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RTSC Online Orientation Training
RTSC Online Orientation Training
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: Transition Planning
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Host: New Heights Charter School Of Brockton 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,
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Host: Blackstone-Millville 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
2 events,
Turning 3 Essentials
Turning 3 Essentials
Host: Woburn Public Schools 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 to
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 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,
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Host: Medway 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
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Host: West Springfield 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
POSTPONED Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
POSTPONED Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Postponed - New Date TBA Host: Seekonk 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
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Connecting Families: Preparing for MassHealth Renewals
Connecting Families: Preparing for MassHealth Renewals
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Family Engagement: Reframing Academy
Family Engagement: Reframing Academy
Change the way people think about Family Engagement. This intensive seminar offers research-backed communication strategies that build awareness and support for equity-driven and coordinated family engagement. The Massachusetts Reframing Academy will take place through four interactive virtual sessions, ten online training modules, and completion of a course
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Westfield 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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Section 504 Plans
Section 504 Plans
Host: Somerset 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/tZ0vdOGuqjwjG9W86WIsF800uQEweInJuXv5 Zoom will confirm your registration by email which will include your meeting link
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Atlantis Charter 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 of services
4 events,
Trauma Training for SESPs
Trauma Training for SESPs
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
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Hampshire 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
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Newburyport 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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Networking Series
Networking Series
Register 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
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Greater Commonwealth Virtual 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 of
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Quabbin 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
1 event,
SESP Zoom Support Meeting
SESP Zoom Support Meeting
SESP 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.
1 event,
RTSC Online Orientation Training
RTSC Online Orientation Training
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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Social Emotional Learning
Social Emotional Learning
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 and the IEP. Please
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Westwood 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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Listening and Learning Support Parent Training
Listening and Learning Support Parent Training
Become 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
Aprender y liderar a través de ELPAC
Aprender y liderar a través de ELPAC
¡Todas las familias son importantes! Les invitamos a un próximo taller sobre las oportunidades de apoyo, aprendizaje y liderazgo disponibles para las familias a través de nuestro Consejo Asesor (Consejo Asesor de Padres de Estudiantes del Idioma Ingles —ELPAC (por sus siglas en Ingles). Haga clic aquí
Trauma for Caregivers
Trauma for Caregivers
Developmental Childhood Trauma Training for Caregivers Are you raising a child with a history of trauma? Are you looking for a better understanding of the “why” of their challenges? The Recruitment, Training, and Support Center for Special Education Surrogate Parents is offering their Developmental Childhood Trauma Training
3 events,
Family Engagement: Reframing Academy
Family Engagement: Reframing Academy
Change the way people think about Family Engagement. This intensive seminar offers research-backed communication strategies that build awareness and support for equity-driven and coordinated family engagement. The Massachusetts Reframing Academy will take place through four interactive virtual sessions, ten online training modules, and completion of a course
Section 504 Plans
Section 504 Plans
Host: Woburn 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/tZwkceGtrj4oG9GVci5AJrR_C7XrW8N7M3RQ Zoom will confirm your registration by email which will include your meeting link
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Harvard 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
1 event,
RTSC Online Orientation Training
RTSC Online Orientation Training
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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RTSC Online Orientation Training
RTSC Online Orientation Training
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
1 event,
SESP Zoom Support Meeting
SESP Zoom Support Meeting
SESP 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.
1 event,
Transition Planning Training
Transition Planning Training
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
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Turning 3 Essentials
Turning 3 Essentials
Host: Hope Health Pediatric Palliative Care Network 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
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VOC Pre-Event: Embracing Neurodiversity for Successful Transition to Adulthood
VOC Pre-Event: Embracing Neurodiversity for Successful Transition to Adulthood
Visit our Conference Website Register Today We have a full week of exciting and informative presentations leading up to our main conference event on Saturday. Pre-conference events and networking sessions are available for everyone to attend during the week. To register for the entire conference experience (pre-events
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
