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  • Strengthening Partnerships: Train the Trainer (Educators)

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    Massachusetts Family Engagement Framework Series This professional development series introduces educators and school staff to the Massachusetts Family Engagement Framework and prepares them to actively implement it within their schools and districts. The primary goals of this training are twofold: 1. To build a strong understanding of the Family Engagement Framework—including its guiding principles, core […]

    Free
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    Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 07/13/26

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    Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody Volunteers, 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, […]

    Free
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    Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 07/14/26

    Online Event

    Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody Volunteers, 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, […]

    Free

  • FCSN’s Navigating Transition Workshop Series

    FCSN’s Dad to Dad: Strength, Stress & Supporting Our Kids Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026Time: 6:00-7:30pmLocation: Zoom Being a dad of kids with disabilities during the transition years can feel like carrying everything at once: supporting your child’s current education, planning for adulthood, managing work and family life, navigating systems, and trying to stay strong […]

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    SEPAC Summer School 2026

    Featured SEPAC Summer School 2026

    SEPAC Summer School returns for our 7th year! A free virtual training series will start on Tuesday, June 30th from 7-8 pm and continue each Tuesday for 5 sessions, ending July 28th. SEPAC Summer School  offers valuable information and training for Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) officers, SEPAC members, and other interested parents along […]

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    Facing School Suspension and Discipline? Know Your Rights 7/15/26

    Online Event

    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. For questions, contact us […]

    Free
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    Inclusive Leadership Academy Summer Intensive

    Fitchburg State University Hammond Hall, Fitchburg, MA, United States

      The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), in partnership with FCSN, is offering a week-long Inclusive Leadership Academy this July 20-24th from 9 am to 4 pm at Fitchburg State University. Inclusive Leadership is a proven strategy to improve outcomes for all learners. The ILA is designed to provide training, skills and a […]

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    SEPAC Summer School 2026

    Featured SEPAC Summer School 2026

    SEPAC Summer School returns for our 7th year! A free virtual training series will start on Tuesday, June 30th from 7-8 pm and continue each Tuesday for 5 sessions, ending July 28th. SEPAC Summer School  offers valuable information and training for Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) officers, SEPAC members, and other interested parents along […]

  • Planning a Life (PAL)

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    Federation for Children with Special Needs 529 Main Street, Suite 1M3, The Schraftt, Charlestown, MA, United States

    Registration is now full. Please email transition@fcsn.org to be alerted of other upcoming transition-related events. Planning a Life (PAL): College & Beyond Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026Time: 10:00 AM–2:30 PM (Doors […]

    $25

  • 2026 Asynchronous Parent Consultant Training Institute

    Join us for the 2026 Asynchronous Parent Consultant Training Institute (PCTI) – a training program designed to help families and professionals understand special education laws, navigate the IEP process with confidence, […]

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    Family Action Meetups

    Family Action Meetups

    Autism Housing Pathways/FCSN Join us for our monthly Family Action Meetups (FAMS), hosted by Autism Housing Pathways (AHP), now proudly part of The Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN).  […]

    $5.00

  • Developmental Childhood Trauma Training 07/28/26

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    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 […]

    Free
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    SEPAC Summer School 2026

    Featured SEPAC Summer School 2026

    SEPAC Summer School returns for our 7th year! A free virtual training series will start on Tuesday, June 30th from 7-8 pm and continue each Tuesday for 5 sessions, ending […]