Whether you are a parent of a preschooler or a teenager, parenting can be challenging as children continue to learn from home and have limited social/outdoor activities with winter here! WIHD’s Community Support Network is hosting a discussion for parents and professionals to talk about address challenging behaviors. Open to parents of Prek – […]
Si usted es padre de un niño preescolar o un adolescente, la crianza de los hijos puede ser un reto, ya que los niños siguen aprendiendo de casa y tienen actividades sociales al aire libre limitadas. La Red de Apoyo Comunitario de WIHD organizó un foro para que los padres y los profesionales hablen sobre […]
This webinar is designed to introduce educators to concepts of communication and culture that impact the ways educators and educational organizations (EOs) interact with families. Some of the key ideas that will be discussed in the two-part webinar; ● Examine the role of communication in schooling and how culture influences the way we communicate in […]
In collaboration with Ossining Union Free School District 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. […]
Una serie de seis entrenamientos que proporcionará información a las familias sobre cómo promover las habilidades sociales y emocionales, comprender el comportamiento y utilizar enfoques positivos para ayudar a los niños a aprender el comportamiento apropiado. Los entrenamientos están diseñados para dar a los padres estrategias clave que se puedan usar con niños menores de […]
This on-line training will provide parents of students with disabilities with information on the school to post-school transition planning process. 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 […]
Esta preparación en línea proporcionara a los padres de estudiantes con discapacidades información sobre el proceso de planificación de la transición de la escuela a la post-escuela. Las familias son aliados esenciales del distrito escolar y la colaboración con el equipo del comité de educación (CSE) es extremadamente importante para comprender completamente las consideraciones para […]
WIHD is excited to invite you to the Transition Thought Exchange, an initiative to support school districts in strategic planning and implementation for post-secondary transition for students with disabilities. As we emerge from a pandemic that has significantly impacted students with disabilities and their transition planning and experiences, it's even more critical. We are delighted that Yvette Goorevitch, Special Education […]
Hosted by Putnam Transition Consortium For Families and Students with an IEP or 504 Plan Supports and Resources for NOW and in the Future Explore Putnam County Resources for education, recreation, training & employment, advocacy, and much more! Representatives from a variety of agencies will offer more information. Break out sessions will provide detailed […]
Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from March 9 – May 25th This six series parent training will provide information for families on how to promote children’s social and emotional skills, understand their problem behavior, and use positive approaches to help children learn appropriate behavior. The trainings are designed to give parents key strategies that may be […]