Westchester Institute for Human Development

Preparing for an Annual Review
2020-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 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.
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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

CSN Facebook Live! Kick-off Event
2020-03-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Facebook Live event
Join us for the first Facebook Live event. CSN Director, Naomi Brickel will share details and information about future events and helpful resources.

Pathways to Graduation - Canceled
2020-03-24 19:00 - 21:00
Canceled
Location: Location TBD – Hendrick Hudson
Pathways to Graduation: Understanding Diploma Requirements, Options, Scoring and Commencement Credentials
(Generally for parents of youth in 8th grade or higher)
This 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.

Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services- Canceled
2020-03-25 17:30 - 19:30 | C.J. Hooker Middle School, Auditorium, 41 Lincoln Avenue, Goshen, NY, 10924
Canceled
Location: C.J. Hooker Middle School, Auditorium, 41 Lincoln Avenue, Goshen, NY 10924
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.
For information and to register, visit www.gcsny.org
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Westchester ARC Transition Linkages Fair - Canceled
2020-03-31 16:30 - 19:30 | Arc of Westchester, 265 Saw Mill River Road, Hawthorne, NY, 10532, United States
Canceled

Location: ARC of Westchester, 265 Saw Mill River Road, Hawthorne, NY 10532

An Event for Parents, Educators & Advocates to Learn More About Adult Services & Transition Planning
This is a FREE event for Parents, Educators, Advocates and Professionals to learn more about Adult Services & Transition Planning
This event is suggested for professionals and families of transition age young adults (14-25 years old). This fair is appropriate for those who are interested in learning more about the service and program options for young adults who have recently exited high school or who are in high school and planning for their transition into adult services.

Visit with Representatives from more than 60 Vendors Serving Westchester County for Information on:

Adult Day Programs, Post-Secondary Education, Benefits & Financial Planning, Care Coordination Organizations, Transition Services & Programs, Supported Employment, Transportation & Travel Training, Guardianship, Clinical & Behavioral Services, Eligibility & HCBS-Waiver, Pre-Vocational Programs, Recreation & Respite , Summer Programs

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Free Admission, but please register here.
For More Information- Contact: Carol Gearing (914)495-4620

Autism Celebration
2020-04-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Uriah Hill Elementary School, 980 Pemart Ave, Peekskill, NY

WIHD.CSN.SPED Q & A with Stephanie Bellantoni
2020-04-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2020-04-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2020-05-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Facebook Live event
Join Stephanie Bellantoni for answers to questions you may have about getting through the Covid19 Quarantine and how it has effected your services.

CANCELLED - Preparing for the Transition to College
2020-04-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Irvington MS/HS, 40 North Broadway, Irvington, NY, 10533, United States
Location: Irvington
Preparing for the Transition to College – CANCELLED
This presentation is designed to assist parents of young adults with an IEP or 504 Plan in understanding the differences that can be expected as students move from high school to a college setting. Topics include: laws which govern services at the college level; the process to access academic accommodations; disability documentation requirements; the changing role of parents; and tips on what students can do now to gain the necessary skills needed for a successful college experience.

Self Advocacy Group Meeting-“Hear Our Voices”
2020-04-20 18:00 - 19:00 | NY, United States
This will be a ZOOM meeting which is an ONLINE communications system that can be used with a computer, phone, or tablet device. If you are interested in joining this meeting, please contact Mitch or Brendan, and we will send you a link to the ZOOM meeting
Topic: Speakers Network 101

Our Co-discussion leaders for this meeting will Be Mitchell Levitz, Self-Advocacy Coordinator and Brendan Klein, Youth Advocacy & Engagement coordinator for the Community Support Network. We will be talking about the following areas:
You are a self-advocate who has already been sharing your own personal story to teach other people about disabilities.
You are a self-advocate who wants to learn how to tell your own personal story so that other people learn more about life with a disability.
You are willing to share your story and have us help set up groups for you to speak with. (Examples: students and teachers; doctors and other medical professionals; community organizations and more.)
You want to make things better for ourselves and other advocates by speaking-out so that people have a better understanding about disabilities.
You want to have fun enjoying this activity because it is a great opportunity to make a difference.

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To attend contact Mitchell Levitz (mlevitz@wihd.org) or Brendan Klein (Bklein@wihd.org) 914-493-8119
Please feel free to share this announcement with other self-advocates who may wish to join and their house staff or family members.
New members are always welcome to join!
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Rockland Transition Fair - Canceled
2020-04-23 09:00 - 14:00 | palisades mall, 1000 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY, 10994
Supports and Information for NOW and in the Future
FREE RESOURCE AND TRANSITION FAIR: For students of all ages with an IEP or 504 Plan, families, & professionals

A variety of agencies and educational institutions (including colleges) will offer information and answer questions.
Explore post-secondary options including recreation, advocacy, education, employment training including job-coaching, and much more.
Learn about programs and resources offered by various agencies for adult day programs.
There will be optional hourly presentations on various topics.

This event will be held from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (Drop in when you can!)
Palisades Center Community Rooms (4th ﬂoor near the ice rink) 1000 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994
Contact Dawn Kitz at dkitz@rboces.org or (845) 624-5833 for information

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Canceled - Orange Transition and Resource Fair
2020-04-23 15:00 | Emanuel Axelrod Education Center, 53 Gibson Road, Goshen, 10924, United States
The event has been canceled.

Location: Emanuel Axelrod Education Center 53 Gibson Road Goshen, NY 10924
Enjoy light refreshments and speak with county-wide professionals throughout the evening. These specialists will be covering a variety of topics to assist with your child’s transition out of school and into adulthood. Explore resources, connect to professionals and create a plan. Presentations and resources available in the areas of:  Adult Services  College Experience Programs  Community Resources  Guardianship  Recreational Activities  Vocational Opportunities  Social Groups  Mental Health  Special Needs Trust
Please RSVP by April 11th Contact: Sara Puccio via e-mail Sara.Puccio@ouboces.org or phone 291-0200 Ext. 10250
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Q & A with Joyce Hawk - Transition Planning
2020-04-23 16:30 - 17:30 | Facebook Live event
Let’s Talk Transition…Chat with Joyce Hawk about transition planning and services in school and things to know about accessing adult services for ages 15-21.
Live on Facebook/CSNSpEd2AdultTransition group

WIHD.CSN.SPED Q and A with Stephanie Bellantoni
2020-04-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Facebook Live event

Preparing our Neurodiverse Teens & Young Adults for College & Beyond
2020-04-24 15:30 - 16:30 | Zoom Meeting
Getting ready for the academic and social independence of college life is challenging for everyone, but particularly so for children with Autism, ADHD and other neurological differences. Join speaker Natalia Lyckowski for a virtual discussion on what steps we should take to position our children for success. Natalia is an Application Developer at IBM, an Autism at Work advocate, and an educator on disabilities awareness. She is also proudly neurodivergent herself.
Time
Apr 24, 2020 03:30 PM in Eastern Time
REGISTER HERE

Parent Member Training via Zoom, part 1
2020-04-27 09:30 - 11:00 | Online
This workshop (through Zoom) will provide an overview and best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process to educate parents and Parent Members and assist them 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! For any 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.
Interested in learning more about Parent Member Training?
https://youtu.be/8N_k4UOwBIo
In this video, CSN team member and Family Educator Debbie Goddard interviews Tasha Wright about the role the Parent Member plays on the Committee on Special Education. Tasha Wright is a Special Education Training Specialist with the Lower Hudson Regional Partnership Center at the Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES.
The WIHD CSN, in collaboration with the Lower Hudson Regional Partnership, will be offering parent member training on-line on 4/27 and 4/29 from 9:30 am – 11:00 am You must attend both sessions.
https://youtu.be/8N_k4UOwBIo
Registration is required in advance for this meeting:

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/uZ0oc-ysrDkrrboRGX3GX_ptw8bCn8dlEg

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Let’s Talk Transition with Joyce Hawk
2020-04-28 11:00 - 12:30, 2020-04-30 11:00 - 12:30 | Facebook Live event
Join Joyce Hawk, one of CSN’s Family & Community Educators, in a chat session about transition planning and services for students age 15-21 and other things you may want to know about accessing adult services.

Family Engagement: Communication and Culture Online Workshop
2020-04-29 09:00 - 13:30 | Webinar
This webinar is designed to introduce educators to concepts of communication and culture that impact the ways educators and educational organizations (EOs) interact with families. Some of the key ideas that will be discussed in the two-part webinar;
● Examine the role of communication in schooling and how culture influences the way we communicate in our respective roles (administrators, teachers, etc.). ● Explore the concept of culture & connect with the idea of Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education.
● Explore strategies for effective collaboration between families, caregivers, and schools to support students in the special education process. This workshop will consist of a live check-in at 9 am on 4/29 and a live check-out via Zoom. Registered participants will receive all relevant links prior to 4/29.

Parent Member Training via Zoom, part 2
2020-04-29 09:30 - 11:00 | Online
This workshop (through Zoom) will provide an overview and best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process to educate parents and Parent Members and assist them 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! For any 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.
Interested in learning more about Parent Member Training?
https://youtu.be/8N_k4UOwBIo
In this video, CSN team member and Family Educator Debbie Goddard interviews Tasha Wright about the role the Parent Member plays on the Committee on Special Education. Tasha Wright is a Special Education Training Specialist with the Lower Hudson Regional Partnership Center at the Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES.
The WIHD CSN, in collaboration with the Lower Hudson Regional Partnership, will be offering parent member training on-line on 4/27 and 4/29 from 9:30 am – 11:00 am. You must attend both sessions.
Registration is required in advance for this meeting:

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/uZ0oc-ysrDkrrboRGX3GX_ptw8bCn8dlEg

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Facebook Live: Meghan Adler, Literacy Specialist for Mid Hudson RPC at Dutchess BOCES
2020-04-30 12:30 - 13:30 | Facebook Live event
Join Meghan Adler in conversation with Beth Poague, Family and Community Educator, about Lo-Tech At-Home Literacy Solutions for students of all ages. Meghan’s fun and inventive ideas will get you engaging with your kids, off of screens and google classrooms, using materials you have at home!
