BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Federation for Children with Special Needs - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://fcsn.org/ar X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Federation for Children with Special Needs REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE 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 END:VEVENT 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:20260514T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T130000 DTSTAMP:20260507T183805Z CREATED:20260505T174529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T183805Z UID:10002636-1778760000-1778763600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:May Networking: Finishing Strong: Helping Students Stay Engaged DESCRIPTION:Networking Series – May\nJoin us for the May Networking: Finish the Year Strong—Together \n\nAs the school year wraps up\, students benefit most from clear guidance\, strong self-advocacy skills\, and supportive collaboration between home and school. Join us on May 14 for Finishing Strong: Helping Students Stay Engaged.  \nThis session will focus on practical strategies to help students:  \n\nAdvocate for themselves\, including understanding what they need to do to pass and how to ask for support \n\n\nMake sense of assessments and progress reports\, learning what the data tells us—and what it doesn’t \n\n\nPrepare for next steps by requesting meaningful references and recommendations from teachers \n\nWhether you’re supporting IEP goals\, transition planning\, or academic motivation\, this workshop offers tools you can use immediately to keep students engaged and empowered through the final stretch of the year. \nThis registration is for all Networking presentations. You do not need to register for each one separately. \n\n\n\n \n \n The Federation for Children with Special Needs is funded by grants which require us to collect data. Your data is safe and will not be shared or sold.\n\nPlease contact us with any accommodation requests at info@fcsn.org. \n \n Accommodations request Click here to request American Sign Language (ASL) or other accommodations. 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BaseOxfordPalmerPaxtonPeabodyPelhamPembrokePepperellPeruPetershamPhillipstonPittsfieldPlainfieldPlainvillePlymouthPlymptonPrincetonProvincetownQuincyRandolphRaynhamReadingReadvilleRehobothRevereRichmondRochesterRocklandRockportRoslindaleRoweRowleyRoxburyRoyalstonRussellRutlandSagamoreSalemSalisburySandisfieldSandwichSaugusSavoyScituateSeekonkSharonSheffieldShelburneSherbornShirleyShrewsburyShutesburySomersetSomervilleSouth BostonSouth ChathamSouth DennisSouth EndSouth HadleySouthamptonSouthboroughSouthbridgeSouthwickSpencerSpringfieldSterlingStockbridgeStonehamStoughtonStowSturbridgeSudburySunderlandSuttonSwampscottSwanseaTauntonTempletonTewksburyThorndikeThree RiversTisburyTollandTopsfieldTownsendTruroTyngsboroughTyringhamUptonUxbridgeVineyard HavenWakefieldWalesWalpoleWalthamWareWarehamWarrenWarwickWashingtonWatertownWaylandWebsterWellesleyWellfleetWendellWenhamWest BoylstonWest BridgewaterWest BrookfieldWest EndWest NewburyWest RoxburyWest SpringfieldWest StockbridgeWest TisburyWest YarmouthWestboroughWestfieldWestfordWesthamptonWestminsterWestonWestportWestwoodWeymouthWhatelyWhitmanWilbrahamWilliamsburgWilliamstownWilmingtonWinchendonWinchesterWindsorWinthropWoburnWoods HoleWorcesterWorthingtonWrenthamYarmouthYarmouthportOther City in MAOther City out of stateUnknownOut of State CityZip/Postal Code(Required)Preferred Phone NumberCell PhoneHome PhoneWork PhoneCell PhoneHome PhoneWork PhoneAre you attending this event as a:(Required)Parent/CaregiverParent/ProfessionalFoster ParentGrandparentProfessional EducatorProfessional OtherStudent (14-22)OtherOrganizationAre you an SESP (Eligible Special Education Decision Maker)?(Required)YesNoWhat is your ethnicity?(Required)Hispanic or LatinoNot Hispanic or LatinoUndisclosedWhat is your race?(Required)Caucasian/WhiteAfrican-American/BlackAmerican Indian/Native American/Alaskan Native (*Specify)AsianNative Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (*Specify)Two or more racesUndisclosedSpecify racePrimary Language(Required)EnglishAmerican Sign LanguageChineseHaitian CreolePortugueseSpanishVietnameseOther LanguageOther Language(Required)Chinese DialectCantoneseMandarinIs your family military-connected?(Required)YesNoWhat is your child's ethnicity?(Required)Hispanic or LatinoNot Hispanic or LatinoUndisclosedN/AWhat is your child's race?(Required)Caucasian/WhiteAfrican-American/BlackAmerican Indian/Native American/Alaskan Native (*Specify)AsianNative Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (*Specify)Two or more racesUndisclosedN/ASpecify child's raceChild's Age:(Required)Birth to 33-56-1112-1314-GraduationBeyond High School Graduation or Aged OutUndisclosedN/AChild's primary disability:(Required)AutismDeafDeaf-BlindnessDevelopmental delayEmotional DisturbanceHearing ImpairmentIntellectual DisabilityMultiple DisabilitiesOrthopedic ImpairmentOther Health Impairment (ADD/ADHD)Specific Learning Disability (Dyslexia)Speech or Language ImpairmentTraumatic Brain InjuryVisual Impairment-BlindnessInappropriately IdentifiedDisability is suspected or not yet identifiedChild/Youth does not have a disabilityUndisclosedN/AChild's secondary disability:AutismDeafDeaf BlindnessDevelopmental delayEmotional DisturbanceHearing ImpairmentIntellectual DisabilityOrthopedic ImpairmentOther Health Impairment (ADD/ADHD)Specific Learning Disability (Dyslexia)Speech or Language ImpairmentVisual Impairment-BlindnessDo you have questions for our presenter?Sign me up for your Weekly Happenings e-Newsletter ( Agency-wide current events & updates)\n \n Yes\n \n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/may-networking-5-14-26/ 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:20260409T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000 DTSTAMP:20260325T152609Z CREATED:20260325T152609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T152609Z UID:10002575-1775736000-1775739600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:April Networking: Planning for Summer Success DESCRIPTION:Join us for the April Networking: Planning for Summer Success. \n\nLooking for summer jobs\, camp programs or services?  If yes\, it’s important to discuss with the young person and caregivers\, plan ahead\, and take advantage of available resources.   Come to our April networking event on “Planning for Summer Success” to discuss what steps to take\, explore upcoming opportunities\, and share strategies for a happy\, healthy and fulfilling summer. \n\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/april-networking-planning-for-summer-success/ 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: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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T093000 DTSTAMP:20260128T163052Z CREATED:20260128T163052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163052Z UID:10002483-1772265600-1772271000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 02/28/26 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-02-28-26/ 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:20260226T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T200000 DTSTAMP:20260129T174537Z CREATED:20260129T174537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T174537Z UID:10002492-1772128800-1772136000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Discipline and Suspension Training 02/26/26 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. \n  \nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/discipline-and-suspension-training-02-26-26/ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T100000 DTSTAMP:20260109T172915Z CREATED:20260109T172915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T172915Z UID:10002348-1772096400-1772100000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:RTSC SESP Coffee And Connections 02/26/26 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-02-26-26/ 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:20260217T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T203000 DTSTAMP:20260128T162636Z CREATED:20260128T162636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T162636Z UID:10002482-1771354800-1771360200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 02/17/26 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-02-17-26/ 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:20260217T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260212T133434Z CREATED:20260212T133434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T133434Z UID:10002530-1771329600-1771333200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:February Webinar- Juvenile Justice 101 DESCRIPTION:Join us for the February Webinar- Juvenile Justice 101. \n Learn essential information about the juvenile justice process\, interactions with police\, racial disparities\, and the impact on youth and families before or\nsoon after your child is in court. \n\n\n\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/february-webinar-juvenile-justice-101/ 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:20260212T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T130000 DTSTAMP:20260130T143431Z CREATED:20260130T143431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T143431Z UID:10002493-1770897600-1770901200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:February Networking- Introducing the New FCSN Website DESCRIPTION:Join us for the February Networking: Introducing the New FCSN Website \n\nFCSN is excited to introduce our new and improved website! Join our February Networking to learn how to navigate our website. We’ll look at what has changed\, including how to find trainings and resources more easily\, and new features to support your advocacy and learning. In preparation for the upcoming Visions of Community Conference\, we’ll walk through the new conference platform and discuss what to expect at this year’s VOC.  \n\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/february-networking-introducing-the-new-fcsn-website/ 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:20260212T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T100000 DTSTAMP:20260120T150215Z CREATED:20260120T145533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T150215Z UID:10002375-1770888600-1770890400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Get Involved 02/12/26 DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about the work of the Federation? Volunteer with us to support our mission!\nGet Involved Info Sessions are designed to help you find out more about our many volunteer roles and how each of them contributes to supporting children and youth with disabilities\, their caregivers and professionals working with them.\nYOU can make a difference! Drop in and find out how. Register below. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/get-involved-02-12-26/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Parent/Caregiver Leadership,Parent-to-Parent,Caregiver to Caregiver,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:20260210T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T123000 DTSTAMP:20251211T142038Z CREATED:20251211T142038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T142038Z UID:10002305-1770721200-1770726600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 02/10/26 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-02-10-26/ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T110000 DTSTAMP:20260114T165842Z CREATED:20260109T172243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T165842Z UID:10002347-1769594400-1769598000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:RTSC SESP Coffee And Connections 01/28/26 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-01-28-26/ 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 END:VCALENDAR