BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Federation for Children with Special Needs - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://fcsn.org/zh X-WR-CALDESC:Federation for Children with Special Needs的活动 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:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T203000 DTSTAMP:20251126T195645Z CREATED:20251117T210238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T195645Z UID:10001995-1766082600-1766089800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nProvides 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-iep-12-18-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_56224485_S-e1762985972325.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T203000 DTSTAMP:20251126T195638Z CREATED:20251117T210129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T195638Z UID:10001994-1765996200-1766003400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nA 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-eande-12-17-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_7330838_S1-e1762986099292.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T210000 DTSTAMP:20251126T195631Z CREATED:20251117T210022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T195631Z UID:10001993-1765911600-1765918800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Transition Planning DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nOverview 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-transition-12-16-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/fotolia_26089831-e1762986595582.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T200000 DTSTAMP:20251124T171909Z CREATED:20251124T171909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T171909Z UID:10002000-1765908000-1765915200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP (IN-PERSON) DESCRIPTION:Host: Hampshire Regional\nProvides 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. \nThis workshop will be presented in person at: \nHampshire Regional High School  \n19 Stage Road \nWesthampton\, MA 01027 \nHandouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-iep-12-16-25-hampshire/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_56224485_S-e1762985972325.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T190000 DTSTAMP:20251129T051503Z CREATED:20251129T051034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T051503Z UID:10002002-1765821600-1765825200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, 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.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-orientation-training-part-one-12-15-25/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T200000 DTSTAMP:20251124T165114Z CREATED:20251124T165114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T165114Z UID:10001999-1765476000-1765483200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Transition Planning DESCRIPTION:Host: Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical\nOverview 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-transition-12-11-25-britol-plymouth/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/fotolia_26089831-e1762986595582.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T200000 DTSTAMP:20251211T152312Z CREATED:20251117T205845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T152312Z UID:10001992-1765476000-1765483200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility (CANCELLED) DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nA 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-eande-12-11-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_7330838_S1-e1762986099292.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T210000 DTSTAMP:20251210T192749Z CREATED:20251117T205306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T192749Z UID:10001991-1765393200-1765400400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Transition Planning (CANCELLED) DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nOverview 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-transition-12-10-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/fotolia_26089831-e1762986595582.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T200000 DTSTAMP:20251124T173739Z CREATED:20251114T184559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T173739Z UID:10001989-1765389600-1765396800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:基本权利：过渡规划 DESCRIPTION:基本权利：过渡规划\n日期：2025年12月10日 \n时间：下午6点 \n内容简介：针对14至22岁学生的过渡规划流程概述。我们将探讨获得过渡服务的法定权利、过渡规划的重要性、其在个人化教育计划（IEP）中的具体体现，以及学生与家长的职责分工。 \n所有会议链接将在研讨会前通过Zoom发送。讲义将于演讲当天发送给参会者。 URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-transition-chinese-12-10-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,Chinese ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/fotolia_26089831-e1762986595582.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T193000 DTSTAMP:20251126T193937Z CREATED:20251120T182534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T193937Z UID:10001997-1765305000-1765308600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:FAPE and Effective Progress DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nExplore how FAPE and effective progress support your child’s learning. You’ll learn how schools measure progress through goals and how to spot signs if your child’s program isn’t meeting their needs. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/fapeandeffectiveprogress-12-9-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_56224485_S-e1762985972325.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T200000 DTSTAMP:20251124T173545Z CREATED:20251114T184401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T173545Z UID:10001988-1765303200-1765310400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:基本权利：了解个人化教育计划（IEP） DESCRIPTION:基本权利：了解个人化教育计划（IEP）\n日期：2025年12月9日 \n时间：下午6点 \n内容简介：本课程将阐释个人化教育计划（IEP）的重要性、制定流程及文件构成要素。后续讨论将聚焦于服务内容涵盖范围及可衡量目标的设定。 \n所有会议链接将在研讨会前通过Zoom发送。讲义将于演讲当天发送给参会者。 \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-iep-chinese-12-9-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,Chinese ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_56224485_S-e1762985972325.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T183000 DTSTAMP:20251208T011553Z CREATED:20251208T003851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T011553Z UID:10002245-1765301400-1765305000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Connecting YOU(th) Series DESCRIPTION:A monthly Zoom for young adults\, by young adults\nConnecting YOU(th) is a monthly get-together for teens and young adults with disabilities. Every second Tuesday of the month\, we have a topic for discussion\, and we’re always changing and growing in response to what participants want to happen next. \nJoin us every 2nd Tuesday of the month from 5:30-6:30\, September-June. \nThings we typically talk about include: \n\nIdentity\nIntersectionality\nNeurodiversity\nand more!\n\nFacilitated by Maddie Evans and Danielle Daughtry \n \nA single registration gives you access to all sessions in the series.\n\n\n \n \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 \n I am:(Required)\n \n Student (14-22)\n \n \n Beyond High School Graduation or Aged Out\n First Name(Required)Last Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n AddressStateMAALAKAZARCACOCTDEFLGAHIIDILINIAKSKYLAMEMDMAMIMNMSMOMTNENVNHNJNMNYNCNDOHOKORPARISCSDTNTXUTVTVAWAWVWIWYAS   American Samoa)DC  District of Columbia)FM  Federated States of MicronesiaGU  GuamMH Marshall IslandsMP Northern Mariana IslandsPW PalauPR   Puerto RicoVI   Virgin IslandsCity(Required)AbingtonActonAcushnetAdamsAgawamAlfordAllstonAmesburyAmherstAndoverAquinnahArlingtonAshburnhamAshbyAshfieldAshlandAtholAttleboroAuburnAvonAyerBack BayBaldwinvilleBarnstableBarreBeacon HillBecketBedfordBelchertownBellinghamBelmontBerkleyBerlinBernardstonBeverlyBillericaBlackstoneBlandfordBoltonBondsvilleBostonBourneBoxboroughBoxfordBoylstonBradfordBraintreeBrant RockBrewsterBridgewaterBrightonBrimfieldBrocktonBrookfieldBrooklineBucklandBurlingtonBuzzards 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PlainJeffersonKingstonLakevilleLancasterLanesboroughLawrenceLeeLeicesterLenoxLeominsterLeverettLexingtonLeydenLincolnLittletonLongmeadowLowellLudlowLunenburgLynnLynnfieldMagnoliaMaldenManchester by the SeaMansfieldMarbleheadMarionMarlboroughMarshfieldMartha's VineyardMashpeeMattapanMattapoisettMaynardMedfieldMedfordMedwayMelroseMendonMerrimacMethuenMiddleboroughMiddlefieldMiddletonMilfordMillburyMillisMillvilleMiltonMission HillMonroeMonsonMontagueMontereyMontgomeryMount WashingtonNahantNantucketNatickNeedhamNew AshfordNew BedfordNew BraintreeNew MarlboroughNew SalemNew SeaburyNewburyNewburyportNewtonNorfolkNorth AdamsNorth AndoverNorth AttleboroNorth BrookfieldNorth EndNorth ReadingNorthamptonNorthboroughNorthbridgeNorthfieldNortonNorwellNorwoodOak BluffsOakhamOrangeOrleansOstervilleOtisOtis Air Force BaseOxfordPalmerPaxtonPeabodyPelhamPembrokePepperellPeruPetershamPhillipstonPittsfieldPlainfieldPlainvillePlymouthPlymptonPrincetonProvincetownQuincyRandolphRaynhamReadingReadvilleRehobothRevereRichmondRochesterRocklandRockportRoslindaleRoweRowleyRoxburyRoyalstonRussellRutlandSagamoreSalemSalisburySandisfieldSandwichSaugusSavoyScituateSeekonkSharonSheffieldShelburneSherbornShirleyShrewsburyShutesburySomersetSomervilleSouth BostonSouth ChathamSouth DennisSouth EndSouth HadleySouthamptonSouthboroughSouthbridgeSouthwickSpencerSpringfieldSterlingStockbridgeStonehamStoughtonStowSturbridgeSudburySunderlandSuttonSwampscottSwanseaTauntonTempletonTewksburyThorndikeThree RiversTisburyTollandTopsfieldTownsendTruroTyngsboroughTyringhamUptonUxbridgeVineyard HavenWakefieldWalesWalpoleWalthamWareWarehamWarrenWarwickWashingtonWatertownWaylandWebsterWellesleyWellfleetWendellWenhamWest BoylstonWest BridgewaterWest BrookfieldWest EndWest NewburyWest RoxburyWest SpringfieldWest StockbridgeWest TisburyWest YarmouthWestboroughWestfieldWestfordWesthamptonWestminsterWestonWestportWestwoodWeymouthWhatelyWhitmanWilbrahamWilliamsburgWilliamstownWilmingtonWinchendonWinchesterWindsorWinthropWoburnWoods HoleWorcesterWorthingtonWrenthamYarmouthYarmouthportOther City in MAOther City out of stateUnknownOut of State CityZip/Postal Code(Required)Gender IdentifyManWomanNonbinaryI prefer not to answerWhat is your 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 IdentifiedUndisclosedUnknownN/AWhat 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 LanguageChinese DialectCantoneseMandarinPreferred Phone NumberCell PhoneHome PhoneWork PhoneCell PhoneHome PhoneWork Phone\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/connecting-youth-series/2025-12-09/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Youth/Young Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Fotolia_46476776_M-1000x500-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T200000 DTSTAMP:20251126T193930Z CREATED:20251117T205145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T193930Z UID:10001990-1765216800-1765224000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nProvides 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-iep-12-8-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_56224485_S-e1762985972325.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T200000 DTSTAMP:20251124T173102Z CREATED:20251114T183927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T173102Z UID:10001987-1765216800-1765224000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:基本权利：评估与资格认定 DESCRIPTION:基本权利：评估与资格认定\n日期：2025年12月8日 \n时间：下午6点 \n内容简介：全面概述特殊教育法律法规及操作流程。涵盖特殊教育全流程，包括转介程序、评估流程、资格认定、服务内容、安置安排，以及争议解决中的家长权利。 \n所有会议链接将在研讨会前通过Zoom发送。讲义将于演讲当天发送给参会者。 URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-eande-chinese-12-8-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,Chinese ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_7330838_S1-e1762986099292.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T110000 DTSTAMP:20251129T051308Z CREATED:20251103T051059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T051308Z UID:10001580-1765015200-1765018800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One DESCRIPTION:Become a Special Education Decision-Maker for a Child in State Custody\nVolunteers\, 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.\n\nIn this Orientation Training\, you will learn about the role of an SESP\, how traumatic experiences can impact learning\, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP.\n\nPlease arrive 5 minutes before the start of the training. The training will start on time and we will not be able to admit attendees after the training begins. If you cannot make it on time\, please email us at rtsc@fcsn.org and sign up for the next Orientation\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/special-education-surrogate-parent-orientation-training-part-one-12-06-25/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:RTSC,Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RTSC-Landing-Page1000x500.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251205T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251205T150000 DTSTAMP:20251113T002802Z CREATED:20241220T002718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T002802Z UID:10000116-1764939600-1764946800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Turning 3 Essentials DESCRIPTION:Host: Family and Community Engagement Unit\, EI Division\nExplains the differences between early intervention and special education\, the transition planning conference\, the special education procedures including referral\, evaluation\, the Team meeting\, eligibility determination\, services\, goals\, placement\, response options\, and parent’s procedural due process rights for resolving disputes. \nZoom will confirm your registration by email which will include your meeting link to join. All handouts will be sent to attendees from our workshop coordinator\, Kristin LaRose\, within 24 hours of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/fceu-dec-turning-3-essentials/ CATEGORIES:Early Childhood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Fotolia_114775733_M-e1762993665120.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T180000 DTSTAMP:20251201T010918Z CREATED:20251130T195541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T010918Z UID:10002003-1764867600-1764871200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Career and Technical Education (CTE) DESCRIPTION:Connecting Families Series – December 2025\nConectando famílias     Conectando famílias     连接家庭      Konekte Fanmi yo     Kết nối gia đình      가족 연결 \nCareer and Technical Education (CTE) programs in Massachusetts give students hands-on training helping them for college and/or career. Students can earn certificates that are recognized by employers and build skills for their future. \nPresenter: Garvy Altine\, MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education \nThis registration is for all Connecting Families presentations. You do not need to register for each one separately. \n\n  URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/cte_12-4-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Connecting Families,School Finder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CF-thumbnail-CTE-365x200-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T203000 DTSTAMP:20251201T001338Z CREATED:20251113T205224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T001338Z UID:10001986-1764786600-1764793800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Direitos Básicos - Transição para a vida pós-secundária DESCRIPTION:Direitos Básicos – Transição para a vida pós-secundária\n3 de dezembro de 2025\, quarta-feira\, das 18h30 às 20h30 \nVisão geral do processo de planejamento da transição para alunos com idades entre 14 e 22 anos. Discutiremos o direito legal aos serviços de transição\, por que o planejamento da transição é importante\, como ele se apresenta no IEP e os papéis dos alunos e pais. Evento em português. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/3dez25transicaoparavidaadulta/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,Portuguese ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/fotolia_26089831-e1762986595582.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T203000 DTSTAMP:20251126T193924Z CREATED:20251113T203906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T193924Z UID:10001983-1764786600-1764793800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Transition Planning DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nOverview 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-transition-12-3-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/fotolia_26089831-e1762986595582.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T203000 DTSTAMP:20251201T001229Z CREATED:20251113T205008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T001229Z UID:10001985-1764700200-1764707400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Direitos Básicos - Entendendo o IEP DESCRIPTION:Direitos Básicos – Entendendo o IEP\n2 de dezembro de 2025\, terça-feira\, das 18h30 às 20h30 \nFornece 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. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/2dez25entendendooiep/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,Portuguese ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_56224485_S-e1762985972325.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T203000 DTSTAMP:20251126T193917Z CREATED:20251113T203822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T193917Z UID:10001982-1764700200-1764707400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nProvides 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-iep-12-2-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_56224485_S-e1762985972325.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T203000 DTSTAMP:20251201T001101Z CREATED:20251120T170852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T001101Z UID:10001998-1764613800-1764621000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Discipline and Suspension Training for SESPs 12/01/25 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. \n  \nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/discipline-and-suspension-training-for-sesps-12-01-25/ 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:20251201T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T203000 DTSTAMP:20251201T000839Z CREATED:20251113T204757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T000839Z UID:10001984-1764613800-1764621000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Direitos Básicos - Avaliação e Elegibilidade DESCRIPTION:Direitos Básicos – Avaliação e Elegibilidade\n1 de dezembro de 2025\, segunda-feira\, das 18h30 às 20h30 \nUma visão abrangente das leis e procedimentos relativos à educação especial. Aborda o processo de educação especial\, incluindo encaminhamentos\, avaliações\, elegibilidade\, serviços\, colocação e direitos dos pais na resolução de disputas. Evento em português. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/1dez25avaliacaoeligibility/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,Portuguese ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_7330838_S1-e1762986099292.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T203000 DTSTAMP:20251126T193747Z CREATED:20251113T203552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T193747Z UID:10001981-1764613800-1764621000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nA 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-ee-12-1-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_7330838_S1-e1762986099292.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T180000 DTSTAMP:20251112T223538Z CREATED:20251105T232800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T223538Z UID:10001763-1764608400-1764612000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Indicator Meetings: Keeping a pulse on student outcomes with ongoing stakeholder input DESCRIPTION:Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Indicator Meetings\nInterpretation provided in ASL\, Spanish\, Portuguese\, Haitian Creole\, Vietnamese\, Mandarin\, and Cape Verdean.\nCome learn about Statewide Special Education Data. Join us for the 2025 series of the Massachusetts  Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Indicator Meetings—designed for families\, educators\, and community partners to come together and engage in meaningful discussion about student outcomes across the state. \nEach meeting will take place on the following days from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. \nMonday\, November 17 – School-age Data Review ( Indicators 3\, 5\, and 6)\nMonday\, November 24 – Family Engagement and Preschool Outcomes (Indicators 7\, 8\, and 4)\nMonday\, December 1 – Post-Secondary Outcomes (Indicators 1\, 2\, and14)\n\nRegister Here\nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/indicator-meetings-keeping-a-pulse-on-student-outcomes-with-ongoing-stakeholder-input/2025-12-01/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/FCSN-Indicator-hero-image-e1760792108969-750x450-1-e1762986928522.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T190000 DTSTAMP:20251112T235248Z CREATED:20251105T180016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T235248Z UID:10001760-1764007200-1764010800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Accommodations and Modifications DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nWhen families understand how these key concepts work to support a student\, they can better collaborate with schools to create personalized supports that empower their children to strive. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/accommodations-and-modifications-11-24-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Related-Services-e1762991540491.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T180000 DTSTAMP:20251112T223538Z CREATED:20251105T232800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T223538Z UID:10001762-1764003600-1764007200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Indicator Meetings: Keeping a pulse on student outcomes with ongoing stakeholder input DESCRIPTION:Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Indicator Meetings\nInterpretation provided in ASL\, Spanish\, Portuguese\, Haitian Creole\, Vietnamese\, Mandarin\, and Cape Verdean.\nCome learn about Statewide Special Education Data. Join us for the 2025 series of the Massachusetts  Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Indicator Meetings—designed for families\, educators\, and community partners to come together and engage in meaningful discussion about student outcomes across the state. \nEach meeting will take place on the following days from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. \nMonday\, November 17 – School-age Data Review ( Indicators 3\, 5\, and 6)\nMonday\, November 24 – Family Engagement and Preschool Outcomes (Indicators 7\, 8\, and 4)\nMonday\, December 1 – Post-Secondary Outcomes (Indicators 1\, 2\, and14)\n\nRegister Here\nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/indicator-meetings-keeping-a-pulse-on-student-outcomes-with-ongoing-stakeholder-input/2025-11-24/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/FCSN-Indicator-hero-image-e1760792108969-750x450-1-e1762986928522.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T203000 DTSTAMP:20251112T211514Z CREATED:20251105T174551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T211514Z UID:10001757-1763663400-1763670600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nProvides 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/understanding-the-iep-11-20-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_56224485_S-e1762985972325.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T203000 DTSTAMP:20251112T222005Z CREATED:20251105T174249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T222005Z UID:10001756-1763577000-1763584200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nA 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/evaluation-and-eligibility-11-19-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_7330838_S1-e1762986099292.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T193000 DTSTAMP:20251112T234216Z CREATED:20251105T175044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T234216Z UID:10001759-1763490600-1763494200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nThe 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. \nAll meetings links are sent by Zoom prior to the workshop. Handouts will be sent to attendees on the day of the presentation. \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/navigating-the-iep-11-18-25/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/3-people-talking-with-laptop-e1762989916902.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR