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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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Developmental Trauma Training 05/29/24
Developmental Trauma Training 05/29/24
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
Strengthening Partnerships: Training of Trainers Series
Strengthening Partnerships: Training of Trainers Series
2024 Training of Trainers Series Family Engagement is not a one person job. It is an equity-driven, coordinated program that builds relationships aimed at improving outcomes for children and youth. Join MASFEC for an in-depth exploration of the Massachusetts statewide framework for family engagement and learn how
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Mock IEP Meeting 2.0 for SESP’s, Schools and Service Providers
Mock IEP Meeting 2.0 for SESP’s, Schools and Service Providers
Are you an: RTSC Special Education Surrogate Parent? Join us for a FREE Mock IEP Meeting, brought to you by Recruitment, Training and Support Center (RTSC) program of the Federation for Children with Special Needs. This will be a mock IEP meeting to help you to navigate
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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 06/3/24
RTSC Online Orientation Training 06/3/24
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
Panel “Aging out”: Turning 18 While Experiencing State Custody.
Panel “Aging out”: Turning 18 While Experiencing State Custody.
Inspired by the 3/29/2024 Boston Globe article, “Cut lose at 18 and still Struggling into Adulthood,” featuring +18 youth Kevin "Prince" Works and written by Shira Schoenberg, RTSC will host a Panel of representatives who will speak to the programs and policies that support youth between the
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New IEP Form Skill Building Series: Bringing Forth Family Knowledge Through Data Collection
New IEP Form Skill Building Series: Bringing Forth Family Knowledge Through Data Collection
Bringing Forth Family Knowledge Through Data Collection Participants will learn what constitutes data and how to present it in the IEP process to help inform the school team. This registration is for all 5 New IEP Form Skill Building workshops. You do not need to register for
Strengthening Partnerships: Training of Trainers Series
Strengthening Partnerships: Training of Trainers Series
2024 Training of Trainers Series Family Engagement is not a one person job. It is an equity-driven, coordinated program that builds relationships aimed at improving outcomes for children and youth. Join MASFEC for an in-depth exploration of the Massachusetts statewide framework for family engagement and learn how
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Connecting Families: Socializing in a New Environment
Connecting Families: Socializing in a New Environment
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 This is a presentation for Youth, Young Adults, and their
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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
Transition Evaluation and Planning Training 06/11/24
Transition Evaluation and Planning Training 06/11/24
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
2 events,
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
Strengthening Partnerships: Training of Trainers Series
Strengthening Partnerships: Training of Trainers Series
2024 Training of Trainers Series Family Engagement is not a one person job. It is an equity-driven, coordinated program that builds relationships aimed at improving outcomes for children and youth. Join MASFEC for an in-depth exploration of the Massachusetts statewide framework for family engagement and learn how
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June Networking Series
June Networking Series
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 Federation for Children
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RTSC Online Orientation Training 06/17/24
RTSC Online Orientation Training 06/17/24
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,
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
1 event,
Strengthening Partnerships: Training of Trainers Series
Strengthening Partnerships: Training of Trainers Series
2024 Training of Trainers Series Family Engagement is not a one person job. It is an equity-driven, coordinated program that builds relationships aimed at improving outcomes for children and youth. Join MASFEC for an in-depth exploration of the Massachusetts statewide framework for family engagement and learn how
1 event,
Developmental Trauma Training 06/20/24
Developmental Trauma Training 06/20/24
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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RTSC Online Orientation Training 06/22/24
RTSC Online Orientation Training 06/22/24
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
1 event,
Strengthening Partnerships: Training of Trainers Series
Strengthening Partnerships: Training of Trainers Series
2024 Training of Trainers Series Family Engagement is not a one person job. It is an equity-driven, coordinated program that builds relationships aimed at improving outcomes for children and youth. Join MASFEC for an in-depth exploration of the Massachusetts statewide framework for family engagement and learn how
1 event,
RTSC Online Orientation Training 06/27/24
RTSC Online Orientation Training 06/27/24
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