Understanding the IEP (Vietnamese) - May 19 | 10 AM Hiểu về Kế hoạch Giáo dục Cá nhân (IEP) (tiếng Việt) - 19 tháng 5 | 10:00 The workshop will explain in detail, helping parents understand a more comprehensive IEP, including the New Form of IEP. Hội thảo sẽ giải thích chi tiết giúp phụ […]
Join us for this month’s webinar 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 additional resources become available after an autism diagnosis. Presented by Sarah Jefferson, Individual Assistance Coordinator at FCSN. Learning objectives: Learn what […]
Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass This workshop covers student and parent rights in school discipline. We’ll discuss types of suspension and protections for students with disabilities. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation.
Discusses how to prepare for emergencies involving individuals with disabilities or healthcare needs. We’ll cover essential strategies and resources to ensure safety and care during emergencies.
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 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 […]
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 […]
FCSN’s “I've Been There” Series for 14-26 year olds Real 1-hour conversations about the transition to adult life Life after high school can be confusing — jobs, independence, education, friendships, support. I've Been There is a free virtual series where two young adults with disabilities share their real stories about making the transition to adult […]
Discipline & Suspension (Portuguese) - May 26 | 6:30 PM Disciplina e suspensão (em português) – 26 de maio | 18h30 In this presentation, we will learn about Massachusetts’ disciplinary […]
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. […]
Post-School Outcomes for Students with Disabilities This Spring, The Department and The Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN) are sponsoring three new virtual webinars on key themes in special […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
