Events for November 14, 2024 - September 26, 2024

This workshop is designed to introduce educators to concepts of communication and culture that impact the ways educators and educational organizations (EOs) interact with families. Participants will be introduced to The Culturally Responsive Sustaining-Education framework and include an opportunity for educators to review meaningful and equitable training resources/tools to support effective family engagement and communication. […]

Join us for a discussion on program options and considerations for young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Participants can ask any questions they may have including the eligibility process for services through the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities(OPWDD) and other state service systems, the types of programs and support services available, as well as things […]

Come meet Judy Heumann International Disability Rights Advocate.   Click Here to Register  

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 […]

Join us for a lunchtime discussion about preparing your young children for back to school. We will discuss what to expect, tips and tricks, our calendar of events and trainings for the school year, and there will be plenty of time for Q and A! Click Here To Register

Four-hour parent member certification for parents/families with children with IEPs Note: this is a four-hour training with an hour break: 9 am to 11 am and 12pm to 2 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 […]

This virtual presentation will provide participants with a brief summer update on recent laws, policies and announcements affecting students with disabilities, families, school personnel, and community service providers. Join members of the Mid-Hudson Special Education Task Force as we review important notices that have been distributed on topics such as discipline, safety, the special education […]

The purpose of this training is to gain a foundational 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 as well as transition planning. Join us as we explore how to develop collaborative relationships between […]

Positive Solutions for Families Positive Solutions for Families is a seven-session, monthly 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. Seven sessions, Third Friday of the Month, from 10-12. 9/16, 10/21, 11/18, […]