• Let’s Get Organized

    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 also exploring digital record-keeping and emergency preparedness. For more details on the P2P program, please visit the P2P of MA webpage.

  • Strengthening Partnerships in Action

    Strengthening Partnerships in Action

    Our new Strengthening Partnerships in Action series consists of ten (10) one-hour workshops for professionals.  They introduce and interactively demonstrate selected core principles of the Strengthening Partnerships Framework for family engagement. Most sessions will feature a special guest family member from an impactful local organization to share their own experiences with partnership.  We'll also provide […]

  • Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 1

    Online Event

    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, […]

    Free
  • Entendendo o IEP

    Conheça seus direitos na Educação Especial. Participe das decisões Fornece informações sobre a importância do Programa Educacional Individualizado (IEP), como ele é desenvolvido e as diferentes seções do documento. A discussão posterior se concentrará nos tipos de serviços incluídos e nas metas mensuráveis. Evento em português.

  • IEP Skills Module: Crafting Effective Student/Parent Concerns

    Learn tips and tools for writing Parent and Student Concerns Statements. Participants will learn how to organize their thoughts and practice writing statements that clearly communicate their concerns and what is most important for their child's success. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the […]

  • Strengthening Partnerships in Action

    Strengthening Partnerships in Action

    Our new Strengthening Partnerships in Action series consists of ten (10) one-hour workshops for professionals.  They introduce and interactively demonstrate selected core principles of the Strengthening Partnerships Framework for family engagement. Most sessions will feature a special guest family member from an impactful local organization to share their own experiences with partnership.  We'll also provide […]

  • Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP

    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 […]

  • Basic Rights: Referral, 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. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation.

  • Developmental Childhood Trauma Training 11/18/26

    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
  • Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

    This presentation provides an introduction to social emotional learning – what it is, why it’s important, and what it may look like at home and at school. You will learn about how to help your child develop social emotional skills. and how to include social emotional learning in the IEP. Zoom will confirm your registration […]

  • Strengthening Partnerships in Action

    Strengthening Partnerships in Action

    Our new Strengthening Partnerships in Action series consists of ten (10) one-hour workshops for professionals.  They introduce and interactively demonstrate selected core principles of the Strengthening Partnerships Framework for family engagement. Most sessions will feature a special guest family member from an impactful local organization to share their own experiences with partnership.  We'll also provide […]

  • Family Action Meetups

    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
  • Let’s Talk Inclusion!

    Let’s Talk Inclusion!

    Professional Learning for Massachusetts Educators & Leaders Fresh perspectives. Honest Questions. Practical conversations about inclusive education. WHY JOIN THE CONVERSATION? If you are an educator in Massachusetts and looking for a fresh professional development opportunity, join us for “Let’s Talk Inclusion!” This monthly virtual series is being held in conjunction with our new Inclusive Leadership […]

  • Emergency Preparedness for Families with Special Needs

    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.