BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Federation for Children with Special Needs - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://fcsn.org/vi X-WR-CALDESC:Sự kiện cho Federation for Children with Special Needs REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T193000 DTSTAMP:20260526T202007Z CREATED:20260526T200925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T202007Z UID:10002645-1784052000-1784057400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:FCSN’s Navigating Transition Workshop Series DESCRIPTION:FCSN’s Dad to Dad: Strength\, Stress & Supporting Our Kids\nDate: Tuesday\, July 14\, 2026Time: 6:00-7:30pmLocation: Zoom \nBeing a dad of kids with disabilities during the transition years can feel like carrying everything at once: supporting your child’s current education\, planning for adulthood\, managing work and family life\, navigating systems\, and trying to stay strong through it all. Maybe your partner handles a lot of the education and transition work and you’re not sure where you fit in. \nThis conversation brings fathers together to speak honestly about the strengths you offer and the stresses you might be feeling at this stage of your child’s life. Hear from dads of pre-teens\, teens and young adults with disabilities as they share experiences\, challenges\, lessons learned\, and the ways they continue showing up for their kids and families. \nCome for real conversation\, shared experience\, and connection with other dads who understand the journey. We’ll have an online group of Dads – who all engage and support in different ways- sharing their stories and taking questions. \nRegister today for FCSN’s Dad to Dad: Strength\, Stress\, & Supporting our Kids – be part of the conversation or just listen. It’s about you. \nSorry. This form is no longer available. URL:https://fcsn.org/vi/event/navigating-transition-dad-to-dad-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Families,Youth/Young Adults,Transition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T103000 DTSTAMP:20260622T213259Z CREATED:20260622T213259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T213259Z UID:10002781-1784104200-1784111400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Facing School Suspension and Discipline? Know Your Rights 7/15/26 DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. URL:https://fcsn.org/vi/event/rtsc-ds-7-15-26/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Families,RTSC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_1686833_S-600-400-e1764536733951.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T143000 DTSTAMP:20260722T184302Z CREATED:20260318T134343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T184302Z UID:10002551-1784973600-1784989800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Planning a Life (PAL) DESCRIPTION:Registration is now full. Please email transition@fcsn.org to be alerted of other upcoming transition-related events.\nPlanning a Life (PAL): College & Beyond \nDate: Saturday\, July 25\, 2026Time: 10:00 AM–2:30 PM (Doors open at 9:30 AM)Location: Schrafft’s Center\, 529 Main Street\, Charlestown\, MA \nSpaces are limited: For youth and young adults with disabilities ages 16–21\, their families / caregivers\, and the professionals who support them. \nThinking about life after high school? \nWhether you’re considering college or just starting to think about what’s next\, FCSN’s Planning a Life (PAL): College & Beyond can help you learn more about your choices and plan for the future. \nThis interactive\, one-day\, in-person event brings together students\, families\, and professionals to explore multiple pathways to college in a welcoming and supportive environment. \nExplore Your OptionsLearn about college pathways from staff and students who have attended: \n\nMAIPSE program\nCommunity colleges\nFour-year colleges and universities\n\n  \nStudents Share Their College Success Stories and StrugglesHear directly from students with disabilities who are either in or recently finished their college experience. They’ll share: \n\nWhat college is really like\nWhat surprised them most\nChallenges they faced and how they overcame them\nAdvice they would give to future students\n\n  \nThe Transition from High School to CollegeLearn what’s different between high school and college\, and how to access resources to prepare for that difference: \n\nFinding mental health resources\nRequesting and accessing accommodations\nBalancing class\, work\, and extracurricular activities\nAdding structure to unstructured days\nAnd more!\n\nBring your questions and learn from people who have been where you are. \n  \nWho Will Attend? \n\nYouth and young adults with disabilities ages 16–21\nParents and caregivers\nEducators\, transition professionals\, and service providers\n\n  \nImportant Information \n\nRegistration is required.\nSpace is limited.\nThis is not a drop-off event. Participants who are not their own guardian must have a parent or caregiver remain on site for the entire event.\n\n  \nCost \n\nParents/Caregivers: $25\nYouth: Free with a registered parent or caregiver\nYoung adults who are their own guardian: $25\nProfessionals: $50\n\n  \nScholarships are availableWe do not want cost to be a barrier. If you need a scholarship\, please contact transition@fcsn.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Federation for Children with Special Needs is funded by grants which require us to collect data. Our registration is confidential and used to ensure we are supporting all communities. We do not share personal information nor do we sell to third parties. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now to reserve your spot! – Scholarships Available \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Theo dõiTheo dõiTheo dõi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About FCSN\n \n \n \n \n \n About Us \nPrograms \nContact \nPrivacy Policy \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our Services\n \n \n \n \n \n Family Engagement \nFamily Support \nTraining \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Contact Us\n \n \n \n \n \n Federation for Children with Special Needs \nThe Schrafft Center529 Main Street\, Suite 1M3Boston\, MA 02129 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n (617) 236-7210 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n (800) 331-0688\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n info@fcsn.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n © 2026 Federation for Children with Special Needs | All Rights Reserved URL:https://fcsn.org/vi/event/planning-a-life-7-25-26/ LOCATION:Federation for Children with Special Needs\, 529 Main Street\, Suite 1M3\, The Schraftt\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:Families,Youth/Young Adults,Transition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/7.25.26-PAL-Event-posting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org GEO:42.3841947;-71.0724886 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Federation for Children with Special Needs 529 Main Street Suite 1M3 The Schraftt Charlestown MA 02129 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=529 Main Street\, Suite 1M3\, The Schraftt:geo:-71.0724886,42.3841947 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T180000 DTSTAMP:20260706T200112Z CREATED:20260629T193145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T200112Z UID:10002782-1786035600-1786039200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Wellness Practices for Children and Youth with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Connecting Families Series – August \nConectando famílias     Conectando famílias     连接家庭      Konekte Fanmi yo     Kết nối gia đình      가족 연결This event will be hosted with access to interpretation and transcription in 50+ languages.  Accessing Interpretation \nConnecting Families invites the whole family to an interactive evening with Giselle Shardlow\, who will share an array of wellness activities the whole family can enjoy. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenter: Giselle Shardlow\nGiselle Shardlow\, M.Ed.\, is an award-winning children’s book author\, educator\, and founder of Kids Yoga Stories. She holds a master’s degree in International Education and has experience teaching in classrooms around the world. Through her yoga books\, Breathing Exercise Cards\, and other wellness resources\, Giselle helps children develop practical tools for self-regulation\, emotional well-being\, and resilience through movement\, mindfulness\, and play. Her resources are used by families\, educators\, counselors\, and therapists internationally. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This registration is for all Connecting Families presentations. You do not need to register for each one separately.The registrations will open soon! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n 2026-27 Connecting Families Series\n The Federation for Children with Special Needs is funded by grants which require us to collect data. Your data is safe and will not be shared or sold.\n\nPlease contact us with any accommodation requests at info@fcsn.org. \n \n Accommodations request Click here to request American Sign Language (ASL) or other accommodations. 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YarmouthWestboroughWestfieldWestfordWesthamptonWestminsterWestonWestportWestwoodWeymouthWhatelyWhitmanWilbrahamWilliamsburgWilliamstownWilmingtonWinchendonWinchesterWindsorWinthropWoburnWoods HoleWorcesterWorthingtonWrenthamYarmouthYarmouthportOther City in MAOther City out of stateUnknownOut of State CityZip/Postal Code(Required)Preferred Phone NumberCell PhoneHome PhoneWork PhoneCell PhoneHome PhoneWork PhoneAre you attending this event as a:(Required)Parent/CaregiverParent/ProfessionalFoster ParentGrandparentProfessional EducatorProfessional OtherStudent (14-22)OtherOrganizationAre you an SESP (Eligible Special Education Decision Maker)?(Required)YesNoWhat is your ethnicity?(Required)Hispanic or LatinoNot Hispanic or LatinoUndisclosedWhat is your race?(Required)Caucasian/WhiteAfrican-American/BlackAmerican Indian/Native American/Alaskan Native (*Specify)AsianNative Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (*Specify)Two or more racesUndisclosedSpecify racePrimary Language(Required)EnglishAmerican Sign LanguageChineseHaitian CreolePortugueseSpanishVietnameseOther LanguageOther Language(Required)Chinese DialectCantoneseMandarinIs your family military-connected?(Required)YesNoWhat is your child's ethnicity?(Required)Hispanic or LatinoNot Hispanic or LatinoUndisclosedN/AWhat is your child's race?(Required)Caucasian/WhiteAfrican-American/BlackAmerican Indian/Native American/Alaskan Native (*Specify)AsianNative Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (*Specify)Two or more racesUndisclosedN/ASpecify child's raceChild's Age:(Required)Birth to 33-56-1112-1314-GraduationBeyond High School Graduation or Aged OutUndisclosedN/AChild's primary disability:(Required)AutismDeafDeaf-BlindnessDevelopmental delayEmotional DisturbanceHearing ImpairmentIntellectual DisabilityMultiple DisabilitiesOrthopedic ImpairmentOther Health Impairment (ADD/ADHD)Specific Learning Disability (Dyslexia)Speech or Language ImpairmentTraumatic Brain InjuryVisual Impairment-BlindnessInappropriately IdentifiedDisability is suspected or not yet identifiedChild/Youth does not have a disabilityUndisclosedN/AChild's secondary disability:AutismDeafDeaf BlindnessDevelopmental delayEmotional DisturbanceHearing ImpairmentIntellectual DisabilityOrthopedic ImpairmentOther Health Impairment (ADD/ADHD)Specific Learning Disability (Dyslexia)Speech or Language ImpairmentVisual Impairment-BlindnessDo you have questions for our presenter?Sign me up for your Weekly Happenings e-Newsletter ( Agency-wide current events & updates)\n \n Yes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://fcsn.org/vi/event/laying-the-foundation-early-transition-planning-for-long-term-success-2/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Families,Connecting Families ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR