Events in June 2020

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June 1, 2020
June 2, 2020(4 events)

GiveNOLA Day

GiveNOLA Day

N/A
June 2, 2020

GiveNOLA Day

Introduction to Special Education

Introduction to Special Education


June 2, 2020

Introduction to Special Education – Do you suspect your child could benefit from special education and related services? or, Is your child newly evaluated? If so, this training is perfect for you. This intro to special education will give you a strong foundation to build future knowledge. You will learn the very basics through the philosophy of special education, the laws, evaluation process, and ultimately an IEP.

Co-Sponsor: FHF of Southwest Louisiana

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

Click on the link below to register. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Basic Rights in Special Education

Basic Rights in Special Education


June 2, 2020

Basic Rights in Special Education - Whether you’re new to special education or have been involved for a while, this workshop is for you. This presentation provides families with an introduction to their rights and responsibilities as parents of children with special needs under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Parents begin to identify dreams and goals for their children, understand laws and learn advocacy strategies that will help them help their children reach those goals.

Co-Sponsor: FHF NOLA

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

June 3, 2020(1 event)

CANCELLED 3 Ways to Keep Loved Ones Safe on the Internet

CANCELLED 3 Ways to Keep Loved Ones Safe on the Internet


June 3, 2020

Webinar Cancelled

3 Ways to Keep Loved Ones Safe on the Internet - In this webinar we will discuss 3 different ways to keep your family safe on the internet. Learn simple tips to make home internet
safer for your family.
Presenters: Annie Cummer & Jeff Arseneaux, Beyond Accommodations
Relationship and Risk Reduction for Families and Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

Click on the link below to register. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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June 10, 2020(2 events)

No More Summer Slide

No More Summer Slide


June 10, 2020

No More Summer Slide - Summer is the perfect time for students of all ages to relax, but it’s also a time when summer learning loss can occur. This learning loss is called the “summer slide,” and happens when children do not engage in educational activities during the summer months.  This training will provide you with strategies and fun activities you can do over the summertime to help prevent the summer slide.

Co-Sponsor: FHF of Acadiana

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Anatomy of the IEP

Anatomy of the IEP


June 10, 2020

Anatomy of the IEP - Like a biology student, this presentation will dissect the parts of the IEP document and examine their functions individually, learning their meanings and application. It will provide constructive and practical tips to help create an IEP that supports all of the student's needs. We will explore the parent’s role in the IEP process and learn the basics of their child’s right to special education services, the process of developing special education plans, and the parent’s role.

Co-Sponsor: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

June 11, 2020
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June 17, 2020(2 events)

Fun Summer Activities for ALL Kids

Fun Summer Activities for ALL Kids


June 17, 2020

Fun Summer Activities for ALL Kids – We’ve taken some of our favorite things in our 2018 Guide to Summer Fun for Children with Disabilities and highlighted them in this training.  The goal is to give families and caregivers ideas of fun things they can do over the summer that doesn’t need to cost a lot.  Many things are either free or low cost.  Part of this is specific to the Greater New Orleans area.

Co-Sponsor: Bayou Land Families Helping Families

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below.  After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Special Education FAQ

Special Education FAQ


June 17, 2020

Special Education FAQ - Can the school send home my child’s IEP for me to sign without a meeting?  Can the school suspend my child with an IEP?  What happens if I disagree with the IEP team?   Can the school keep calling me to pick up my child due to meltdowns?   Get answers to these questions, and more in our Special Education Frequently Asked Questions training.

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

June 18, 2020
June 19, 2020
June 20, 2020(1 event)

Related Services

Related Services


June 20, 2020

Related Services - Children with disabilities are entitled to special education and related services. The IEP must contain a statement of the special education, related services, and supplementary aids and services to be provided to the child. Participants will learn several critical elements used to determine what related services a student needs.

Co-Sponsor: FHF of Acadiana

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Related Services

June 21, 2020
June 22, 2020
June 23, 2020(2 events)

Getting and Keeping Your First Job

Getting and Keeping Your First Job


June 23, 2020

Getting and Keeping Your First Job – Getting and then keeping a job for someone with a disability can be tough.  This training will go over why work is important, challenges for youth, the labor market, disability disclosure, accommodations and more.

Co-Sponsor:  Northshore FHF

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, Transition Professionals, Adult Service Providers, Youth with Disabilities and Adults with Disabilities

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

All About Tests and Assessments

All About Tests and Assessments


June 23, 2020

All About Tests and Assessments - In this webinar we will talk All About Assessments and Testing. It will answer some frequently asked questions regarding assessments and testing, when to have your child evaluated and interpreting those assessment results.

Co-Sponsor: FHF of Northeast Louisiana

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of Greater New Orleans

Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

June 24, 2020
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June 30, 2020
July 1, 2020
July 2, 2020
July 3, 2020(1 event)

Independence Day - Office Closed

Independence Day - Office Closed

N/A
July 3, 2020

Office Closed

July 4, 2020
July 5, 2020

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