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SUMMARY:Special Education 101
DESCRIPTION:Location:   Westchester Institute for Human Development \nPresenters:  Laurie Levine\, Regional Special Educational Training Specialist\, Lower Hudson RSE-TASC \n                         Stephanie Wozniak\, Regional Transition Specialist\, Lower Hudson RSE-TASC \n                         Naomi Brickel\, Director\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \n                         Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \n                         Barbara Kestenbaum\, Professional Development Trainer\, Early Childhood Direction Center \nThis workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the Special Education process. It is geared to parents of children who have been recently classified to receive special education services. This workshop will give you the information you need to know in order to be an effective member of your child’s Committee on Special Education (CSE).  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/special-education-101/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170321T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170321T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170202T021037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170202T021037Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Engagement in the Special Education Process – Collaborating with your School District to Promote Better Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Tuckahoe High School Library\, Eastchester\, NY \nPresenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\, HVSEPC \nThis presentation will provide parents with the basic information surrounding special education services and supports\, and information and resources to assist in navigating the special education process.  In particular\, emphasis will be on the importance of parent engagement and participation in the CSE\, as well as optimal utilization of available resources in the community and online.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/navigating-special-education-utilizing-resources/
LOCATION:Tuckahoe High School\, 65 Siwanoy Boulevard\, Eastchester\, NY\, 10709\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170321T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170321T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170202T225301Z
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SUMMARY:Preparing for the Transition to College
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Cioni Building (Board Room)\, Kingston\, NY \nPresenter:  Joyce M. Hawk\, Outreach Coordinator\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis presentation is designed to assist parents of young adults with an IEP or 504 Plan in understanding the differences that can be expected as students move from high school to a college setting.  Topics include:  laws which govern services at the college level; the process to access academic accommodations\, disability documentation requirements; the changing role of parents; and tips on what students can do now to gain the necessary skills needed for a successful college experience.  For more information email jhawk@wihd.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-transition-college/
LOCATION:Cioni Building\, 61 Crown Street\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170321T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170321T173000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170203T233928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170203T233928Z
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SUMMARY:Professional Development - Supporting Our Students:  Suporting and Building Social Competence (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:March 21st at Westchester Institute for Human Development \nRegistration is required. \nRSVP to Janet Lowe at (914) 493-2902 or jlowe@wihd.org. \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/professional-development-supporting-students-suporting-building-social-competence-part-1/
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=UTC:20170316T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170316T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170202T020223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170202T020223Z
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SUMMARY:Planning for Life After High School  (in both English and Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Park Elementary School\, Ossining\, New York \nPresenter:  Stephanie  Bellantoni and Lulu Bencosme (bilingual)\, Outreach Coordinators\, HVSEPC \nThis is an important presentation for parents of children of all ages.  It is never too soon to think about transition to life after high school\, since the decisions we make and the educational programs to which our children are exposed pave the way for their opportunities following the K-12 years.  The presentation will address the expanding high school credential and exiting options for students with disabilities.   Then the discussion will move chronologically from age 12 when the Level 1 Career Assessment is conducted\, to 7th and 8th grade during which that Career Assessment is incorporated into the IEP\, and finally into the high school years when the IEP grows significantly in terms of various sections addressing transition needs and services.  The discussion will include post-secondary measurable goals\, high school transition service needs\, and the coordinated set of transition activities.  Click here for event flyer and registration.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/planning-life-high-school-english-spanish/
LOCATION:Park Early Childhood Center\, 22 Edward Street\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170316T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170316T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170202T223923Z
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SUMMARY:Transition Planning for Life after High School:  Additional Components of the IEP
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Beacon High School – Room C138\, Beacon\, NY \nPresenter:  Joyce M. Hawk\, Outreach Coordinator\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \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.  For more information contact jhawk@wihd.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-life-high-school-additional-components-iep/
LOCATION:Beacon High School\, 101 Matteawan Road (Rm C-138)\, Beacon\, NY\, 12508\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170313T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170125T210029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170125T210029Z
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SUMMARY:Taking Charge of Our Own Person-Centered Planning
DESCRIPTION:Hear Our Voices:  Self Advocacy Group at WIHD \nTopic:  Taking Charge of Our Own Person-Centered Planning \nDiscussion Leader:  Baturu Mboge\, MPH\, Community Support Network and MSC Coordinator \nMonday\, March 13\, 2017 \n6:30 pm – 8:00 pm \nPlease email mlevitz@wihd.org with any questions. \nFor the meeting flyer\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-voices-self-advocacy-group-wihd/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170313T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170313T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170228T181044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170228T181044Z
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SUMMARY:Bedford SEPTO Presents Dan Habib - Award Winning Documentary Filmmaker - On Education and Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, March 13\, 2017\, 9:00 pm – 9:00 pm \nLocation:  Fox Lane Middle School Theater \nSponsored by Bedford SEPTO \nOpen to all parents\, students\, faculty\, general public – LIMITED SEATING \nPresenting Dan Habib.   \nHabib is an award winning filmmaker and leads discussions about the challenges and benefits of inclusive education and related topics. Including Samuel was broadcast nationally on public television stations in the fall of 2009\, and was nominated for an Emmy in 2010. Including Samuel has also been featured on NPR’s “All Things Considered” and “Good Morning America\,” as well as in the Washington Post and Exceptional Parent magazine. The film has been translated into 17 languages and is used as a teaching tool worldwide. Who Cares About Kelsey? was broadcast nationally on public television in the fall of 2013. It has been featured in Education Week and in 13 film festivals\, winning the “Best Feature” award at the “Lights. Camera. Help.” film festival. The film was nominated for an Emmy in 2013. \nClick here for Event Flyer and Registration.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/bedford-septo-presents-dan-habib-award-winning-documentary-filmmaker-education-inclusion/
LOCATION:Fox Lane Middle School\, 632 South Bedford Road\, Bedford\, NY\, 10506\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170309T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170309T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170202T015417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170202T015417Z
UID:6102-1489087800-1489095000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for Your Child's Annual Review
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Fox Meadow Elementary School\, Scarsdale\, NY \nPresenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\, HVSEPC \nThe most critical realization for parents is that they are integral PARTNERS in the special education process\, despite the inevitable differences of opinion.  This workshop will start with the purpose of the annual review (or any program review really)\, how the CSE team maneuvers through the various sections of the IEP in their discussion\, including quality IEP goals\, 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 creating a binder for pertinent documents in an effort to organize their thoughts and issues prior to the annual review.  They will be introduced to essential tools available on the HVSEPC website to support them in their preparation.  Last\, the discussion will cover a parent’s options in the case of a CSE team that cannot reach consensus.  Click here for event flyer and registration.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-childs-annual-review-4/
LOCATION:Fox Meadow Elementary School\, 9 Brewster Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarsdale%20CHILD":MAILTO:scarsdaleCHILD@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170309T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170309T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170107T014231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170107T014231Z
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SUMMARY:The 8th Annual Hispanic Parents Leadership Conference on Special Education
DESCRIPTION:Keynote Speaker:  Angelica Infante Green\, Deputy Commissioner \nP-12 Instructional Support\, NYS Education Department \nLocation:  Reid Castle\, Manhattanville College \nJoin us for a day of informative presentations and workshops in Spanish for parents of children with special needs.  Sponsored by the Changing Suburbs Institute (CSI) at Manhattanville College. \nAttendance fee:   $15 for CSI district parents and staff (Bedford\, Elmsford\, Greenburgh\, New Rochelle\, Ossining\, Port Chester\, White Plains); $25 for non-CSI district attendees.  Continental breakfast and lunch included.  Registration requested by March 3. \nClick here for event flyer in English. To register or for further information\, please visit the Hispanic Parent Leadership Institute page at www.mville.edu or contact Heidi Sakanaka at  (914) 323-5482 or  heidi.sakanaka@mville.edu. \nClick here for event flyer in Spanish.  To register or for further information in Spanish\, please contact Lulu Bencosme at (914) 493-7665 or lbencosme@wihd.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/8th-annual-hispanic-parents-leadership-conference-special-education/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170307T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170307T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170203T230022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170203T230022Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Workshop - Transition from CPSE to CSE:  Going to Kindergarten (English and Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:March 7th\, at 6:00 pm. \nPeekskill City School District \nContact Suzanne Peretz for more information.  (914) 493-2902 or speretz@wihd.org. \nSnow date March 14th.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parent-workshop-transition-cpse-cse-going-kindergarten-english-spanish/
LOCATION:Peekskill City School District
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Lower%20Hudson%20Early%20Childhood%20Direction%20Center":MAILTO:jlowe@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170307T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170202T223025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170202T223025Z
UID:6126-1488880800-1488888000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Independent Living\, Inc.\, Newburgh\, New York \nPresenter:  Lynda S. Rosner\, BCBA\, NYSLBA \n                     Melanie Rigaglia\, BCBA \n                     Mary Jo Whateley\, Attorney \nSponsored By:  Mid-Hudson Special Education Task Force \nJoin us to hear Board Certified Behavior Analysts discuss how a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) can be conducted to identify why a behavior might be happening and how a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) is developed to implement specific strategies to reduce or eliminate the behavior. \nOnline registration by March 1\, 2017 at https://www.nyspecialedtaskforce.org/mid-hudson-task-force.html. \nFor more information\, contact Dorothy Richards (845) 331-0541 x18 or email drichards@rcal.org.  Snow date March 8\, 2017.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-functional-behavior-assessments-fba-behavior-intervention-plans-bip/
LOCATION:Independent Living\, Inc.\, 5 Washington Terrace\, Newburgh\, NY\, 12550\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170302T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170302T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170202T222534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170202T222534Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Requirements for the Career Development & Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Cornwall Elementary School\, Cornwall\, New York \nPresenter:  Joyce M. Hawk\, Outreach Coordinator\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nThis presentation will inform parents of the requirements for an optional certificate of work-readiness that students can earn to increase knowledge and experience needed for entry level employment opportunities.  The credential can be used to meet the requriements for one Regents exam. Generally for parents of students in 8th grade or higher\, who are not participating in the NYS Alternate Assessment.  For more information email jhawk@wihd.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-requirements-career-development-occupational-studies-cdos-commencement-credential/
LOCATION:Cornwall Elementary School\, 99 Lee Road\, Cornwall\, NY\, 12518\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170216T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170203T223943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170203T223943Z
UID:6156-1487271600-1487275200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Parent Workshop - Transition from CPSE to CSE:  Going to Kindergarten (English and Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:February 16th\, at 6:00 pm. \nOssining Union Free School District \nContact Suzanne Peretz for more information.  (914) 493-2902 or speretz@wihd.org. \nSnow date March 2nd.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-cpse-cse-going-kindergarten-english-spanish-3/
LOCATION:Ossining UFSD
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Lower%20Hudson%20Early%20Childhood%20Direction%20Center":MAILTO:jlowe@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170215T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170215T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20161223T204336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161223T204336Z
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SUMMARY:Preparing for Your Child’s Annual Review
DESCRIPTION:Rockland BOCES Conference Center\, West Nyack\, NY \nPresenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nUnderstand the purpose of the Annual Review/Program Review • Prepare to be an effective CSE member at the meeting • Create a binder to organize your materials • Learn to access valuable tools online for Annual Review preparation • THIS WORKSHOP IS BENEFICIAL FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF CHILDREN OF ALL AGES THAT HAVE AN IEP. \nThere will be 2 SESSIONS for this workshop. \n10:30 am – 12:00 pm OR 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm (CHOOSE EITHER SESSION.) \nClick here for event flyer and registration. \nContact Dawn Kitz at dkitz@rboces.org or (845) 624-5833 for information.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-childs-annual-review-2/
LOCATION:Rockland BOCES\, 65 Parrott Road\, Building # 10\, West Nyack\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170215T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20161223T204103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161223T204103Z
UID:5980-1487154600-1487160000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for Your Child’s Annual Review
DESCRIPTION:Rockland BOCES Conference Center\, West Nyack\, NY \nPresenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nUnderstand the purpose of the Annual Review/Program Review • Prepare to be an effective CSE member at the meeting • Create a binder to organize your materials • Learn to access valuable tools online for Annual Review preparation • THIS WORKSHOP IS BENEFICIAL FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF CHILDREN OF ALL AGES THAT HAVE AN IEP. \nThere will be 2 SESSIONS for this workshop. \n10:30 am – 12:00 pm OR 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm (CHOOSE EITHER SESSION.) \nClick here for event flyer and registration. \nContact Dawn Kitz at dkitz@rboces.org or (845) 624-5833 for information.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-childs-annual-review/
LOCATION:Rockland BOCES\, 65 Parrott Road\, Building # 10\, West Nyack\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170215T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170118T203745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170118T203745Z
UID:6038-1487152800-1487160000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Communication Matters: Time Tested Strategies to Reduce Conflict & Improve Outcomes for Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Location:   The Mahopac Library\, Mahopac\, NY  \nModerated by:  Marion Walsh\, Esq.\, Julie Passman\, Esq. \nSponsored by:  The Lower Hudson Valley Special Education Task Force \nJoin us for this free training featuring a video developed through the collaborative efforts of many experienced parents\, school administrators and advocates highlighting common communication barriers that may arise during Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings. Learn proven strategies to promote communication\, partnership\, creativity\, and agreement in Individualized Education Program (IEP) development. A live facilitated discussion after the video will offer the audience an opportunity to share perspectives and thoughts on the conflict–reducing strategies highlighted by those representing typical CSE team members. Parents\, guardians\, general education and special education teachers\, school administrators and psychologists\, service providers and advocates are all encouraged to attend and participate in an honest and productive discussion resulting in improved outcomes for students with disabilities.  Click here for Event Flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/communication-matters-time-tested-strategies-reduce-conflict-improve-outcomes-students-disabilities-2-2/
LOCATION:Mahopac Library\, 668 Route 6\, Mahopac\, NY\, 10541\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170209T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170202T014416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170202T014416Z
UID:6096-1486666800-1486674000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for Your Child's Annual Review
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Gigi’s Playhouse\, Ardsley\, NY \nPresenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\,HVSEPC \nThe most critical realization for parents is that they are integral PARTNERS in the special education process\, despite the inevitable differences of opinion.  This workshop will start with the purpose of the annual review (or any program review really)\, 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 creating a binder for pertinent documents in an effort to organize their thoughts and issues prior to the annual review.  They will be introduced to essential tools available on the HVSEPC website to support them in their preparation.  Last\, the discussion will cover a parent’s options in the case of a CSE team that cannot reach consensus. For more information visit the Gigi’s website at https://gigisplayhouse.org/westchester/event/annual-reviews-parents-partners/
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/preparing-childs-annual-review-3/
LOCATION:Gigi’s Playhouse\, 720 Saw Mill River Road\, Ardsley\, NY\, 10502\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Gigi%27s%20Playhouse%20-%20Westchester":MAILTO:tsmith@gigisplayhouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170208T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170204T001918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170204T001918Z
UID:6179-1486580400-1486585800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Prepare for Your IEP/504 Plan Meeting (English and Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Location:  The Mansion\, Greenburgh Central School District \nPresenter:  Lulu Bencosme\, Bilingual Outreach Coordinator \n                       Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center and Lower Hudson Early Childhood Direction Center \nJoin the discussion about the latest in Special Education\, and get answers to your questions regarding the CSE/CPSE process. \nFor details and registration information see Event Flyer.  Questions email gcsdptacouncilspecedcommittee@gmail.com. \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/prepare-iep504-plan-meeting-english-spanish/
LOCATION:Greenburgh – The Mansion\, 475 West Hartsdale Avenue\, Hartsdale\, NY\, 10530\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170206T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20160808T214005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160808T214005Z
UID:5741-1486407600-1486414800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Annual Reviews - Parents as Partners
DESCRIPTION:Presenters:     Stephanie Bellantoni & Naomi Brickel\, Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center \nLocation:  White Plains Education House\, 5 Homeside Lane\, White Plains\, NY \nParents are integral partners in the special education process\, despite the inevitable differences of opinion.  This workshop will cover preparation for the annual review\, communication measures to utilize for effective engagement in the CSE process\, as well as steps to create a binder as a resource for your child’s educational program and progress. Parents will be introduced to some essential tools available on the HVSEPC website to support them in their preparation.  Of course\, we will discuss a parent’s options in the case of a CSE team unable to reach consensus.  Click here for event flyer.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/annual-reviews-parents-partners/
LOCATION:White Plains Ed House\, Assembly Room\, 5 Homeside Lane\, White Plains\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170206T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170206T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170203T223713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170203T223713Z
UID:6152-1486404000-1486407600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Parent Workshop - Transition from CPSE to CSE:  Going to Kindergarten (English and Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:February 6th\, at 6:00 pm. \nCarmel Central School District \nContact Suzanne Peretz for more information.  (914) 493-2902 or speretz@wihd.org. \nSnow date February 13th.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-cpse-cse-going-kindergarten-english-spanish-2/
LOCATION:Carmel Central School District
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Lower%20Hudson%20Early%20Childhood%20Direction%20Center":MAILTO:jlowe@wihd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170202T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170106T021817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170106T021817Z
UID:6012-1486062000-1486065600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Pathways to Graduation:  Understanding Diploma Options and Scoring for Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Presenter:  Joyce M. Hawk \nLocation:  Cornwall High School\, New Windsor\, NY \n(Generally for parents of students who are not participating in the NYS Alternate Assessment).  This presentation will offer parents an overview of the requirements that need to be met in order for a student to graduate with a Regents or local diploma\, the appeals process for low scores and alternative pathways for students with disabilities.  Requests for a Superintendent Determination of Graduation for a student with an IEP who cannot meet the graduation standards through the existing options\, will also be explained.  For more information\, contact jhawk@wihd.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/pathways-graduation-understanding-diploma-options-scoring-students-disabilities/
LOCATION:Cornwall High School\, 10 Dragon Drive \, New Windsor\, NY\, 12553\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170131T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170131T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170110T230326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170110T230326Z
UID:6019-1485891000-1485896400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Annual Reviews – Parents as Partners
DESCRIPTION:Presenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\, HVSEPC \nLocation:  Columbus Elementary  School\, Mt. Pleasant \nThe most critical realization for parents is that they are integral PARTNERS in the special education process\, despite the inevitable differences of opinion.  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 creating a binder for pertinent documents in an effort to organize their thoughts and issues prior to the annual review.  They will be introduced to essential tools available on the HVSEPC website to support them in their preparation.  Last\, the discussion will cover a parent’s options in the case of a CSE team that cannot reach consensus.  Click here for Event Flyer. \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/annual-reviews-parents-partners-5/
LOCATION:Columbus Elementary School\, 275 Washington Ave\,\, New Rochelle\, NY\, 10801\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170131T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170131T173000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20161201T010652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161201T010652Z
UID:5959-1485876600-1485883800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Professional Development Workshop:  "Supporting and Building Social Competence in Young Children"
DESCRIPTION:Westchester Institute for Human Development\, Valhalla\, New York \nRegistration is required – please call the Early Childhood Direction Center at (914) 493-2902\, or email jlowe@wihd.org.  This workshop is for special educators and related service providers.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/professional-development-workshop-supporting-building-social-competence-young-children/
LOCATION:WIHD\, 20 Plaza West\, Valhalla\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170125T191500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170125T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20161130T214737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T214737Z
UID:5945-1485371700-1485378000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Annual Reviews - Parents as Partners
DESCRIPTION:Presenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\, HVSEPC \nLocation:  Mahopac Middle School\, Library \nThe most critical realization for parents is that they are integral PARTNERS in the special education process\, despite the inevitable differences of opinion.  This workshop will start with the purpose of the annual review (or any program review really)\, 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 creating a binder for pertinent documents in an effort to organize their thoughts and issues prior to the annual review.  They will be introduced to essential tools available on the HVSEPC website to support them in their preparation.  Last\, the discussion will cover a parent’s options in the case of a CSE team that cannot reach consensus. \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/annual-reviews-parents-partners-4/
LOCATION:Mahopac Middle School\, Library\,  425 Baldwin Place Rd\, Mahopac\, NY\, 10541\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170119T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20161130T214102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T214102Z
UID:5940-1484852400-1484859600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Annual Reviews - Parents as Partners (In English and In Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Presenters:  Stephanie Bellantoni & Lulu Bencosme (Bilingual)\, Outreach Coordinators\, HVSEPC \nLocation:  Park Early Childhood Center\, Ossining\, New York \nThe most critical realization for parents is that they are integral PARTNERS in the special education process\, despite the inevitable differences of opinion.  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 creating a binder for pertinent documents in an effort to organize their thoughts and issues prior to the annual review.  They will be introduced to essential tools available on the HVSEPC website to support them in their preparation.  Last\, the discussion will cover a parent’s options in the case of a CSE team that cannot reach consensus. Click here for Event Flyer. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/annual-reviews-parents-partners-3/
LOCATION:Park Early Childhood Center\, 22 Edward Street\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170119T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20170106T015351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170106T015351Z
UID:6009-1484852400-1484857800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Annual Reviews - Parent Rights\, Steps to Resolve Concerns and Mediation Services
DESCRIPTION:Presenter:  Joyce M. Hawk\, Outreach Coordinator\, HVSEPC \nLocation: Beacon High School\, Beacon\, NY \nThis presentation will explain what topics will be discussed during a child’s annual review meeting as well as the rights of a parent.  Non-adversarial problem solving strategies to address concerns and resolve differences while developing a child’s individualized education program\, will be offered. For more information\, contact jhawk@wihd.org.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/annual-reviews-parent-rights-steps-resolve-concerns-mediation-services/
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=UTC:20170117T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20161201T010141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161201T010141Z
UID:5957-1484676000-1484683200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition from CPSE to CSE:  Going to Kindergarten (English only)
DESCRIPTION:Yorktown Central School District \nFor more information contact the Early Childhood Direction Center at (914) 493-7665\, or email speretz@wihd.org
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-cpse-cse-going-kindergarten-english-3/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170112T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20161130T212631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T212631Z
UID:5936-1484244000-1484251200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Annual Reviews - Parents as Partners
DESCRIPTION:Presenter:  Stephanie Bellantoni\, Outreach Coordinator\, HVSEPC \nSponsored by Mt. Vernon Special Education Department \nLocation:  Rebecca Turner Elementary School\, Mt. Vernon\, NY \nThe most critical realization for parents is that they are integral PARTNERS in the special education process\, despite the inevitable differences of opinion.  This workshop will start with the purpose of the annual review (or any program review really)\, 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 creating a binder for pertinent documents in an effort to organize their thoughts and issues prior to the annual review.  They will be introduced to essential tools available on the HVSEPC website to support them in their preparation.  Last\, the discussion will cover a parent’s options in the case of a CSE team that cannot reach consensus.  Click here for Event Flyer. \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/annual-reviews-parents-partners-2/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson%20Valley%20Special%20Education%20Parent%20Center":MAILTO:sbellantoni@wihd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170110T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145536
CREATED:20161201T005730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161201T005730Z
UID:5955-1484073000-1484080200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition from CPSE to CSE:  Going to Kindergarten (English only)
DESCRIPTION:Location:  PARC Preschool\, 125 Baldwin Place Road\, Mahopac\, NY \nFor more information contact the Early Childhood Direction Center (914) 493-2902\, or email speretz@wihd.org
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-cpse-cse-going-kindergarten-english-2/
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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