop helps families of children in the First Steps program or in the process of being evaluated for early interventions understand the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) process and how to be an effective team member. Participants will hear from Missouri’s Parent Education Program and learn how they can support your child’s learning and development.
6/6/2023 Steps to Success: Making the Jump from Toddler to Preschool (IDEA Part C to Part B)– This webinar is designed to help parents of young children make the jump from toddler (Part C of IDEA) to Pre-schooler (Part B of IDEA). Learn when the transition process should begin, what the difference in services will be, and how Missouri’s Parent Education Program can support families through the transition process.
6/7/2023 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.
6/8/2023 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.
Join us for presentations from MPACT and Missouri’s Parent Education Program that will prepare you for your child’s transition from First Steps to early childhood. Trainings will take place daily June 5th thru June 8th 11:30am-1:00pm.
6/5/2023– Understanding the IFSP Process-This workshop helps families of children in the First Steps program or in the process of being evaluated for early interventions understand the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) process and how to be an effective team member. Participants will hear from Missouri’s Parent Education Program and learn how they can support your child’s learning and development.
6/6/2023 Steps to Success: Making the Jump from Toddler to Preschool (IDEA Part C to Part B)– This webinar is designed to help parents of young children make the jump from toddler (Part C of IDEA) to Pre-schooler (Part B of IDEA). Learn when the transition process should begin, what the difference in services will be, and how Missouri’s Parent Education Program can support families through the transition process.
6/7/2023 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.
6/8/2023 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.