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SUMMARY:Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Parents
DESCRIPTION:Parents and caretakers will be able to explain the importance of vocabulary instruction for their child in the elementary grades. Participants will also be able to describe ways to incorporate explicit instruction and vocabulary instruction in the home. Zoom links and additional materials will be shared following registration.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/explicit-vocabulary-instruction-for-parents-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200806T090000
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SUMMARY:Family Engagement: Communication and Culture Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is designed to introduce educators to concepts of communication and culture that impact the ways educators and educational organizations (EOs) interact with families. Some of the key ideas that will be discussed in the two-part webinar; ● Examine the role of communication in schooling and how culture influences the way we communicate in our respective roles (administrators\, teachers\, etc.). ● Explore the concept of culture & connect with the idea of Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education. ● Explore strategies for effective collaboration between families\, caregivers\, and schools to support students in the special education process. This workshop will consist of a live check-in via Zoom at 9 am and a live check-out via Zoom at 1 pm. Participants will watch two short videos and complete assignments by 2 pm in order to receive credit. Registered participants will receive all relevant links prior to the scheduled date. \nThursday\, August 6\, 2020 \n9:00 am – 2 pm \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-engagement-communication-and-culture-online-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Google Classroom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200810T110000
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SUMMARY:Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Parents
DESCRIPTION:Parents and caretakers will be able to explain the importance of vocabulary instruction for their child in the elementary grades. Participants will also be able to describe ways to incorporate explicit instruction and vocabulary instruction in the home. Zoom links and additional materials will be shared following registration.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/explicit-vocabulary-instruction-for-parents/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T003825
CREATED:20200730T112419Z
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SUMMARY:TRANSITION PLANNING FOR LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL: An Introduction to the Process for Families
DESCRIPTION:This free workshop will provide parents of students with disabilities with information on the school to post-school transition planning process.  Families are essential partners with the school district and collaboration with the Committee on Special Education (CSE) team is extremely important to fully understand considerations for successful career development and transition to adulthood.  The workshop will help parents to think about their children today\, their children in the future and the support required to help them achieve long-term goals after high school
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-for-life-after-high-school-an-introduction-to-the-process-for-families-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200812T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T003825
CREATED:20200730T120456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T120456Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Adult Services
DESCRIPTION:Participants will receive resources to aid in the promotion of self-determination with students throughout the transition planning process; recognize various adult service agencies and the different types of services available in NYS as well as the eligibility\, referral and application process for each. \nPresented by: Melinda Krafft & Veronique Dietrich\, Mid-Hudson Regional Partnership Center (RPC) and Joyce Hawk\, CSN/Hudson Valley School-Age Family And Community Engagement (FACE) Center; NYSED OSE Partnership \nRegister on Dutchess BOCES My Learning Plan/Frontline(CTLE credit available): \nhttps://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=10281&I=3512211 \n  \nNeed More Information? Send an Email to kimberly.cannon@dcboces.org
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/navigating-adult-services-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T003825
CREATED:20200810T163121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200810T170513Z
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SUMMARY:"Now What?  Back to School Discussion and Q&A"  (PreK – 12th grade)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for open discussion and Q&A about how you can best prepare your child for Fall! We will host two series in August\, on Tuesdays for families transitioning out of school and on Thursdays for families with children in school\, PreK-12th grade. \nCSN staff and our colleagues (including advocates\, self-direction brokers\, and more) will facilitate discussions to help you strategize about how to best support your child. We want to share what we have learned and create a space where we can learn from each other. Please join us to share what has been working for you\, where you are challenged\, and to learn what will help you as we move into Fall! \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/now-what-back-to-school-discussion-and-qa-prek-12th-grade/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T173000
DTSTAMP:20260503T003825
CREATED:20200807T151234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T210523Z
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SUMMARY:Want to know more about OPWDD eligibility and Self Direction?
DESCRIPTION:Attend an information session that will give you an overview about OPWDD and Self Direction. \nBring your questions about requirements for eligibility and the application process. Find out if Self Direction is right for your family and how to best utilize it. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/want-to-know-more-about-opwdd-eligibility-and-self-direction/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T153000
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SUMMARY:Talking about Sexuality with Your Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Talking about sexuality can be very challenging\, even more with your child with a developmental disability. This workshop will help you become more comfortable with topic by providing insights and strategies for communicating with your child and assessing appropriate developmental stages for addressing certain topics. This workshop is for family members of individuals with disabilities of all ages. \nClick Here for Event Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/talking-about-sexuality-with-your-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T003825
CREATED:20200810T163425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T120439Z
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SUMMARY:"Now What?  Back to School Discussion and Q&A"  (PreK – 12th grade)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for open discussion and Q&A about how you can best prepare your child for Fall! We will host two series in August\, on Tuesdays for families transitioning out of school and on Thursdays for families with children in school\, PreK-12th grade. \nCSN staff and our colleagues (including advocates\, self-direction brokers\, and more) will facilitate discussions to help you strategize about how to best support your child. We want to share what we have learned and create a space where we can learn from each other. Please join us to share what has been working for you\, where you are challenged\, and to learn what will help you as we move into Fall! \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/now-what-back-to-school-discussion-and-qa-prek-12th-grade-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T003825
CREATED:20200818T113724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T185304Z
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SUMMARY:SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME (SSI) BASICS
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering applying for SSI for your family member?  Come to this workshop to learn some tips and tricks to the application process.  When and how to apply\, the eligibility requirements and how to best make the process less stressful. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/social-security-income-ssi-basics/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200827T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200827T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T003825
CREATED:20200810T163609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200810T170753Z
UID:11746-1598526000-1598533200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:"Now What?  Back to School Discussion and Q&A"  (PreK – 12th grade)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for open discussion and Q&A about how you can best prepare your child for Fall! We will host two series in August\, on Tuesdays for families transitioning out of school and on Thursdays for families with children in school\, PreK-12th grade. \nCSN staff and our colleagues (including advocates\, self-direction brokers\, and more) will facilitate discussions to help you strategize about how to best support your child. We want to share what we have learned and create a space where we can learn from each other. Please join us to share what has been working for you\, where you are challenged\, and to learn what will help you as we move into Fall! \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/now-what-back-to-school-discussion-and-qa-prek-12th-grade-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200831T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200831T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T003825
CREATED:20200803T182724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200803T182724Z
UID:11722-1598864400-1598886000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Parent Member Training (part 1 & 2)
DESCRIPTION:Note: this is a four hour training with a two hour break in between. The sessions will be from 9 am-11 am\, then a 2 hour break (11 am-1 pm)\, then the second session from 1 pm-3 pm.  You must attend both sessions to be certified as a Parent Member. \nThis workshop (through Zoom) will provide an overview and best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process to educate parents and Parent Members and assist them to develop techniques and strategies to become effective members of the IEP team in their respective roles. This training is open to anyone interested in learning about the special education process\, or even as a refresher course on CPSE/CSE! \nParents or guardians whose child has or had an IEP in the last 5 years\, will receive a certificate for submission to their school district to serve as a Parent Member at CPSE/CSE meetings. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parent-member-training-part-1-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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