RTSC Online Orientation Training
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
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Hanover 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
Making a Difference Conference
Online EventThe Making a Difference conference provides a wonderful opportunity for Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs), Foster/Adoptive and Kinship Caregivers, Educators, Child Welfare Providers, Community Partners and Others to experience a full day of high-quality education and networking. Attendees will come away with information and resources to assist
DESE Indicators: Secondary Transition and Post-School Outcomes
Online EventSecondary Transition and Post-School Outcomes Each session will take place 5:00pm - 6:00pm - All groups will provide interpretation in ASL, Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, Vietnamese, and Mandarin. For more information on the indicators, click here. To change the language of this website and form, click on the
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Abington 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
The Educational Impact of Trauma on Students in DCF Custody and the IEP (SESPs)
Online EventThis 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
Listening and Learning Support Parent Training
Online EventBecome a volunteer Support Parent today! The Family TIES Parent-to-Parent Program (P2P) builds a bridge of connection between parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and complex medical needs who would like to talk with someone who understands their situation. We are actively recruiting new volunteers who
SESP Zoom Support Meeting
ZoomSESP Zoom Meeting All SESPs are welcome. This will be an open zoom meeting format with RTSC support staff facilitating conversations around general questions that are common among Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs). For questions, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org.
RTSC Online Orientation Training
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
Developmental Childhood Trauma for Caregivers
Online EventThis 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
Networking Series
OnlineRegister for Networking Are you a: RTSC Special Education Surrogate Parent, PCTI trained Parent Consultant, or SEPAC Officer? Join us for a FREE opportunity to network, brought to you by Recruitment, Training and Support Center (RTSC), Parent Training and Information Center (PTI), and MassPAC programs of the
Connecting Families – EI Dispute Resolution Concerns and Complaints
Online EventConectando famílias Conectando famílias 连接家庭 Konekte Fanmi yo Kết nối gia đình Description Parents of infants and toddlers have informal and formal options when they have concerns and complaints related to their child’s early intervention services. These include informal options including discussing
RTSC Online Orientation Training
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
Discipline and Suspension Training
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
Unlock Your Potential as a Family Data Leader!
ZoomWant to build your confidence talking about testing, scores, and other data? Join us for our 3-Part Series: Family Data Leadership Training 📅 Dates: December 18-20th, 2024 🕔 Time: 5-7 PM 🖥️ Location: Online - Register Below The Family Data Leadership Training is designed to welcome and
Unlock Your Potential as a Family Data Leader!
ZoomWant to build your confidence talking about testing, scores, and other data? Join us for our 3-Part Series: Family Data Leadership Training 📅 Dates: December 18-20th, 2024 🕔 Time: 5-7 PM 🖥️ Location: Online - Register Below The Family Data Leadership Training is designed to welcome and
Caregiver to Caregiver Respite Network Info Session
Online EventWhat Is Caregiver to Caregiver/C2C Respite Network? Join our 30 minute presentation about this innovative respite program, followed by 30 minutes of Q&A. Who should attend? Families of children and youth with disabilities and specialized support needs ages birth to 26, as well as professionals who support
