Westchester Institute for Human Development

Transition from CPSE to CSE: Going to Kindergarten
2016-01-27 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | George Fischer Middle School, 281 Fair Street, Carmel, NY, United States
This free workshop will provide useful information for parents whose children with special needs are transitioning from preschool and the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) into elementary school and the Committee on Special Education (CSE). This workshop will clarify the CSE Process and timelines; the similarities and differences between CPSE and CSE processes, services and programs; the roles and responsibilities of CSE committee members and parental rights; evaluations, eligibility for services and the individualized education program (IEP); continuum of services; and current federal and state regulations. This workshop will be presented in English and Spanish.

Presenters:
Suzanne Peretz, Director, Lower Hudson Early Childhood Direction Center
Chrisanne Petrone, Outreach & Information Specialist, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center

Preparing for Transition
2016-01-21 19:15 - 20:45 UTC | Louis M. Klein Middle School Library, 50 Union Avenue, Harrison, NY, 10528, United States
This session will offer an overview of the sections of the IEP related to the student’s transition from High School, and provide insights to help parent be prepared and engaged participants in their student’s planning.

Presenter:
Naomi Brickel, Director, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center

Sponsor:
Harrison SEPTA

Diploma Options and Exiting Credentials for Students with IEPs
2016-01-20 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Park Early Childhood Center, 22 Edward Street, Ossining, NY, 10562, United States
This session will provide an overview of the current NYSED diploma and safety net options including the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential and the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential.

Presenter:
Naomi Brickel, Director, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center

More Information:
Contact Ossining SEPTO at ossiningsepto@gmail.com

Understanding Your Child's IEP
2016-01-20 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | NY
This informational session will provide parents with details about the special education and IEP development processes. You will learn all about what an IEP is, how it is compiled, and your role as parents in the process. Come learn what you should know about your child’s IEP, when to ask for a team meeting with your child’s teachers, when to ask for a program review with the CSE, and much more.
Light Refreshments will be served and babysitting will be provided. Spanish translation will also be available.

Presenters:
Chrisanne Petrone, Outreach & Information Specialist, and Lulu Bencosme, Bilingual Outreach & Information Specialist, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center

More Information:
Contact Melissa Marino at elmsfordsepta@eufsd.org

"Including Samuel" Film Screening and Discussion with Filmmaker Dan Habib
2015-12-18 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Westchester Institute for Human Development, 20 South Plaza W, Cedarwood Hall, Valhalla, NY, 10595, United States
The Lower Hudson Special Education Task Force is proud to present a film screening of “Including Samuel” and discussion on meaningful inclusion presented by Dan Habib. Dan Habib, a documentary filmmaker, will be discussing meaningful inclusion for students with disabilities. The award-winning film portrays his family’s hopes and struggles as well as the experience of four other families. The film captures the cultural and systemic barriers of inclusion. This is a must see for parents and school district personnel! Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.

To register:

Click here to register
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
Call (845) 228-7457 ext. 1108 if you have problems registering.

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Hear Our Voices Self Advocacy Group Meeting and Holiday Celebration
2015-12-14 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Westchester Institute for Human Development, 20 South Plaza W, Cedarwood Hall, Valhalla, NY, 10595, United States
Please join us for WIHD’s self advocacy group meeting and holiday party. Teens and young adults in our area are welcome and encouraged to join our self-advocacy group as new members. This is your chance to connect with the Hudson Valley Region of the Self Advocacy New York State Association (SANYS) and find out about their meetings, trainings, conferences, networking and fun activities; learn useful information to lead a more independent and self-directed life; and become a self-advocacy leader.

More Information & To Register:
Contact Mitchell Levitz at (914) 493-5207 or email mlevitz@wihd.org

Transición del Comité de educación especial preescolar (CPSE) al Comité de educación especial (CSE) ¡Ir al jardín de infantes!
2015-12-09 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Park Early Childhood Center, 22 Edward Street, Ossining, NY, 10562, United States
Este taller gratuito proporcionará información útil para los padres cuyos hijos con necesidades especiales están en transición desde el preescolar y el Comité de Educación Especial Preescolar ( CPSE ) a la escuela primaria y el Comité de Educación Especial (CSE ). En este taller se explicara el proceso de CSE y sus pazos ; incluyendo las similitudes y diferencias entre el proceso de CPSE y CSE, los servicios y programas; las funciones y responsabilidades de los miembros del comité CSE y los derechos de los padres ; evaluaciones, la elegibilidad para los servicios y el programa de educación individualizada (IEP ); la continuidad de los servicios; y reglamentos federales y estatales actuales. Este taller sera presentado en español.

Presentadora:
Lulu Bencosme, Especialista en Información y de Alcance Bilingüe, Centro Educación Especial para Padres del Valle del Hudson

Para mas informacion y para registrase:
Contactarse al Anthony Murray a su correo electrónico ossiningsepto@gmail.com

Transition from CPSE to CSE: Going to Kindergarten
2015-12-09 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Park Early Childhood Center, 22 Edward Street, Ossining, NY, 10562, United States
This free workshop will provide useful information for parents whose children with special needs are transitioning from preschool and the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) into elementary school and the Committee on Special Education (CSE). This workshop will clarify the CSE Process and timelines; the similarities and differences between CPSE and CSE processes, services and programs; the roles and responsibilities of CSE committee members and parental rights; evaluations, eligibility for services and the individualized education program (IEP); continuum of services; and current federal and state regulations. This workshop will be presented in English and Spanish.

Presenters:
Suzanne Peretz, Director, Lower Hudson Early Childhood Direction Center
Chrisanne Petrone, Outreach & Information Specialist, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center

More Information & To Register:
Contact Anthony Murray at ossiningsepto@gmail.com

Transición del Comité de educación especial preescolar (CPSE) al Comité de educación especial (CSE) ¡Ir al jardín de infantes!
2015-12-07 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Prime Time Preschool, 456 North Street, White Plains, NY, United States
Este taller gratuito proporcionará información útil para los padres cuyos hijos con necesidades especiales están en transición desde el preescolar y el Comité de Educación Especial Preescolar ( CPSE ) a la escuela primaria y el Comité de Educación Especial (CSE ). En este taller se explicara el proceso de CSE y sus pazos ; incluyendo las similitudes y diferencias entre el proceso de CPSE y CSE, los servicios y programas; las funciones y responsabilidades de los miembros del comité CSE y los derechos de los padres ; evaluaciones, la elegibilidad para los servicios y el programa de educación individualizada (IEP ); la continuidad de los servicios; y reglamentos federales y estatales actuales.

Presentadora:
Lulu Bencosme, Especialista en Información y de Alcance Bilingüe, Centro Educación Especial para Padres del Valle del Hudson

Para mas informacion y para registrase:
Contactarse al Lourdes Costa a su correo electrónico lcosta@fsw.org.

Transition from CPSE to CSE: Going to Kindergarten
2015-12-07 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Prime Time Preschool, 456 North Street, White Plains, NY, United States
This free workshop will provide useful information for parents whose children with special needs are transitioning from preschool and the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) into elementary school and the Committee on Special Education (CSE). This workshop will clarify the CSE Process and timelines; the similarities and differences between CPSE and CSE processes, services and programs; the roles and responsibilities of CSE committee members and parental rights; evaluations, eligibility for services and the individualized education program (IEP); continuum of services; and current federal and state regulations.

Presenters:
Suzanne Peretz, Director, Lower Hudson Early Childhood Direction Center
Chrisanne Petrone, Outreach & Information Specialist, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center

More Information & To Register:
Contact Lourdes Costa at lcosta@fsw.org or call (914) 761-2731 ext. 10.

Self Direction Update Meeting
2015-11-18 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Westchester Institute for Human Development, 20 South Plaza W, Cedarwood Hall, Valhalla, NY, 10595, United States
An update: Self direction
This meeting is for Parents and Professionals interested in learning more about Self Direction in the Hudson Valley region and what is happening across the state. Discussion will include updates about the current status of Self-Direction and Housing. You will also have the opportunity to meet other professionals and families.
John Maltby and Nicki Turano, from Westchester Institute for Human Development, will be leading the discussion about Self-Direction and Housing.
While this event is free of charge, registration is required. Registration will close on Friday, November 13th or at 120 people. To register, please click the following link: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=7zkmyacab&oeidk=a07ebrg3tk37f2b40e4

CPSE / CSE Parent Member Training
2015-11-10 09:30 - 14:00 UTC | Westchester Institute for Human Development, 20 South Plaza W, Cedarwood Hall, Valhalla, NY, 10595, United States
This workshop 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.

Presenters:
Laurie Levine, Regional Special Education Training Specialist
Naomi Brickel, Director, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center

Register & More Information:

Space is limited, so register today.
Contact Lulu Bencosme at (914) 493-7665 or lbencosme@wihd.org

Hear Our Voices: Self Advocacy Group Meeting
2015-11-09 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Westchester Institute for Human Development, 20 South Plaza W, Cedarwood Hall, Valhalla, NY, 10595, United States
Join us for WIHD’s Self Advocacy Group Meeting. The topic will be “Congregational Inclusion and Spirituality.”

Register and More Information:
Contact Mitchell Levitz at (914) 493-5207 or via email at mlevitz@wihd.org.

2015 Transition Institute
2015-10-29 08:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | NY
This conference will highlight innovative, inclusive, person-centered, and cost effective approaches for transition-aged youth.

Featured Keynote Speakers:
LaRon Scott, Special Education and Disability Policy, Virginia Commonwealth University
Stacey Ramirez, State Director, The Arc of Georgia

Register:
Registration information will be available soon.

More Information:
Contact Lucille Rossi at lrossi@wihd.org or (914) 493-7665

Understanding NYS Diploma Options, Requirements and Commencement Credentials
2015-10-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Orange County Department of Mental Health, 30 Harriman Drive, Goshen, NY, 10924, United States
This free presentation will offer parents an overview on diploma options for students with disabilities as well as the requirements for an important new exiting credential called the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential that students with an IEP can earn upon exit from school. This credential acknowledges a student’s work-readiness skills and experience needed for entry-level employment opportunities. The Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential, which is awarded to students that have taken the NYS Alternate Assessment (NYSAA), will also be reviewed.

Presenter:
Joyce Hawk, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center

Registration & More Information:

Email jbauer@orangecountygov.com or call (845) 360-6710
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Oral Health Forum: Providing Proper Dental Home Care for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Vulnerable Older Adults
2015-10-21 08:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | WIHD Auditorium, Cedarwood Hall Auditorium, Valhalla, NY, 10595, United States
The Ninth District Dental Association’s Dental Health Planning & Hospital Dentistry Committee presents a free Oral Health Forum: Providing Proper Dental Home Care for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Vulnerable Older Adults. This is open to group home managers and staff located in Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland and Westchester Counties.

Registration:

Registration is closed.

More Information:

Call (914) 747-1199 or email ninth@ninthdistrict.org
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