Looking for a Roadmap or Timeline? The transition to adulthood is the period between ages 14 and 26 when youth and young adults with disabilities prepare for life after high school. Along the way, families make important decisions about education, employment, adult services, independent living, healthcare, and community participation.Join specialists from four organizations for a […]
Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass Addresses what bullying 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. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation.
Chapter 688 documents a referral for students with disabilities to appropriate adult service agencies. A referral sets in motion a 2-year planning process for students whose entitlement to special education […]
Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass Overview of the transition planning process for students aged 14-22. We’ll discuss the legal right to transition services, why transition planning is important, what it looks like in the IEP, and the roles of students and parents. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent […]
Join us to learn more about supporting children and youth who either have autism or are awaiting a diagnosis. Discover what resources are available before an autism diagnosis, and what […]
Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass Provides information about why the Individualized Education Program (IEP) is important, how it is developed, and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what types of services are included and measurable goals. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to […]
Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass Overview of the transition planning process for students aged 14-22. We’ll discuss the legal right to transition services, why transition planning is important, what it looks like in the IEP, and the roles of students and parents. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent […]
Families, students and educators all report young people experiencing increasing behavioral and emotional needs that schools are not fully meeting. What proactive and positive supports are students legally entitled to that will help them learn and grow, rather than experience punitive consequences which do not meet their needs? All meetings links are sent by Zoom […]
Conheça seus direitos na Educação Especial. Participe das decisões Uma visão abrangente das leis e procedimentos relativos à educação especial. Aborda o processo de educação especial, incluindo encaminhamentos, avaliações, elegibilidade, serviços, colocação e direitos dos pais na resolução de disputas. Evento em português
Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass A comprehensive overview of special education laws and procedures. Covers the special education process, including referrals, evaluations, eligibility, services, placement, and parents’ rights in dispute resolution. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation.
Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass Explore how FAPE and effective progress support your child’s learning. You’ll learn how schools measure progress through goals and how to spot signs if your child’s program isn’t meeting their needs. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of […]
Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass Provides information about why the Individualized Education Program (IEP) is important, how it is developed, and the different sections of the document. Further discussion will focus on what types of services are included and measurable goals. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to […]
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 the Manifestation Determination Review. For questions, contact us […]
Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass A comprehensive overview of special education laws and procedures. Covers the special education process, including referrals, evaluations, eligibility, services, placement, and parents’ rights in dispute resolution. […]