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SUMMARY:Pathways to Graduation:  Understanding Diploma Requirements\, Options\, Scoring and Commencement Credentials
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Minisink Valley Middle School (Library)\, 2320 Route 6\, Middletown\, NY  10940 \nPresenter:  Joyce Hawk\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis presentation will offer parents information about the requirements that need to be met in order for any student to graduate with a Regents or local diploma. The available pathway options to meet these requirements includes the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential\, which  can motivate students to stay in school and develop the skills necessary to succeed in a variety of career paths. Attendees will also be informed of the appeals process to determine if a student may graduate with a diploma using a lower score.  Additional scoring options for students with disabilities will be explained\, along with the criteria to request a review for graduation-level proficiency of those students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) who cannot meet the graduation standards through the existing options. \n(Generally for parents of youth in 8th grade or higher) \nFor more information contact Patricia Close-Irwin \nat pirwin@minisink.com or (845)355-5840 \n(Snow Date 4/11/18)
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/pathways-to-graduation-understanding-diploma-requirements-options-scoring-and-commencement-credentials/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T152634
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SUMMARY:Rockland County Resource and Transition Fair
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Rockland Community College Field House \nFor Families and Students of all ages with an IEP or 504 Plan (School Groups are Welcome).  Come meet representatives from a host of agencies available to support you in your transition from high school to the adult world.  Click here for Event Flyer. \nFor more information contact Dawn Kitz at dkitz@rboces.org or (845) 624-5833.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/rockland-county-resource-and-transition-fair/
LOCATION:Rockland Community College Field House\, 145 College Road\, Suffern\, NY\, 10901\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T193000
DTSTAMP:20260522T152634
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180312T170347Z
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SUMMARY:15th Annual Transition Linkages Fair - Westchester ARC
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Westchester ARC\, 265 Saw Mill River Road\, Hawthorne\, NY \nFor families\, educators and students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  Come meet representatives from a host of agencies available to support you in your transition from high school to the adult world.  Click here for Event Flyer. \nFor more information contact Carol Gearing at (914) 495-4620 or cgearing@arcwestchester.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/15th-annual-transition-linkages-fair-westchester-arc/
LOCATION:Arc of Westchester\, 265 Saw Mill River Road\, Hawthorne\, NY\, 10532\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T210000
DTSTAMP:20260522T152634
CREATED:20180405T195952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T185854Z
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SUMMARY:Transition Planning for Life after High School
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Wallkill Senior High School\, 90 Robinson Drive\, Walkill\, NY \nPresenter:  Joyce M. Hawk\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center\, and others \nMeet adult services representatives who promote the successful transition of young adults from school to living\, learning and working in their communities.  Workshop highlights include an overview of timeframes to apply for adult benefits which supplement income and offer medical coverage\, types of assistance for students with disabilities seeking competitive employment or vocational training\, eligibility guidelines of service systems\, legal processes for long term financial planning and decision making as well as key differences that can be expected in a college setting and the process to obtain accommodative services.  Click here for Event Flyer. \nTo register email Amanda Smith at asmith@wallkillcsd.k12.ny.us.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-for-life-after-high-school/
LOCATION:Wallkill Senior High School\, 90 Robinson Drive\, Wallkill\, NY\, 12589\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180413T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T152634
CREATED:20180205T195040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180205T195040Z
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SUMMARY:CPSE/CSE Parent Member Training
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Valhalla\, NY \nPresenters:  Laurie Levine\, Regional Special Education Training Specialist\, Lower Hudson RSE-TASC\, and Naomi Brickel\, Director\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis workshop is designed to provide CPSE and CSE Parent Members with a best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process and their role as a Parent Member that is consistent with State law and regulation. The goals of this training are for Parent Members to have a greater understanding of the role and requirements of a Parent Member and the special education process; and develop techniques and strategies to support the parent and fulfill the Parent Member role in a meeting.  Click here for Event Flyer. \nTo register contact sbellantoni@wihd.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/cpse-cse-parent-member-training-4/
LOCATION:Rockland BOCES\, 65 Parrott Road\, Building # 10\, West Nyack\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T110000
DTSTAMP:20260522T152634
CREATED:20180405T201007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T171443Z
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SUMMARY:Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) - What Does It Mean? How Is It Identified? What Is The “LRE” For My Child?
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Osborn School\, 10 Osborn Road\, Rye\, NY \nPresenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis presentation will help parents develop a better understanding of the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) requirement of the federal and state Special Education laws. Participants will be introduced to the New York State regulations and policies governing the Committee on Special Education’s determination of appropriate placement for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Further\, the group will role play as Committee on Special Education members to explore LRE.  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/least-restrictive-environment-lre-what-is-it-what-does-it-mean-for-my-child/
LOCATION:Osborn School\, 10 Osborn Road\, Rye\, NY\, 10580\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T193000
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Valley Central High School\, Montgomery\, NY \nPresenter:  Joyce Hawk\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis presentation will provide a brief overview of the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) testing program and the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential which is awarded upon exit from school\, accompanied by a Student Exit Summary.  Parents will learn how these documents identify a student’s level of achievement and independence utilizing skills that improve the ability of students to function in work settings and in the community.  (Generally for parents of children with severe disabilities who are eligible for the NYS Alternate Assessment).   \n  \nClick here for Event Flyer.  For more information contact Holly Siegel\, 9th/10th Grade Basic Skills Teacher\, Valley Central High School at holly.siegel@valleycentralschools.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-the-skills-and-achievement-commencement-credential/
LOCATION:Valley Central High School\, 1175 State Route 17K\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T203000
DTSTAMP:20260522T152634
CREATED:20180405T212359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T190022Z
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Children with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development \nPresenters:  Suzanne Peretz\, Janet Lowe & Barbara Kestenbaum\, Lower Hudson Early Childhood Direction Center \nEarly childhood educators are usually the first ones to notice developmental issues in young children.  We will review developmental expectations and possible “red flags” showing possible delays.  We will also introduce you to steps that could be taken if you suspect a child of having a developmental delay\, how to speak with parents about your concerns\, what happens once a referral is made\, and what services are available if the young child is found to be eligible.  You will also learn terms and initials used in the world of special education.  Click here for Event Flyer. \nCost $10 CCCW members  $20 non-members \nFor more information contact Dana Doyle at danad@cccwny.org or (914) 761-3456\, ext. 113
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/an-introduction-to-children-with-special-needs/
LOCATION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom \, Valhalla\, NY\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Lower%20Hudson%20Early%20Childhood%20Direction%20Center":MAILTO:jlowe@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260522T152634
CREATED:20180416T175626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T175626Z
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SUMMARY:WIHD Self Advocacy Group Meeting - Tips and Tools for Good Cooking
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development \nDiscussion Leader:  Jack Levitz\, restauranteur \nDiscussion will include the steps in how to plan and prepare the kinds of foods that we like eating ourselves and can share with our families and friends.  We will learn more about essential and easy-to-use kitchen tools and some important items to have on hand when cooking.  by attending this meeting\, we will find out about how to cook safely\, cook health and have fun cooking.  Everyone will have a chance to talk about their favorite foods and share experiences in planning\, cooking and serving meals.  Click here for Event Flyer. \nIf you are planning on attending\, please contact  Mitchell Levitz at (914) 493-8119 or mlevitz@wihd.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/wihd-self-advocacy-group-meeting-tips-and-tools-for-good-cooking/
LOCATION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom \, Valhalla\, NY\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T173000
DTSTAMP:20260522T152634
CREATED:20180103T190217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180423T165257Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Your Child's Individualized Education Program (IEP)
DESCRIPTION:Location:  JV Forrestal School (Library)\, 125 Liberty Street\, Beacon\, NY \nPresenter:  Joyce Hawk\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis presentation will provide a review of the language and type of information that goes in each section of an Individualized Education Program (IEP); who contributes information; how progress is monitored and how the student’s needs of concern to the parent\, are considered throughout the process. A tool that can be used to include the student’s voice during the development of the IEP will also be highlighted.  Click here for Event Flyer. \nSponsored by Beacon City School District’s IEP/504 Parent Support Group. \nFor more information contact Lionel Lutley\, Meeting Facilitator\, at lionel.lutley@yahoo.co.uk or (845) 559-4337.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-your-childs-individualized-education-program-iep/
LOCATION:JV Forrestal School (Library)\, 125 Liberty Street\, Beacon\, NY\, 12508\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180428T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260522T152634
CREATED:20180416T185725Z
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SUMMARY:Putnam Early Education Partnership (PEEP) - Fifth Annual Spring Into Learning Conference for Early Childhood Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Location:  George Fischer Middle School\, 281 Fair Street\, Carmel\, NY \nPresenter:  Dr. Rowena Talusan-Dunn\, Phd ATR CAT Clinical Art Therapist\, Special Education Art Therapy Teacher \nThis workshop will provide early childhood participants with:  research based information on creativity development and sensory input\, hands-on practical experience exploring specific art techniques to promote relaxation and positive coping mechanisms for children\, and therapeutic arts for the special needs child.  Click here for Event Brochure and Registration. \nFee:  $15.00 per participant
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/putnam-early-education-partnership-peep-fifth-annual-spring-into-learning-conference-for-early-childhood-professionals/
LOCATION:George Fischer Middle School\, 281 Fair Street\, Carmel\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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