Westchester Institute for Human Development

Transition Planning for Life after High School
2019-02-26 09:30 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | PEARLS Hawthorne School, 350 Hawthorne Avenue, Yonkers, 10705, United States
Location: PEARLS Hawthorne School, 350 Hawthorne Avenue, Yonkers, NY
Speaker: Stephanie Bellantoni, Outreach Coordinator, Community Support Network at WIHD
This presentation will give parents an overview of how planning for their child’s transition to adulthood is incorporated into the IEP at age 15. Parents will learn how future goals will be identified and how needed transition activities to reach those goals can be provided to the student. The importance of parent involvement and the student’s participation in the transition planning process will be discussed. Click here for Event Flyer.

Fall Fun Fest: Celebrating Abilities
2019-10-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Westchester Institute for Human Development, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West), 1st Floor Boardroom , Valhalla, NY, NY, 10595, United States
Join us as we raise funds for our vital services and programs, and celebrate the entirety of the WIHD family.
Refreshments • Events • Entertainment
On the Oval / Cedarwood Hall / Valhalla, NY
Rain or Shine
There are THREE ways to participate in this year’s event.
We hope you will consider participating in one, two or all three ways!
(REGISTER, DONATE, SPONSOR)
REGISTER TO STROLL OR ROLL
Join us “on the oval” in front of Cedarwood Hall to Stroll or Roll! For each lap you complete, you will receive a ticket towards a drawing for a prize. The more laps you stroll or roll, the more chances you have to win!
To register, please visit: https://bit.ly/2lvVNJ1
*Registration must be completed by September 16th to guarantee your t-shirt size.
You may register in two ways:

Individual/Family Stroll or Roll Registration

Individual registration ($35)
Family registration ($100) includes two adults and children under 18.

Stroll or Roll Registration with $100 Fundraising Commitment
Free registration for the commitment to raise $100 for WIHD.

*You may also register at the event on October 6th.

DONATE
You can also make a donation to WIHD or donate to a team! We have five teams this year, representing each of the 4 floors at WIHD, and the WIHD Board of Directors. To make a donation, please visit the “Make a Donation or Donate to a Team” tab on the registration homepage, or visit: https://bit.ly/2ktpvhw.
If you have a friend or family member at WIHD, and would like to donate to their team, please ask them their floor number and be sure to click on that team name to donate!

SPONSOR
You can also sponsor the Fall Fun Fest! If you or your company are interesting in sponsoring this years event, please visit https://bit.ly/2YkfENT for the different levels or sponsorship!

Thank you to our wonderful sponsors!

Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Autism Directory Service, Inc.

RJC Wealth Management

Be sure to add this event to your calendar! We can’t wait to see you there.

Student Self-Advocacy: Empowering Students to Take the Lead in Their CSE and 504 Meetings
2019-12-03 18:00 - 20:00 | WIHD Auditorium, Cedarwood Hall Auditorium, Valhalla, NY, 10595, United States
Location: Westchester Institute for Human Development 20 Hospital Oval W Valhalla, NY 10595
The Lower Hudson Special Education Task Force is proud to present
We welcome students, families, school staff, attorneys, advocates and anyone who supports students with disabilities to join us for a program which will explore strategies to equip students with disabilities to take an active role in the development of their educational programs and plans.
Students are critical members of Committees on Special Education (CSE) and Section 504 Committees, and their voices are valuable. All students, regardless of age or disability, can play an important role in the development of their own Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan. This program will address: student self-determination; how parents can speak to their children about their disabilities; and barriers and solutions to self-directed IEPs/504 Plans (including the use of an interactive tool to help students prepare for their meetings). We will show video clips featuring students who planned and led self-directed IEP/504 meetings and have a facilitated discussion among attendees.
(Registration opens at 5:30 p.m.)
WHERE: Note: There is a fee for parking
Click HERE to RSVP
If you have problems registering, please call: 845.228.7457 x1108 or email jbaumann@putnamils.org
Sponsored by: The Lower Hudson Valley Special Education Task Force
www.wilc.org www.putnamils.org www.parenttip.org
Event Flyer

OT, PT, Speech… Understanding the Purpose & Delivery of Related Services
2019-12-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Oak Grove Elementary School, 40 Kerr Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY
OT, PT, Speech… Understanding the Purpose & Delivery of Related Services
Location: Oak Grove Elementary School, 40 Kerr Rd., Poughkeepsie

This FREE workshop will provide information on the basic procedures for the recommendation of different types of related services; how the focus of services can change from preschool through school-age grade levels; types of accommodations/modifications; what happens when a related service session is missed; and tips on how families can provide information and advocate effectively for their children.
REGISTER online by 12/2/19
https://forms.gle/YU6o3bvjuG19GMHY7
For more information email: rfbadvocacy@gmail.com or call 845-891-1305
Event Flyer

CANCELLED – Talking to Our Children About Learning Differences – Promoting Self Awareness and Self Determination
2019-12-05 19:00 - 21:00
CANCELLED

Location: Katonah Lewisboro

Hear Our Voices: Annual Holiday Party
2019-12-16 18:00 - 20:00 | WIHD, Cedarwood Hall, Boardroom, 20 Plaza West, Valhalla, NY, 10595, United States
Celebrate the Holiday Season and Plan Meetings and Activities for 2020
ACTIVITIES:

¯Welcoming Remarks and Introductions of Self-advocates, Families and Staff
¯ Meet, Mingle and Join the Fun
¯ Holiday Party Buffet
¯ Planning our 2020 Meetings and Activities

The Hear Our Voices self advocacy group at WIHD supports individuals with developmental disabilities in learning useful information to lead a more independent and self-directed life. Please share this announcement with others who may wish to join our group. All are welcome!
If you plan on attending, please RSVP by Monday December 9th to: Mitchell Levitz at (914) 493-8119 or email: mlevitz@wihd.org
Event Flyer

Transitioning from Preschool to Kindergarten
2020-01-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Mohansic Elementary School, 704 Locksley Road, Yorktown Heights, NY, 10598
The Yorktown Central School District invites parents of children who are transitioning from the Committee on Preschool Special Education to kindergarten next fall to learn about services available for school-age children with special needs. This transition night will feature a panel of speakers, including several staff members from our elementary schools.
The more you know about what comes next, the better you will be able to participate as a partner with the school district and its service providers on behalf of your child.
You will learn more about:

Your child’s educational rights to appropriate services and supports
Comparison of CPSE, CSE and Building Level services and programs, including Section 504
Committee on Special Education members’ roles and responsibilities
Classifications and IEP development
School-age continuum of service
Laws and regulations

Contact: For additional information or questions please contact Lisa Camia call 914-243-8000 x18602 or email lcamia@yorktown.org

*Snowdate: Tuesday, January 21 (time and location are the same as above)

Transitioning from Preschool to Kindergarten (SNOW DATE from 1/14 if needed)
2020-01-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Mohansic Elementary School, 704 Locksley Road, Yorktown Heights, NY, 10598
The Yorktown Central School District invites parents of children who are transitioning from the Committee on Preschool Special Education to kindergarten next fall to learn about services available for school-age children with special needs. This transition night will feature a panel of speakers, including several staff members from our elementary schools.
The more you know about what comes next, the better you will be able to participate as a partner with the school district and its service providers on behalf of your child.
You will learn more about:

Your child’s educational rights to appropriate services and supports
Comparison of CPSE, CSE and Building Level services and programs, including Section 504
Committee on Special Education members’ roles and responsibilities
Classifications and IEP development
School-age continuum of service
Laws and regulations

Contact: For additional information or questions please contact Lisa Camia call 914-243-8000 x18602 or email lcamia@yorktown.org

*Snowdate: from Tuesday, January 14 IF NEEDED

Understanding Your Child's IEP (in English and Spanish)
2020-01-22 16:30 - 18:00 | Uriah Hill Elementary School, 980 Pemart Ave, Peekskill, NY, 10566
Location: Parent Center at Uriah Hill Elementary School, 980 Pemart Ave, Peekskill, NY
Understanding Your Child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP)
This 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 a student’s needs of concern to a parent, are considered throughout the process. A tool that can be used to include the student’s voice during the development of the IEP is also highlighted.

Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
2020-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | monroe-woodbury, 199 Dunderberg Road, Central Valley, NY, 10917, United States
Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
This presentation will provide parents with a broad understanding of what is typically discussed during a child’s annual review meeting with the Committee on Special Education (CSE), which reviews the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and its effectiveness, resulting in recommendations for the upcoming school year. Specific tips on how to be better prepared to effectively participate in this discussion will be provided. Problem-solving strategies to address concerns will also be suggested to help parents work with their school team to achieve positive outcomes.
Location:
Monroe Woodbury Middleschool LIBRARY
199 Dunderberg Road
Central Valley, NY 10917

Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
2020-01-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Irvington MS/HS, 40 North Broadway, Irvington, NY, 10533, United States
Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
This presentation will provide parents with a broad understanding of what is typically discussed during a child’s annual review meeting with the Committee on Special Education (CSE), which reviews the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and its effectiveness, resulting in recommendations for the upcoming school year. Specific tips on how to be better prepared to effectively participate in this discussion will be provided. Problem-solving strategies to address concerns will also be suggested to help parents work with their school team to achieve positive outcomes.

Location: Irvington MS/HS 40 North Broadway, Irvington, NY (CPR room in the back of the high school library)

Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
2020-01-22 19:00 - 21:00
Location: Irvington
Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
This presentation will provide parents with a broad understanding of what is typically discussed during a child’s annual review meeting with the Committee on Special Education (CSE), which reviews the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and its effectiveness, resulting in recommendations for the upcoming school year. Specific tips on how to be better prepared to effectively participate in this discussion will be provided. Problem-solving strategies to address concerns will also be suggested to help parents work with their school team to achieve positive outcomes.

Transition from CPSE to CSE Going to Kindergarten (Presentation will be in English and Spanish)
2020-01-27 17:00 - 19:00 | John F. Kennedy Magnet School, 40 Olivia Street, Port Chester, NY, 10573
Transition from CPSE to CSE Going to Kindergarten (Presentation will be in English and Spanish)
This workshop will be presented in English and Spanish for parents of children who are transitioning from the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) to the Committee on Special Education (CSE).
Attendees will learn about: CSE Process and timelines, Similarities and differences between CPSE and CSE, Roles and responsibilities of CSE members and parent rights, Evaluations, eligibility and the individualized education program (IEP), Continuum of services in CSE & Districtwide support & services, Current federal and state regulations.
Port Chester Public School District is collaborating and has invited the Community Support Network from the Westchester Institute for Human Development (WIHD) which is Hudson Valley’s resource for individuals with disabilities, their families, and the professionals supporting them.

Location: John F. Kennedy Magnet School, 40 Olivia Street, Port Chester NY 10573

RSVP: To register or for additional information please call or email Alison Mancheno at (914) 934-7927 or cpseportchester@pcrufsd.org

The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
2020-01-27 17:00 - 19:00
The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
This session will offer parents preparing for their child’s transition from preschool to kindergarten and school-age special education services. Topics covered include: legal entitlements to appropriate services and supports in the least restrictive environment, comparison of Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE) services and programs, CSE members’ roles and responsibilities, disability classifications and IEP development, and services available through special education during elementary school years and beyond.
Location: Port Chester-Rye District

The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
2020-01-28 17:30 - 19:30
The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
This session will offer parents preparing for their child’s transition from preschool to kindergarten and school-age special education services. Topics covered include: legal entitlements to appropriate services and supports in the least restrictive environment, comparison of Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE) services and programs, CSE members’ roles and responsibilities, disability classifications and IEP development, and services available through special education during elementary school years and beyond.
Location: Pearl River- South Orange

Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
2020-01-28 19:00 - 21:00
Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
This presentation will provide parents with a broad understanding of what is typically discussed during a child’s annual review meeting with the Committee on Special Education (CSE), which reviews the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and its effectiveness, resulting in recommendations for the upcoming school year. Specific tips on how to be better prepared to effectively participate in this discussion will be provided. Problem-solving strategies to address concerns will also be suggested to help parents work with their school team to achieve positive outcomes.
Location: Blind Brook District

Talking To Our Children About Their Learning Differences: Promoting Self-Awareness and Self-Determination
2020-01-29 17:30 - 19:30 | C.J. Hooker Middle School, Auditorium, 41 Lincoln Avenue, Goshen, NY, 10924
Talking To Our Children About Their Learning Differences: Promoting Self-Awareness & Self-Determination
This presentation will allow participants to engage in discussions with your child about their disability or learning differences, with a positive eye toward self-awareness and self-determination. The workshop will explore tools to support students in expressing themselves as a member of their CSE, so as to develop a quality IEP that respects and accommodates unique individual needs.
Location:
C.J. Hooker Middle School, Auditorium
41 Lincoln Avenue
Goshen, NY 10924
Please register by 1/23/20 here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6rbvieghzlTRur6s8AYvzF4sFy9Fuk-7pffLpMshoNY0ndw/viewform
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“You Need To Calm Down” Helping Young Children Learn ... HOW?
2020-02-04 11:30 - 13:30 | Independent Living, Inc., 5 Washington Terrace, Newburgh, NY, 12550, United States
“You Need To Calm Down” Helping Young Children Learn … HOW?
This FREE workshop geared toward parents and professionals of children in Pre-School through 5th Grade, will provide practical information to support young children’s awareness of their own reactions to help decrease challenging behaviors and increase self-confidence. Participants will learn hands-on strategies to use Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Applied Behavior Analysis to:
· Help children of all abilities to accept their thoughts and feelings, understand their values and commit to a new action
· Use mindfulness at home and in the classroom to improve focus and self-regulation
· Manage their own behavior during challenging situations
Independent Living, Inc.
5 Washington Terrace, Newburgh, 12550, (Please park in Delano Hitch Park on Washington St.)
*Feel free to bring your lunch

REGISTER online by 1/30/20
https://forms.gle/Ts6QqmcFdFiGKnav8
For more information email: rfbadvocacy@gmail.com or call 845-891-1305
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SNOW Date: 2/5, 11:30 If Needed

Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting (in English and Spanish)
2020-02-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Uriah Hill Elementary School, 980 Pemart Ave, Peekskill, NY
Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
This presentation will provide parents with a broad understanding of what is typically discussed during a child’s annual review meeting with the Committee on Special Education (CSE), which reviews the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and its effectiveness, resulting in recommendations for the upcoming school year. Specific tips on how to be better prepared to effectively participate in this discussion will be provided. Problem-solving strategies to address concerns will also be suggested to help parents work with their school team to achieve positive outcomes.
Location: Location: Parent Center at Uriah Hill Elementary School, 980 Pemart Ave, Peekskill, NY

Aging Out - Film Screening and Panel Discussion
2020-02-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Chappaqua Performing Arts Center, 480 Bedford Road, Chappaqua, NY, 10514
Location: Chappaqua Performing Arts Center, 480 Bedford Road, Chappaqua, NY 10514
Sponsored by the Town of New Castle’s Every Person is Connected committee, and hosted by WIHD Community Support Network!
This important film and panel discussion with the filmmaker and representatives from many local advocacy groups will be discussing the dire need for appropriate adult supports and services for individuals with significant intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The panel will discuss the issues and our collective concerns about the 2020 NYS Budget and Medicaid cuts, which will impact all of our communities.
Assemblymen Tom Abinanti will provide an overview of the budget.
This event is FREE but registration is required:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aging-out-a-film-and-panel-discussion-about-adult-services-and-medicaid-cuts-tickets-91333405675?fbclid=IwAR3fXHbWQa5Z4ZqZUiN-2oBkvJXPL6s3ANmGNuDQBSDrXrghHpgMFluDInk

Talking To Our Children About Their Learning Differences: Promoting Self-Awareness and Self-Determination
2020-02-12 19:30 - 21:30 | White Plains High Schol, 550 North Street, White Plains, NY, 10605
Location: WHITE PLAINS HIGH SCHOOL, Media Center, 550 North Street | White Plains, NY 10605
Talking To Our Children About Their Learning Differences:Promoting Self-Awareness & Self-Determination
This presentation will allow participants to engage in discussions with your child about their disability or learning differences, with a positive eye toward self-awareness and self-determination. The workshop will explore tools to support students in expressing themselves as a member of their CSE, so as to develop a quality IEP that respects hand accommodates unique individual needs.
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Preparing for an Annual Review
2020-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 | The Bronxville School, 177 Pondfield Road, Bronxville, NY, 10708
Location: Multi-Purpose Room, The Bronxville School, 177 Pondfield Road, Bronxville, NY 10708
Preparing for an Annual Review
Get ready for your meeting with the Bronxville School District Committee on Special Education (CSE) to review your child’s IEP or 504 for the 2020-2021 School Year. Know what to prepare. Know what questions to ask. You are your child’s most important advocate
Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
This presentation will provide parents with a broad understanding of what is typically discussed during a child’s annual review meeting with the Committee on Special Education (CSE), which reviews the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and its effectiveness, resulting in recommendations for the upcoming school year. Specific tips on how to be better prepared to effectively participate in this discussion will be provided. Problem-solving strategies to address concerns will also be suggested to help parents work with their school team to achieve positive outcomes.
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Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
2020-02-27 15:30 - 17:15 | The Brookside School, 11 Tanhouse Brook Road, Cottekill, NY, 12419
Location:
The Brookside School, 11 Tanhouse Brook Road, Cottekill, New York 12419
This session will offer parents preparing for their child’s transition from preschool to kindergarten and school-age special education services. Topics covered include: legal entitlements to appropriate services and supports in the least restrictive environment, comparison of Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE) services and programs, CSE members’ roles and responsibilities, disability classifications and IEP development, and services available through special education during elementary school years and beyond.
Be sure to reserve your place at this workshop specifically designed to give you valuable information and resources to effectively advocate for your child’s needs.
To confirm your attendance please call Brookside School at 845-687-7250 and leave a message with your name and number of attendees and indicate if you need childcare or send in the sheet below (in the event flyer)
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The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
2020-03-03 09:30 - 11:30, 2020-03-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Uriah Hill Elementary School, 980 Pemart Ave, Peekskill, NY
Location: Parent Center at Uriah Hill Elementary School, 980 Pemart Ave, Peekskill, NY
The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
This session will offer parents preparing for their child’s transition from preschool to kindergarten and school-age special education services. Topics covered include: legal entitlements to appropriate services and supports in the least restrictive environment, comparison of Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE) services and programs, CSE members’ roles and responsibilities, disability classifications and IEP development, and services available through special education during elementary school years and beyond.
Event flyer – English
Event Flyer – Spanish

My Child with Disabilities as part of the Community
2020-03-04 16:00 - 18:00 | Uriah Hill Elementary School, 980 Pemart Ave, Peekskill, NY
Location: Parent Center at Uriah Hill Elementary School, 980 Pemart Ave, Peekskill, NY
Topic Description: TBD

Ready, Set, Go to College!
2020-03-10 08:45 - 13:00 | Dutchess Community College James and Betty Hall Theatre / Dutchess Hall, 53 Pendell Road, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States
Location: Dutchess Community College, James and Betty Hall Theatre/Dutchess Hall, 53 Pendell Road, Poughkeepsie 12601
This workshop is for high school students with an IEP or 504 Plan; their parents/guardians; school personnel and any others involved in the college planning process.

Registration is required by March 4th
Contact: Freya Bomba fbomba@acsdny.org
845-486-4860 x 31101
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Snow Date Thursday, March 12, 2020 if needed

The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
2020-03-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Irvington MS/HS, 40 North Broadway, Irvington, NY, 10533, United States
Location: Irvington MS/HS 40 North Broadway, Irvington, NY (CPR room in the back of the high school library)
This session will offer parents preparing for their child’s transition from preschool to kindergarten and school-age special education services. Topics covered include: legal entitlements to appropriate services and supports in the least restrictive environment, comparison of Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE) services and programs, CSE members’ roles and responsibilities, disability classifications and IEP development, and services available through special education during elementary school years and beyond.

The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
2020-03-12 09:30 - 11:00 | Blind Brook Middle School High School, 840 King Street, Rye Brook, NY, 10573, United States
Location: Bruno M. Ponterio Ridge Street School Cafeteria, 390 North Ridge Street • Rye Brook, NY 10573
The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
This session will offer parents preparing for their child’s transition from preschool to kindergarten and school-age special education services. Topics covered include: legal entitlements to appropriate services and supports in the least restrictive environment, comparison of Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE) services and programs, CSE members’ roles and responsibilities, disability classifications and IEP development, and services available through special education during elementary school years and beyond.
Guest Speakers:
Harry Burg Director of Pupil Personnel Services
Nicole Hirschler Committee on Preschool Special Education Chairperson/ School Psychologist
Kristy Leader Early Childhood Direction Center Westchester Institute for Human Development
Please RSVP to Nicole Hirschler by March 5th Nicole Hirschler at 914-937-3600 ext.3064 nhirschler@blindbrook.org
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Extracurricular Activities during the school year and summer - canceled
2020-03-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Uriah Hill Elementary School, 980 Pemart Ave, Peekskill, NY
Location: Parent Center at Uriah Hill Elementary School, 980 Pemart Ave, Peekskill, NY

Description: TBD
