Events for April 16, 2021 - April 22, 2021

Are you considering Self Direction for your family member and aren’t sure where to start, or if it is right for you? Attend an information session that will answer your questions about the requirements for eligibility, the application process, and things to consider. Event Flyer Zoom Registration

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: ● Examine the role of communication in schooling and how culture influences the way we communicate in […]

Parents and caretakers will be able to explain the importance of vocabulary instruction for their child in the elementary grades. Participants will also be able to describe ways to incorporate explicit instruction and vocabulary instruction in the home. Zoom links and additional materials will be shared following registration. Also offered with Spanish translation/captions Tuesday, November […]

Our next zoom meeting will be on November 17th, at 6pm to 7pm topic Disability in the Media. Here is the link to register, During this zoom meeting, we will talk about: How do you feel about the way individuals with disabilities are shown in television shows? movies? reality TV? Join us as we watch […]

Focus: Student Centered Planning for College Students with I/DD How will my child’s inclusive college or transition program identify what courses or components of the college experience to incorporate into my child’s day, in order to promote optimal employment opportunities and independent living after college?  Listen to college administrators and staff, parents and faculty discuss […]

Join us for this one-hour online overview of 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 […]

This virtual workshop will provide an overview and best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process. Parents and Parent Members will learn 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 […]

Participants will receive resources to aid in the promotion of self-determination with students throughout the transition planning process; recognize various adult service agencies and the different types of services available in NYS as well as the eligibility, referral and application process for each. Registration Link Event Details

Come to this session for parents and caretakers to learn how to support your child’s development of new vocabulary, the importance of vocabulary instruction and ways to incorporate vocabulary instruction at home for your children in Pre-K through grade 6. Registration link below,  and additional materials will be shared following registration. Event Flyer Register here