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.
Join us on the first Tuesday of each month from 6-7 to hear from experts on different parts of the transition process! Throughout this series we will discuss topics like employment, independent living, social opportunities, benefits, and more.
Feb 03 Derechos Basicos Una introducción a las leyes y procedimientos de Educación Especial con un enfoque en referencias, evaluaciones y el proceso para determinar si un estudiante es elegible para Educación Especial. Solo es necesario completar un registro. Esto le inscribirá automáticamente en todos los talleres incluidos en la formación «Primeros pasos hacia la […]
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 […]
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 […]
Connecting Families Series – February Conectando 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 Description Not all evaluations/reports are created equal. A high-quality neuropsychological evaluation assesses a broad range of […]
Feb 05 Mesa Redonda Únase a la mesa redonda con organizaciones como el departamento de salud publica (DPH), Parent professional advocacy League (PPAl), Seguridda Social y sus beneficios (SSI), Departamento de Servicios de desarrollo (DDS) y MassHealth para averiguar quién es elegible y cómo aplicar. Solo es necesario completar un registro. Esto le inscribirá automáticamente en todos los talleres […]
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 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, […]
Feb 10 Nuevo IEP Entender los cambios introducidos en la formulación del IEP, conocer los plazos de aplicación y explorar las áreas en las que los alumnos y los padres pueden hacer aportes. Solo es necesario completar un registro. Esto le inscribirá automáticamente en todos los talleres incluidos en la formación «Primeros pasos hacia la […]
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 like in the IEP, and the roles of students and parents. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent […]
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 page of the IEP form to outline a roadmap for your student's success. All meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will […]
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 many volunteer roles and how each of them contributes to supporting children and youth with disabilities, their caregivers and professionals working with them. YOU can […]
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 needs who would like to talk with someone who understands their situation. We are actively recruiting new volunteers who wish to join our program and […]
