Trainings
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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
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
Transition Evaluation and Planning Training 04/02/24
Transition Evaluation and Planning Training 04/02/24
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: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Dracut 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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Developmental Trauma Training 04/03/24
Developmental Trauma Training 04/03/24
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
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Connecting Families: Getting On the Road to Housing
Connecting Families: Getting On the Road to Housing
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 Since April is Fair Housing Month, this month’s Connecting
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Westport 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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New IEP Form Skill Building Series: Understanding Goals: From Objective and Benchmarks to Effective Progress
New IEP Form Skill Building Series: Understanding Goals: From Objective and Benchmarks to Effective Progress
Understanding Goals: From Objective and Benchmarks to Effective Progress We will review the new layout for goals and how the short-term objectives and benchmarks create a pathway from the student’s present performance to the end point of the goal. This registration is for all 5 New IEP
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Littleton 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
CANCELLED Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
CANCELLED Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Triton 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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RTSC Online Orientation Training 04/10/2024
RTSC Online Orientation Training 04/10/2024
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: Wachusett 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 types
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Ashburnham Westminster 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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Section 504 Plans
Section 504 Plans
Host: Springfield International Charter School Explains 504 Plans, who qualifies, what it contains, and the major differences between a 504 Plan and an IEP. Please sign up to attend through our Zoom registration link: https://fcsn-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYudOuvrD8tGNAQ0MRrFL6CjFforxKTRFAK Zoom will confirm your registration by email which will include your meeting
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Host: Lincoln-Sudbury Regional School District 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
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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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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
RTSC Online Orientation Training 04/18/2024
RTSC Online Orientation Training 04/18/2024
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
Cumpliendo 3: Elementos Esenciales
Cumpliendo 3: Elementos Esenciales
Organización: Early Intervention Parent Leadership Program Explica 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
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RTSC Online Orientation Training 04/20/2024
RTSC Online Orientation Training 04/20/2024
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, 23 de abril 19h às 20h 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 e em português da Federação para Crianças com Necessidades Especiais.
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Host: Pentucket Regional School District Our new 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
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Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Salem 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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Connecting Families Film Screening: Imagining the Indian
Connecting Families Film Screening: Imagining the Indian
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: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Revere 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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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: 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
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