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SUMMARY:Talking To Our Children About Their Learning Differences:  Promoting Self-Awareness and Self-Determination
DESCRIPTION:Talking To Our Children About Their Learning Differences:  Promoting Self-Awareness & Self-Determination \nThis presentation will allow participants to engage in discussions 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. \nLocation: \nC.J. Hooker Middle School\, Auditorium \n41 Lincoln Avenue \nGoshen\, NY 10924 \nPlease register by 1/23/20 here:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6rbvieghzlTRur6s8AYvzF4sFy9Fuk-7pffLpMshoNY0ndw/viewform \nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/talking-to-our-children-about-their-learning-differences-promoting-self-awareness-self-determination-4/
LOCATION:C.J. Hooker Middle School\, Auditorium\, 41 Lincoln Avenue\, Goshen\, NY\, 10924
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200128T210000
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SUMMARY:Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting \nThis presentation will provide parents with a broad understanding of what is typically discussed during a child’s annual review meeting with the Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, which reviews the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and its effectiveness\, resulting in recommendations for the upcoming school year. Specific tips on how to be better prepared to effectively participate in this discussion will be provided. Problem-solving strategies to address concerns will also be suggested to help parents work with their school team to achieve positive outcomes. \nLocation: Blind Brook District
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-for-an-annual-review-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200128T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200128T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20200114T174950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200114T180444Z
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SUMMARY:The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
DESCRIPTION:The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services \nThis session will offer parents preparing for their child’s transition from preschool to kindergarten and school-age special education services. Topics covered include: legal entitlements to appropriate services and supports in the least restrictive environment\, comparison of Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE) services and programs\, CSE members’ roles and responsibilities\, disability classifications and IEP development\, and services available through special education during elementary school years and beyond. \nLocation: Pearl River- South Orange
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/the-transition-from-preschool-to-school-age-special-education-services-2/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200127T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200127T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20200114T174820Z
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SUMMARY:The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services
DESCRIPTION:The Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education Services \nThis session will offer parents preparing for their child’s transition from preschool to kindergarten and school-age special education services. Topics covered include: legal entitlements to appropriate services and supports in the least restrictive environment\, comparison of Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE) services and programs\, CSE members’ roles and responsibilities\, disability classifications and IEP development\, and services available through special education during elementary school years and beyond. \nLocation: Port Chester-Rye District \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/the-transition-from-preschool-to-school-age-special-education-services/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200127T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200127T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20200109T181608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200109T181608Z
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SUMMARY:Transition from CPSE to CSE Going to Kindergarten (Presentation will be in English and Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Transition from CPSE to CSE Going to Kindergarten (Presentation will be in English and Spanish) \nThis workshop will be presented in English and Spanish for parents of children who are transitioning from the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) to the Committee on Special Education (CSE). \nAttendees will learn about: CSE Process and timelines\, Similarities and differences between CPSE and CSE\, Roles and responsibilities of CSE members and parent rights\, Evaluations\, eligibility and the individualized education program (IEP)\, Continuum of services in CSE & Districtwide support & services\, Current federal and state regulations. \n Port Chester Public School District is collaborating and has invited the Community Support Network from the Westchester Institute for Human Development (WIHD) which is Hudson Valley’s resource for individuals with disabilities\, their families\, and the professionals supporting them. \n  \nLocation: John F. Kennedy Magnet School\, 40 Olivia Street\, Port Chester NY 10573 \n  \nRSVP:  To register or for additional information please call or email Alison Mancheno at (914) 934-7927 or cpseportchester@pcrufsd.org
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-from-cpse-to-cse-going-to-kindergarten-presentation-will-be-in-english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:John F. Kennedy Magnet School\, 40 Olivia Street\, Port Chester\, NY\, 10573
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20200116T185905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200116T190013Z
UID:10555-1579719600-1579726800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Location: Irvington \nPreparing for an Annual Review Meeting \nThis presentation will provide parents with a broad understanding of what is typically discussed during a child’s annual review meeting with the Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, which reviews the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and its effectiveness\, resulting in recommendations for the upcoming school year. Specific tips on how to be better prepared to effectively participate in this discussion will be provided. Problem-solving strategies to address concerns will also be suggested to help parents work with their school team to achieve positive outcomes.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-for-an-annual-review-meeting-6/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20200114T173448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200122T155237Z
UID:10613-1579719600-1579726800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting \nThis presentation will provide parents with a broad understanding of what is typically discussed during a child’s annual review meeting with the Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, which reviews the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and its effectiveness\, resulting in recommendations for the upcoming school year. Specific tips on how to be better prepared to effectively participate in this discussion will be provided. Problem-solving strategies to address concerns will also be suggested to help parents work with their school team to achieve positive outcomes. \n  \nLocation:  Irvington MS/HS 40 North Broadway\, Irvington\, NY (CPR room in the back of the high school library) \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-for-an-annual-review-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Irvington MS/HS\, 40 North Broadway\, Irvington\, NY\, 10533\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20200114T174509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200114T174509Z
UID:10615-1579716000-1579723200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Preparing for an Annual Review Meeting \nThis presentation will provide parents with a broad understanding of what is typically discussed during a child’s annual review meeting with the Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, which reviews the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and its effectiveness\, resulting in recommendations for the upcoming school year. Specific tips on how to be better prepared to effectively participate in this discussion will be provided. Problem-solving strategies to address concerns will also be suggested to help parents work with their school team to achieve positive outcomes. \nLocation: \nMonroe Woodbury Middleschool  LIBRARY \n199 Dunderberg Road\nCentral Valley\, NY 10917
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-for-an-annual-review-meeting-3/
LOCATION:monroe-woodbury\, 199 Dunderberg Road\, Central Valley\, NY\, 10917\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200122T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200122T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20200114T172923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200114T172923Z
UID:10609-1579710600-1579716000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Your Child's IEP (in English and Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Parent Center at Uriah Hill Elementary School\, 980 Pemart Ave\, Peekskill\, NY \nUnderstanding Your Child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) \nThis 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 a student’s needs of concern to a parent\, are considered throughout the process. A tool that can be used to include the student’s voice during the development of the IEP is also highlighted.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-your-childs-iep-in-english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:Uriah Hill Elementary School\, 980 Pemart Ave\, Peekskill\, NY\, 10566
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20200109T182242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200109T182242Z
UID:10601-1579629600-1579636800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transitioning from Preschool to Kindergarten (SNOW DATE from 1/14 if needed)
DESCRIPTION:The Yorktown Central School District invites parents of children who are transitioning from the Committee on Preschool Special Education to kindergarten next fall to learn about services available for school-age children with special needs. This transition night will feature a panel of speakers\, including several staff members from our elementary schools. \nThe more you know about what comes next\, the better you will be able to participate as a partner with the school district and its service providers on behalf of your child. \nYou will learn more about: \n\nYour child’s educational rights to appropriate services and supports\nComparison of CPSE\, CSE and Building Level services and programs\, including Section 504\nCommittee on Special Education members’ roles and responsibilities\nClassifications and IEP development\nSchool-age continuum of service\nLaws and regulations\n\n  \nContact:                      For additional information or questions please contact Lisa Camia call 914-243-8000 x18602 or email lcamia@yorktown.org \n  \n*Snowdate:                 from Tuesday\, January 14  IF NEEDED \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transitioning-from-preschool-to-kindergarten-snow-date-from-1-14-if-needed/
LOCATION:Mohansic Elementary School\, 704 Locksley Road\, Yorktown Heights\, NY\, 10598
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20200109T182027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200109T182027Z
UID:10598-1579024800-1579032000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transitioning from Preschool to Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:The Yorktown Central School District invites parents of children who are transitioning from the Committee on Preschool Special Education to kindergarten next fall to learn about services available for school-age children with special needs. This transition night will feature a panel of speakers\, including several staff members from our elementary schools. \nThe more you know about what comes next\, the better you will be able to participate as a partner with the school district and its service providers on behalf of your child. \nYou will learn more about: \n\nYour child’s educational rights to appropriate services and supports\nComparison of CPSE\, CSE and Building Level services and programs\, including Section 504\nCommittee on Special Education members’ roles and responsibilities\nClassifications and IEP development\nSchool-age continuum of service\nLaws and regulations\n\n  \nContact:                      For additional information or questions please contact Lisa Camia call 914-243-8000 x18602 or email lcamia@yorktown.org \n  \n*Snowdate:                 Tuesday\, January 21 (time and location are the same as above) \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transitioning-from-preschool-to-kindergarten/
LOCATION:Mohansic Elementary School\, 704 Locksley Road\, Yorktown Heights\, NY\, 10598
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20190423T175125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191122T205957Z
UID:9904-1576519200-1576526400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices: Annual Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Holiday Season and Plan Meetings and Activities for 2020 \nACTIVITIES: \n\n¯Welcoming Remarks and Introductions of Self-advocates\, Families and Staff\n¯ Meet\, Mingle and Join the Fun\n¯ Holiday Party Buffet\n¯ Planning our 2020 Meetings and Activities\n\nThe Hear Our Voices self advocacy group at WIHD supports individuals with developmental disabilities in learning useful information to lead a more independent and self-directed life.  Please share this announcement with others who may wish to join our group.   All are welcome! \n If you plan on attending\, please RSVP by Monday December 9th to:  Mitchell Levitz at (914) 493-8119 or email: mlevitz@wihd.org \nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-holiday-party/
LOCATION:WIHD\, Cedarwood Hall\, Boardroom\, 20 Plaza West\, Valhalla\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20191204T175936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T175936Z
UID:10549-1575572400-1575579600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED – Talking to Our Children About Learning Differences – Promoting Self Awareness and Self Determination
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED \n  \nLocation: Katonah Lewisboro
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/cancelled-talking-to-our-children-about-learning-differences-promoting-self-awareness-and-self-determination/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20191112T163515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T174052Z
UID:10523-1575484200-1575491400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:OT\, PT\, Speech… Understanding the Purpose & Delivery of Related Services
DESCRIPTION:OT\, PT\, Speech… Understanding the Purpose & Delivery of Related Services \nLocation:  Oak Grove Elementary School\, 40 Kerr Rd.\, Poughkeepsie \n  \nThis FREE workshop will provide information on the basic procedures for the recommendation of different types of related services; how the focus of services can change from preschool through school-age grade levels; types of accommodations/modifications; what happens when a related service session is missed; and tips on how families can provide information and advocate effectively for their children. \nREGISTER online by 12/2/19  \nhttps://forms.gle/YU6o3bvjuG19GMHY7 \n For more information email: rfbadvocacy@gmail.com  or call 845-891-1305 \nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/ot-pt-speechunderstanding-the-purpose-delivery-of-related-services/
LOCATION:Oak Grove Elementary School\, 40 Kerr Rd\, Poughkeepsie\, NY
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20191112T190854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191113T171215Z
UID:10532-1575396000-1575403200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Student Self-Advocacy: Empowering Students to Take the Lead in Their CSE and 504 Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Location: Westchester Institute for Human Development 20 Hospital Oval W Valhalla\, NY 10595  \nThe Lower Hudson Special Education Task Force is proud to present \nWe welcome students\, families\, school staff\, attorneys\, advocates and anyone who supports students with disabilities to join us for a program which will explore strategies to equip students with disabilities to take an active role in the development of their educational programs and plans. \nStudents are critical members of Committees on Special Education (CSE) and Section 504 Committees\, and their voices are valuable. All students\, regardless of age or disability\, can play an important role in the development of their own Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan. This program will address: student self-determination; how parents can speak to their children about their disabilities; and barriers and solutions to self-directed IEPs/504 Plans (including the use of an interactive tool to help students prepare for their meetings). We will show video clips featuring students who planned and led self-directed IEP/504 meetings and have a facilitated discussion among attendees. \n(Registration opens at 5:30 p.m.) \nWHERE: Note: There is a fee for parking \nClick HERE to RSVP \nIf you have problems registering\, please call: 845.228.7457 x1108 or email jbaumann@putnamils.org \nSponsored by: The Lower Hudson Valley Special Education Task Force\nwww.wilc.org www.putnamils.org www.parenttip.org \nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/student-self-advocacy-empowering-students-to-take-the-lead-in-their-cse-and-504-meetings/
LOCATION:WIHD Auditorium\, Cedarwood Hall Auditorium\, Valhalla\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20170712T220210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T184636Z
UID:6898-1570356000-1570366800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Fall Fun Fest: Celebrating Abilities
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we raise funds for our vital services and programs\, and celebrate the entirety of the WIHD family.\nRefreshments • Events • Entertainment \nOn the Oval / Cedarwood Hall / Valhalla\, NY \nRain or Shine \nThere are THREE ways to participate in this year’s event.\nWe hope you will consider participating in one\, two or all three ways!\n(REGISTER\, DONATE\, SPONSOR)\nREGISTER TO STROLL OR ROLL\nJoin us “on the oval” in front of Cedarwood Hall to Stroll or Roll! For each lap you complete\, you will receive a ticket towards a drawing for a prize. The more laps you stroll or roll\, the more chances you have to win! \nTo register\, please visit: https://bit.ly/2lvVNJ1\n*Registration must be completed by September 16th to guarantee your t-shirt size. \nYou may register in two ways: \n\nIndividual/Family Stroll or Roll Registration\n\nIndividual registration ($35)\nFamily registration ($100) includes two adults and children under 18.\n\n\nStroll or Roll Registration with $100 Fundraising Commitment \nFree registration for the commitment to raise $100 for WIHD.\n\n*You may also register at the event on October 6th. \n\nDONATE\nYou can also make a donation to WIHD or donate to a team! We have five teams this year\, representing each of the 4 floors at WIHD\, and the WIHD Board of Directors. To make a donation\, please visit the “Make a Donation or Donate to a Team” tab on the registration homepage\, or visit: https://bit.ly/2ktpvhw. \nIf you have a friend or family member at WIHD\, and would like to donate to their team\, please ask them their floor number and be sure to click on that team name to donate! \n\nSPONSOR\nYou can also sponsor the Fall Fun Fest! If you or your company are interesting in sponsoring this years event\, please visit https://bit.ly/2YkfENT for the different levels or sponsorship! \n\n\nThank you to our wonderful sponsors!  \n\n\n\n\nPlatinum Sponsors\n\n\nGold Sponsors\n\n\n\n\nAutism Directory Service\, Inc. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRJC Wealth Management\n\n\n\n\nBe sure to add this event to your calendar! We can’t wait to see you there. 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/fall-fun-fest/
LOCATION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom \, Valhalla\, NY\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190226T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190226T233000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20190213T180315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190213T184554Z
UID:9583-1551173400-1551223800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Planning for Life after High School
DESCRIPTION:Location:  PEARLS Hawthorne School\, 350 Hawthorne Avenue\, Yonkers\, NY \nSpeaker:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\, Community Support Network at WIHD \nThis presentation will give parents an overview of how planning for their child’s transition to adulthood is incorporated into the IEP at age 15. Parents will learn how future goals will be identified and how needed transition activities to reach those goals can be provided to the student. The importance of parent involvement and the student’s participation in the transition planning process will be discussed.  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-for-life-after-high-school-2/
LOCATION:PEARLS Hawthorne School\, 350 Hawthorne Avenue\, Yonkers\, 10705\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20190213T224117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190213T224117Z
UID:9593-1550084400-1550089800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for the Annual Review
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Nyack Middle School\, Nyack\, NY \nPresenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\, Community Support Network at WIHD \nThis presentation will provide parents with a broad understanding of what is typically discussed during a child’s annual review meeting with the Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, which reviews the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and its effectiveness\, resulting in recommendations for the upcoming school year. Specific tips on how to be better prepared to effectively participate in this discussion will be provided. Problem-solving strategies to address concerns will also be suggested to help parents work with their school team to achieve positive outcomes.  For more information contactseptsanyack@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-for-the-annual-review-3/
LOCATION:Nyack Middle School\, 98 South Highland Avenue\, Nyack\, 10960\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181108T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20181026T140432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T161708Z
UID:9237-1541705400-1541709000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Introducing the Community Support Network at Westchester Institute for Human Development
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED\nLocation: Ridge Street School\, 390 N Ridge Street\, Rye Brook\, NY (Room 33) \nSpeaker:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\, Community Support Network at WIHD \nCome learn about the Community Support Network at WIHD\, where you can seek support to navigate the various systems of education and support available to individuals with disabilities in New York State across the lifespan.  Discussion will include special education\, OPWDD eligibility\, community opportunities\, guardianship and more!  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/introducing-the-community-support-network-at-westchester-institute-for-human-development-2/
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:20181108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181108T100000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20181026T140233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181026T140233Z
UID:9231-1541667600-1541671200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Introducing the Community Support Network at Westchester Institute for Human Development
DESCRIPTION:Location: Ridge Street School\, 390 N Ridge Street\, Rye Brook\, NY (Room 33) \nSpeaker:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\, Community Support Network at WIHD \nCome learn about the Community Support Network at WIHD\, where you can seek support to navigate the various systems of education and support available to individuals with disabilities in New York State across the lifespan.  Discussion will include special education\, OPWDD eligibility\, community opportunities\, guardianship and more!  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/introducing-the-community-support-network-at-westchester-institute-for-human-development/
LOCATION:Bruno M. Ponterio Ridge Street School\, 390 N Ridge St\, Rye Brook\, NY\, 10573\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181029T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20181022T140639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T140639Z
UID:9178-1540836000-1540841400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transitioning from Special Education Services to Adult Services
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Minisink Valley Middle School Library\, 2320 US6\, Middletown\, NY  10940 \nPresenter:  Joyce Hawk\, Outreach Coordinator\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis presentation will give an overview of the different adult service systems which must be accessed  by families in order to receive continued support services or programming once school ends and as youth prepare to exit from high school seeking employment opportunities\, independence in their community and continued learning.  Suggestions will be provided for parents to consider as they prepare for the many changes that can be expected as their child transitions from special education programs and services to adulthood. \nFor more information contact Patricia Irwin at (845) 355-5840.  Click here for Event Flyer. \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transitioning-from-special-education-services-to-adult-services/
LOCATION:MInisink Valley Middle School\, 2320 US 6\, Middletown\, NY\, 10940\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T123000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20180924T171055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180924T171055Z
UID:9018-1540465200-1540470600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Talking To Our Children About Learning Differences – Promoting Self-Awareness And Self-Determination
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Hawthorne Country Day School\, 5 Bradhurst Avenue\, Hawthorne\, NY 10532 \nPresenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Community Support Network at WIHD \nComfortable discussion and exploration of issues surrounding talking to your child about their disability or learning differences\, with a positive eye toward self-awareness and self-determination.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/talking-to-our-children-about-learning-differences-promoting-self-awareness-and-self-determination-2/
LOCATION:Hawthorne Country Day School\, 5 Bradhurst Avenue\, Hawthorne\, NY\, 10532\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T151500
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20180910T170510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180910T170510Z
UID:8959-1540454400-1540480500@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Language and Literacy:  Preschool to Early Childhood
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development \nSpeaker: Cheryl Smith Gabig\, PhD.\, CCC-SLP\, Chair of the department of Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences and Associate Professor at Lehman College/CUNY \nThis workshop focuses on both the emergent period of language-literacy connections and the early stages of reading and spelling development in young school-age children. Case studies and practical\, clinical application are addressed for both areas of language-literacy development.  Click here for Event Brochure.   \nTo register contact Erica Wasserman at HTA of Westchester at (914) 674-0733 \nWorkshop fee is $200 for HTA (Active  Providers) ($160 before October 1st) and $250 for Professionals ($225 before October 1st) \nThis course is offered for .55 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate\, Professional area) \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supporting-language-and-literacy-preschool-to-early-childhood/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181022T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20180924T165750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180924T165750Z
UID:9014-1540234800-1540240200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:WIHD Self-Advocacy Group Meeting: Dealing with Negative Interactions
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Westchester Institute for Human Development \nDiscussion Leader:  Nicole Turygin Ph.D. Behavioral Psychologist at WIHD \nWe will explore different types of negative interactions\, how certain circumstances can put us at risk for having a negative interaction\, and tips for how to manage uncomfortable situations. \nClick here for Event Flyer.  To register email mlevitz@wihd.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/wihd-self-advocacy-group-meeting-dealing-with-negative-interactions/
LOCATION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Cedarwood Hall (20 Plaza West)\, 1st Floor Boardroom \, Valhalla\, NY\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="WIHD%20Self%20Advocacy%20Group":MAILTO:mlevitz@wihd.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181017T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20180924T164927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180927T165540Z
UID:9008-1539802800-1539808200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Talking To Our Children About Learning Differences - Promoting Self-Awareness And Self-Determination
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Nyack Middle School\, 98 South Highland Avenue\, Nyack\, NY\, 10960 \nPresenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Community Support Network at WIHD \nComfortable discussion and exploration of issues surrounding talking to your child about their disability or learning differences\, with a positive eye toward self-awareness and self-determination. \nClick here for Event Flyer.  To register for event contact septsanyack@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/talking-to-our-children-about-learning-differences-promoting-self-awareness-and-self-determination/
LOCATION:Nyack Middle School\, 98 South Highland Avenue\, Nyack\, 10960\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181012T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20180912T184541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T184624Z
UID:8994-1539338400-1539342000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Conozco los Servicios y Recursos del Centro de Apoyo a la Comunidad de WIHD  (Introductions to Community Support Network:  Special Education Process\, Services and Resources)
DESCRIPTION:Neighbors Link – Mt. Kisco\nLocation:  Carver Center\, 400 Westchester Avenue\, Port Chester\, NY \nPresentado por la Senorita Lulu Bencosme MSEd\, Especialista Bilingue en Divulgacion e Informacion \n  \nPara más información\, favor de email Sandra Batista sbatista@fsw.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/conozco-los-servicios-y-recursos-del-centro-de-apoyo-a-la-comunidad-de-wihd-introductions-to-community-support-network-special-education-process-services-and-resources-7/
LOCATION:Carver Center\, 400 Westchester Avenue\, Port Chester\, NY\, 10573\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20180912T184154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T184154Z
UID:8989-1538812800-1538830800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Conozco los Servicios y Recursos del Centro de Apoyo a la Comunidad de WIHD  (Introductions to Community Support Network:  Special Education Process\, Services and Resources)
DESCRIPTION:2018 Manhattanville College School of Education\nEarly Childhood Professional Development Conference\nLocation:  Manhattanville College\, 2900 Purchase Street\, Purchase\, NY \nPresentado por la Senorita Lulu Bencosme MSEd\, Especialista Bilingue en Divulgacion e Informacion \n  \nPara más información\, favor de haz clic https://www.mville.edu/events/2018/10/06/early-childhood-professional-development-conference-full-steam-ahead.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/conozco-los-servicios-y-recursos-del-centro-de-apoyo-a-la-comunidad-de-wihd-introductions-to-community-support-network-special-education-process-services-and-resources-6/
LOCATION:Manhattanville College\, 2900 Purchase Steet\, Purchase\, NY\, 10577\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181005T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181005T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20180912T183201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T183201Z
UID:8982-1538764200-1538771400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Conozco los Servicios y Recursos del Centro de Apoyo a la Comunidad de WIHD  (Introductions to Community Support Network:  Special Education Process\, Services and Resources)
DESCRIPTION:Neighbors Link – Mt. Kisco\nLocation:  27 Columbus Avenue\, Mt. Kisco\, NY 10549 \nPresentado por la Senorita Lulu Bencosme MSEd\, Especialista Bilingue en Divulgacion e Informacion \n  \nPara más información\, favor de email a Sandra Batista sbatista@fsw.org
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/conozco-los-servicios-y-recursos-del-centro-de-apoyo-a-la-comunidad-de-wihd-introductions-to-community-support-network-special-education-process-services-and-resources-4/
LOCATION:Neighbors Link Mt. Kisco\, 27 Columbus Avenue\, Mt. Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181003T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20180912T183626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T183626Z
UID:8986-1538591400-1538596800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Conozco los Servicios y Recursos del Centro de Apoyo a la Comunidad de WIHD (Introductions to Community Support Network:  Special Education Process\, Services and Resources)
DESCRIPTION:Southern Westchester BOCES Welcome Back Social for Families\nLocation:  Rye Lake Campus\, 1606 Old Orchard Street\, North White Plains\, NY \nPresentado por la Senorita Lulu Bencosme\, Especialista Bilingue en Divulgacion e Informacion & Senora Mariela Adams\, Coordinadora de Regional de Parent to Parent of NYS \n  \nPara más información\, favor de email a Trish Banfield pban730@aol.com.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/conozco-los-servicios-y-recursos-del-centro-de-apoyo-a-la-comunidad-de-wihd-introductions-to-community-support-network-special-education-process-services-and-resources-5/
LOCATION:Southern Westchester BOCES\, Rye Lake Campus\, 1606 Old Orchard Street\, North White Plains\, NY\, 10604\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181003T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181003T100000
DTSTAMP:20260503T074908
CREATED:20180912T182558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T183709Z
UID:8979-1538555400-1538560800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Conozco los Servicios y Recursos del Centro de Apoyo a la Comunidad de WIHD  (Introductions to Community Support Network:  Special Education Process\, Services and Resources)
DESCRIPTION:Southern Westchester BOCES Welcome Back Social for Families\nLocation:  Rye Lake Campus\, 1606 Old Orchard Street\, North White Plains\, NY \nPresentado por la Senorita Lulu Bencosme\, Especialista Bilingue en Divulgacion e Informacion & Senora Mariela Adams\, Coordinadora de Regional de Parent to Parent of NYS \n  \nPara más información\, favor de email a Trish Banfield pban730@aol.com.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/conozco-los-servicios-y-recursos-del-centro-de-apoyo-a-la-comunidad-de-wihd-introductions-to-community-support-network-special-education-process-services-and-resources-3/
LOCATION:Southern Westchester BOCES\, Rye Lake Campus\, 1606 Old Orchard Street\, North White Plains\, NY\, 10604\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
END:VEVENT
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