BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Federation for Children with Special Needs - ECPv6.16.3//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:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T130000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250602T145149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T155609Z UID:10000827-1749643200-1749646800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Introduction to the New IEP form 6/11/25 DESCRIPTION:Here is another chance to familiarize yourself with the New IEP form. Join us for the workshop and be more in control of your child’s future. Register NOW! \n  \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/introduction-to-the-new-iep-form-6-11-25/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250611T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250611T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250424T195533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T155617Z UID:10000828-1749664800-1749672000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility DESCRIPTION:Host: Malden Public Schools\nThis presentation is a comprehensive introduction into special education laws and procedures. We will delve into the purpose of the law\, referrals\, evaluations\, and the team meeting process including determining eligibility.  Further discussion will focus on services\, placement\, and what to do when you receive a proposed IEP. You will also learn what to do if the student is not eligible and parent’s procedural due process rights for resolving disputes. \nZoom will confirm your registration by email which will include your meeting link to join. All handouts will be sent to attendees from our workshop coordinator\, Kristin LaRose\, within 24 hours of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/malden-evaluation-and-eligibility/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250611T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250611T210000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250521T154150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T155623Z UID:10000829-1749668400-1749675600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Bullying: What Parents Need to Know DESCRIPTION:Host: Wayland Public Schools\nThis presentation addresses what a bully is; the school’s legal obligation to prevent and address bullying; some strategies and tools for dealing with bullying; and how to address bullying in the IEP. We welcome both parents and professionals to join us for this extremely important discussion. \nZoom will confirm your registration by email which will include your meeting link to join. All handouts will be sent to attendees from our workshop coordinator\, Kristin LaRose\, within 24 hours of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/wayland-bullying-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250612T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250612T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250423T161017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T155631Z UID:10000830-1749751200-1749758400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Quyền cơ bản: Lập kế hoạch chuyển tiếp DESCRIPTION:Bài thuyết trình này đề cập đến việc lập kế hoạch liên quan khi học sinh ở độ tuổi chuyển tiếp. Tầm quan trọng của việc lập kế hoạch\, vai trò của cả phụ huynh/người giám hộ và học sinh cũng như những dự định sau khi học sinh hoàn tất chương trình trung học. Chúng ta sẽ thảo luận về cách chuẩn bị cho cuộc họp lập kế hoạch chuyển tiếp\, độ tuổi trưởng thành và quyền thủ tục tố tụng hợp pháp để giải quyết tranh chấp. \nVui lòng gửi email cho Vongtaychame Việt theo địa chỉ vongtaychameviet@gmail.com để lấy liên kết cuộc họp. \nVui lòng liên hệ với KimChi Nguyen theo địa chỉ knguyen@fcsn.org nếu bạn có bất kỳ câu hỏi nào về bài thuyết trình này. \nĐăng ký này áp dụng cho cả 3 hội thảo Quyền cơ bản sẽ được trình bày bằng tiếng Việt vào ngày 8 tháng 5\, ngày 5 tháng 6 và ngày 12 tháng 6. Bạn không cần phải đăng ký cho từng hội thảo riêng biệt. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/quyen-co-ban-lap-ke-hoach-chuyen-tiep/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250610T145833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T155645Z UID:10000832-1750068000-1750075200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:The Educational Impact of Trauma on Students in DCF Custody and the IEP (SESPs) 6/16/25 DESCRIPTION:This training will offer a systematic approach to looking at Developmental Childhood Trauma as it impacts our students in 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 \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/the-educational-impact-of-trauma-on-students-in-dcf-custody-and-the-iep-sesps-6-16-25/ LOCATION:Online Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250617T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250617T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250604T181105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T155654Z UID:10000833-1750183200-1750190400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Creating a Post-Secondary Vision DESCRIPTION:Host: New Heights Charter School Of Brockton\nExplains the role of the student’s post-secondary vision in transition planning\, where to start\, how to write a vision statement and how the vision can impact assessments and the transition planning process. \nZoom will confirm your registration by email which will include your meeting link to join. All handouts will be sent to attendees from our workshop coordinator\, Kristin LaRose\, within 24 hours of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/new-heights-creating-a-post-secondary-vision/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T130000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250610T150707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T155718Z UID:10001097-1750849200-1750856400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Transition Training for Students Experiencing State Custody 6/25/25 DESCRIPTION: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 of majority\, the anticipated graduation date\, and the options when the Team does not agree\, including procedural due process rights. \n  \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/transition-training-for-students-experiencing-state-custody-6-25-25/ LOCATION:Online Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250630T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250610T151932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T155735Z UID:10001099-1751277600-1751284800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Discipline and Suspension Training for SESPs 6/30/25 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. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/discipline-and-suspension-training-for-sesps-6-30-25/ LOCATION:Online Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T130000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250612T152818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T202523Z UID:10000380-1752148800-1752152400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:July Networking: Stay in Your Lane\, but Put Your Blinker on! DESCRIPTION:As an SESP\, you fulfill a meaningful\, impactful and often demanding role. \nFor self-preservation\, better performance and to avoid burnout\, it’s important to know when and where you should intervene. Join us for this session on where we’ll discuss what falls within your role versus what falls within your capacity\, which overlaps to consider and which boundaries to maintain. \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/july-networking-stay-in-your-lane-but-put-your-blinkers-on/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Mass Family Voices END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T203000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250717T210731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T202645Z UID:10000838-1753210800-1753216200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:SEPAC Summer School 2025 DESCRIPTION:SEPAC Summer School starts June 24\, 2025 with 6 sessions on Tuesday evenings from 7PM to 8:15 PM .\n Here is the 2025 Agenda:\nWEEK 1 – June 24  The Role of a SEPAC and SEPAC Self-Assessment \nWEEK 2 – July 1   SEPAC Toolkit and Forms – MassPAC Resources \nWEEK 3 – July 8  Engaging Families – Communication and Outreach \nWEEK 4 – July 15  Great SEPAC Meetings – Getting Diverse Input \nWEEK 5 – July 22  Advocacy\, Leadership and Family Support \nWEEK 6 – July 29  Advising the District – Understanding your District’s Data! \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nAttend one or all of the sessions – FREE and open to all SEPAC members and families! URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/sepac-summer-school-2025-2/2025-07-22/ CATEGORIES:Parent/Caregiver Leadership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Fotolia_95429117_M-e1753314729789.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T203000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250717T210731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T202645Z UID:10000839-1753815600-1753821000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:SEPAC Summer School 2025 DESCRIPTION:SEPAC Summer School starts June 24\, 2025 with 6 sessions on Tuesday evenings from 7PM to 8:15 PM .\n Here is the 2025 Agenda:\nWEEK 1 – June 24  The Role of a SEPAC and SEPAC Self-Assessment \nWEEK 2 – July 1   SEPAC Toolkit and Forms – MassPAC Resources \nWEEK 3 – July 8  Engaging Families – Communication and Outreach \nWEEK 4 – July 15  Great SEPAC Meetings – Getting Diverse Input \nWEEK 5 – July 22  Advocacy\, Leadership and Family Support \nWEEK 6 – July 29  Advising the District – Understanding your District’s Data! \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nAttend one or all of the sessions – FREE and open to all SEPAC members and families! URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/sepac-summer-school-2025-2/2025-07-29/ CATEGORIES:Parent/Caregiver Leadership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Fotolia_95429117_M-e1753314729789.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T190000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250630T222652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T165309Z UID:10001101-1754755200-1754766000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:The Ride Ahead - Film Screening (Youth Event) DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”7/12″][vc_column_text] \nJoin us for a Special One-Night Film Screening of The Ride Ahead\n\n\n\n\n\nBy Dan and Samuel Habib \nLength: 1 hour 37 minutes / Rating: Not listed \nTrailer link: Watch — The Ride Ahead \nYoung adults 14+ and their parents/caretakers are invited to the film screening of The Ride Ahead. Any parent planning to take their youth to the event should also stay for the event; this is not a drop-off event. Pizza & snacks will be provided. There are limited spots available. Please register below. \nDate and Time: Saturday\, August 9th\, from 4:00-7:00 PM \nLocation: Schrafft Center\, 529 Main Street\, Charlestown\, MA 02129 \nFree\, $5 suggested donation \n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/12″] \n \n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Oops! We could not locate your form. [/vc_column][/vc_row] \n  URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/youth-event-08-2025/2025-08-09/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T215617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T215719Z UID:10001440-1757358000-1757361600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Welcome to the Federation DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nBrief overview of the resources and supports offered by the Federation to families and the professionals who work with them. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/welcome-to-the-federation-9-8-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250909T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250909T150000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20241220T003201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T165939Z UID:10001164-1757422800-1757430000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Cumpliendo 3: Elementos Esenciales DESCRIPTION:Organización: Family and Community Engagement Unit\, EI Division\nExplica las diferencias entre la intervención temprana y la educación especial\, la conferencia de planificación de la transición\, los procedimientos de educación especial\, incluida la remisión\, la evaluación\, la reunión del Equipo\, la determinación de elegibilidad\, los servicios\, las metas\, la ubicación\, las opciones de respuesta y los derechos procesales de los padres para resolver disputas. \nZoom confirmará su registro por correo electrónico que incluirá el enlace de su reunión para unirse. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/fceu-sept-cumpliendo-3-elementos-esenciales/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T203000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T210020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T210020Z UID:10001429-1757442600-1757449800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nA 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/basic-rights-evaluation-and-eligibility-9-9-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T203000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T213246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T213308Z UID:10001433-1757529000-1757536200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nProvides 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/basic-rights-understanding-the-iep-9-10-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T203000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T214027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T214652Z UID:10001437-1757615400-1757622600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Transition Planning DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nOverview 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/basic-rights-transition-planning-9-11-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T190000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250630T222652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T165309Z UID:10001102-1757779200-1757790000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:The Ride Ahead - Film Screening (Youth Event) DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”7/12″][vc_column_text] \nJoin us for a Special One-Night Film Screening of The Ride Ahead\n\n\n\n\n\nBy Dan and Samuel Habib \nLength: 1 hour 37 minutes / Rating: Not listed \nTrailer link: Watch — The Ride Ahead \nYoung adults 14+ and their parents/caretakers are invited to the film screening of The Ride Ahead. Any parent planning to take their youth to the event should also stay for the event; this is not a drop-off event. Pizza & snacks will be provided. There are limited spots available. Please register below. \nDate and Time: Saturday\, August 9th\, from 4:00-7:00 PM \nLocation: Schrafft Center\, 529 Main Street\, Charlestown\, MA 02129 \nFree\, $5 suggested donation \n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/12″] \n \n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Oops! We could not locate your form. [/vc_column][/vc_row] \n  URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/youth-event-08-2025/2025-09-13/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T210000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T214913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T214913Z UID:10001438-1757962800-1757970000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Transition Planning DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nOverview 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/basic-rights-transition-planning-9-15-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T215837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T215857Z UID:10001441-1758049200-1758052800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nThe new IEP form provides an opportunity to document your student’s strengths and needs while building a team with your district.  This workshop will review each page of the IEP form to outline a roadmap for your student’s success. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/navigating-the-iep-9-16-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T211124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T211124Z UID:10001430-1758132000-1758139200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nA 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/basic-rights-evaluation-and-eligibility-9-17-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T213517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T213517Z UID:10001434-1758218400-1758225600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nProvides 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/basic-rights-understanding-the-iep-9-18-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250919T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250919T150000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20241220T002117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T170126Z UID:10000117-1758286800-1758294000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Turning 3 Essentials DESCRIPTION:Host: Family and Community Engagement Unit\, EI Division\nExplains the differences between early intervention and special education\, the transition planning conference\, the special education procedures including referral\, evaluation\, the Team meeting\, eligibility determination\, services\, goals\, placement\, response options\, and parent’s procedural due process rights for resolving disputes. \nZoom will confirm your registration by email which will include your meeting link to join. All handouts will be sent to attendees from our workshop coordinator\, Kristin LaRose\, within 24 hours of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/fceu-sept-turning-3-essentials/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T203000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T213602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T213602Z UID:10001435-1758565800-1758573000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nProvides 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/basic-rights-understanding-the-iep-9-22-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T210000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T215010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T215010Z UID:10001439-1758740400-1758747600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Transition Planning DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nOverview 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/basic-rights-transition-planning-9-24-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T203000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T211203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T211203Z UID:10001431-1758825000-1758832200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nA 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/basic-rights-evaluation-and-eligibility-9-25-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T211230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T211230Z UID:10001432-1759168800-1759176000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nA 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/basic-rights-evaluation-and-eligibility-9-29-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T215954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T220021Z UID:10001442-1759258800-1759262400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:How to Advocate for your Child DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nEffective advocacy is a learned art. Learn soft skills\, such as how to prioritize and collaborate\, to best advocate for your child. The workshop also addresses how to manage conflict and communication barriers \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/how-to-advocate-for-your-child-9-30-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20250826T213718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T221734Z UID:10001436-1762365600-1762372800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nProvides 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/basic-rights-understanding-the-iep-10-1-2025/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_56224485_S-e1762985972325.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000 DTSTAMP:20260611T031425 CREATED:20251105T160627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T163530Z UID:10001699-1762448400-1762452000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:National Caregiver Month: Celebrating and Supporting Caregivers DESCRIPTION:Connecting Families Series – November\nConectando famílias     Conectando famílias     连接家庭      Konekte Fanmi yo     Kết nối gia đình      가족 연결\nThis event will be hosted with access to interpretation and transcription in 50+ languages.  Accessing Interpretation \nCaregivers are the heart of our communities—providing essential support\, advocacy\, and love to children\, youth\, adults\, and older adults with complex needs. During National Caregiver Month\, Connecting Families brings together a panel of experienced leaders\, practitioners\, and family advocates to celebrate the invaluable role of caregivers and explore practical supports and programs available to them. \nPanelists will highlight resources that strengthen caregivers’ capacity to care for loved ones while maintaining their own well-being. Topics include respite opportunities\, community-based supports\, mental health resources\, and family engagement programs. The discussion will also explore ways caregivers can share their voices and experiences to inform systems change and influence policy. \nJoin us for an engaging and inspiring conversation that honors caregivers’ dedication while sharing pathways to connection\, support\, and empowerment. \nThis registration is for all Connecting Families presentations. You do not need to register for each one separately.\n\n\n \n \n Connecting Families Series\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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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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://fcsn.org/ar/event/connecting-families/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Families,Connecting Families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fam-diverse-1000x500-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR