Events for July 13, 2021 - June 3, 2021

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 […]

Location:  Beacon High School (Room C-138), 101 Matteawan Road, Beacon Presenter:  Joyce M. Hawk, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center This presentation will provide parents with a better understanding of the laws that affect students with disabilities and how services and supports can be provided to ensure students are participating fully in the programs and […]