Join us for a virtual panel discussion on Supported Decision Making (SDM). Hear from Westchester County Surrogate’s Court (which grants guardianship petitions in the county) and SDMNY (the organization which oversees facilitation of SDM projects in NY state). What is Supported Decision Making, and what is the significance of New York’s Supported Decision-Making Act, signed […]
This four-hour parent member certification is for parents/families with children with IEPs. This training is open to anyone interested in learning about the special education process, or even as a refresher course on CPSE/CSE! This workshop (through Zoom), will provide an overview and best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process. It will​ educate parents and Parent […]
An Event for Parents, Educators & Advocates to Learn More About Adult Services & Transition Planning Click Here for Flyer and Registration
SUPPORTS AND INFORMATION FOR NOW AND IN THE FUTURE: For students of all ages with an IEP or 504 Plan, families, & professionals. (School Groups are Welcome) Click Here for Flyer and Registration
Creating Welcoming and Affirming Learning Environments is one of four high leverage principles identified in the Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education (CRSE) Framework. When students feel like they belong at school, they have fewer absences, fewer disciplinary infractions, higher graduation rates, as well as increased engagement, self-esteem, and attitudes. Students with disabilities and students of different cultural […]
Tickets for the WIHD Annual Spring Gala are now on sale! Please visit wihd.org/gala.
Families, Caregivers, and Guardians will understand the definition of an FBA/BIP, when it is needed, and how it is conducted/developed and the role they play as part of the various teams. Participants will also understand how the FBA/BIP process is part of the Committee for Preschool Special Education (CPSE) /Committee for Special Education (CSE) process, […]
This virtual presentation will provide participants with a better understanding of how parents and professionals can protect students with disabilities from cyberbullying which can involve sending mean, vulgar, or threatening messages or images through the use of technology such as computers and cell phones. Questions will be answered on what should be done if you […]
Positive Behavior Solutions for Families is a four-session, monthly workshop series that will give parents, families and caregivers positive and effective strategies to promote children’s social and emotional development and address the challenging behavior of children ages 2-5 years old. Four sessions, Third Tuesday of the Month, from 10am-12pm: March 21 April 18 May 16 […]
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 […]