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    Positive Solutions: Train the Trainer (Educators)

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    Through a grant provided by the Department for Elementary and Secondary Education, the Federation for Children with Special Needs provides a FREE ten-hour  Positive Solutions for Families: Train the Trainer and technical assistance to schools and licensed early childhood programs interested in implementing this family engagement training. Positive Solutions for Families Train the Trainer will […]

    Free
  • Male teacher smiling surrounded by high school students

    Basic Rights: Transition Planning

    Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass Overview of the transition planning process for students aged 14-22. We’ll discuss the legal right to transition services, why transition planning is important, what it looks like in the IEP, and the roles of students and parents. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent […]

  • Female teacher leaning down to support three middle school students at a table

    Evaluaciones y Criterios de Elegibilidad

    Esta sesión explica cómo se solicitan y se llevan a cabo las evaluaciones de educación especial, qué tipos de evaluaciones se utilizan, cómo se interpretan los resultados y cómo el equipo decide si un estudiante es elegible para recibir servicios de educación especial.

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    Self Care

    Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass Taking care of the caregiver is essential. Practical suggestions to renew and restore your ability to care for others by caring for yourself.  All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation.

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    Exploring the New FCSN Website

     FCSN has just launched a new website.  Please join us to learn about our programs and where to find information and resources.

  • RTSC Transition Evaluation and Planning 01/15/26

    Online Event

    This presentation provides an understanding of the transition planning process, including why transition planning is important, services that could be included, who is eligible, student and parent/SESP roles in transition planning, and the role of student’s vision.  We will discuss how to prepare for a transition planning meeting, using the transition planning form, the age […]

    Free
  • Female teacher leaning down to support three middle school students at a table

    Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility

    Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass A comprehensive overview of special education laws and procedures. Covers the special education process, including referrals, evaluations, eligibility, services, placement, and parents’ rights in dispute resolution. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation.

  • Effective Communication (in Portuguese)

    PT | Este workshop inaugura o Espaço de Aprendizagem para Famílias, um encontro virtual mensal e gratuito em português, realizado via Zoom. A primeira sessão abordará o tema Comunicação Eficaz entre famílias e escola, com foco em estratégias práticas para fortalecer a parceria com as equipes escolares, preparar-se para reuniões e comunicar preocupações de forma clara e colaborativa. Este programa […]

  • Transition to Adult Health Care

    Transition to Adult Health Care

    When you're thinking about transition activities in high school, it's also the time to plan for that transition from pediatric to adult health care as well. Join us for practical tips to assist with this important stage in your family's journey. Register Today!  

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    Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP (in Vietnamese)

    Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass Provides information about why the Individualized Education Program (IEP) is important, how it is developed, and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what types of services are included and measurable goals. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to […]

  • Nursery teacher sitting with a parent and her Down Syndrome son in the classroom. they are discussing the little boys progress.

    Charla con la Comunidad Latina

    English: “A Folder for My IEP” During this presentation, participants will have the opportunity to organize this important document into a folder, and I will also share organization strategies to support them. Spanish:  “UNA CARPETA PARA MI IEP.” Durante esta presentación, los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de organizar este importante documento en una carpeta, y también compartiré […]

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    Emergency Preparedness

    Discusses how to prepare for emergencies involving individuals with disabilities or healthcare needs. We’ll cover essential strategies and resources to ensure safety and care during emergencies.

  • Male teacher smiling surrounded by high school students

    Basic Rights: Transition Planning

    Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass Overview of the transition planning process for students aged 14-22. We’ll discuss the legal right to transition services, why transition planning is important, what it looks like in the IEP, and the roles of students and parents. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent […]

  • Male teacher smiling surrounded by high school students

    Planificación de la Transición

    Este taller se enfoca en la planificación de la transición para los estudiantes a medida que se acercan a la vida adulta. Hablaremos sobre los servicios de transición, las metas postsecundarias (educación, empleo y vida independiente) y cómo el IEP apoya los planes futuros del estudiante.