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UID:15435-1650459600-1650465000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:How to Support Your Child’s Vocabulary Development in the Home (Disponible En Español)
DESCRIPTION:Will be given in English and Spanish simultaneously in 2 separate breakout rooms. This training focuses on the importance of vocabulary exposure for children in early childhood. We will share ways to increase your child’s language in the home with tips from the Little Talks program out of Lehigh University which includes the following 3 stages: 1) praising child through words and actions\, 2) following the child’s lead\, and 3) engaging the child in vocabulary-rich activities: Slides and additional materials will be shared following attendance at the session. The training with be 1.5 hours including Q&A time. \nCómo Apoyar el Desarrollo Vocabulario de su Hijo en el Hogar \nSe impartirá en inglés y español simultáneamente en 2 diferentes salas de Zoom. Esta capacitación se centra en la importancia de la exposición al vocabulario para los niños en la primera infancia. Compartiremos formas de aumentar el lenguaje de su hijo en el hogar con consejos del programa Little Talks de la Universidad de Lehigh\, que incluye la siguiente tres etapas: 1) elogiar al niño a través de palabras y acciones\, 2) seguir el ejemplo del niño e 3) involucrar al niño en actividades ricas en vocabulario. Se compartirán diapositivas y materiales adicionales después de la asistencia a la sesión. La capacitación será una hora y media\, incluyendo el tiempo de preguntas y respuestas. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/how-to-support-your-childs-vocabulary-development-in-the-home-disponible-en-espanol/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220318T143505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T143818Z
UID:15395-1649347200-1649354400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Resource & Transition Fair
DESCRIPTION:Supports and resources for NOW and into the future for families and students with an IEP or 504 Plan \n\nExplore Putnam County resources for education\, recreation\, training and employment\, advocacy\, and much more!\nMeet representatives from a variety of agencies and service providers.\nJoin break out sessions for detailed information on diverse topics.\n\nThe mission of the Putnam Transition Consortium is to improve transition plans and post-secondary outcomes for Putnam County youth and young adults through communication and education of all transition stakeholders\, including students\, families. schools\, and community agencies.\nGreen Chimneys serves to help young people to maximize their full potential by providing residential\, educational\, clinical and recreational services\, in a safe and supportive environment that nurtures connections with their families\, the community\, animals and nature. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/15395/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220324T202911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T202911Z
UID:15410-1649264400-1649268000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the IEP for Families
DESCRIPTION:This training will offer families an understanding of the entire IEP process\, including but not limited to\, the Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, the roles and responsibilities of all parties\, the various components of the IEP and the transition planning process. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-the-iep-for-families-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220331T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220324T224535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T224629Z
UID:15412-1648749600-1648753200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten (CPSE to CSE) (Disponible en Español)
DESCRIPTION:This online training will support parents as they prepare for their child’s transition from preschool special education to kindergarten. Topics covered include: understanding the differences between Committee for Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee for Special Education (CSE)\, understanding the transition process from CPSE to CSE\, learning how to be an active member of the transition team\, understanding the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). *Please specify if you prefer Spanish-language materials and Spanish translation for the session. \nPlanificación para Transición de Educación Especial PreEscolar a Kindergarten (CPSE a CSE) \nEste taller apoyará a los padres mientras se preparan para la transición de su hijo de la educación especial preescolar al kindergarten. Los temas cubiertos incluyen: Entender las diferencias entre el Comité para la Educación Especial Preescolar (CPSE) y el Comité para la Educación Especial (CSE)\, entender el proceso de transición de CPSE a CSE\, aprender cómo ser un miembro activo del equipo de transición\, entender el propósito de un Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP). Este taller se llevará a cabo a través de ZOOM. *Por favor\, especifique si prefiere materiales en español y traducción al español para la sesión.* \nClick Here to Register/Ingresa Aquí Para Registrar
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-preschool-special-education-to-kindergarten-cpse-to-cse/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220315T143812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T143946Z
UID:15377-1648641600-1648645200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Shifting the Mindset-Rethinking the IEP Process
DESCRIPTION:Interactive dialogue for parents/caregivers\, educators\, and professionals with Naomi Brickel\, an expert on family and youth engagement\, centered around shifting the mindset in special education\, person-centeredness\, and strength-based engagement. \nA Conversation on:\n• Equal partners in the IEP process\n• Individual as part of the conversation\n• A parent and professional’s perspective engaging and understanding the IEP process \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/shifting-the-mindset-rethinking-the-iep-process/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T173000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220223T172944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T172944Z
UID:15131-1648051200-1648056600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Process for Parents of Preschoolers (Disponible en Español)
DESCRIPTION:The presentation is developed to provide families/parents and caregivers an overview of the process for developing an Individual Education Program (IEP) using a collaborative approach. The training provides a review of the areas of the IEP and the information that a parent\, family and/or caregiver can share with the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) regarding their child’s performance and disability related needs. \nGoals of the Training:\n1. Understand the Committee for Preschool Special Education (CPSE) process and your role within the process.\n2. Identify the different components of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).\n3. Develop relationships and practices that build home-school collaboration and support the student. \nComprender el proceso del Programa de Educación Individualizada (IEP) para padres de niños en edad preescolar \nLa presentación se desarrolla para proporcionar a las familias / padres y cuidadores una visión general del proceso para desarrollar un Programa de Educación Individual (IEP) utilizando un enfoque colaborativo. La capacitación proporciona una revisión de las áreas del IEP y la información que un padre\, familia y / o cuidador puede compartir con el Comité de Educación Especial Preescolar (CPSE) con respecto al desempeño de su hijo y las necesidades relacionadas con la discapacidad. \nObjetivos de la Capacitación:\n1.Comprenda el proceso del Comité de Educación Especial Preescolar (CPSE) y su papel dentro del proceso.\n2.Identificar los diferentes componentes del Plan De Educación Individualizado (IEP).\n3.Desarrollar relaciones y prácticas que construyan la colaboración entre el hogar y la escuela y apoyen al estudiante. \nClick Here to Register/Ingrese aquí para registrarte
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-the-individualized-education-program-iep-process-for-parents-of-preschoolers-disponible-en-espanol/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220307T162950Z
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UID:15248-1647453600-1647457200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:How to Develop Healthy Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Kathy O’Connell\, Radiant Abilities\, LLC specializes in helping people with disabilities confidently date & find love. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/how-to-develop-healthy-relationships/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T201500
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220307T170418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T170418Z
UID:15250-1647370800-1647375300@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Life Skills Working Group for Parents & Caregivers of Teens & Young Adults with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities: Focus on Transportation and Community Access
DESCRIPTION:Session 4: Transportation and Community Access. How do we help our young people with intellectual or developmental challenges to navigate the community\, whether via public transport\, Para Transit services\, or by learning to drive? Anna Masopust\, travel skills development specialist from Westchester County’s Office for People with Disabilities will share tips on what we as parents/caregivers can do to support them in the development and mastery of travel related skills. \nLife skills\, or daily living skills\, are abilities that our young adults need to achieve their highest level of independence. These include skills related to managing money\, personal hygiene\, medication management\, taking care of living spaces\, laundry\, cooking\, transportation\, and shopping. Join our series of sessions where parents and caregivers learn concrete tools and approaches to helping their loved ones develop these skills. For each session\, we will focus on one or two life skill areas. Participants will use what they learn in each session to help implement these tools in their teen/young adults’ lives. These are interactive sessions where participants learn together and get the opportunity to receive and give feedback on results achieved during follow up sessions. Session 4 focuses on Transportation related life skills. Hear what you as caregiver can do to support independent travel. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/life-skills-working-group-for-parents-caregivers-of-teens-young-adults-with-intellectual-or-developmental-disabilities-focus-on-transportation-and-community-access/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220215T182430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T171352Z
UID:14990-1647367200-1647372600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION: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 and the appeal eligibility criteria for all students will be reviewed as well as the safety-net options for students with disabilities. Find out how earning a Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential is beneficial in a number of ways along with the guidelines for awarding a Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/diploma-and-credential-options-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220215T195818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T195818Z
UID:14994-1646740800-1646748000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Process for Parents of School-Age Students with a Disability
DESCRIPTION:This training will offer families an understanding of the entire IEP process\, including but not limited to\, the Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, the roles and responsibilities of all parties\, the various components of the IEP and the transition planning process. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-the-individualized-education-program-iep-process-for-parents-of-school-age-students-with-a-disability/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220215T192940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T192940Z
UID:14992-1646222400-1646227800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:The goals of this training are to ensure participants will recognize and identify: The definition of self-determination and its relation to determining individualized diploma and graduation options\, the credit requirements for graduation in NYS\, The Multiple Pathways to Graduation\, 4 + 1 Option requirements for all students\, the appeal eligibility criteria for all students\, the safety net option for students with disabilities and also the exiting credentials available in NYS and the requirements for each. \n  \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/diploma-and-credential-options-for-students-with-disabilities-4/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20211103T163243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T172018Z
UID:14169-1645534800-1645540200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Planning from Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten (CPSE to CSE)(Disponible en Español)
DESCRIPTION:Planificación para Transición de Educación Especial PreEscolar a Kindergarten (CPSE a CSE) \nThis online training will support parents as they prepare for their child’s transition from preschool special education to kindergarten. Topics covered include: understanding the differences between Committee for Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee for Special Education (CSE)\, understanding the transition process from CPSE to CSE\, learning how to be an active member of the transition team\, understanding the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). *Please specify if you prefer Spanish-language materials and Spanish translation for the session. \nEste taller apoyará a los padres mientras se preparan para la transición de su hijo de la educación especial preescolar al kindergarten. Los temas cubiertos incluyen: Entender las diferencias entre el Comité para la Educación Especial Preescolar (CPSE) y el Comité para la Educación Especial (CSE)\, entender el proceso de transición de CPSE a CSE\, aprender cómo ser un miembro activo del equipo de transición\, entender el propósito de un Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP). Este taller se llevará a cabo a través de ZOOM. *Por favor\, especifique si prefiere materiales en español y traducción al español para la sesión.* \nClick Here to Register/Ingrese Aquí para Registrarse
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-from-preschool-special-education-to-kindergarten-cpse-to-cse-7/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220128T223322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T171039Z
UID:14734-1645531200-1645536600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Annual Review: Parent Q + A
DESCRIPTION:Parents are integral partners in the special education process. Join this conversation as we explore how parents can effectively prepare for the annual review and be an effective member of the CSE. Learn about planning strategies\, approaching differences of opinion\, and keeping the focus on your child. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/annual-review-parent-q-a-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220210T204634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220211T013923Z
UID:14898-1645092000-1645097400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Thought Exchange - Project SEARCH
DESCRIPTION:Project SEARCH- a collaborative WIHD/CSN\, New York Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital and Ability Beyond\nA discussion for district administrators of special education and transition coordinators about Project SEARCH\, providing high leverage inclusive transition supports and services leading to competitive employment. This month’s discussion will provide information about eligibility and the application process for interns in the WIHD/CSN Project SEARCH opening September 2022 at New York Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital. \nDownload Project SEARCH Application (pdf) \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-thought-exchange-project-search/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220128T225907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T225947Z
UID:14736-1645034400-1645038000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Self-Advocacy Conversations with Claire and Brendan
DESCRIPTION:Open Self-Advocacy Conversations with Claire and Brendan \n  \nClick Here to Register\n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/self-advocacy-conversations-with-claire-and-brendan/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220122T003247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220122T003247Z
UID:14639-1644948000-1644953400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA): Essential Information for Families of Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:This training is to educate families on the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) which is part of the NYS testing program that measures attainment of the State’s learning standards for students with the most severe disabilities in grades 3-8 and high school. Participants will learn about all State assessment options\, what the NYSAA test entails\, the eligibility and decision-making process\, graduation/student exit options and how it will affect a student’s post-secondary planning. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nysaa-essential-information-for-families-of-students-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220120T161114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T143459Z
UID:14594-1644832800-1644836400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Specially Designed Instruction for Families
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help participants develop an understanding of Specially Designed Instruction in order to increase knowledge of parents and other family members as engaged meaningful partners in the special education process and the education of their child. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/specially-designed-instruction-for-families/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220128T221350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T221350Z
UID:14735-1644573600-1644577200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:FBA/BIP (Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan) for Families
DESCRIPTION:This learning opportunity for families will provide an overview of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP) for students needing intensive behavioral interventions and supports and describes the role of parents\, families\, guardians\, and caregivers in supporting students throughout this process. \nEvaluación Funcional de la Conducta (FBA) y Plan de Intervención Conductual (BIP) para Familias\nEsta oportunidad de aprendizaje para las familias proporcionará una visión general de las Evaluaciones Funcionales del Comportamiento (FBA) y los Planes de Intervención del Comportamiento (BIP) para los estudiantes que necesitan intervenciones y apoyos intensivos del comportamiento y describe el papel de los padres\, las familias\, los tutores y los guardianes en el apoyo a los estudiantes a través de este proceso. \nClick Here to Register/Ingrese Aquí para Registrarse
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/fba-bip-functional-behavior-assessment-and-behavior-intervention-plan-for-families/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220121T235344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220122T000921Z
UID:14630-1644433200-1644438600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:TRANSITION Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Self-Determination\n• Learn about the skills that allow individuals to make choices and plan their lives\n• Explore the many aspects of self determination\, and their importance to the transition planning process\n• Discover ways that individuals with disabilities can have a voice in planning their life after high school\, and ensure that families\, schools\, and agencies are effectively supporting them \nThis workshop will be held virtually via Zoom from 7:00-8:30pm.\nYou must RSVP in order to get the link to participate.\nContact Dawn Kitz at dkitz@rboces.org  or (845) 624-5833 to register. \nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220208T201500
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220202T160229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T160454Z
UID:14767-1644346800-1644351300@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Life Skills Working Group for Parents & Caregivers of Teens & Young Adults with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities -Focus on Employment
DESCRIPTION:Session 3: Employment. Join Ability Beyond to hear about the skills our loved ones with challenges need for a successful work life\, and what we can do to support them in the development and mastery of those skills \nLife skills\, or daily living skills\, are abilities that our young adults need to achieve their highest level of independence. These include skills related to managing money\, personal hygiene\, medication management\, taking care of living spaces\, laundry\, cooking\, transportation\, and shopping. \nJoin our series of sessions where parents and caregivers learn concrete tools and approaches to helping their loved ones develop these skills. For each session\, we will focus on one or two life skill areas. Participants will use what they learn in each session to help implement these tools in their teen/young adults’ lives. These are interactive sessions where participants learn together and get the opportunity to receive and give feedback on results achieved during follow up sessions. Session 3 focuses on Employment life skills. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/life-skills-working-group-for-parents-caregivers-of-teens-young-adults-with-intellectual-or-developmental-disabilities-focus-on-employment/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20211005T180740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T180740Z
UID:14007-1644314400-1644321600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Positive Solutions for Families - Session 4
DESCRIPTION:Positive Solutions for Families is a four session workshop series that will give parents and family 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. \nClick Here to Register\n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/positive-solutions-for-families-session-4/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220202T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20211109T151025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T151544Z
UID:14221-1643817600-1643824800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Parent Member Training
DESCRIPTION:Four-hour parent member certification for parents/families with children with IEPs\nNote: this is a four-hour training over two-days (two consecutive Wednesdays\, 1/26/22 and 2/2/22 from 4-6 pm). You must attend both sessions to be certified as a Parent Member. 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! 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. We offer this training four times per year\, the next Parent Member Training will be offered April 2022. \nPlease email Bilingual Educator Saira Ayala if you are interested in taking this training in Spanish\, saayala@wihd.org. We will schedule a Spanish option in Spring 2022 if there is sufficient interest. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/virtual-parent-member-training-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T173000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20211217T160703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211217T161459Z
UID:14317-1643731200-1643736600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Families
DESCRIPTION:Come to this session for parents and caregivers to learn how to support your child’s development of new vocabulary\, the importance of vocabulary instruction and ways to incorporate vocabulary instruction at home for your children who are in Pre-K through grade 6. This workshop is also offered Thursday\, January 27th\, 7:00-8:30 pm \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/explicit-vocabulary-instruction-for-families-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20211103T155348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211217T141516Z
UID:14163-1643310000-1643315400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Planning from Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten (CPSE to CSE) (Disponible en Español)
DESCRIPTION:This online training will support parents as they prepare for their child’s transition from preschool special education to kindergarten. Topics covered include: understanding the differences between Committee for Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee for Special Education (CSE)\, understanding the transition process from CPSE to CSE\, learning how to be an active member of the transition team\, understanding the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). \nThis workshop will be held via ZOOM: \n1. Registered participants will receive access to a self-guided training package on Monday\, January 24th. This will include a multi-part training webinar. If you need the videos and materials in Spanish please email saayala@WIHD.org. \n2. Participants will listen to each video at their own pace (approximately 60 minutes) \n3. Participants will receive handouts that they can access and save or print as well as helpful resources \n4. The presenters will host a Live Q&A Session via Zoom (link will be provided) on Thursday\, January 27th\, 7-8:30 pm. This workshop will be repeated on the following upcoming date: Tuesday\, February 22\, 1:00-2:30 pm \n**Our Bilingual Educator will be present to answer questions for Spanish-speaking families** \nPlanificación para Transición de Educación Especial PreEscolar a Kindergarten (CPSE a CSE)\nEste taller apoyará a los padres mientras se preparan para la transición de su hijo de la educación especial preescolar al kindergarten. Los temas cubiertos incluyen: Entender las diferencias entre el Comité para la Educación Especial Preescolar (CPSE) y el Comité para la Educación Especial (CSE)\, entender el proceso de transición de CPSE a CSE\, aprender cómo ser un miembro activo del equipo de transición\, entender el propósito de un Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP). \nEste taller se llevará a cabo a través de ZOOM. \n1. Los participantes inscritos tendrán acceso a un paquete de formación autoguiado el lunes 24 de enero. Esto incluirá un seminario web de capacitación de varias partes. \n2. Los participantes escucharán cada video a su propio ritmo (aproximadamente 60 minutos) \n3. Los participantes recibirán folletos a los que pueden acceder y guardar o imprimir\, así como recursos útiles. \n4. Los presentadores organizarán. una sesión de preguntas y respuestas en vivo a través de Zoom (se proporcionará el enlace) el jueves 27 de enero\, de 7 a 8:30 pm. Este taller se repetirá en la siguiente fecha próxima: martes 22 de febrero\, 1:00-2:30 pm **Nuestra educadora bilingüe estará presente para responder preguntas para familias en español.** \nClick Here to Register/Ingrese Aquí para Registrarse
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-from-preschool-special-education-to-kindergarten-cpse-to-cse-6/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220126T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220126T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20211109T151308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T151308Z
UID:14220-1643212800-1643220000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Parent Member Training
DESCRIPTION:Four-hour parent member certification for parents/families with children with IEPs\nNote: this is a four-hour training over two-days (two consecutive Wednesdays\, 1/26/22 and 2/2/22 from 4-6 pm). You must attend both sessions to be certified as a Parent Member. 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! 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. We offer this training four times per year\, the next Parent Member Training will be offered April 2022. \nPlease email Bilingual Educator Saira Ayala if you are interested in taking this training in Spanish\, saayala@wihd.org. We will schedule a Spanish option in Spring 2022 if there is sufficient interest. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/virtual-parent-member-training-4/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20220104T211305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T211305Z
UID:14338-1643047200-1643050800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Account Basics
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn more about Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts? Come to this workshop where information about Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE)\, a new financial savings tool for individuals with disabilities will be shared. What is an ABLE account\, how it works and the eligibility requirements will be discussed. Potential ABLE participants and their families are invited. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/able-achieving-a-better-life-experience-account-basics/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220122
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20210210T150412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T154624Z
UID:12756-1642550400-1642809599@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:2022 CSN Transition Institute
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 19th\, 2022-Friday\, January 21st\, 2022\nTheCommunity Support Networkis pleased once again to offer our annual conference on post-secondary transition covering topics ranging from employment options\, inclusive college programs\, social and recreational programs\, systems navigation\, self-advocacy\,and policy issues with several breakout tracks to choose from. \nThis year’s threads include:\n\nFor Self-Advocates: Sessions focused on issues for individuals with disabilities\nSelf Help: Strategies and ideas to cope with stress and wellness ideas\nSelf Determination: Strategies to promote responsibility and independence\nInclusive Higher Education: Information and promising practices in college programs for students with I/DD\nFinancial Planning and Systems Navigation: Information regarding benefits systems and financial planning\nFor School Administrators: Best practices to build capacity for inclusive transition supports and services. Learn from experts and each other.\nIntroduction to Everything: Beginners guide for families just starting transition planning\nLiving and Working: Promising practices around Housing\, Employment\, and Recreation\n\n\nVisit our website here (where you can see the agenda\, register\, get zoom links\, and other information)
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/2022-csn-transition-institute/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20211217T154329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211217T162239Z
UID:14314-1642010400-1642014000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices - Tips and Ideas on working with DSP staff
DESCRIPTION:Hiring\, managing and keeping staff on your team is an important part of your self-advocacy journey. Come learn from Nichole Hastings from LifePlan.\nDiscussion tips for hiring staff. \n• Understanding Your Disability \n• Understanding your goals/action plan \n• Communication method/emergency contact info \n• Expectations/rules they need to follow \n• Diet/Exercise/Special Needs \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/tips-for-hiring-staff/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20211005T180112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T180209Z
UID:14005-1641895200-1641902400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Positive Behavior Solutions for Families - Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Positive Solutions for Families is a four session workshop series that will give parents and family 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. \nEach session will cover a different topic all 10am – 12noon. Families should attend all sessions. \nJanuary 11\, 2022 \nFebruary 8\, 2022 \nClick Here to Register\n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/positive-behavior-solutions-for-families-session-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T002319
CREATED:20211029T115618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T115618Z
UID:14120-1639677600-1639681200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:HOV Holiday Party with The Prospect Band
DESCRIPTION:The Prospect Band is a five piece band featuring lead vocalist Thomas D\, lead guitarist\, and backing vocalist Ryan Wenke\, bassist Max Shapiro\, organist Rachel Wise and Jeff Bonistalli on the drums. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hov-holiday-party-with-the-prospect-band-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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