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SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 08/26/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. \nSorry. This form is no longer available.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/rtsc-sesp-orientation-8-26-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T110000
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SUMMARY:Developmental Childhood Trauma Training 08/12/26
DESCRIPTION:This training will offer a systematic approach to looking at Developmental Childhood Trauma as it impacts our students experiencing the Child Welfare System. This interactive training will study trauma’s effects on the academic and social/emotional learning of a student and the impact on their IEP. This training is recommended for all SESPs. \nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342 \nSorry. This form is no longer available.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/rtsc-trauma-8-12-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T110000
DTSTAMP:20260622T210124Z
CREATED:20260622T210124Z
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SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 08/04/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/sesp-orientation-part1-8-4-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T093000
DTSTAMP:20260622T210220Z
CREATED:20260622T205737Z
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SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 08/01/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/sesp-orientation-part1-8-1-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T093000
DTSTAMP:20260622T205241Z
CREATED:20260622T205241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T205241Z
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SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 07/25/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/sesp-orientation-part1-7-25-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T103000
DTSTAMP:20260622T213259Z
CREATED:20260622T213259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T213259Z
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SUMMARY:Facing School Suspension and Discipline? Know Your Rights 7/15/26
DESCRIPTION:This training describes different types of disciplinary offenses\, the school responsibilities for discipline\, range of consequences for rule violations\, the difference between suspensions\, expulsions\, and emergency removals\, different categories of suspensions\, procedures for out of school suspensions and expulsions\, and legal protections for students on IEPs including the Manifestation Determination Review. \nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/rtsc-ds-7-15-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Families,RTSC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_1686833_S-600-400-e1764536733951.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T110000
DTSTAMP:20260622T205312Z
CREATED:20260622T205124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T205312Z
UID:10002771-1784023200-1784026800@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 07/14/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/sesp-orientation-part1-7-14-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T200000
DTSTAMP:20260622T204912Z
CREATED:20260622T204912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T204912Z
UID:10002770-1783969200-1783972800@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 07/13/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/sesp-orientation-part1-7-13-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T202259Z
CREATED:20260428T202259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T202259Z
UID:10002626-1782241200-1782246600@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 06/23/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-06-23-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T193000
DTSTAMP:20260226T182257Z
CREATED:20260226T182257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T182257Z
UID:10002545-1781722800-1781724600@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:RTSC SESP Coffee And Connections 06/17/26
DESCRIPTION:RTSC’s SESP Coffee And Connections\nAre you an SESP with active appointments? Come to our SESP group support sessions on Zoom!\nThis will be an open zoom meeting format with RTSC support staff facilitating conversations around general questions that are common among SESPs.\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/rtsc-sesp-coffee-and-connections-06-17-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260109T175314Z
CREATED:20260109T175314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T175314Z
UID:10002352-1781118000-1781121600@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:RTSC SESP Coffee And Connections 06/10/26
DESCRIPTION:RTSC’s SESP Coffee And Connections\nAre you an SESP with active appointments? Come to our SESP group support sessions on Zoom!\nThis will be an open zoom meeting format with RTSC support staff facilitating conversations around general questions that are common among SESPs.\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/rtsc-sesp-coffee-and-connections-06-10-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTSTAMP:20260428T202052Z
CREATED:20260428T202052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T202052Z
UID:10002625-1780734600-1780740000@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 06/06/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-06-06-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T113000
DTSTAMP:20260601T232125Z
CREATED:20260428T201843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T232125Z
UID:10002624-1780394400-1780399800@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 06/02/26 [CANCELLED]
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-06-02-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T100000
DTSTAMP:20260323T174508Z
CREATED:20260323T174508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T174508Z
UID:10002572-1779525000-1779530400@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 05/23/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-05-23-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260507T172649Z
CREATED:20260507T134942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T172649Z
UID:10002638-1779192000-1779195600@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:May Webinar- Autism Resources Before and After the Diagnosis
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s webinar to learn more about supporting children and youth who either have autism or are awaiting a diagnosis. Discover what resources are available before an autism diagnosis\, and what additional resources become available after an autism diagnosis. Presented by Sarah Jefferson\, Individual Assistance Coordinator at FCSN. \nLearning objectives: \n\nLearn what resources are available before an autism diagnosis\nUnderstand additional resources that become available after an autism diagnosis\nDevelop a basic understanding and comfort using these resources or sharing them with families and providers\n\n\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/maywebinar-5-19-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_23458077_XS-1000x500-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260109T175040Z
CREATED:20260109T175040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T175040Z
UID:10002351-1778698800-1778702400@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:RTSC SESP Coffee And Connections 05/13/26
DESCRIPTION:RTSC’s SESP Coffee And Connections\nAre you an SESP with active appointments? Come to our SESP group support sessions on Zoom!\nThis will be an open zoom meeting format with RTSC support staff facilitating conversations around general questions that are common among SESPs.\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/rtsc-sesp-coffee-and-connections-05-13-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T214450Z
CREATED:20260323T174332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T214450Z
UID:10002571-1778608800-1778614200@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 05/12/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-05-12-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T193000
DTSTAMP:20260226T181916Z
CREATED:20260226T181916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T181916Z
UID:10002544-1778180400-1778182200@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:RTSC SESP Coffee And Connections 05/07/26
DESCRIPTION:RTSC’s SESP Coffee And Connections\nAre you an SESP with active appointments? Come to our SESP group support sessions on Zoom!\nThis will be an open zoom meeting format with RTSC support staff facilitating conversations around general questions that are common among SESPs.\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/rtsc-sesp-coffee-and-connections-05-07-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T103000
DTSTAMP:20260323T173904Z
CREATED:20260323T173904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173904Z
UID:10002570-1777885200-1777890600@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 05/04/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-05-04-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260323T173136Z
CREATED:20260323T173136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173136Z
UID:10002569-1777399200-1777404600@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 04/28/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-04-28-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T222614Z
CREATED:20260324T141539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T222614Z
UID:10002574-1776769200-1776772800@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:April Webinar- A Path Forward: Supporting adolescents & young adults with foster care experience
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Seth Riker DCF\, Program Supervisor overseeing post-secondary education. \n\nThis brief webinar will introduce caregivers and community support networks to the range of DCF services designed to help youth in the foster care system build necessary life skills and prepare for adulthood. Participants will learn about adolescent outreach programs that support key developmental milestones\, including completing high school\, gaining independence\, and planning for college or vocational pathways. The session will also review available financial supports to assist with their care\, educational needs\, and long‑term planning. By the end\, attendees will understand the services DCF provides to help encourage\, guide\, and promote future success for youth involved with foster care. \nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/april-webinar-i-didnt-know-that-services-available-to-youth-experiencing-state-custody/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_23458077_XS-1000x500-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T093000
DTSTAMP:20260223T164648Z
CREATED:20260109T174733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T164648Z
UID:10002350-1776330000-1776331800@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:RTSC SESP Coffee And Connections 04/16/26
DESCRIPTION:RTSC’s SESP Coffee And Connections\nAre you an SESP with active appointments? Come to our SESP group support sessions on Zoom!\nThis will be an open zoom meeting format with RTSC support staff facilitating conversations around general questions that are common among SESPs.\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/rtsc-sesp-coffee-and-connections-04-16-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T100000
DTSTAMP:20260323T172649Z
CREATED:20260323T172649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T172649Z
UID:10002568-1775896200-1775901600@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 04/11/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-04-11-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T103000
DTSTAMP:20260323T171614Z
CREATED:20260323T171614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T171614Z
UID:10002567-1775638800-1775644200@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 04/08/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-04-08-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T190000
DTSTAMP:20260324T123712Z
CREATED:20260324T123712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T123712Z
UID:10002573-1775500200-1775502000@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:RTSC SESP Coffee And Connections 04/06/26
DESCRIPTION:RTSC’s SESP Coffee And Connections\nAre you an SESP with active appointments? Come to our SESP group support sessions on Zoom!\nThis will be an open zoom meeting format with RTSC support staff facilitating conversations around general questions that are common among SESPs.\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/rtsc-sesp-coffee-and-connections-04-06-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T190000
DTSTAMP:20260226T182408Z
CREATED:20260226T182408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T182408Z
UID:10002546-1774463400-1774465200@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:RTSC SESP Coffee And Connections 03/25/26
DESCRIPTION:RTSC’s SESP Coffee And Connections\nAre you an SESP with active appointments? Come to our SESP group support sessions on Zoom!\nThis will be an open zoom meeting format with RTSC support staff facilitating conversations around general questions that are common among SESPs.\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/rtsc-sesp-coffee-and-connections-03-25-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T200000
DTSTAMP:20260128T163657Z
CREATED:20260128T163657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163657Z
UID:10002485-1773685800-1773691200@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 03/16/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-03-16-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T093000
DTSTAMP:20260128T163450Z
CREATED:20260128T163450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163450Z
UID:10002484-1773475200-1773480600@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 03/14/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-03-14-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260109T173528Z
CREATED:20260109T173528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T173528Z
UID:10002349-1773255600-1773259200@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:RTSC SESP Coffee And Connections 03/11/26
DESCRIPTION:RTSC’s SESP Coffee And Connections\nAre you an SESP with active appointments? Come to our SESP group support sessions on Zoom!\nThis will be an open zoom meeting format with RTSC support staff facilitating conversations around general questions that are common among SESPs.\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/rtsc-sesp-coffee-and-connections-03-11-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T120000
DTSTAMP:20260128T170338Z
CREATED:20260128T170338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T170338Z
UID:10002486-1772535600-1772539200@fcsn.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 03/03/26
DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, known as Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs)\, serve as appointed educational special decision-makers for students in the custody of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). SESP volunteers have the legal authority of a parent or legal guardian to attend special education team meetings\, approve or reject IEPs\, and\, if necessary\, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.
URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-online-orientation-training-part-one-03-03-26/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR