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Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: North Adams 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
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Innovation Charter Academy 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 do
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Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Belmont 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: Watertown 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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Connecting Families – Intro to Genetics for Parents and School Personnel
Connecting Families – Intro to Genetics for Parents and School Personnel
Description This one-hour live presentation by The New England Genetics Network (NERGN) includes “Genetics 101” as well as a strong focus on Genetic Education Materials for School Success (GEMSS). Presenters will provide a brief overview of genetics, share action steps and resources, and leave time for Q&A.
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Bullying: What Parents Need to Know
Host: North Middlesex 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
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Westfield 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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Planning a Life Conference (College and Beyond)
Planning a Life Conference (College and Beyond)
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Planning a Life Conference (College and Beyond)
Planning a Life Conference (College and Beyond)
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Caregiver to Caregiver (C2C) Focus Group
Caregiver to Caregiver (C2C) Focus Group
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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: 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
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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.
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Andover 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
Grupo de foco de Cuidadores para Cuidadores (C2C)
Grupo de foco de Cuidadores para Cuidadores (C2C)
A Caregiver to Caregiver/C2C Respite Network convida as famílias de crianças e jovens com deficiências com necessidades de apoio especializado, especialmente cultural e linguisticamente diversificadas, a participarem de nossos grupos de discussão e fornecerem informações e recomendações sobre serviços de assistência adequados e significativos. Focus group participants
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Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Ludlow 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: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Newburyport 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: Swansea 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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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
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: Brooke 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
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Developmental Childhood Trauma for Caregivers
Developmental Childhood Trauma for Caregivers
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
돌봄자 휴식 네트워크 포커스 그룹 (Focus Group)
돌봄자 휴식 네트워크 포커스 그룹 (Focus Group)
돌봄자 휴식 네트워크 (C2C)는 장애가 있는 혹은 전문적 지원이 필요한 자녀의 가족, 특히 문화/언어적으로 다양한 가족들을 저희 포커스 그룹 미팅에 초대하오니, 부디 참여하셔서 의미 있고 공평한 레스핏 서비스 프로그램에 대한 의견과 제시사항을 나누어 주시면 감사하겠습니다. Focus group participants will receive a $10 gift card for their time. Registration The Federation for Children with Special Needs is funded by grants which require us to collect data. Our registration is confidential and used
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Winchester 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
3 events,
Connecting YOUth
Connecting YOUth
A monthly Zoom for young adults, by young adults Connecting YOUth is a monthly get-together for teens and young adults with disabilities. Every month we have a topic for discussion, and we're always changing and growing in response to what participants want to happen next. This month,
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: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Woburn 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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The Educational Impact of Trauma on Students in DCF Custody and the IEP (SESPs)
The Educational Impact of Trauma on Students in DCF Custody and the IEP (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: Dudley-Charlton 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: Longmeadow 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
4 events,
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Carlisle 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
DESE Indicators: Child Find and Early Childhood Transition
DESE Indicators: Child Find and Early Childhood Transition
Child Find and Early Childhood Transition 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
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
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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
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照顾者(C2C)暂托网 焦点小组
照顾者(C2C)暂托网 焦点小组
照顾者/C2C暂托网邀请家庭有特殊需求和残障儿童和青少年, 特别是文化和语言多样性家庭,加入我们的焦点小组为这有意义和公平的喘息服务提供您宝贵的意见和建议。 Focus group participants will receive a $10 gift card for their time. Registration The Federation for Children with Special Needs is funded by grants which require us to collect data. Our registration is confidential and used to ensure we are supporting all communities. We do
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Moun k ap bay swen/Caregiver to Caregiver (C2C) Focus Group Haitian Creole
Moun k ap bay swen/Caregiver to Caregiver (C2C) Focus Group Haitian Creole
Moun k ap bay swen pou moun k ap bay swen/C2C Respite Network Focus Group Èske w se yon moun k ap pran swen yon timoun ki gen andikap ak/oswa sipò espesyalize ki bezwen nesans jiska 26 an? Join nou pou yon diskisyon gwoup konsantre sou relèv.
NEW DATE Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
NEW DATE Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Hampshire 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: Amherst-Pelham Regional 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
3 events,
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Springfield 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
POSTPONED Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
POSTPONED Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
POSTPONED: New date to be announced Host: Sharon 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,
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Hopkinton 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
3 events,
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Monomoy 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: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Belmont 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
POSTPONED Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
POSTPONED Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
POSTPONED - New Date will be 1/31/2024 Host: Chicopee 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
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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: Evaluation and Eligibility
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