Trainings
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
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
NextGen Careers Information Session
OnlineEvery 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
Online EventBecome 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
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
New IEP Form Skill Building Series: Deriving Meaningful Accommodations Verse Instructions Modifications
Online EventDeriving 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
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
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
Alternatives to Discipline and Suspension 05/16/24
Online EventThis 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
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
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
Planning a Life Conference (College and Beyond)
Online EventLearn more about the conference on the PAL page. UPDATE: This conference will only be held virtually. Please use the discount codes below when registering. Contact transition@fcsn.org if you need a scholarship to participate. Parents/Caregivers: $50 each with code PAL202450 Professionals: $50 each with code PAL202450 Youth: Free with
RTSC Online Orientation Training 05/18/24
Online EventBecome 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
NextGen Careers Information Session
OnlineEvery 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
Online EventTerça-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
Online EventIntroduction 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