Events in January 2021

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December 28, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 29, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 30, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 31, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

January 1, 2021(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

January 2, 2021(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

January 3, 2021(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

January 4, 2021(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

January 5, 2021(1 event)

Parent Rights in Special Education

Parent Rights in Special Education


January 5, 2021

Parent Rights in Special Education - Join us for this new interactive online training where we will discuss parent rights in special education.

Learning goals include:
Understanding your special education rights including:

  • Parental participation;
  • Access to education records;
  • When informed consent is required;
  • Prior written notice;
  • Independent Education Evaluation;
  • Your right to disagree with school; and
  • More

 

Co-Sponsor: FHF Crossroads

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.

January 6, 2021
January 7, 2021(1 event)

Special Education FAQ 1.0

Special Education FAQ 1.0


January 7, 2021

Special Education FAQ 1.0 - Join us for this new interactive training on the most frequently asked questions about special education and younger children.

Learning Goals includes:

  • Transitioning from EarlySteps to school services;
  • Evaluation requirements and timelines;
  • Who qualifies for special education;
  • Evaluation requirements for students in private schools;
  • What to do if your child is struggling in school;
  • How to handle bullying in school; and
  • More

 

Co-Sponsor: FHF Southwest Louisiana

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.

January 8, 2021
January 9, 2021
January 10, 2021
January 11, 2021(1 event)

CANCELLED/Special Education Dispute Resolution Option

CANCELLED/Special Education Dispute Resolution Option


January 11, 2021

THIS WEBINAR HAS BEEN CANCELLED

Special Education Dispute Resolution Option - Join us for this new interactive training as we discuss Special Education dispute resolution options when parents disagree.

Learning Goals includes:

  • The frequently used acronyms;
  • The different informal and formal dispute resolutions options offered by the  Louisiana Department of Education;
  • How to request a dispute resolution option; and
  • More

 

Co-Sponsor: FHF Northeast Louisiana

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.

January 12, 2021(1 event)

SSI/SSDI, Explained

SSI/SSDI, Explained


January 12, 2021

SSI/SSDI, Explained: Join us as we discuss the difference between SSI and SSDI and how to qualify for each. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions about both.

Guest Presenter: Maria Alvarez, Public Affairs Specialist in New Orleans, Social Security Administration

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.

January 13, 2021(1 event)

Navigating the IEP: Part 1

Navigating the IEP: Part 1


January 13, 2021

Navigating the IEP: Part 1 - Join us for this new interactive training as we navigate the different sections of the IEP.  During Part 1 of the 3 Part series, we will be discussing the General Student Information Section of the IEP.

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.

January 14, 2021
January 15, 2021
January 16, 2021
January 17, 2021
January 18, 2021(1 event)

MLK Holiday-Office Closed

MLK Holiday-Office Closed

N/A
January 18, 2021

Office Closed

January 19, 2021
January 20, 2021(1 event)

Navigating the IEP: Part 2

Navigating the IEP: Part 2


January 20, 2021

Navigating the IEP: Part 2 - Join us for this new interactive training as we navigate the different sections of the IEP.  During Part 2 of the 3 Part series, we will go through the instructional plan, annual goals and accommodations.

Co-Sponsor: FHF 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.

January 21, 2021
January 22, 2021
January 23, 2021(1 event)

Unlocking Ambitious IEP Goals

Unlocking Ambitious IEP Goals


January 23, 2021

Unlocking Ambitious IEP Goals - Join us as we discuss some tips to help you focus on making your child’s IEP as complete as possible to ensure good outcomes. During this webinar, we will discuss measurable annual goals and how they are written, your role as a IEP team member and how to create a results driven IEP.

Co-Sponsor: Bayou Land FHF

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.

January 24, 2021
January 25, 2021(1 event)

Navigating the IEP: Part 3

Navigating the IEP: Part 3


January 25, 2021

Navigating the IEP: Part 3 - Join us for this new interactive training as we navigate the different sections of the IEP.  During Part 3 of the 3 Part series, we will be finishing up with program/placement and services.

Co-Sponsor: Northshore FHF

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.

January 26, 2021(1 event)

The IEP Team: Who is a Member?

The IEP Team: Who is a Member?


January 26, 2021

The IEP Team – Who is a Member? - To create an effective IEP, parents, teachers, other school staff—and often the child—must come together at a meeting to look closely at the child’s unique needs.  This presentation will provide information on the members of the IEP team and the regulations on who must be invited to attend and participate in the development of the IEP.

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.

January 27, 2021
January 28, 2021
January 29, 2021
January 30, 2021
January 31, 2021

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