Making a Difference Conference

On September 15, 2021   /   Programs, Resources  
Making a Difference Conference
RTSC Home Page Conference Overview Sponsorship Opportunities We look forward to presenting the 11th Annual RTSC Making a Difference Conference in November, 2022 The Making a Difference conference provides a wonderful opportunity for Special Education Surrogate Parents (SESPs), Foster/Adoptive and Kinship Caregivers, Educators, Child Welfare Providers, Community PartnersRead more →
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Discipline and Suspension Resources

On June 21, 2021   /   Programs, Resources  
Discipline and Suspension Resources
Time-out and Seclusion DESE Technical Assistance Advisory SPED 2016-1 Regulations for the Prevention of Physical Restraint and Requirements if Used Model Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan (DESE) Massachusetts Behavioral Health and Public Schools Framework Children’s Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI) Technical Assistance Advisory SPED 2014-2Read more →
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Workshops

On April 20, 2021   /   Programs, Resources  
Workshops
Informing, Educating, Empowering Families At the Federation for Children with Special Needs, we strive to inform families of their legal rights, educate families about systems and strategies, and empower families to be their child’s best advocate. The Federation for Children with Special Needs presents workshops throughout theRead more →
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PCTI Format and Structure

On April 20, 2021   /   Programs, Resources  
PCTI Format and Structure

PCTIs are generally held once weekly for 8-weeks which previously included an optional ninth day for individuals wishing to complete the Federation’s Information Center internship (postponed due to the current COVID-19 pandemic). To ensure the health and safety of participants and presenters, our 2021 PCTIs will take

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Resources for Professionals

On April 16, 2021   /   Programs  
Resources for Professionals

Online Training Resources for Professionals   The Pathways for Parents program is developing a series of webinars recorded on Basic Rights, Understand the IEP, Post-Secondary Transition and School Discipline and Suspension.  The series will be presented in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean Creole, Chinese and

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Accessing the Information Center

On April 14, 2021   /   Programs, Resources  
Accessing the Information Center

The Information Center is a free service for military-connected and civilian parents and professionals with questions about special education. It is staffed from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with trained volunteers and information specialists knowledgeable about federal / state special education laws and procedures

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How to Become an SESP

On April 8, 2021   /   Programs  

RTSC Home So you’re interested in becoming a Special Education Surrogate Parent (SESP) to help children in your community! Our staff  is available to assist you through the application process. Learn more about the roles and requirements of an SESP below: What is a Special Education Surrogate

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Information Center

On March 18, 2021   /   Programs  
Information Center
The Information Center is a free service for military-connected and civilian parents and professionals with questions about special education. It is staffed from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with trained volunteers and information specialists knowledgeable about federal / state special education laws and proceduresRead more →
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