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SUMMARY:Special Education 101: Training of the Parent Member
DESCRIPTION:Note: This is a four-hour training.  January sessions are 4-6 pm over 2 dates\, January 4 and January 11. Four hours must be completed to receive certification. \nWe offer our 4-hour Virtual Parent Member Training four times per year\, via Zoom. Participants will learn about the entire Committee for Special Education (CSE) process\, and those eligible can join committee meetings as a volunteer Parent Member. This is wonderful opportunity to build community in your district\, support other parents\, and learn more about the CSE process to support your own child! While this training is open to anyone who would like to learn more about special education\, parents 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. \nNote: This is a four-hour training.  January sessions are 4-6 pm over 2 dates\, January 4 and January 11. Four hours must be completed to receive certification. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/special-education-101-training-of-the-parent-member/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200847
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SUMMARY:Self-Advocates: Peer to Peer Discussion about Dating and Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Self-Advocates: Peer to Peer Discussion about Dating and Relationships \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/self-advocates-peer-to-peer-discussion-about-dating-and-relationships-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="WIHD%20Self%20Advocacy%20Group":MAILTO:mlevitz@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T133000
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SUMMARY:Special Education Task Force Lunch and Learn:  The Benefits and Basics of Assistive Technology for Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Click Here for Flyer and Registration: Lunch & Learn – The Benefits and Basic of Assistive Tech for Students with Disabilities
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/the-benefits-basics-of-assistive-technology-for-students-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200847
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SUMMARY:Planificación para Transición de Educación Especial PreEscolar a Kindergarten (CPSE a CSE)
DESCRIPTION:*** This training will be done in Spanish*** \nTransition Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten (CPSE to CSE) \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). \nPlanificación para Transición de Educación Especial PreEscolar a Kindergarten (CPSE a CSE) \nEste 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.* \nClick Here to Register/Ingresa Aquí Para Registrar
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/planificacion-para-transicion-de-educacion-especial-preescolar-a-kindergarten-cpse-a-cse-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200847
CREATED:20231215T011357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T011512Z
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SUMMARY:Future Planning Series: How Do We Pass The Torch?  Transition Planning in Preparation for Aging Series  Workshop 4 - Housing
DESCRIPTION:This 4- workshop series aims to provide caregivers with the directions for creating a transition plan for who next will be responsible for supporting their loved one. At the end of the workshop series\, the caregiver will have the knowledge to create a caregiver transition plan\, which will include the systems\, people and processes needed to successfully support their loved one so that they live life to the fullest. The process of transferring knowledge to new caregivers and circle of supporters will be an important aspect of the planning process. Our first workshop focuses on systems. Other workshops will cover people and staffing\, financial planning\, and housing. \nWorkshop 4: Housing \nNavigating the housing landscape is a priority in planning for the future of our loved ones with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Understanding the array of housing options and how to access them is an important part of the planning process. Join Michele Lawton and Musa Klebnikov of Special Needs Advisors LLC for a presentation of housing navigation. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/future-planning-series-how-do-we-pass-the-torch-transition-planning-in-preparation-for-aging-series-workshop-4-housing/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200847
CREATED:20240103T154711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T154711Z
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SUMMARY:"Hear Our Voices" Self-Advocacy Monthly Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:“Hear Our Voices” Self-Advocacy Monthly Group Meeting \nZoom Registration Link:  Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-self-advocacy-monthly-group-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="WIHD%20Self%20Advocacy%20Group":MAILTO:mlevitz@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T193000
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SUMMARY:New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA): Essential Information for Families of Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:This training is to educate families on the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) which is part of the NYS testing program that measures attainment of the State’s learning standards for students with the most severe disabilities in grades 3-8 and high school. Participants will learn about all State assessment options\, what the NYSAA test entails\, the eligibility and decision-making process\, graduation/student exit options and how it will affect a student’s post-secondary planning. \nZoom Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nysaa-essential-information-for-families-of-students-with-disabilities-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T113000
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SUMMARY:What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP) For Families of Preschool Students
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. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/what-is-an-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-of-preschool-students/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200847
CREATED:20231108T211709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T211915Z
UID:18118-1706263200-1706268600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA): Essential Information for Families of Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:This training is to educate families on the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) which is part of the NYS testing program that measures attainment of the State’s learning standards for students with the most severe disabilities in grades 3-8 and high school. Participants will learn about all State assessment options\, what the NYSAA test entails\, the eligibility and decision-making process\, graduation/student exit options and how it will affect a student’s post-secondary planning. \nZoom Registration Link:  Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nysaa-essential-information-for-families-of-students-with-disabilities-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200847
CREATED:20240103T215154Z
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UID:18245-1706637600-1706641200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Family Forum: Preparing for Your Child's Annual Review
DESCRIPTION: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. \nZoom Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-forum-preparing-for-your-childs-annual-review-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200847
CREATED:20231101T205504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T005512Z
UID:18103-1706688000-1706727600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:2024 ‘Virtual’ Transition Institute
DESCRIPTION:2024 CSN Transition Institute \nThis virtual\, free conference will be held on January 31- February 2\, 2024. There are over 30 speakers on a myriad of Transition Topics – everything from “What is a Transition Plan” to topics on Self-Direction\, Adult Services\, Supported Decision Making and Guardianship\, Employment\, and other pertinent topics. \n  \n>>Register here<<\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Support Network 2024 ‘Virtual’ Transition Institute\nJoin us for our Annual Transition Institute – covering topics including sessions on employment\, future planning\, and more!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nVisit our Annual Transition Institute website here and check out recordings from the 2021\, 2022\, and 2023 Transition Institutes.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/2024-virtual-transition-institute/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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