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Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Arlington 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: Dedham 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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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
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Millis 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
4 events,
NextGen Presentation
NextGen Presentation
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Discipline and Suspension Training for Students Experiencing DCF Custody
Discipline and Suspension Training for Students Experiencing DCF Custody
This 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
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Wilmington 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 (Making the Most Out of Transition)
Planning a Life Conference (Making the Most Out of Transition)
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Latino Parent Leadership Program!
Latino Parent Leadership Program!
The Parent Consultant Training Institute (PCTI) is an intensive training program designed to provide all families and professionals with a solid foundation in special education laws and procedures. Participants have the opportunity to learn from experts in the field, network with each other, and become part of
Planning a Life Conference (Making the Most Out of Transition)
Planning a Life Conference (Making the Most Out of Transition)
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What is Early Intervention?
What is Early Intervention?
Does your baby or child under age 3 seem to be "behind" others their age? Learn about free services that may be available. Presented in English and Khmer Register Here Questions? Contact Sarah Forster, sforster@fcsn.org 617-399-8337 or Melissa Sin, msin@cmaalowell.org 978-454-6200 Hosted by the Cambodian Mutual Assistance
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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
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Stoughton 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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Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Basic Rights: Transition Planning
Host: Leominster 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 of
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Old Rochester 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
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Harvard 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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NextGen Presentation
NextGen Presentation
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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
DESE Indicators: Preschool Outcomes and State Systemic Improvement Plan
DESE Indicators: Preschool Outcomes and State Systemic Improvement Plan
Preschool Outcomes and State Systemic Improvement Plan 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
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: West 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
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Meet with a NextGen Specialist
Meet with a NextGen Specialist
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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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Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: New Heights Charter School Of Brockton 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
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP
Host: Melrose 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
Turning 3 Essentials
Turning 3 Essentials
Host: Thom Charles River Early Intervention 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
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DESE Indicators: Disproportionate Representation
DESE Indicators: Disproportionate Representation
Disproportionate Representation 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 language widget above.
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility
Host: Wareham 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: Canton 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
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: Assabet Valley Regional Vocational High 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
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NextGen Presentation
NextGen Presentation
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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: Brookline 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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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
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