Join us for the 2026 Asynchronous Parent Consultant Training Institute (PCTI) – a training program designed to help families and professionals understand special education laws, navigate the IEP process with confidence, and advocate effectively for students. Learn more about PCTI! Dates: Monday, July 27 - Monday, October 5 Participants will view recorded presentations and complete online […]
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). […]
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 […]
SEPAC Summer School returns for our 7th year! A free virtual training series will start on Tuesday, June 30th from 7-8 pm and continue each Tuesday for 5 sessions, ending July 28th. SEPAC Summer School offers valuable information and training for Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) officers, SEPAC members, and other interested parents along […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
Connecting Families Series – August 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 Connecting Families invites the whole family to an interactive evening with Giselle Shardlow, who will […]
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 […]
