BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Westchester Institute for Human Development - ECPv6.0.10//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Westchester Institute for Human Development X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wihd.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Westchester Institute for Human Development REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210422T124618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T124640Z UID:13209-1621335600-1621342800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Parent and Family Engagement within the Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) & Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP)Process DESCRIPTION: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\, as well as the guidance regarding the New York State (NYS) Regulations of the Commissioner of Education\, Part 200. \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parent-and-family-engagement-within-the-functional-behavioral-assessment-fba-behavioral-intervention-plan-bipprocess-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210309T210036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210429T182651Z UID:12933-1620930600-1620936000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Transition Planning in the IEP DESCRIPTION:Review your child’s IEP Transition Plan! \nTarget audience:  parents of students with IEPs 8th grade and older\, college bound or other options. \nTransition planning is a process that requires a partnership among the student\, family\, and school district and\, as appropriate\, other agencies that can provide transition activities to help students with disabilities move from school to adult life. By its very nature\, transition planning is a collaborative effort and must be thought of as an ongoing process across multiple school years. \nEffective transition planning is based on the student’s strengths\, preferences\, and interests and focuses attention on how the student’s educational program\, including instruction\, career and educational experiences\, can be planned to help the student make a successful transition to his or her goals for life after high school. \n This will be a hands-on workshop where parents will learn about what makes an EXCELLENT transition plan\, how to partner with the school district\, and how to include instruction\, career\, and educational experiences to lead to future success.  Have your child’s IEP available to follow along with each section \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-in-the-iep/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210430T173338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210504T135810Z UID:13240-1620747000-1620752400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:College Panel: Successful Supports at College for Students with IDD DESCRIPTION:Successful Supports for College Students with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities \nJoin this virtual panel discussion where you will hear first hand from administrators\, residence life directors\, and parents\, the different ways that colleges are supporting students with more significant support needs in the areas of independent living\, campus navigation\, managing academics and social integration. Your questions will contribute to a rich discussion addressing the interests and concerns of students and parents! Please join this event and open doors for your high school student preparing to exit high school. \nDON’T LET THE OPPORTUNITY OF COLLEGE PASS YOU BY – COLLEGE IS AN OPTION AND IS YOUR CHOICE! Feel free to send in questions ahead of time to csn@wihd.org. \nLooking forward to seeing you!\nClick Here to Register URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/college-panel-successful-supports-at-college-for-students-with-idd/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210212T165256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T144658Z UID:12805-1620734400-1620738000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Positive Behavior Solutions for Families DESCRIPTION:Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from March 9 – May 25th\nThis 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 used with all children under 5 years old. (Sessions are not designed to offer parents specific advice for their child’s individual issues). \nIn the last session\, parents will be offered a routine guide that offers advice for supporting their children across common family routines. \nTopics will include: \nMaking Connections – Relationships\, Quality Time and Encouragement \nMaking It Happen – Play\, Friendships and Positive Behavior \nWhy Do They Do What They Do? – Behavior\, Expectations and Rules \nTeach Me What to Do – Emotional Vocabulary\, Anger and Disappointment\, Problem Solving \nFacing the Challenge Part 1 – Strategies to Promote Positive Behavior \nFacing the Challenge Part 2 – Challenging Behavior and Everyday Routines \nEvent Flyer\n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/lunch-and-learn-positive-behavior-solutions-for-families-6/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210510T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210510T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210506T143158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210506T143209Z UID:13252-1620669600-1620673200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices - Self Advocacy Group Meeting: Exploring American Sign Language DESCRIPTION:What is American Sign Language? \nJoin our discussion about communicating with people who are Deaf or hard of hearing.  Learn some basic signs that you can use to communicate with friends!  We will show you some ASL lessons you can access online. \nPlease feel free to share this announcement with other self-advocates who may wish to join and their house staff or family members. \nNew members are always welcome to join! \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-self-advocacy-group-meeting-exploring-american-sign-language/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210330T164343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T195638Z UID:13092-1620378000-1620399600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Entrenamiento para Padres Miembros (en Inglés y Español) DESCRIPTION:Nota: Este es un entrenamiento de cuatro horas con descanso de una hora entre sesiones. Las sesiones serán de 9 am a 12 pm\, con una pausa de 1 hora (12 pm a 1 pm) y la segunda sesión de 1 pm a 3 pm. Debe asistir a ambas sesiones para obtener la certificación como miembro padre.\nEste taller (a través de Zoom) proporcionará una descripción general y un enfoque de mejores prácticas para el proceso de CPSE / CSE educando a los padres y miembros padres para ayudarlos a desarrollar técnicas y estrategias para convertirse en miembros efectivos del equipo del IEP en sus respectivos roles. Este taller está abierto a cualquier persona interesada en aprender sobre el proceso de educación especial\, ¡o incluso como un curso de actualización sobre CPSE / CSE! \nLos padres o tutores cuyo hijo/a tiene o ha tenido un IEP en los últimos 5 años\, recibirán un certificado para presentarlo a su distrito escolar para servir como padre miembro en las reuniones de CPSE / CSE. \nFolleto de Evento\n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/entrenamiento-para-padres-miembros-en-ingles-y-espanol/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210325T201603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T192718Z UID:13070-1620378000-1620399600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Parent Member Training (In English and Spanish) DESCRIPTION:Note: This is a four hour training with a one hour break in between. The sessions will be from 9 am-12 pm\, then a 1 hour break (12 pm-1 pm)\, then the second session from 1 pm-3 pm.  You must attend both sessions to be certified as a Parent Member.\nThis 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! \nParents 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. \nEvent Flyer\nFolleto de Evento URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parent-member-training-in-english-and-spanish/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210416T162740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T135245Z UID:13184-1620307800-1620313200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Hudson Valley PreK Forum Session 2 DESCRIPTION:WIHD is pleased to announce that we will be re-instituting our semi-annual Early Childhood Forums in order to provide professional development and updates to the early childhood community. These Forums are for both parents and Pre-School professionals. \nWe hope you can join us for our launch session\, on Thursday May 6 at either 9 – 10:30am or 1:30 – 3pm. You don’t have to attend both sessions. Please watch your inbox for a registration link. \nIn order to ensure that the content of our forums met the needs of stakeholders\, we ask that please you take 2 minutes to complete a quick survey  regarding potential topics. \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hudson-valley-prek-forum-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T103000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210416T162508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T135121Z UID:13181-1620291600-1620297000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Hudson Valley PreK Forum - Session 1 DESCRIPTION:WIHD is pleased to announce that we will be re-instituting our semi-annual Early Childhood Forums in order to provide professional development and updates to the early childhood community. These Forums are for both parents and Pre-School professionals.\nWe hope you can join us for our launch session\, on Thursday May 6 at either 9 – 10:30am or 1:30 – 3pm. You don’t have to attend both sessions. Please watch your inbox for a registration link. \nIn order to ensure that the content of our forums met the needs of stakeholders\, we ask that please you take 2 minutes to complete a quick   survey  regarding potential topics. \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hudson-valley-prek-forum/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210430T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210430T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210423T223706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T134439Z UID:13217-1619776800-1619784000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:In this workshop parents and families will gain an understanding of credit and regents exam requirements for graduation.  Specifically\, participants will gain insight on self-determination and its relation to transition planning for graduation; different exiting credentials available in NYS; multiple pathways to meeting graduation requirements for all students; appeal eligibility criteria for Regents exam scores for all students; and safety net options for Regents exam scores for students with disabilities.  Hope you can join us! \nPlease notify the Special Education Department at (914)376-8209 at least two days prior to the workshop of any necessary accommodation you may require in order to participate\, or if you require a translator Por favor notifique al Departamento de Educación Especial (914)376-8209 al menos dos días antes del taller\, de cualquier adaptación necesaria que pueda necesitar para participar\, o si necesita un traductor. \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parent-workshop/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210429T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210429T233000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210324T160917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T160917Z UID:13033-1619690400-1619739000@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: \n\nUnderstand the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) process and your role within the process​\nIdentify the different components of the IEP​\nDiscuss how to develop relationships and practices that build home-school collaboration and support the student​\n\n(OSE Partnership with Lower Hudson Regional Partnership Center) \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-the-iep-for-parents-of-preschool-children/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210429T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210429T103000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210325T151143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T130841Z UID:13068-1619686800-1619692200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Transition Thought Exchange (Part 2) (for school professionals) DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nWe are delighted that Yvette Goorevitch\, Special Education Administrator and Educational Consultant will lead this timely work\, which will include a process to assess assets and challenges\, plan strategically\, and explore funding opportunities\, in order to support development of model transition programming.\n\nPlease join us in our initial two-part 90-minute remote convening series on:\n\nApril 22\, 2021 9:00 -10:30 am\nApril 29 9:00 -10:30 am\n\nPlease share this invitation with your District Leaders including:\nAssistant Superintendents of Pupil Services\nDirectors/Supervisors of Special Education\nDirectors of School Counseling\nHigh School Principals\nSpecial Education Teachers\nTransition Coordinators\n\nPlease register by clicking this zoom registration link. URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-thought-exchange-part-2-for-school-professionals/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210421T135542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T114154Z UID:13198-1619546400-1619550000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices Speakers Network - Get to Know Claire! DESCRIPTION:This meeting will highlight one of our amazing self-advocate speakers\, Claire Polin. Come hear her story\, learn from her and find out more about this exciting project. \nThe Speaker’s Network are WIHD Self-Advocates willing to share their stories with other self advocates\, families\, agency partners and professionals. Speaker’s Network participants work\none-on-one with a coach to prepare and practice their multimedia presentations. Self-Advocates are co-collaborators\, working with dignity and professionalism\, and are never asked to share their outside their comfort zone. \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-speakers-network-get-to-know-claire/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210416T194458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T235148Z UID:13190-1619546400-1619550000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:“What’s Next?” Parent Q&A Series Navigating Adult Services DESCRIPTION:FOCUS: Self-Determination Skills \nJoin us for a brief discussion on the importance of supporting the development of skills needed by students who will be transitioning to adult services\, in order to help them to make choices and have a voice in planning their life after high school. Resources will be provided to recognize various adult service agencies and the different types of services available in NYS. Participants are encouraged to come with questions and leave with answers to “What’s next?” in their young adults’ transition to adulthood. \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/whats-next-parent-qa-series/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210212T163226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T144752Z UID:12793-1619524800-1619528400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Positive Behavior Solutions for Families DESCRIPTION:Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from March 9 – May 25th\nThis 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 used with all children under 5 years old. (Sessions are not designed to offer parents specific advice for their child’s individual issues). \nIn the last session\, parents will be offered a routine guide that offers advice for supporting their children across common family routines. \nTopics will include: \nMaking Connections – Relationships\, Quality Time and Encouragement \nMaking It Happen – Play\, Friendships and Positive Behavior \nWhy Do They Do What They Do? – Behavior\, Expectations and Rules \nTeach Me What to Do – Emotional Vocabulary\, Anger and Disappointment\, Problem Solving \nFacing the Challenge Part 1 – Strategies to Promote Positive Behavior \nFacing the Challenge Part 2 – Challenging Behavior and Everyday Routines \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/lunch-and-learn-positive-behavior-solutions-for-families-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T180000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210325T141641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T154844Z UID:13061-1619107200-1619114400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL RESOURCE AND TRANSITION FAIR DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Putnam Transition Consortium \nFor Families and Students with an IEP or 504 Plan Supports and Resources for NOW and in the Future \n  \nExplore Putnam County Resources for education\, recreation\, training & employment\, advocacy\, and much more! \nRepresentatives from a variety of agencies will offer more information. \nBreak out sessions will provide detailed information on a number of different topics. \nQuestions contact Jessica Baumann at jbaumann@putnamils.org \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/virtual-resource-and-transition-fair/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T103000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210325T150811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T193856Z UID:13066-1619082000-1619087400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Transition Thought Exchange (for school professionals) DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nWe are delighted that Yvette Goorevitch\, Special Education Administrator and Educational Consultant will lead this timely work\, which will include a process to assess assets and challenges\, plan strategically\, and explore funding opportunities\, in order to support development of model transition programming.\n\nPlease join us in our initial two-part 90-minute remote convening series on:\n\nApril 22\, 2021 9:00 -10:30 am\nApril 29 9:00 -10:30 am\n\nPlease share this invitation with your District Leaders including:\nAssistant Superintendents of Pupil Services\nDirectors/Supervisors of Special Education\nDirectors of School Counseling\nHigh School Principals\nSpecial Education Teachers\nTransition Coordinators\n\nPlease register by clicking this zoom registration link. URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-thought-exchange-for-school-professionals/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210408T215455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T221637Z UID:13162-1618567200-1618574400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Planificación de la transición para la vida después de la escuela secundaria: Una Introducción al Proceso para las familias DESCRIPTION:Esta preparación en línea proporcionara a los padres de estudiantes con\ndiscapacidades 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 el desarrollo profesional exitoso y la transición a la\nedad adulta. Este taller ayudara a los padres a pensar en sus hijos de hoy\, sus hijos en el futuro y el apoyo necesario para ayudar a sus hijos a alcanzar sus metas a largo plazo después de la escuela secundaria. \nFolleto de Evento URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/planificacion-de-la-transicion-para-la-vida-despues-de-la-escuela-secundaria-una-introduccion-al-proceso-para-las-familias/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210408T214633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T214755Z UID:13156-1618567200-1618574400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Transition Planning for Life After High School: An Introduction to the Process for Families DESCRIPTION: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 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. \nEvent Flyer\nFolleto de Evento URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-for-life-after-high-school-an-introduction-to-the-process-for-families-4/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210304T003743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T003827Z UID:12903-1618515000-1618518600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Soluciones Positivas Para Familias (Positive Solutions for Families) DESCRIPTION: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 5 años. Los materiales se enviarán antes de cada sesión. \nFolleto de Evento URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/soluciones-positivas-para-familias-positive-solutions-for-families-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210401T152456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T195238Z UID:13108-1618509600-1618515000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:ANNUAL REVIEW - PARENT Q & A DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Ossining Union Free School District\nParents 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. \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/annual-review-parent-q-a-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210205T174249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210205T175408Z UID:12732-1618480800-1618488000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Family Engagement: Communication and Culture Online Workshop DESCRIPTION: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; \n● Examine the role of communication in schooling and how culture influences the way we communicate in our respective roles (administrators\, teachers\, etc.). \n● Explore the concept of culture & connect with the idea of Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education. \n● Explore strategies for effective collaboration between families\, caregivers\, and schools to support students in the special education process. \nRegistered participants will receive all relevant links 24 hours before the day of the workshop. \nAfter the Live Zoom\, participants will and complete all assignments at their own pace and submit all work by 9 pm. Upon completion of all assignments and attendance to the mandatory live Zoom session participants will receive 4 CTLE credits. URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-engagement-communication-and-culture-online-workshop-11/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210327T031450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210327T031450Z UID:13086-1618423200-1618426800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Foro de Discusión para Padres ¡Hablemos del Comportamiento! DESCRIPTION: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 cómo abordar comportamientos desafiantes. ¡Abierto a los padres de PreK hasta grado 12! ¡Los presentadores incluirán educadores familiares y especialistas en comportamiento! \nFolleto de Evento URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/foro-de-discusion-para-padres-hablemos-del-comportamiento/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210322T150415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T150415Z UID:13023-1618423200-1618426800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Parent Discussion Forum – Lets Talk Behavior! DESCRIPTION: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! \n  \nWIHD’s Community Support Network is hosting a discussion for parents and professionals to talk about address challenging behaviors.  Open to parents of Prek – 12th graders! Guest speakers will include Family Educators and Behavior Specialists! \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parent-discussion-forum-lets-talk-behavior-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210414T134255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T134255Z UID:13169-1618408800-1618416000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:NYS Diploma & Credential Options for Students with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about graduation and exiting credential options for students with disabilities including: 4+1 Pathway\, the appeals process\, local diploma options\, safety net options\, the Superintendent Determination\, the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential and the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential. Multiple graduation pathways allow for individual students’ strengths\, preferences and interests to be considered which is the basis of quality transition programming and planning. Identification of a Pathway is integral for developing a student’s course of study and improving student outcomes. *(CTLE hours provided for school professionals) \nFor more information email: Kimberly Cannon- kimberly.cannon@dcboces.org URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/nys-diploma-credential-options-for-students-with-disabilities/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210327T024617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T194016Z UID:13085-1618336800-1618340400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices Self-Advocates Monthly Meeting: Staying Healthy\, Fit and Having Fun at Home DESCRIPTION:During this zoom meeting\, we will talk about:\nIdeas for different way we can workout in and outside our homes \nTips on our fitness activities and how we stay active \nTips and learn which is right and wrong to eat to stay healthy. \nThe meeting facilitator will be\, Scott Sessions\, Certified Personal Trainer\, Nutrition Specialist and Titleist Performance Institute Instructor. His Contact\, sessionsbefit@gmail.com – (914) 703-1758. Website\, https://sessionsbefit.com \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/staying-healthy-fit-and-having-fun-at-home/ CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210212T163528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T145006Z UID:12792-1618315200-1618318800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Positive Behavior Solutions for Families DESCRIPTION:Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from March 9 – May 25th\nThis 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 used with all children under 5 years old. (Sessions are not designed to offer parents specific advice for their child’s individual issues). \nIn the last session\, parents will be offered a routine guide that offers advice for supporting their children across common family routines. \nTopics will include: \nMaking Connections – Relationships\, Quality Time and Encouragement \nMaking It Happen – Play\, Friendships and Positive Behavior \nWhy Do They Do What They Do? – Behavior\, Expectations and Rules \nTeach Me What to Do – Emotional Vocabulary\, Anger and Disappointment\, Problem Solving \nFacing the Challenge Part 1 – Strategies to Promote Positive Behavior \nFacing the Challenge Part 2 – Challenging Behavior and Everyday Routines \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/lunch-and-learn-positive-behavior-solutions-for-families-3/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210326T202919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T203201Z UID:13076-1617908400-1617913800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Talking about Sexuality with Your Children with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Talking about sexuality can be very challenging for all parents\, even more with your child with a developmental disability. This workshop will help you become more comfortable with topic by providing insights and strategies for communicating with your child and assessing appropriate developmental stages for addressing certain topics. This workshop is for family members of individuals with disabilities of all ages. \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/talking-about-sexuality-with-your-children-with-disabilities-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210324T141710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T212809Z UID:13031-1617901200-1617908400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Parent Member Training DESCRIPTION:Note: this is a four hour training. You must attend both sessions to be certified as a Parent Member.\n(second session April 15\, 2021 5:00pm – 7:00 pm)\nThis 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! \nParents 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. \nEvent Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parent-member-training-3/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T183000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111749 CREATED:20210322T150926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T151310Z UID:13026-1617728400-1617733800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:INFORMACIÓN BÁSICA DE INGRESOS DE SEGURIDAD SUPLEMENTARIOS (SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME (SSI) BASICS) DESCRIPTION:¿Está considerando solicitar SSI para su familiar?\nVen a este taller para conocer algunos consejos y trucos para el proceso de solicitud. Cuándo y cómo presentar la solicitud\, los requisitos de elegibilidad y la mejor manera de hacer que el proceso sea menos estresante. \nFolleto De Evento URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/informacion-basica-de-ingresos-de-seguridad-suplementarios-supplemental-security-income-ssi-basics/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR