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MCAS: Access & Achievement for Students with Disabilities
MCAS: Access & Achievement for Students with Disabilities
Introduces the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) and how children with disabilities can participate in meaningful ways in MCAS.
3 events,
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Mendon-Upton Regional School District This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the 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: Millbury Public Schools This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the 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 services
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Weymouth Public Schools This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the 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 services
3 events,
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Holyoke Public Schools This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the 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 services
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Pentucket Regional School District This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the 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
Section 504 Plans
Section 504 Plans
Host: Longmeadow Public Schools 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/tZ0pcuCupjItE9PeOb75ERv5ZDFhgA5qgzOW Zoom will confirm your registration by email which will include your meeting link
3 events,
Turning 3 Essentials
Turning 3 Essentials
Host: Criterion-Stoneham Early Intervention Program Explains 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. Please sign up
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Nashoba 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
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Host: Norfolk Public Schools 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 for
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RTSC Online Orientation Training 03/04/2024
RTSC Online Orientation Training 03/04/2024
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
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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 03/12/2024
RTSC Online Orientation Training 03/12/2024
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: HMEA's Autism Resource Central 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
Social Emotional Learning
Social Emotional Learning
Host: Granby 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
3 events,
New IEP Form Skill Building Series: Crafting Effective Student/Parent Concerns
New IEP Form Skill Building Series: Crafting Effective Student/Parent Concerns
The New IEP: Skill-Building Series The first session of this interactive workshop series will explore ways to write focused and concise Parent Concern Statements which will lay a foundation for their active involvement in the IEP process. This registration is for all 5 New IEP Form Skill
CANCELLED Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
CANCELLED Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Pioneer Valley 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
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Host: Swansea Public Schools 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 for
4 events,
Derechos Básicos: Evaluación y Elegibilidad
Derechos Básicos: Evaluación y Elegibilidad
Serie de talleres sobre derechos básicos Esta serie es una introducción a las leyes y procedimientos de la educación especial, al documento del Programa de Educación Individualizada (PEI) y a la planificación que se lleva a cabo cuando un alumno alcanza la edad adulta. Jueves, Marzo 14,
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Host: Springfield International Charter School 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
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Winthrop 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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POSTPONED Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
POSTPONED 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: Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School 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
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Boston Renaissance Charter Public School This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the 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
5 events,
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
INTERPRETATION AVAILABLE – Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
INTERPRETATION AVAILABLE – Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
This workshop will have simultaneous interpretation available in Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Spanish and Vietnamese. Host: Randolph 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
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Host: Mansfield Public Schools 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 for
4 events,
Alternatives to Discipline and Suspension 3/20/24
Alternatives to Discipline and Suspension 3/20/24
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
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Host: HMEA's Autism Resource Central 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
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Ashburnham Westminster 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
3 events,
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Argosy Collegiate Charter School 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: Hingham 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: Burlington Public Schools This presentation was developed to help families gain a deeper understanding of the 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 services
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New IEP Form Skill Building Series: Advancing Your Student’s Voice Throughout the IEP
New IEP Form Skill Building Series: Advancing Your Student’s Voice Throughout the IEP
Advancing Your Student's Voice Throughout the IEP We will look at different ways and options that a parent/caregiver can support their student in sharing their ideas and desires in all aspects of the IEP process. This registration is for all 5 New IEP Form Skill Building workshops. You do
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Northampton 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: Everett 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
4 events,
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: Lexington 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: Quaboag 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: Transition Planning
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Host: Minuteman Regional Vocational Technical High School 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,
3 events,
CANCELLED – Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
CANCELLED – Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
This workshop has been cancelled. Please return to our calendar to see other upcoming events. Host: Bourne 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
Social Emotional Learning
Social Emotional Learning
Host: Pentucket Regional School District 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: Norwell 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
5 events,
RTSC Online Orientation Training 03/28/2024
RTSC Online Orientation Training 03/28/2024
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
Estrategias para la reunión del IEP/PEI
Estrategias para la reunión del IEP/PEI
Serie de talleres sobre derechos básicos Esta serie es una introducción a las leyes y procedimientos de la educación especial, al documento del Programa de Educación Individualizada (PEI) y a la planificación que se lleva a cabo cuando un alumno alcanza la edad adulta. Jueves, Marzo 14,
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Kipp Academy Boston Charter School 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