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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T203000 DTSTAMP:20260102T205744Z CREATED:20260102T205744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T205744Z UID:10002339-1768849200-1768854600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Transition to Adult Health Care DESCRIPTION:When you’re thinking about transition activities in high school\, it’s also the time to plan for that transition from pediatric to adult health care as well. Join us for practical tips to assist with this important stage in your family’s journey. Register Today! \n\n\n \n \n Transition to Adult Health Care\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 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 BayCambridgeCantonCarlisleCarverCentervilleCharlemontCharlestownCharltonChathamChelmsfordChelseaCheshireChesterChesterfieldChicopeeChilmarkChinatownClarksburgClintonCohassetColrainConcordConwayCotuitCummaquidCummingtonDaltonDanversDartmouthDedhamDeerfieldDennisDennisportDevensDightonDorchesterDouglasDoverDracutDudleyDunstableDuxburyEast BostonEast BridgewaterEast BrookfieldEast LongmeadowEasthamEasthamptonEastonEdgartownEgremontErvingEssexEverettFairhavenFall RiverFalmouthFenwayFitchburgFloridaForestdaleFoxboroughFraminghamFranklinFreetownGardnerGeorgetownGilbertvilleGillGloucesterGoshenGosnoldGraftonGranbyGranvilleGreat BarringtonGreen HarborGreenfieldGrotonGrovelandHadleyHalifaxHamiltonHampdenHancockHanoverHanscom Airforce BaseHansonHardwickHarvardHarwichHatfieldHaverhillHawleyHeathHinghamHinsdaleHolbrookHoldenHollandHollistonHolyokeHopedaleHopkintonHubbardstonHudsonHullHuntingtonHyannisHyannisportHyde ParkIpswichJamaica 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)Preferred Phone NumberCell PhoneHome PhoneWork PhoneCell Phone(Required)Home PhoneWork PhoneAre you attending this event as a:(Required)Parent/CaregiverParent/ProfessionalFoster ParentGrandparentProfessional EducatorProfessional OtherStudent (14-22)OtherOrganizationAre you an SESP (Eligible Special Education Decision Maker)?YesNoWhat 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 Language(Required)Chinese DialectCantoneseMandarinIs your family military-connected?(Required)YesNoWhat is your child's ethnicity?(Required)Hispanic or LatinoNot Hispanic or LatinoUndisclosedN/AWhat is your child's race?(Required)Caucasian/WhiteAfrican-American/BlackAmerican Indian/Native American/Alaskan Native (*Specify)AsianNative Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (*Specify)Two or more racesUndisclosedN/ASpecify child's raceChild's Age:(Required)Birth to 33-56-1112-1314-GraduationBeyond High School Graduation or Aged OutUndisclosedN/AChild's 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 IdentifiedDisability is suspected or not yet identifiedChild/Youth does not have a disabilityUndisclosedN/AChild's secondary disability:AutismDeafDeaf BlindnessDevelopmental delayEmotional DisturbanceHearing ImpairmentIntellectual DisabilityOrthopedic ImpairmentOther Health Impairment (ADD/ADHD)Specific Learning Disability (Dyslexia)Speech or Language ImpairmentVisual Impairment-Blindness\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n  URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/transition-to-adult-health-care/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T110000 DTSTAMP:20260107T202409Z CREATED:20260107T202409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T202409Z UID:10002344-1768903200-1768906800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP (in Vietnamese) 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. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-iep-1-20-26-vietnamese/ 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=UTC:20260120T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260120T180000 DTSTAMP:20260116T193541Z CREATED:20260116T193541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T193541Z UID:10002371-1768928400-1768932000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Charla con la Comunidad Latina DESCRIPTION:English:\n“A Folder for My IEP” During this presentation\, participants will have the opportunity to organize this important document into a folder\, and I will also share organization strategies to support them.\n\nSpanish:\n “UNA CARPETA PARA MI IEP.” Durante esta presentación\, los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de organizar este importante documento en una carpeta\, y también compartiré estrategias de organización para apoyarlos.\n\nTo join the session\, click on the link below:\nhttps://fcsn-org.zoom.us/j/88277539633?pwd=d7aqiZuaqXiIuObOH9nHt6G1t5VuUA.1\nMeeting ID: 882 7753 9633\nPasscode: 337859 URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/charla-con-la-comunidad-latina-1-20-26/ CATEGORIES:Families,Spanish 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:20260120T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T203000 DTSTAMP:20251222T154349Z CREATED:20251222T154349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T154349Z UID:10002328-1768935600-1768941000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Emergency Preparedness DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/emergency-preparedness/ 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:20260120T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T210000 DTSTAMP:20251211T214515Z CREATED:20251211T214515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T214515Z UID:10002314-1768935600-1768942800@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-1-20-26/ 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:20260121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T190000 DTSTAMP:20251204T182214Z CREATED:20251204T182151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T182214Z UID:10002006-1769018400-1769022000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Planificación de la Transición DESCRIPTION:Este taller se enfoca en la planificación de la transición para los estudiantes a medida que se acercan a la vida adulta. Hablaremos sobre los servicios de transición\, las metas postsecundarias (educación\, empleo y vida independiente) y cómo el IEP apoya los planes futuros del estudiante. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-transition-spanish-1-21-26/ 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:20260121T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T203000 DTSTAMP:20251211T214619Z CREATED:20251211T214619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T214619Z UID:10002315-1769020200-1769027400@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-1-21-26/ 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:20260122T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T203000 DTSTAMP:20251217T174520Z CREATED:20251217T174520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T174520Z UID:10002326-1769104800-1769113800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Developmental Childhood Trauma Training 1/22/26 DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342 URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/developmental-childhood-trauma-training-1-22-26/ LOCATION:Online Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T203000 DTSTAMP:20251211T214745Z CREATED:20251211T214745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T214745Z UID:10002317-1769106600-1769113800@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-1-22-26/ 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:20260123T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T120000 DTSTAMP:20260106T143927Z CREATED:20260106T143927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T143927Z UID:10002341-1769162400-1769169600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:P2P Listening & Learning - Spanish DESCRIPTION:Join Us to Become a Volunteer Support Parent!\nOur 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. \nWe are actively recruiting new volunteers who wish to join our program and become trained Support Parents. As a volunteer Support Parent you will provide two emotional support calls to another parent of a child with disabilities. \nDuring our Listening and Learning training\, we will provide details of our P2P matching program\, consider the emotional roads we travel as caregivers of children with disabilities and/or medical complexities\, and enhance our effective listening skills. \nFor more details on the P2P program\, please visit the P2P of MA web page. \nRegistration URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/p2p-listening-learning-spanish/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Parent-to-Parent,Other Languages ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/P2P-Woman-Phone-Banner-1000x500-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T113000 DTSTAMP:20260110T000420Z CREATED:20251211T141816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T000420Z UID:10002304-1769248800-1769254200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Special Education Surrogate Parent Online Orientation Training Part One 01/24/26 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-online-orientation-training-part-one-01-24-26/ 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:20260126T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T193000 DTSTAMP:20251215T172634Z CREATED:20251215T172634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T172634Z UID:10002324-1769452200-1769455800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Collaborative Data Collection DESCRIPTION:Host: MassPAC All-Access Pass\nThe IEP process\, including eligibility\, is based on data. Participants will learn how to collect and present valuable data to inform the IEP process\, incorporating student strengths\, interests\, and preferences.   \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/collaborative-data-collection-1-26-26/ 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:20260126T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T200000 DTSTAMP:20260125T204207Z CREATED:20260123T212157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T204207Z UID:10002376-1769453100-1769457600@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Family Action Meetups DESCRIPTION:Autism Housing Pathways/FCSN\nAutism Housing Pathways is now part of The Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN) \nEach monthly meeting comprises: \n\nA 15 minute overview of housing for people with developmental disabilities in Massachusetts.\nA brief video description of a housing model\, followed by 20-25 minutes of breakout groups.\nRepeat with a second housing model.\nParticipants have the option of joining a private io email group to discuss housing models and share information.  Let’s get to know one another!\n\nMeetings are held the 4th Monday of each month from 6:45pm to 8:00pm. \nCost $5.  (Free for AHP members) \nJoin Today! Individual membership provides access to the Members only section of this website\, which includes: \n\nFinancial spreadsheets and calculators\nBoilerplate legal documents\nDetailed descriptions of ownership models\nConsiderations for determining housing location\, design and construction\nConcrete steps to create a vision using self-determination\, person-centered planning\, and letters of intent\n\nAutism Housing Pathways is the host for these meetups and the io Group. Autism Housing Pathways\, Inc.\, its employees\, agents\, and directors are not liable for any claims and causes of action arising from errors or omissions by such parties\, or related to participation in AHP activities; in using information provided\, the user hereby releases and waives all claims of action against Autism Housing Pathways\, Inc.\, its employees\, agents\, and directors. For a complete legal disclaimer\, go to http://autismhousingpathways.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Legal_disclaimer_general.pdf \nRegister Below\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 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 BayCambridgeCantonCarlisleCarverCentervilleCharlemontCharlestownCharltonChathamChelmsfordChelseaCheshireChesterChesterfieldChicopeeChilmarkChinatownClarksburgClintonCohassetColrainConcordConwayCotuitCummaquidCummingtonDaltonDanversDartmouthDedhamDeerfieldDennisDennisportDevensDightonDorchesterDouglasDoverDracutDudleyDunstableDuxburyEast BostonEast BridgewaterEast BrookfieldEast LongmeadowEasthamEasthamptonEastonEdgartownEgremontErvingEssexEverettFairhavenFall RiverFalmouthFenwayFitchburgFloridaForestdaleFoxboroughFraminghamFranklinFreetownGardnerGeorgetownGilbertvilleGillGloucesterGoshenGosnoldGraftonGranbyGranvilleGreat BarringtonGreen HarborGreenfieldGrotonGrovelandHadleyHalifaxHamiltonHampdenHancockHanoverHanscom Airforce BaseHansonHardwickHarvardHarwichHatfieldHaverhillHawleyHeathHinghamHinsdaleHolbrookHoldenHollandHollistonHolyokeHopedaleHopkintonHubbardstonHudsonHullHuntingtonHyannisHyannisportHyde ParkIpswichJamaica 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)Preferred Phone NumberCell PhoneHome PhoneWork PhoneCell Phone(Required)Home Phone(Required)Work Phone(Required)Are you attending this event as a:(Required)Parent/CaregiverParent/ProfessionalFoster ParentGrandparentProfessional EducatorProfessional OtherStudent (14-22)OtherAre you an Eligible SESP?(Required)YesNoOrganizationWhat 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 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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. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-transition-1-27-26-vietnamese/ 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:20260127T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T130000 DTSTAMP:20251212T155205Z CREATED:20251212T145252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T155205Z UID:10002323-1769511600-1769518800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:January Webinar- Benefits of Mediation" with Myrto Flessas\, Coordinator of Mediation & Facilitation DESCRIPTION:Join us for the January Webinar- Benefits of Mediation” with Myrto Flessas\, Coordinator of Mediation & Facilitation \n\n\n\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/january-webinar-benefits-of-mediation-with-myrto-flessas-coordinator-of-mediation-facilitation/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:RTSC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Fotolia_23458077_XS-1000x500-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260127T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260127T193000 DTSTAMP:20251210T161524Z CREATED:20251204T182837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T161524Z UID:10002008-1769538600-1769542200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Habilidades Socioemocionales DESCRIPTION:Ene 27 Habilidades Socioemocionales\nAprenda qué es el aprendizaje socioemocional\, por qué es importante y como puede ayudar a su hijo a desarrollarlas\n\nSolo es necesario completar un registro. Esto le inscribirá automáticamente en todos los talleres incluidos en la formación «Primeros pasos hacia la educación especial».  URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/socialemotional-spanish-1-27-26/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac,Spanish END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T203000 DTSTAMP:20251211T214903Z CREATED:20251211T214903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T214903Z UID:10002318-1769538600-1769545800@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-1-27-26/ 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:20260128T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T110000 DTSTAMP:20260114T165842Z CREATED:20260109T172243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T165842Z UID:10002347-1769594400-1769598000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:RTSC SESP Coffee And Connections 01/28/26 DESCRIPTION:RTSC’s SESP Coffee And Connections\nAre you an SESP with active appointments? Come to our SESP group support sessions on Zoom!\nThis will be an open zoom meeting format with RTSC support staff facilitating conversations around general questions that are common among SESPs.\nFor questions\, contact us at rtsc@fcsn.org or (617) 399-8342. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/rtsc-sesp-coffee-and-connections-01-28-26/ 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:20260128T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T190000 DTSTAMP:20251204T183645Z CREATED:20251204T182333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T183645Z UID:10002007-1769623200-1769626800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Estrategias para la Reunión de IEP DESCRIPTION:En esta sesión\, las familias aprenderán estrategias prácticas para prepararse y participar de manera efectiva en las reuniones de IEP\, incluyendo cómo organizar sus inquietudes\, comunicarse con el equipo escolar y colaborar para desarrollar un IEP que responda a las necesidades de su hijo/a. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/strategies-iep-spanish-1-28-26/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac,Spanish 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:20260128T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T203000 DTSTAMP:20251211T215005Z CREATED:20251211T215005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T215005Z UID:10002319-1769625000-1769632200@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-1-28-26/ 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:20260128T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T210000 DTSTAMP:20260106T144229Z CREATED:20260106T144229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T144229Z UID:10002342-1769626800-1769634000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:P2P Listening & Learning - Spanish DESCRIPTION:Join Us to Become a Volunteer Support Parent!\nOur 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. \nWe are actively recruiting new volunteers who wish to join our program and become trained Support Parents. As a volunteer Support Parent you will provide two emotional support calls to another parent of a child with disabilities. \nDuring our Listening and Learning training\, we will provide details of our P2P matching program\, consider the emotional roads we travel as caregivers of children with disabilities and/or medical complexities\, and enhance our effective listening skills. \nFor more details on the P2P program\, please visit the P2P of MA web page. \nRegistration URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/p2p-listening-learning-spanish-2/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Parent-to-Parent,Other Languages ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/P2P-Woman-Phone-Banner-1000x500-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260129T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260129T193000 DTSTAMP:20251210T161559Z CREATED:20251204T183110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T161559Z UID:10002009-1769711400-1769715000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Desarrollo bilingüe en niños con discapacidades Desarrollo DESCRIPTION:Ene 29 Desarrollo bilingüe en niños con discapacidades Desarrollo\nSolo es necesario completar un registro. Esto le inscribirá automáticamente en todos los talleres incluidos en la formación «Primeros pasos hacia la educación especial».  URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/desarrollo-spanish-1-29-26/ CATEGORIES:Spanish,Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T203000 DTSTAMP:20251211T215100Z CREATED:20251211T215100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T215100Z UID:10002320-1769711400-1769718600@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-1-29-26/ 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:20260202T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T203000 DTSTAMP:20260113T193038Z CREATED:20260113T193038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T193038Z UID:10002354-1770057000-1770064200@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. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-ee-2-2-26/ 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:20260203T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T190000 DTSTAMP:20260128T191735Z CREATED:20251222T163109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T191735Z UID:10002331-1770141600-1770145200@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Talking Transition DESCRIPTION: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.\nSorry. This form is no longer available. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/talkingtransition-2-3-26/ CATEGORIES:Families,Youth/Young Adults,Transition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Federation-4color-HIGHRES.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260203T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260203T193000 DTSTAMP:20251210T161700Z CREATED:20251204T183350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T161700Z UID:10002010-1770143400-1770147000@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Derechos Basicos DESCRIPTION:Feb 03 Derechos Basicos\nUna 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.\n\nSolo es necesario completar un registro. Esto le inscribirá automáticamente en todos los talleres incluidos en la formación «Primeros pasos hacia la educación especial».  URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-spanish-2-3-26/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac,Spanish 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:20260203T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T203000 DTSTAMP:20260113T193340Z CREATED:20260113T193340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T193340Z UID:10002355-1770143400-1770150600@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. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-iep-2-3-26/ 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:20260204T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T203000 DTSTAMP:20260113T193738Z CREATED:20260113T193738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T193738Z UID:10002356-1770229800-1770237000@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. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/br-transition-2-4-26/ 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:20260205T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000 DTSTAMP:20260129T173653Z CREATED:20260127T181957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T173653Z UID:10002377-1770310800-1770314400@fcsn.org SUMMARY:What Makes a Good Neuropsychological Evaluation Report? DESCRIPTION:Connecting Families Series – February\nConectando 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 \nDescription \nNot all evaluations/reports are created equal. A high-quality neuropsychological evaluation assesses a broad range of cognitive\, academic\, social\, and emotional factors\, drawing on multiple information sources and both qualitative and quantitative data. Strong reports offer an integrated picture of strengths and weaknesses\, clarify diagnoses\, and include tailored\, actionable recommendations. This presentation will highlight key components of a thorough evaluation\, emphasizing behavioral observations\, integration of data\, and clear\, comprehensive reporting\, as well as identify and describe the factors that often impact the quality of a neuropsychological report. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenters:\nSean Hyde O’Brien\, Psy.D.\, ABPdN\, NESCA Pediatric Neuropsychologist\, Newton \nPediatric NeuropsychologistDr. O’Brien has been providing comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations in the Greater Boston area since 2006. He specializes in the assessment of children and adolescents who present with a wide range of developmental conditions\, such as Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder\, Specific Learning Disorder (reading\, writing\, math)\, Intellectual Disability\, and Autism Spectrum Disorder; as well as children whose cognitive functioning has been impacted by medical\, psychiatric\, and genetic conditions. He also has extensive experience working with children who were adopted both domestically and internationally. \nAlison Burns\, Ph.D.\, NESCA Pediatric Neuropsychologist\, Newton \nDr. Burns conducts comprehensive evaluations of school-aged children\, adolescents\, and young adults with a variety of developmental\, learning\, and emotional difficulties. She has expertise in the evaluation of individuals following a concussion/mild traumatic brain injury and particularly enjoys working with individuals with attention (ADHD) and executive functioning (EF) difficulties. Dr. Burns is passionate about helping individuals and their families better understand their areas of strength and weakness and provides tailored treatment recommendations based upon that unique profile to make the evaluation most helpful for each client. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This registration is for all Connecting Families presentations. You do not need to register for each one separately. URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/neuropsych-evals/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Families,Connecting Families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Nesca.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Federation for Children with Special Needs":MAILTO:info@fcsn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260205T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260205T193000 DTSTAMP:20251210T161717Z CREATED:20251204T183820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T161717Z UID:10002011-1770316200-1770319800@fcsn.org SUMMARY:Mesa Redonda DESCRIPTION:Feb 05 Mesa Redonda\nÚnase 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.\n\nSolo es necesario completar un registro. Esto le inscribirá automáticamente en todos los talleres incluidos en la formación «Primeros pasos hacia la educación especial».  URL:https://fcsn.org/zh/event/roundtable-spanish-2-5-26/ CATEGORIES:Families,Parent Training & Information Center,MassPac,Spanish ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fcsn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Fotolia_114775733_M-e1762993665120.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR