• Basic Rights: Transition Planning

    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 […]

  • Navigating the IEP

    Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass The new IEP form provides an opportunity to document your student's strengths and needs while building a team with your district.  This workshop will review each […]

  • Get Involved 02/12/26

    Online Event

    Are you passionate about the work of the Federation? Volunteer with us to support our mission! Get Involved Info Sessions are designed to help you find out more about our […]

    Free
  • P2P Listening & Learning Training 02/12/26

    Online Event

    Join Us to Become a Volunteer Support Parent! Our Parent to Parent of Massachusetts program (P2P) builds a bridge of connection between parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and complex medical […]

  • Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility

    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. […]

  • Mapa de Cuidado

    Feb 15 Mapa de Cuidado Tengamos una reunión de reflexión para identificar los distintos servicios y programas en los que participamos como cuidadores de un niño con necesidades especiales. Solo […]

  • Entendendo Cada Documento de Educação Especial

    February 12, 2026 PT: Entendendo Cada Documento de Educação Especial EN: Understanding Each Special Education Document Description (EN): This workshop helps families understand the purpose of common special education documents, […]

  • Turning 3 Essentials

    Host: Family and Community Engagement Unit, EI Division Explains the differences between early intervention and special education, the transition planning conference, the special education procedures including referral, evaluation, the Team […]

  • February Webinar- Juvenile Justice 101

    Online Event

    Join us for the February Webinar- Juvenile Justice 101.  Learn essential information about the juvenile justice process, interactions with police, racial disparities, and the impact on youth and families before […]

    Free
  • Learning About Housing

    Virtual

    Join us for Learning About Housing, hosted by Autism Housing Pathways (AHP), now proudly part of The Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN).  For more details about AHP joining […]

  • Youth Movie Night at the Schrafft Center

    FCSN's Youth Team Presents Free Movie Night  (Youth Event - ages 14-26*) *This is not a drop off event. Parents/legal caregivers must register and attend with young people who are not their own legal guardians. We’ll be screening the same movie in another room for parents/legal caregivers of youth.  Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026 Time: 5:00-7:00pm Location: FCSN Offices at the Schrafft’s Center, 529 Main […]

  • Developmental Childhood Trauma Training 02/23/26

    Online Event

    This training will offer a systematic approach to looking at Developmental Childhood Trauma as it impacts our students experiencing 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 is recommended for all SESPs. For questions, contact […]

    Free
  • Family Action Meetups

    Autism Housing Pathways/FCSN Join us for our monthly Family Action Meetups (FAMS), hosted by Autism Housing Pathways (AHP), now proudly part of The Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN).  For more details about AHP joining FCSN, see FCSN announcement. Each monthly meeting comprises: A 15 minute overview of housing for people with developmental disabilities […]

    $5.00