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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T113000
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UID:13957-1639044000-1639049400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition from Early Intervention to Preschool Special Education
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for parents of children turning 3 this year and aging out of Early Intervention. Come learn about important timelines\, your role\, and how to prepare for your meeting with the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE). \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-from-early-intervention-to-preschool-special-education-4/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211005T175444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T175630Z
UID:14001-1638871200-1638878400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Positive Behavior Solutions for Families - Session 2
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. \nDecember 7\, 2021 \nJanuary 11\, 2022 \nFebruary 8\, 2022 \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/14001/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211108T174415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T174415Z
UID:14209-1638360000-1638367200@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. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/diploma-and-credential-options-for-students-with-disabilities-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T173000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211103T151839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T151839Z
UID:14159-1638289800-1638293400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Instrucción Explícita de Vocabulario para Familias
DESCRIPTION:Venga a esta sesión para que los padres y cuidadores aprendan cómo apoyar el desarrollo de nuevo vocabulario de su hijo\, la importancia de la instrucción de vocabulario y maneras de incorporar la instrucción de vocabulario en casa para sus hijos que están en Pre-K hasta el grado 6. \nIngrese Aquí para Registrarse
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/instruccion-explicita-de-vocabulario-para-familias/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T194500
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211027T122711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T122711Z
UID:14097-1637261100-1637264700@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. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/explicit-vocabulary-instruction-for-families-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211103T165109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T211436Z
UID:14174-1637229600-1637235000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Thought Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Guardianship and Supported Decision Making\nThe November 2021 Transition Thought Exchange is designed for District Special Education Administrators\, CSE Chairs and Transition Coordinators and will focus on the Guardianship process and interventions districts should provide to empower independence and prepare their students for successful supported decision making. \n  \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-thought-exchange-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210929T175300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T175300Z
UID:13954-1637175600-1637181000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Linkages Fair: Transition & Inclusive Higher Education Programs
DESCRIPTION:An Event for Parents\, Educators & Advocates to Learn More About\nAdult Services & Transition Planning\nHear from Representatives in Five Key Transition Areas Supporting Westchester County \nFive-Week Virtual Transition Series: \nWeek 1: Oct. 20th\, The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Process & Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs)\nWeek 2: Oct. 27th\, Day Programs\nWeek 3: Nov. 3rd\, Recreation & Respite\nWeek 4: Nov. 10th\, Employment & Prevocational Services\nWeek 5: Nov. 17th\, Transition & Inclusive Higher Education Programs \n  \nClick Here to Register\nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-linkages-fair-transition-inclusive-higher-education-programs/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211027T121528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T173812Z
UID:14095-1637172000-1637175600@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. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/explicit-vocabulary-instruction-for-families/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210916T215406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T215406Z
UID:13897-1637085600-1637089200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices Speaker's Network presents: Tammy Lin
DESCRIPTION:Tammy Lin is an amazing self-advocate living her life with Sturge-Weber syndrome. Her presentation will educate the audience on this condition. Tammy will share how Sturge Weber has shaped her life\, the struggles she has faced and her determination to teach the world to see her for who she really is. Please join us to learn about Tammy. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-speakers-network-presents-tammy-lin/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211101T174125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T160234Z
UID:14145-1636653600-1636659000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Planning for Life after High School: An Introduction to the Process for Families
DESCRIPTION:By Invitation Only\nThis free virtual workshop will provide parents of students with disabilities with information on the school to post-school transition planning process and transition components in the IEP starting at age 15. Families are essential partners with the school district and collaboration with the Committee on Special Education (CSE) team is extremely important to fully understand considerations for successful career development and transition to adulthood. The workshop will help parents to think about their children today\, their children in the future and the support required to help them achieve long-term goals after high school. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-for-life-after-high-school-an-introduction-to-the-process-for-families-6/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210929T175114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T175114Z
UID:13952-1636570800-1636576200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Linkages Fair: Employment & Prevocational Services
DESCRIPTION:An Event for Parents\, Educators & Advocates to Learn More About\nAdult Services & Transition Planning\nHear from Representatives in Five Key Transition Areas Supporting Westchester County \nFive-Week Virtual Transition Series: \nWeek 1: Oct. 20th\, The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Process & Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs)\nWeek 2: Oct. 27th\, Day Programs\nWeek 3: Nov. 3rd\, Recreation & Respite\nWeek 4: Nov. 10th\, Employment & Prevocational Services\nWeek 5: Nov. 17th\, Transition & Inclusive Higher Education Programs \n  \nClick Here to Register\nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-linkages-fair-employment-prevocational-services/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211027T125643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T125643Z
UID:14099-1636567200-1636570800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Living Independently In Your Own Place
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how to start living independently in your own place?\nSolanyi Rosario works for the WIHD Self-Direction team. With self-direction\, you choose your services\, the staff and organizations that provide them\, and a schedule that works best for you. Self-direction empowers people to design supports based on their unique strengths and needs. It gives you more control over the funding used to buy your services. Anyone who is eligible for OPWDD services and enrolled in the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver can choose to self-direct their services. Solanyi will give the Hear Our Voices group an overview of the Housing process\, the different alternatives that exist and how to get this process started. \nHannah Badain is an amazing self-advocate navigating adult services and supports independently. Hannah has educated herself on self-direction and is currently living on her own in Westchester County. Hannah will share her journey towards independent living and the many lessons she has learned in this process. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/living-independently-in-your-own-place/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210921T130349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T151130Z
UID:13901-1636452000-1636459200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Positive Behavior Solutions for Families - Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Event is Full\nPositive 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. \nFour sessions\, each session will cover a different topic all 10am – 12noon. Families should attend all sessions. \nNovember 9\, 2021 \nDecember 7\, 2021 \nJanuary 11\, 2022 \nFebruary 8\, 2022 \n\n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/positive-behavior-solutions-for-families-7/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211029T125121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T125930Z
UID:14122-1636398000-1636403400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Talking to Our Children about Learning Differences
DESCRIPTION:Promoting Self Awareness and Self Determination\nHow do I talk to my child about their disability? This presentation will allow participants to discuss freely the issues surrounding a discussion with your child about their disability or learning differences\, with a positive eye toward self-awareness and self-determination. The workshop will explore tools to support students in expressing themselves as a member of their CSE\, so as to develop a quality IEP that respects and accommodates unique individual needs. \nALL ARE WELCOME! \nPlease RSVP to hcsdparentcommittee@gmail.com with your name and your child’s grade/school. You will be sent a zoom link via email one day prior to the meeting.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/talking-to-our-children-about-learning-differences-4/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T201500
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211015T133900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T134342Z
UID:14057-1636052400-1636056900@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Life Skills Working Group for Parents & Caregivers of Teens & Young Adults with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Session 2: Focus on Finance. We will also review the results of the last session’s take-home assignment. New attendees welcome!\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 monthly 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. \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-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Mid-Hudson%20Special%20Education%20Task%20Force%20%28SETF%29":MAILTO:rfbadvocacy@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210929T174713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T174713Z
UID:13947-1635966000-1635971400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Linkages Fair: Recreation & Respite
DESCRIPTION:An Event for Parents\, Educators & Advocates to Learn More About\nAdult Services & Transition Planning\nHear from Representatives in Five Key Transition Areas Supporting Westchester County \nFive-Week Virtual Transition Series: \nWeek 1: Oct. 20th\, The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Process & Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs)\nWeek 2: Oct. 27th\, Day Programs\nWeek 3: Nov. 3rd\, Recreation & Respite\nWeek 4: Nov. 10th\, Employment & Prevocational Services\nWeek 5: Nov. 17th\, Transition & Inclusive Higher Education Programs \n  \nClick Here to Register\nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-linkages-fair-recreation-respite/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211005T165244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T232301Z
UID:13986-1635879600-1635883200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Voices for Change
DESCRIPTION:Strategies for Engaging Policy Makers\nParents\, family members\, and self-advocates can be highly effective in working with policy makers in the New York State Senate\, New York State Assembly\, as well as United States Senate and Congress. These members “work for us” and it is important that they hear from us on those issues that are important to our community. The Community Support Network is proud to announce that we are kicking off a series of sessions\, designed to teach us all how to be better advocates\, get the attention and ears of our policy makers\, and communicate those issues to get the best results. The series will take place on the first Tuesday of each month\, at 7:00pm. All sessions will be virtual via a ZOOM link. Please register at the link below. Any. questions can be directed to – Lucille Rossi \n  \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/voices-for-change/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210820T142704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210820T142704Z
UID:13799-1635411600-1635433200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Parent Member Training
DESCRIPTION:Hudson Valley FACE Center\, in collaboration with the Lower Hudson Regional Partnership Center will be offering an opportunity for Parent Member Certification. Participants must attend the entire session to be certified. There will be a one hour break for lunch. This virtual workshop will provide an overview and best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process. Parents and Parent Members will learn 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! Any parent or guardian 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. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/virtual-parent-member-training/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210929T174402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T174735Z
UID:13945-1635361200-1635366600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Linkages Fair: Day Programs
DESCRIPTION:An Event for Parents\, Educators & Advocates to Learn More About\nAdult Services & Transition Planning\nHear from Representatives in Five Key Transition Areas Supporting Westchester County \nFive-Week Virtual Transition Series: \nWeek 1: Oct. 20th\, The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Process & Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs)\nWeek 2: Oct. 27th\, Day Programs\nWeek 3: Nov. 3rd\, Recreation & Respite\nWeek 4: Nov. 10th\, Employment & Prevocational Services\nWeek 5: Nov. 17th\, Transition & Inclusive Higher Education Programs \n  \nClick Here to Register\nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-linkages-fair-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210928T145503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T145503Z
UID:13921-1635357600-1635364800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Agency 101 – Connecting Individuals with Disabilities to Adult Services
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide an overview on the primary adult agency providers that are available in NYS and the different types of services they provide to support individuals with disabilities. Participants will receive resources to aid in the promotion of self-determination skills throughout the transition planning process to help students achieve positive post-secondary outcomes for employment\, continued learning and independent living. Join us to increase your knowledge of\, and connection with\, appropriate referral options and processes. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/agency-101-connecting-individuals-with-disabilities-to-adult-services-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211007T145524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T175359Z
UID:14021-1635253200-1635258600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Planificación para Transición de Educación Especial PreEscolar a Kindergarten (CPSE a CSE) (Transition Planning from Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten (CPSE to CSE))
DESCRIPTION:Este 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.* \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. \n  \nIngrese aquí para registrarse
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/planificacion-para-transicion-de-educacion-especial-preescolar-a-kindergarten-cpse-a-cse-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210928T151216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T151707Z
UID:13924-1634904000-1634907600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Community Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Topic: What is a Parent Member?\n  \nSome parents may have been asked by their school district to attend a training to become a “Parent Member” of the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) or Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, but they aren’t really sure what that means\, what’s involved or why it may be beneficial to them. Come hear the answers to these questions and any others you may have. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/lunch-learn-community-conversations/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210928T154127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T154127Z
UID:13929-1634896800-1634902200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the IEP for Parents of Preschool Children
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will 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. \nParticipants will: \nUnderstand the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) process and your role within the process​ Identify the different components of the IEP​ Discuss how to develop relationships and practices that build home-school collaboration and support the student. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-the-iep-for-parents-of-preschool-children-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211005T163518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T170729Z
UID:13983-1634810400-1634815800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Thought Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Navigating Adult Services\nFor School district administrators and special educators: Join us for the second in a series of Transition Thought Exchange discussions to assist school districts in supporting their students and families in partnership with the Community Support Network. The October Thought Exchange will focus on opportunities for professional development for best practices to navigate adult services including OPWDD eligibility and information about Self-Direction services. Designed for District Directors\, Transition Coordinators and Special Education Team members to assure appropriate and timely adult service coordination. For questions contact:Yvette Goorevitch (Ygoorevitch@WIHD.org) \n  \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-thought-exchange-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210929T174112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T175850Z
UID:13942-1634756400-1634761800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Linkages Fair: The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Process & Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs)
DESCRIPTION:An Event for Parents\, Educators & Advocates to Learn More About\nAdult Services & Transition Planning\nHear from Representatives in Five Key Transition Areas Supporting Westchester County \nFive-Week Virtual Transition Series: \nWeek 1: Oct. 20th\, The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Process & Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs)\nWeek 2: Oct. 27th\, Day Programs\nWeek 3: Nov. 3rd\, Recreation & Respite\nWeek 4: Nov. 10th\, Employment & Prevocational Services\nWeek 5: Nov. 17th\, Transition & Inclusive Higher Education Programs \n  \nClick Here to Register\nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-linkages-fair/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20211001T173542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T141922Z
UID:13964-1634752800-1634760000@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-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210915T164745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T144511Z
UID:13888-1633629600-1633633200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices - Self Advocacy Group Meeting : Self Advocates Re-entering the Workforce after COVID
DESCRIPTION:Assemblyman Tom Abinanti will join the Hear Our Voices meeting. Don’t miss this great opportunity to hear Tom talk about Self Advocates Re-entering the Workforce after COVID. \nHOV Speaker’s Network – Adams Danos is a young self-advocate living with Autism. Adam strives to be as independent as possible and wants to live life on his own terms. He is also an avid New Orleans Saints fan and works in the electrical field. Adam is passionate about teaching others about employment barriers for people with disabilities. \n  \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-speakers-network-presents-adam-danos/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T201500
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210913T132056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T173925Z
UID:13885-1632942000-1632946500@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Life Skills Working Group for Parents & Caregivers of Teens & Young Adults with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Life 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 new monthly 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. \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/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210831T171056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210831T171056Z
UID:13846-1632420000-1632425400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Basics
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering applying for SSI for your family member? Come to this workshop to learn some tips and tricks to the application process. When and how to apply\, the eligibility requirements and how to best make the process less stressful. \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supplemental-security-income-ssi-basics-4/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T024819
CREATED:20210906T143050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T172046Z
UID:13856-1632391200-1632396600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Thought Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Build capacity for Transition Supports and Services using ESSER Funding \nThe first in a series of Transition Thought Exchange discussions to assist school districts to support their students and families in partnership with the Community Support Network. The September discussion for District Administrators of Special Education and Transition Coordinators will focus on building capacity for transition supports and services using ESSER funding. This month’s discussion will focus on recovery services including overage students with disabilities. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-thought-exchange/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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