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 […]
Organizador: NICU GraDs Program, Boston Children's Hospital Los asistentes aprenderán las diferencias entre Intervención Temprana (EI) y la Educación Especial. También recibirán información sobre la reunión de planificación de la transición y los procedimientos de la Educación Especial, incluyendo el referido, la evaluación, la reunión del equipo, la determinación de la elegibilidad, y documentos del […]
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 […]
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 legal guardian to attend special education team meetings, […]
A monthly Zoom for young adults, by young adults Connecting YOU(th) is a monthly get-together for teens and young adults with disabilities. Every second Tuesday of the month, we have […]
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 […]
Únase a nosotros para El Programa de Liderazgo para Padres Latinos, un programa de capacitación de 25 horas diseñado para ayudar a los padres a comprender sus derechos en la […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass Learn about the rights of students with disabilities and their families under special education law. This workshop will provide an overview of evaluations, eligibility, IEP development, […]
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 […]
Guides parents of children with special needs in building organizational skills using their strengths. Participants create a binder space with supplies and ideas to organize medical and educational records, while […]
