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Alternatives to Discipline and Suspension 4/29/24
Alternatives to Discipline and Suspension 4/29/24
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
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NextGen Careers Information Session
Every Tuesday at 12 pm and 4:30 pm (1 hour sessions) A weekly Information Session for young adults, their families, and professionals interested in NextGen Careers. The NextGen Careers Information Session is a one-hour support session to better help eligible young adults (ages 18-25) their families and
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Fitchburg Public Schools This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the current IEP document. We will talk about why it is important, how it is developed and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what types of
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Methuen Public Schools This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the current IEP document. We will talk about why it is important, how it is developed and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what types of
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Transition Evaluation and Planning Training 05/01/24
Transition Evaluation and Planning Training 05/01/24
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
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Sutton Public Schools This 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
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Concord/Concord Carlisle Regional School District This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the current IEP document. We will talk about why it is important, how it is developed and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what
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Connecting Families: Film Screening: Imagining the Indian: The Fight Against Native American Mascoting & Panel with Indigenous Leaders & Activists
Connecting Families: Film Screening: Imagining the Indian: The Fight Against Native American Mascoting & Panel with Indigenous Leaders & Activists
Conectando famílias Conectando famílias 连接家庭 Konekte Fanmi yo Kết nối gia đình 가족 연결 This event will be hosted with access to interpretation and transcription in 20+ languages. Accessing Interpretation Description Join us for a screening of Imagining the Indian:
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Host: Walpole Public Schools This presentation addresses the planning involved when a student is of transition age. The importance of planning, the roles of both parent/guardian and student and the student’s post-secondary vision. We will discuss how to prepare for the transition planning meeting, the age of
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Families as Partners in the IEP Process
Families as Partners in the IEP Process
FCSN and the Foxborough Public Schools are hosting an intensive training for families. Delve into the new IEP form and learn skills families can apply as active partners in the IEP process. Session Topics: The New IEP Form Crafting Effective Student/Parent Concerns Advancing Your Student’s Voice Throughout
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RTSC Online Orientation Training 05/06/24
RTSC Online Orientation Training 05/06/24
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
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Fall River Public Schools This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the current IEP document. We will talk about why it is important, how it is developed and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what types
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Athol-Royalston Regional School District This 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
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NextGen Careers Information Session
Every Tuesday at 12 pm and 4:30 pm (1 hour sessions) A weekly Information Session for young adults, their families, and professionals interested in NextGen Careers. The NextGen Careers Information Session is a one-hour support session to better help eligible young adults (ages 18-25) their families and
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Host: Braintree Public Schools This presentation addresses the planning involved when a student is of transition age. The importance of planning, the roles of both parent/guardian and student and the student’s post-secondary vision. We will discuss how to prepare for the transition planning meeting, the age of
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Introduction to the New IEP
Introduction to the New IEP
Introduction to the New IEP Form The IEP document will be seeing the first major change to the form in 20 years in the state of Massachusetts. This presentation will discuss: - Understand why changes have been made - Learn the timeline for implementation - Review the
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Host: Revere Public Schools This 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
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Waltham Public Schools This 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
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Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Pittsfield Public Schools This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the current IEP document. We will talk about why it is important, how it is developed and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what types of
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Weston Public Schools This 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
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NextGen Careers Information Session
Every Tuesday at 12 pm and 4:30 pm (1 hour sessions) A weekly Information Session for young adults, their families, and professionals interested in NextGen Careers. The NextGen Careers Information Session is a one-hour support session to better help eligible young adults (ages 18-25) their families and
RTSC Online Orientation Training 05/14/24
RTSC Online Orientation Training 05/14/24
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
Social Emotional Learning
Social Emotional Learning
Host: Haverhill Public Schools This presentation provides an introduction to social emotional learning. We will dive into what social emotional learning is, why it is important, and what it looks like in different contexts We will also discuss how social emotional learning is applied in the classroom
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New IEP Form Skill Building Series: Deriving Meaningful Accommodations Verse Instructions Modifications
New IEP Form Skill Building Series: Deriving Meaningful Accommodations Verse Instructions Modifications
Deriving Meaningful Accommodations Verse Instructions Modifications This presentation will help participants understand the components for accommodations such as the presentation of instruction, and modifications like the students output. This registration is for all 5 New IEP Form Skill Building workshops. You do not need to register for
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Martha's Vineyard Public Schools This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the current IEP document. We will talk about why it is important, how it is developed and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what types
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: North Reading Public Schools This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the current IEP document. We will talk about why it is important, how it is developed and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what types
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Alternatives to Discipline and Suspension 05/16/24
Alternatives to Discipline and Suspension 05/16/24
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
Social Emotional Learning
Social Emotional Learning
Host: Springfield International Charter School This presentation provides an introduction to social emotional learning. We will dive into what social emotional learning is, why it is important, and what it looks like in different contexts We will also discuss how social emotional learning is applied in the
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Beverly Public Schools This 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
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Planning a Life Conference (College and Beyond)
Planning a Life Conference (College and Beyond)
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Planning a Life Conference (College and Beyond)
Planning a Life Conference (College and Beyond)
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RTSC Online Orientation Training 05/18/24
RTSC Online Orientation Training 05/18/24
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
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NextGen Careers Information Session
Every Tuesday at 12 pm and 4:30 pm (1 hour sessions) A weekly Information Session for young adults, their families, and professionals interested in NextGen Careers. The NextGen Careers Information Session is a one-hour support session to better help eligible young adults (ages 18-25) their families and
Introdução ao Novo Formulário do IEP
Introdução ao Novo Formulário do IEP
Terça-feira, 21 de maio 11h30 às 13h Virtual Um novo formulário de IEP será usado por todos os distritos escolares de Massachusetts a partir do próximo outono. Saiba como aproveitar ao máximo as mudanças neste workshop gratuito da Federação para Crianças com Necessidades Especiais. Esta apresentação é
Introduction to the New IEP
Introduction to the New IEP
Introduction to the New IEP Form The IEP document will be seeing the first major change to the form in 20 years in the state of Massachusetts. This presentation will discuss: - Understand why changes have been made - Learn the timeline for implementation - Review the
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Northbridge Public Schools This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the current IEP document. We will talk about why it is important, how it is developed and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what types of
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RTSC Online Orientation Training 05/23/24
RTSC Online Orientation Training 05/23/24
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
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NextGen Careers Information Session
Every Tuesday at 12 pm and 4:30 pm (1 hour sessions) A weekly Information Session for young adults, their families, and professionals interested in NextGen Careers. The NextGen Careers Information Session is a one-hour support session to better help eligible young adults (ages 18-25) their families and
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Developmental Trauma Training 05/29/24
Developmental Trauma Training 05/29/24
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