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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180111T180000
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SUMMARY:Preparing for Your Child's Annual Review (in English and Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Park Early Childhood Center\, Ossining\, New York \nPresenters:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center\, and Lulu Bencosme\, Bilingual Outreach Coordinator\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis workshop will cover the purpose and process of the annual review\, and how the CSE team navigates through the IEP\, and measures parents can take to effectively prepare for the annual review so as to properly engage in the CSE meeting.  Parents will be introduced to essential tools available on the HVSEPC website to support them in their preparation. (snow date 1/18/18).   \nClick here for Event Flyer. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-for-your-childs-annual-review-in-english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:Park Early Childhood Center\, 22 Edward Street\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171204T161208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171213T205027Z
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SUMMARY:Transition and CSE Meetings for Parents
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 10\, 2018 at 7:00 pm \nLocation:  Rockland BOCES\, 65 Parrott Road\, West Nyack\, NY \nPresenters:  Stephanie Wozniak\, Transition Specialist\, Lower Hudson Regional Special Education Technical Assistance Support Center\, and Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center. \nDiscussion will include: * How Transition Planning is Reflected in the IEP * Measurable Post-Secondary Goals * Transition Needs – Coordinated Set of Transition Activities * The Parent Role at the CSE – How to Have Meaningful Partnerships in Transition * \nClick here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-and-cse-meetings-for-parents/
LOCATION:Rockland BOCES\, 65 Parrott Road\, Building # 10\, West Nyack\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180110T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20180103T192642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180103T194841Z
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SUMMARY:Transitioning from CPSE to Kindergarten (CSE)
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Yorktown Central School District \nSnow Date:  01/17/18 \nContact Janet Lowe at jlowe@wihd.org or (914) 493-2902 for more information.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transitioning-from-cpse-to-kindergarten-cse/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171107T134132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T134132Z
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SUMMARY:Special Education 101 for Parents
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development – Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom\, Valhalla\, NY  10595 \nPresenters: Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center; Naomi Brickel\, Director\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center; Barbara Kestenbaum\, Professional Development Trainer\, Early Childhood Direction Center; Laurie Levine\, Regional Special Education Training Specialist\, Lower Hudson RSE-TASC; Stephanie Wozniak\, Regional Special Education Training Specialist\, Lower Hudson RSE-TASC. \nThis workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the Special Education process.  It is geared to parents of students with IEPs who were recently classified\, or those looking to gain greater understanding of this complex process.  This workshop will give you the information you need to know in order to be an effective Special Ed Parent.  Click here for Event Flyer. \nSpace is limited!  Register today! \nContact Lucille Rossi at lrossi@wihd.org or (914) 493-7665.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/special-education-101-for-parents/
LOCATION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom \, Valhalla\, NY\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171030T195506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171212T202438Z
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SUMMARY:Preparing for Your Child's Annual Review
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Rebecca Turner Elementary School\, 625 S 4th Ave\, Mt. Vernon\, NY 10550  \nSpeaker:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nParents are essential members of the Committee on Special Education (CSE).  This workshop will start with the purpose of the annual review\, how the CSE team maneuvers through the various sections of the IEP in their discussion\, and measures parents can take to effectively prepare for the annual review so as to properly engage in the CSE meeting.  Parents will be guided through the process of organizing their thoughts and issues prior to the annual review\, for effective presentation.  They will be introduced to essential tools available on the HVSEPC website to support them in their preparation.  The discussion will also include recommendations for handling a CSE that is struggling to meet consensus. \nClick here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-for-your-childs-annual-review/
LOCATION:Rebecca Turner Elementary School\, 625 S 4th Ave\, Mt. Vernon\, NY\, 10550\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171107T133110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T133110Z
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SUMMARY:New Special Education Regulations and Updates
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development \n                     Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom\, Valhalla\, NY 10595 \nPresenters:  Naomi Brickel\, Director\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \n                          Laurie Levine\, Regional Special Education Training Specialist \nThis 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 must for parents and professionals of students with disabilities in middle and high school.  Administrators and SEPTA (or other special education parent leadership) are encouraged to attend together.  Click here for Event Flyer. \nSpace is limited!  Register today! \nContact Stephanie Bellantoni at sbellantoni@wihd.org or call (914) 493-7665.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/new-special-education-regulations-and-updates/
LOCATION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom \, Valhalla\, NY\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171201T201354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171201T201354Z
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SUMMARY:CPSE/CSE Parent Member Training
DESCRIPTION:CPSE/CSE Parent Member Training\nTuesday\, December 12th at 9:00 am – 1:00 pm \nArlington Central School District Central Administrative Office \n144 Todd Hill Road\, Lagrangeville\, New York  12540 \nThis training is designed to provide Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE) Parent Members with a best practices approach to the special education process consistent with State law and regulation. Participants will develop techniques and strategies to support parents and fulfill the Parent Member role in a CPSE/CSE meeting. \nAs a Parent Member you will get more than you give! You will gain the opportunity to increase your understanding of regulations and the CPSE/CSE process\, as well as get to know the people and programs in your school district\, so that you can be a more effective member of your own child’s CPSE/CSE.   *Please bring any food and drinks you would like to have during the training. Vending machines are available within the building as well. \nRegistration is required. Please contact: Debbie Lynch at 845.486.4494 x20200 \nClick here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/cpsecse-parent-member-training-6/
LOCATION:Arlington Central School District Administrative Office\, 144 Todd Hill Road\, Lagrangeville\, NY\, 12540\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171121T153134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T153236Z
UID:7870-1513015200-1513022400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices Self- Advocacy Group Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Hear Our Voices:  Self Advocacy Group at WIHD \nHoliday Party Buffet\nMonday\, December 11\, 2017 \nWestchester Institute for Human Development \nMain Lobby \n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm \nWelcoming Remarks and Introductions of Self-advocates\, Families and Staff \nMeet\, Mingle and Join the Fun! \nPlease RSVP by Monday\, December 4th to mlevitz@wihd.org or (914) 493-8119. \nClick here for Event Flyer.  Please email mlevitz@wihd.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-self-advocacy-group-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom \, Valhalla\, NY\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Self%20Advocacy%20Group%20at%20WIHD":MAILTO:mlevitz@wihd.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171107T141039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T141124Z
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SUMMARY:CPSE/CSE Parent Member Training
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development \n                     Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom\, Valhalla\, NY  10595 \nPresenters:  Laurie Levine\, Regional Special Education Training Specialist\, Lower Hudson RSE-TASC; and Naomi Brickel\, Director\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis workshop is designed to provide CPSE and CSE Parent Members with a best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process and their role as a Parent Member that is consistent with State law and regulation. The goals of this training are for Parent Members to have a greater understanding of the role and requirements of a Parent Member and the special education process; and develop techniques and strategies to support the parent and fulfill the Parent Member role in a meeting.  Click here for Event Flyer. \nSpace is limited! Register today! \nContact Stephanie Bellantoni at sbellantoni@wihd.org or (914) 493-7665.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/cpsecse-parent-member-training-5/
LOCATION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom \, Valhalla\, NY\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171103T175104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171117T162409Z
UID:7698-1512388800-1512394200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:EVENT CANCELLED - A Tale of Two Attorneys:  A Supreme Court Decision
DESCRIPTION:EVENT CANCELLED\n  \nL
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/a-tale-of-two-attorneys-a-supreme-court-decision-endrew-f-v-douglas-county-school-district/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171130T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171106T191821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T130300Z
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SUMMARY:First Steps in the Career Planning Process
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Beacon High School\, Beacon\, NY \nSpeaker:  Joyce M. Hawk\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis presentation will review the career assessment process which schools are required to provide to students beginning at age 12 in order  to determine career-related skills\, talents and interests. Parents will learn how to provide information about their child’s strengths and abilities and engage their child in the decision-making process as future planning goals are developed in the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). \nSponsored by Beacon City School District’s IEP/504 Parent Support Group \nFor more information contact Lionel Lutley\, Meeting Facilitator \nat lionel.lutley@yahoo.co.uk or 845-559-4337
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/first-steps-in-the-career-planning-process-3/
LOCATION:Beacon High School\, 101 Matteawan Road (Rm C-138)\, Beacon\, NY\, 12508\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171129T103000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171030T201024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T131533Z
UID:7691-1511946000-1511951400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:LES INVITAMOS A NUESTRO GROUPO DE PADRES
DESCRIPTION:Lugar de Evento:  Columbus Elementary School\,  \n                                    275 Washington Ave\, New Rochelle\, NY 10801 \nPresentadora:  Lulu Bencosme\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nLa Senora Bencosme del Instituto de Desarrollo para ninos en Westchester\,  va a presentar como aplicar para servicios de OPWDD y hablar sobre recursos que ofrece su agencia para ninos  con necessidadese especiales.  Preguntas? Llamar a Caryn Da’Loia  (914) 576-4407 o Dr. Elizabeth Stanton (914) 576-4408.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/les-invitamos-a-nuestro-groupo-de-padres/
LOCATION:Columbus Elementary School\, 275 Washington Ave\,\, New Rochelle\, NY\, 10801\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171128T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171005T200120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T131915Z
UID:7618-1511897400-1511902800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Special Education – Nuts and Bolts
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Blind Brook MSHS Instructional Media Center \n                     840 King Street\, Rye Brook\, NY 10573 \n \nSpeaker:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis presentation will include an overview of Special Education and Section 504\, the factors considered in determining eligibility\, and an explanation of the steps in the special education process.  As the parent of a child with learning differences and special education needs\, this discussion will prepare you to be more engaged in your child’s education and school experience\, and to be a more effective member of your child’s decision making team. Please join us! \nClick here for Event Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/special-education-nuts-and-bolts/
LOCATION:Blind Brook Middle School High School\, 840 King Street\, Rye Brook\, NY\, 10573\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171127T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171127T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171103T173051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T131239Z
UID:7695-1511784000-1511791200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Graduation Requirements\, Diploma Options\, and Commencement Credentials
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Mental Health Association in Orange County\,  \n                     73 James P. Kelly Way\, Middletown\, NY 10940 \nPresenter:  Joyce M. Hawk\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis presentation gives a brief overview of the requirements needed for a diploma but will mostly focus on the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential which is awarded to students participating in the NYS Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) testing program. OPEN TO ALL FAMILIES\, INDIVIDUALS\, PROVIDERS\, EDUCATORS\, and AGENCY PARTNERS.   \nTo register online go to https://goo.gl/forms/de2DpWNTldcDuFkz1  or contact Mahlon Groom at mgroom@mhaorangeny.com or (845) 342-2400 Ext. 1253.  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-graduation-requirements-diploma-options-and-commencement-credentials/
LOCATION:Mental Health Association in Orange County\, Inc.\, 73 James P. Kelly Way\, Middletown\, NY\, 10940\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental%20Health%20Association%20in%20Orange%20County%2C%20Inc.":MAILTO:mgroom@mhaorangeny.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171120T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171120T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171005T180836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T180836Z
UID:7586-1511166600-1511175600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:TELLs (Transition for English Language Learners) Consortium and Book Study Group (4-Day)
DESCRIPTION:Location: \nSession 1 – 11/20/17 – Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES (200 BOCES Drive\, Yorktown Heights) \nSession 2 – 12/19/17 – Southern Westchester BOCES (450 Mamaroneck Avenue\, Harrison) \nSession 3 – 1/29/18 – Rockland BOCES (65 Parrott Road\, West Nyack) \nSession 4 – 2/26/18 – Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES (200 BOCES Drive\, Yorktown Heights) \nSpeakers:  Kathleen “Kit” Casey\, Transition Specialist\, Lower Hudson RSE-TASC\, and Lulu Bencosme\, Bilingual Specialist\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nJoin us as we discuss transition planning for middle and high school students who are ELLs with special needs. During the four-part series\, facilitated by a bilingual family specialist and a transition specialist\, we will explore strategies for supporting students in terms of identifying educational and vocational goals\, accessing programs and services\, as well as developing family and community connections.\nDuring each meeting participants will engage in networking\, topic discussions and a book study featuring Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Youth by Gary Greene. Complementary copies of the book will be provided to all registrants. Please plan to attend all four sessions.  Click here for Event Flyer and Registration.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/tells-transition-for-english-language-learners-consortium-and-book-study-group-4-day/
LOCATION:Session 1 – PNW BOCES – School Services Building*\, 200 BOCES Drive\, School Services Bldg.\, Yorktown Heights\, NY\, 10598\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171117T103000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171030T200821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T131741Z
UID:7686-1510909200-1510914600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Les Invitamos a Nuestro Grupo de Padres
DESCRIPTION:Lugar de Evento:  Barnard Elementary School\,  \n                                    129 Barnard Road\, New Rochelle\, NY 10801 \nPresentadora:  Lulu Bencosme\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nLa Senora Bencosme del Instituto de Desarrollo para ninos en Westchester\,  va a presentar como aplicar para servicios de OPWDD y hablar sobre recursos que ofrece su agencia para ninos  con necessidadese especiales.  Preguntas? Llamar a Alycia Da’Loia-Moore (914) 576-4692. \nClick aqui para mas informacion.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/les-invitamos-a-nuestro-grupo-de-padres/
LOCATION:Barnard Elementary School\, 129 Barnard Road\, New Rochelle\, NY\, 10801\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171113T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20170125T213430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170125T213430Z
UID:6087-1510597800-1510603200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:More About Taking Charge of Our Everyday Life through Self-Direction
DESCRIPTION:Hear Our Voices:  Self Advocacy Group at WIHD \nTopic: More About Taking Charge of Our Everyday Life through Self-Direction \nDiscussion Leader:  John Maltby\, MS. director for the Community Support Network \nMonday\, November 13\, 2017 \n6:30 pm – 8:00 pm \nPlease email mlevitz@wihd.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/taking-charge-everyday-life-self-direction/
LOCATION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom \, Valhalla\, NY\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Self%20Advocacy%20Group%20at%20WIHD":MAILTO:mlevitz@wihd.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171108T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171005T194930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T132022Z
UID:7613-1510167600-1510174800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:General Education Supports and Special Education Eligibility - A Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Location:  George Fischer Middle School\, 281 Fair Street\, Carmel\, NY \nSpeaker:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis workshop will explore the various ways in which we as members of our Committee on Special Education examine a student’s performance levels and the possibility of a special education program.  The discussion will include the availability of general education supports\, 504 plans\, requests for referrals\, evaluations\, timelines\, and the factors considered for special education eligibility and IEPs.  There is an underlying theme of collaboration and communication amongst the CSE members\, to support amicable interactions and better outcomes for students.  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/general-education-supports-504s-and-special-education-eligibility-a-discussion/
LOCATION:George Fischer Middle School\, 281 Fair Street\, Carmel\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171108T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171005T193235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T132111Z
UID:7603-1510133400-1510138800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Talking To Our Children About Their Learning Differences: Promoting Self-Awareness & Self-Determination
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Seven Bridges Middle School\, 222 Seven Bridges Road\, Chappaqua\, NY \nSpeaker:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis 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.  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/talking-to-our-children-about-their-learning-differences-promoting-self-awareness-self-determination/
LOCATION:Seven Bridges Middle School\, 222 Seven Bridges Road\, Chappaqua\, NY\, 10514\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171107T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171107T000000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171107T132218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T132218Z
UID:7592-1510012800-1510012800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:TELLs (Transition for English Language Learners) Consortium and Book Study Group (4-Day)
DESCRIPTION:Location: \nSession 1 – 11/20/17 – Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES                                                                                                      (200 BOCES Drive\, Yorktown Heights) \nSession 2 – 12/19/17 – Southern Westchester BOCES (450 Mamaroneck Avenue\, Harrison) \nSession 3 – 1/29/18 – Rockland BOCES (65 Parrott Road\, West Nyack) \nSession 4 – 2/26/18 – Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES (200 BOCES Drive\, Yorktown Heights) \nSpeakers:  Kathleen “Kit” Casey\, Transition Specialist\, Lower Hudson RSE-TASC\, and Lulu Bencosme\, Bilingual Specialist\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nJoin us as we discuss transition planning for middle and high school students who are ELLs with special needs. During the four-part series\, facilitated by a bilingual family specialist and a transition specialist\, we will explore strategies for supporting students in terms of identifying educational and vocational goals\, accessing programs and services\, as well as developing family and community connections.\nDuring each meeting participants will engage in networking\, topic discussions and a book study featuring Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Youth by Gary Greene. Complementary copies of the book will be provided to all registrants. Please plan to attend all four sessions.  Click here for Event Flyer and Registration.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/tells-transition-for-english-language-learners-consortium-and-book-study-group-4-day-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171102T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171102T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171009T143202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171009T143202Z
UID:7633-1509645600-1509652800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Parents as Partners in the Special Education Process:  Communication Matters (in English and Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Park Early Childhood Center\, Ossining\, NY \nPresenters:  Stephanie Bellantoni and Lulu Bencosme\, \nHudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nParents are key members of the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE).  While professionals from several disciplines may participate in a CPSE or CSE meeting\, sharing their various expertise in their respective fields\, the parent has insight no one else on that team can have as to how her child operates and learns.  This presentation highlights effective means of communication throughout the school year\, and in the CPSE and CSE meetings themselves.  We will provide you with tools to help you to fully participate in the development of your child’s special education plan.  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parents-as-partners-in-the-special-education-process-communication-matters-in-english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:Park Early Childhood Center\, 22 Edward Street\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171030T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171005T192208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T192208Z
UID:7593-1509384600-1509390000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the Special Education Process . . . Do I Need An Attorney? . . . Or Can I Handle This Myself?
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Barnum Financial Group\, 565 Taxter Road\, Elmsford\, New York \nSpeakers:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center\, Valhalla\, NY and Marna Solarsh\, Esq.\, Special Education Attorney\, Scarsdale\, NY \nThis workshop will explore navigation of the Special Education process in NYS\, measures for collaborating with your school district and being an effective member of your child’s Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, and identifying when you may need to seek assistance from an advocate or attorney.  With an introduction by Christina M. Maurillo\, LUTCF\, CLU®\, ChFC®\, MBA\, Barnum Financial Group.  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/navigating-the-special-education-process-do-i-need-an-attorney-or-can-i-handle-this-myself/
LOCATION:Barnum Financial Group\, 565 Taxter Road - Suite 625\, Elmsford\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20170802T181043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171006T155200Z
UID:7026-1509091200-1509105600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Early Childhood Inclusion Institute
DESCRIPTION:Inclusion in Preschool Settings:\nObstacles\, Solutions\, and Benefits\n\n\n\nPlease join us for a morning conference that will highlight best practices and social considerations in the implementation of high quality inclusive preschool programs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker:   Alissa Rausch\, EdD is faculty in the Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education program at University of Colorado Denver. Her work at the university has blossomed from 15 years of practice as an early childhood educator working in inclusive preschool classrooms serving young children and their families. Her current work centers on supporting preservice and inservice practitioners to build their capacity to act as agents of social change and implement quality inclusive practices for young children in the field of early childhood\n\n\n\nSponsored by the Lower Hudson Early Childhood Direction Center and the Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center!\nSpace is Limited . . .Register Today!
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/save-date-early-childhood-inclusion-institute/
LOCATION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom \, Valhalla\, NY\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Lower%20Hudson%20Early%20Childhood%20Direction%20Center":MAILTO:jlowe@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171026T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171026T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20170825T135123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170825T135123Z
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SUMMARY:Transition Planning for Life after High School
DESCRIPTION:Date:  October 26\, 2017 \nTime:  6:30 pm – 8:00 pm \nLocation:  Rhinebeck High School Library\, Rhinebeck\, NY \nPresenter:  Joyce Hawk\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nParents will learn how planning for a child’s transition to adulthood is incorporated into the IEP at age 15 and how transition activities to reach future goals can be provided to the student. \nFor more information\, contact: \nMs. Emily Davidson \nDirector of Special Education Services\, RCSD \n(845) 871-5570\, ext. 5551
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-life-high-school/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171023T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171023T173000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20170821T144742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170821T144742Z
UID:7108-1508774400-1508779800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Planning for Life After High School\, Transition Planning\, & NYS Diploma and Exiting Options
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Mt. Pleasant Cottage School \nDate:   October 23\, 2017 \nTime:  4:00 pm – 5:30 pm \nEducational programs to which our children are exposed pave the way for their opportunities following the K-12 years. This presentation will address the expanding high school credential and exiting options for students with disabilities\, and the importance of identifying post-secondary goals so that appropriate transition supports and services can be put into place. The discussion will include post-secondary measurable goals\, high school transition service needs\, and the coordinated set of transition activities.  For information contact mlee@mpcsny.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/planning-life-high-school-transition-planning-nys-diploma-exiting-options/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171019T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171019T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20170907T164100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170907T164100Z
UID:7487-1508437800-1508446800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:"Swim Team" - Film Showing and Panel Discussion\, Ossining Documentary and Discussion Series
DESCRIPTION:Date:  Thursday\, October 19\, 2017 at 6:30 pm \nLocation:  Ossining Library’s Budarz Theatre\, 53 Croton Avenue\, Ossining\, NY \n“Swim Team” – Film Showing and Panel Discussion \n Ossining Documentary and Discussion Series \nThe Ossining Documentary and Discussion Series identifies films that are meaningful to their community\, and brings people together for the film and a panel discussion.  In the movie Swim Team\, director Lara Stolman (whose documentaries have appeared on major news channels and websites) presents the story of parents in a New Jersey community who take matters into their own hands when they feel their own community has given up on their son who is on the autism spectrum.  They form a competitive swim team\, recruiting diverse teens on the spectrum and training them with high expectations.  The film tracks this family’s commitment to inclusion\, independence and success for their son.  To view a trailer visit http://www.swimteamthefilm.com/filmmakers.php. \nTo track this event and its developing panelists\, which will include Stephanie Bellantoni from Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center\, visit https://ossiningdocumentaries.org/. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/swim-team-film-showing-panel-discussion-ossining-documentary-discussion-series/
LOCATION:Home
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171019T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20170907T160936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171006T141720Z
UID:7486-1508403600-1508410800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Parent Engagement in the Special Education Process: Collaborating with your School District to Promote Better Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Date:  October 19\, 2017 @ 9:00 am \nLocation:  Milton Elementary School – 12 Hewlett Avenue\, Rye\, NY \nPresenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nSponsored by Rye RAISE (Rye All Inclusive Special Education) Parent Group \nParents are key members of the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE).  While professionals from several disciplines may participate in a CPSE or CSE meeting\, sharing their various expertise in their respective fields\, the parent is an expert on his or her own child.  This presentation highlights effective means of communication throughout the school year\, and in the CPSE and CSE meetings themselves.  We will provide you with tools to help you to fully participate in the development of your child’s special education plan.  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parent-engagement-special-education-process-collaborating-school-district-promote-better-outcomes/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20170811T205113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T193329Z
UID:7084-1508349600-1508356800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Your Child's IEP
DESCRIPTION:Date:  October 18\, 2017 \nLocation:  Rebecca Turner Middle School\, Mt. Vernon\, New York \nPresenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nWhat is the purpose of the IEP?  What are the various components of the IEP\, and what information is intended to be covered within each of those sections?  Including a review of the New York State IEP form itself\, this program will support parents in gaining a better understanding of how to navigate the IEP\, where certain kinds of information would appropriately be covered\, and how to follow along during discussions at CSE meetings.  Having a better understanding of this critical document will enable parents to be more astute in assessing their child’s education program (is it effective?  is it appropriate?)\, in light of the student’s progress and development from year to year.  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-childs-iep-2/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20171004T172257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171004T172257Z
UID:7581-1508230800-1508252400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Planning (Middle School and Beyond) for English Language Learners Who Have IEPs
DESCRIPTION:Location:  \nPutnam Northern Westchester BOCES \nSpeakers:  Kathleen “Kit” Casey\, Transition Specialist\, Lower Hudson Regional Special\nEducation Technical Assistance and Support Center (RSE-TASC) and Lulu Bencosme\, Bilingual Specialist\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center\,  Westchester Institute for Human Development (WIHD) \nJoin us as we explore cultural competency in school and its impact on planning for the future. We will discuss family involvement and how to develop accessible environments. Diploma and certificate options will be reviewed as well as strategies for connecting with community services and programs. Transition planning tools and resources\, available in multiple languages\, will be shared. \nThere is no charge for this workshop. Lunch is on your own. \nClick here for Event Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-middle-school-and-beyond-for-english-language-learners-who-have-ieps/
LOCATION:Session 1 – PNW BOCES – School Services Building*\, 200 BOCES Drive\, School Services Bldg.\, Yorktown Heights\, NY\, 10598\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171016T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T232555
CREATED:20170125T212111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170125T212111Z
UID:6085-1508178600-1508184000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Disabilities in the Entertainment World - How Actors with Disabilities in Movies\, TV and Theater are Impacting on Public Awareness
DESCRIPTION:Hear Our Voices:  Self Advocacy Group at WIHD \nTopic: Disabilities in the Entertainment World \nHow Actors with Disabilities in Movies\, TV and Theater are Impacting on Public Awareness \nDiscussion Leader:  Emily Pearl Kingsley\, Emmy Award Winning Writer \nMonday\, October 16\, 2017 \n6:30 pm – 8:00 pm \nPlease email mlevitz@wihd.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/disabilities-entertainment-world-actors-disabilities-movies-tv-theater-impacting-public-awareness/
LOCATION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom \, Valhalla\, NY\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Self%20Advocacy%20Group%20at%20WIHD":MAILTO:mlevitz@wihd.org
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