Events for May 3, 2026 - November 2, 2021

Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development Discussion Leader:  Jack Levitz, restauranteur Discussion will include the steps in how to plan and prepare the kinds of foods that we like eating ourselves and can share with our families and friends.  We will learn more about essential and easy-to-use kitchen tools and some important items to have […]

Location:  JV Forrestal School (Library), 125 Liberty Street, Beacon, NY Presenter:  Joyce Hawk, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center This presentation will provide a review of the language and type of information that goes in each section of an Individualized Education Program (IEP); who contributes information; how progress is monitored and how the student's needs […]

Location:  George Fischer Middle School, 281 Fair Street, Carmel, NY Presenter:  Dr. Rowena Talusan-Dunn, Phd ATR CAT Clinical Art Therapist, Special Education Art Therapy Teacher This workshop will provide early childhood participants with:  research based information on creativity development and sensory input, hands-on practical experience exploring specific art techniques to promote relaxation and positive coping […]

Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development Presenter:  Laurie Levine, Regional Special Education Trainer, Lower Hudson Regional Special Education Assistance and Support Center (RSE-TASC) This is a half-day training ONLY for people who have taken the New CSE Training this year.  Topics will include transition from early intervention to CPSE, timelines, the referral and evaluation process, […]

EVENT CANCELLED CHECK WIHD CALENDAR FOR NEW DATES IN THE FALL! **************************************************************** Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development Presenters:  Naomi Brickel  & Stephanie Bellantoni, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center; Barbara Kestenbaum, Lower Hudson Early Childhood Direction Center; Laurie Levine & Stephanie Wozniak, Lower Hudson Regional Special Education Technical Assistance and Support Center This workshop […]

Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development, Valhalla, NY (Boardroom) Presenters:  Naomi Brickel, Director, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center, and Laurie Levine, Regional Special Educational Training Specialist, Lower Hudson RSE-TASC This session will provide an overview of recent changes in policy enacted by the NYSED Board of Regents, and any important proposals being considered. It is a […]

Location:  TOPS Building, 112 Old Route 6, Carmel, NY  10512 Presenters:  Barbara Kestenbaum, MS, Ed, SDA/SAS, Professional Development Specialist, ECDC Click here for Event Flyer.  To register contact Marianne.larm@putnamcountyny.gov.

Location:  Gigi's Playhouse Westchester, Ardsley, New York Presenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center This workshop will explore how transition is reflected in an IEP (how a student’s “Measurable Post-Secondary Goals,” “Transition Needs,” and “Coordinated Set of Transition Activities” are developed), and how parents can facilitate a meaningful partnership with their school district […]

Location:  Carmel CSD - District Office, 81 South Street, Patterson, NY Presenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center This presentation will allow participants to discuss freely the issues surrounding a dicussion with a child about their learning differences in a positive way, with an eye toward self-awareness and self-determination.  The workshop will explore […]

Location:  Rockland BOCES, 65 Parrott Road, West Nyack, NY Presenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center This presentation will allow participants to discuss freely the issues surrounding a discussion with their child about their disability or learning differences, with a positive eye toward self-awareness and self-determination. We will explore tools to support students […]