Events for May 2026 › Virtual Stream

Participants will be able to explain why vocabulary instruction is important for elementary-aged children and identify practical ways to incorporate both explicit instruction and vocabulary building activities at home. Zoom Registration: Click Here

Participants will learn about self-determination skills and its relation to students determining an individualized pathway to graduation from multiple options. Credit and diploma requirements, the appeal eligibility criteria for all students, and safety-net options for students with disabilities will be reviewed. Learn how earning a Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential is beneficial […]

Please note this training will be held in person at: Rockland BOCES, 65 Parrott Rd, West Nyack, NY 10994. This in person training is intended to assist parents and family members, in understanding the special education process through education laws and regulation. In addition you will receive a better understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the […]

Please join us for a workshop on OPWDD services and eligibility. The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Through this workshop you will learn about the range of OPWDD services available to you and your loved one, and […]

Learn about OPWDD’s self-direction services which allows for more choice in OPWDD-funded supports and services. The individual must be eligible for OPWDD services and participating in Care Management services through a Care Coordination Organization (CCO) to be approved for self-direction. Therefore, it is recommended that you first attend a workshop on OPWDD eligibility if the […]

In this workshop we will present instruments and methods used to support loved ones with disabilities in making choices as they approach the age of adulthood. Supported Decision-Making (SDM),Guardianship, and other Alternatives Many parents and caregivers have questions about how best their loved one with intellectual and developmental disabilities may be supported in making decisions […]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health conditions continue to affect many students and impact their education. According to the CDC, nearly 1 in 5 children ages 3 to 17 (21%) will have been diagnosed with a mental, emotional, or behavioral health condition in their educational career. Some school districts offer therapeutic or emotional […]

Applying for Guardianship: Requirements and Process This workshop is intended for individuals who have already attended our monthly Supported Decision Making, Guardianship, and other Alternatives workshop, and have determined that guardianship is the most appropriate alternative. We will review the process of putting together a petition for guardianship and the documentation requirements. Zoom Registration: Click […]

Applying for Guardianship: Requirements and Process This workshop is intended for individuals who have already attended our monthly Supported Decision Making, Guardianship, and other Alternatives workshop, and have determined that guardianship is the most appropriate alternative. We will review the process of putting together a petition for guardianship and the documentation requirements. Zoom Registration: Click […]