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SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices - Self Advocacy Group Meeting : Self Advocates Re-entering the Workforce after COVID
DESCRIPTION:Assemblyman Tom Abinanti will join the Hear Our Voices meeting. Don’t miss this great opportunity to hear Tom talk about Self Advocates Re-entering the Workforce after COVID. \nHOV Speaker’s Network – Adams Danos is a young self-advocate living with Autism. Adam strives to be as independent as possible and wants to live life on his own terms. He is also an avid New Orleans Saints fan and works in the electrical field. Adam is passionate about teaching others about employment barriers for people with disabilities. \n  \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-speakers-network-presents-adam-danos/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T181117
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SUMMARY:Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:The goals of this training are to ensure participants will recognize and identify: The definition of self-determination and its relation to determining individualized diploma and graduation options\, the credit requirements for graduation in NYS\, The Multiple Pathways to Graduation 4 + 1 Option requirements for all students\, the appeal eligibility criteria for all students\, the safety net option for students with disabilities and also the exiting credentials available in NYS and the requirements for each. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/diploma-and-credential-options-for-students-with-disabilities-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T203000
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SUMMARY:Transition Linkages Fair: The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Process & Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs)
DESCRIPTION:An Event for Parents\, Educators & Advocates to Learn More About\nAdult Services & Transition Planning\nHear from Representatives in Five Key Transition Areas Supporting Westchester County \nFive-Week Virtual Transition Series: \nWeek 1: Oct. 20th\, The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Process & Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs)\nWeek 2: Oct. 27th\, Day Programs\nWeek 3: Nov. 3rd\, Recreation & Respite\nWeek 4: Nov. 10th\, Employment & Prevocational Services\nWeek 5: Nov. 17th\, Transition & Inclusive Higher Education Programs \n  \nClick Here to Register\nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-linkages-fair/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T181117
CREATED:20211005T163518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T170729Z
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SUMMARY:Transition Thought Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Navigating Adult Services\nFor School district administrators and special educators: Join us for the second in a series of Transition Thought Exchange discussions to assist school districts in supporting their students and families in partnership with the Community Support Network. The October Thought Exchange will focus on opportunities for professional development for best practices to navigate adult services including OPWDD eligibility and information about Self-Direction services. Designed for District Directors\, Transition Coordinators and Special Education Team members to assure appropriate and timely adult service coordination. For questions contact:Yvette Goorevitch (Ygoorevitch@WIHD.org) \n  \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-thought-exchange-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T181117
CREATED:20210928T154127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T154127Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the IEP for Parents of Preschool Children
DESCRIPTION: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 child’s performance and disability related needs. \nParticipants will: \nUnderstand the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) process and your role within the process​ Identify the different components of the IEP​ Discuss how to develop relationships and practices that build home-school collaboration and support the student. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-the-iep-for-parents-of-preschool-children-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T181117
CREATED:20210928T151216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T151707Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Community Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Topic: What is a Parent Member?\n  \nSome parents may have been asked by their school district to attend a training to become a “Parent Member” of the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) or Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, but they aren’t really sure what that means\, what’s involved or why it may be beneficial to them. Come hear the answers to these questions and any others you may have. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/lunch-learn-community-conversations/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T181117
CREATED:20211007T145524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T175359Z
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SUMMARY:Planificación para Transición de Educación Especial PreEscolar a Kindergarten (CPSE a CSE) (Transition Planning from Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten (CPSE to CSE))
DESCRIPTION:Este taller apoyará a los padres mientras se preparan para la transición de su hijo de la educación especial preescolar al kindergarten. Los temas cubiertos incluyen: Entender las diferencias entre el Comité para la Educación Especial Preescolar (CPSE) y el Comité para la Educación Especial (CSE)\, entender el proceso de transición de CPSE a CSE\, aprender cómo ser un miembro activo del equipo de transición\, entender el propósito de un Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP). Este taller se llevará a cabo a través de ZOOM. *Por favor\, especifique si prefiere materiales en español y traducción al español para la sesión.* \nThis online training will support parents as they prepare for their child’s transition from preschool special education to kindergarten. Topics covered include: understanding the differences between Committee for Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee for Special Education (CSE)\, understanding the transition process from CPSE to CSE\, learning how to be an active member of the transition team\, understanding the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). *Please specify if you prefer Spanish-language materials and Spanish translation for the session. \n  \nIngrese aquí para registrarse
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/planificacion-para-transicion-de-educacion-especial-preescolar-a-kindergarten-cpse-a-cse-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T181117
CREATED:20210928T145503Z
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SUMMARY:Agency 101 – Connecting Individuals with Disabilities to Adult Services
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide an overview on the primary adult agency providers that are available in NYS and the different types of services they provide to support individuals with disabilities. Participants will receive resources to aid in the promotion of self-determination skills throughout the transition planning process to help students achieve positive post-secondary outcomes for employment\, continued learning and independent living. Join us to increase your knowledge of\, and connection with\, appropriate referral options and processes. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/agency-101-connecting-individuals-with-disabilities-to-adult-services-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T181117
CREATED:20210929T174402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T174735Z
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SUMMARY:Transition Linkages Fair: Day Programs
DESCRIPTION:An Event for Parents\, Educators & Advocates to Learn More About\nAdult Services & Transition Planning\nHear from Representatives in Five Key Transition Areas Supporting Westchester County \nFive-Week Virtual Transition Series: \nWeek 1: Oct. 20th\, The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Process & Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs)\nWeek 2: Oct. 27th\, Day Programs\nWeek 3: Nov. 3rd\, Recreation & Respite\nWeek 4: Nov. 10th\, Employment & Prevocational Services\nWeek 5: Nov. 17th\, Transition & Inclusive Higher Education Programs \n  \nClick Here to Register\nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-linkages-fair-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T181117
CREATED:20210820T142704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210820T142704Z
UID:13799-1635411600-1635433200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Parent Member Training
DESCRIPTION:Hudson Valley FACE Center\, in collaboration with the Lower Hudson Regional Partnership Center will be offering an opportunity for Parent Member Certification. Participants must attend the entire session to be certified. There will be a one hour break for lunch. This virtual workshop will provide an overview and best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process. Parents and Parent Members will learn 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! Any parent or guardian 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/virtual-parent-member-training/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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