Events for April 2021 › Virtual Stream

¿Está considerando solicitar SSI para su familiar? Ven a este taller para conocer algunos consejos y trucos para el proceso de solicitud. Cuándo y cómo presentar la solicitud, los requisitos de elegibilidad y la mejor manera de hacer que el proceso sea menos estresante. Folleto De Evento

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. Event Flyer Folleto de Evento

Note: this is a four hour training. You must attend both sessions to be certified as a Parent Member. (second session April 15, 2021 5:00pm - 7:00 pm) This 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 […]

Talking about sexuality can be very challenging for all parents, 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 […]

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from March 9 – May 25th This six series parent training will provide information for families on how to promote children’s social and emotional skills, understand their problem behavior, and use positive approaches to help children learn appropriate behavior. The trainings are designed to give parents key strategies that may be […]

During this zoom meeting, we will talk about: Ideas for different way we can workout in and outside our homes Tips on our fitness activities and how we stay active Tips and learn which is right and wrong to eat to stay healthy. The meeting facilitator will be, Scott Sessions, Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Specialist […]

Join us to learn about graduation and exiting credential options for students with disabilities including: 4+1 Pathway, the appeals process, local diploma options, safety net options, the Superintendent Determination, the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential and the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential. Multiple graduation pathways allow for individual students' strengths, preferences and […]

Si usted es padre de un niño preescolar o un adolescente, la crianza de los hijos puede ser un reto, ya que los niños siguen aprendiendo de casa y tienen actividades sociales al aire libre limitadas. La Red de Apoyo Comunitario de WIHD organizó un foro para que los padres y los profesionales hablen sobre […]

Whether you are a parent of a preschooler or a teenager, parenting can be challenging as children continue to learn from home and have limited social/outdoor activities with winter here!   WIHD’s Community Support Network is hosting a discussion for parents and professionals to talk about address challenging behaviors.  Open to parents of Prek – […]

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 […]

In collaboration with Ossining Union Free School District Parents are integral partners in the special education process. Join this conversation as we explore how parents can effectively prepare for the annual review and be an effective member of the CSE. Learn about planning strategies, approaching differences of opinion, and keeping the focus on your child. […]

Una serie de seis entrenamientos que proporcionará información a las familias sobre cómo promover las habilidades sociales y emocionales, comprender el comportamiento y utilizar enfoques positivos para ayudar a los niños a aprender el comportamiento apropiado. Los entrenamientos están diseñados para dar a los padres estrategias clave que se puedan usar con niños menores de […]

Esta preparación en línea proporcionara a los padres de estudiantes con discapacidades información sobre el proceso de planificación de la transición de la escuela a la post-escuela. Las familias son aliados esenciales del distrito escolar y la colaboración con el equipo del comité de educación (CSE) es extremadamente importante para comprender completamente las consideraciones para […]

WIHD is excited to invite you to the Transition Thought Exchange, an initiative to support school districts in strategic planning and implementation for post-secondary transition for students with disabilities. As we emerge from a pandemic that has significantly impacted students with disabilities and their transition planning and experiences, it's even more critical. We are delighted that Yvette Goorevitch, Special Education […]

Hosted by Putnam Transition Consortium For Families and Students with an IEP or 504 Plan Supports and Resources for NOW and in the Future   Explore Putnam County Resources for education, recreation, training & employment, advocacy, and much more! Representatives from a variety of agencies will offer more information. Break out sessions will provide detailed […]

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from March 9 – May 25th This six series parent training will provide information for families on how to promote children’s social and emotional skills, understand their problem behavior, and use positive approaches to help children learn appropriate behavior. The trainings are designed to give parents key strategies that may be […]

This meeting will highlight one of our amazing self-advocate speakers, Claire Polin. Come hear her story, learn from her and find out more about this exciting project. The Speaker's Network are WIHD Self-Advocates willing to share their stories with other self advocates, families, agency partners and professionals. Speaker's Network participants work one-on-one with a coach […]

FOCUS: Self-Determination Skills Join us for a brief discussion on the importance of supporting the development of skills needed by students who will be transitioning to adult services, in order to help them to make choices and have a voice in planning their life after high school. Resources will be provided to recognize various adult […]

WIHD is excited to invite you to the Transition Thought Exchange, an initiative to support school districts in strategic planning and implementation for post-secondary transition for students with disabilities. As we emerge from a pandemic that has significantly impacted students with disabilities and their transition planning and experiences, it's even more critical. We are delighted that Yvette Goorevitch, Special Education […]

This workshop will provide families/parents and caregivers an overview of the process for developing an Individual Education Program (IEP) using a collaborative approach. The training provides a review of the areas of the IEP and the information that a parent, family and/or caregiver can share with the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) regarding their […]

In this workshop parents and families will gain an understanding of credit and regents exam requirements for graduation.  Specifically, participants will gain insight on self-determination and its relation to transition planning for graduation; different exiting credentials available in NYS; multiple pathways to meeting graduation requirements for all students; appeal eligibility criteria for Regents exam scores […]