• Developmental Childhood Trauma Training 08/12/26

    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 […]

    Free
  • Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 09/16/26

    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
  • Facing School Discipline and Suspension

    Online Event

    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. For questions, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342.

    Free
  • Developmental Childhood Trauma Training 09/23/26

    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 us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342

    Free
  • Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 09/26/26

    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, approve or reject IEPs, and, if necessary, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time. In this Orientation Training, you will learn about the role of an SESP, how traumatic experiences can impact learning, and how to incorporate the […]

    Free
  • Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 09/29/26

    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, approve or reject IEPs, and, if necessary, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time. In this Orientation Training, you will learn about the role of an SESP, how traumatic experiences can impact learning, and how to incorporate the […]

    Free
  • Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 10/6/26

    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, approve or reject IEPs, and, if necessary, file a complaint or appeal. SESPs spend about 30-40 hours a year volunteering their time. In this Orientation Training, you will learn about the role of an SESP, how traumatic experiences can impact learning, and how to incorporate the […]

    Free