Events in November 2024

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October 28, 2024(1 event)

Related Services

Related Services


October 28, 2024

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.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Ester Wilson, FHF Region 7

Co-Host: FHF Region 7

Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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November 6, 2024(1 event)

Parent Rights in Special Education

Parent Rights in Special Education


November 6, 2024

Parent Rights in Special Education - Join us as we discuss the rights that parents have when it comes to their child’s special education and related services, such as parental participation, access to education records, informed consent, prior written notice, your right to disagree with school, and more.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO

Community Partner: Beignet Fest Foundation

Audience:  Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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November 7, 2024(1 event)

Introduction to Work series, Part 1: Key Resources and Skills to Ensure Career Planning Success

Introduction to Work series, Part 1: Key Resources and Skills to Ensure Career Planning Success


November 7, 2024

Introduction to Work series, Part 1: Key Resources and Skills to Ensure Career Planning Success - In this introduction to the 4-part series, we will learn the critical role families and professionals can play to support youth and young adults with disabilities in learning work and career readiness skills for successful employment.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO

Community Partner Spotlight: Autism Society of Greater New Orleans

Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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November 8, 2024(1 event)

Coffee Break! Get SMART!

Coffee Break! Get SMART!


November 8, 2024

Coffee Break! Get SMART! Grab a cup of coffee and join us for this brief 15-minute mini-training on SMART Goals and how they make a stronger IEP for your child.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO

Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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November 9, 2024
November 10, 2024
November 11, 2024(1 event)

Veterans Day - Office Closed

Veterans Day - Office Closed

November 11, 2024

Office Closed

November 12, 2024(2 events)

Introduction to Work series, Part 2: Key Laws That Support Youth and Career Readiness

Introduction to Work series, Part 2: Key Laws That Support Youth and Career Readiness


November 12, 2024

Introduction to Work series, Part 2: Key Laws That Support Youth and Career Readiness – Join us for Part 2 of this series, where we will discuss the key laws that support youth and career readiness. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the Rehabilitation Act, as well as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and others are important helps for future workers who have a disability.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO

Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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IEPs and Behavior and Discipline - Oh My!

IEPs and Behavior and Discipline - Oh My!


November 12, 2024

IEPs and Behavior and Discipline - Oh My!  The title covers it all! In this training we will talk about the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, functional behavior assessments, and disciplinary issues in school.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Cynthia Chesterfield, FHF of GBR

Co-Host: Families Helping Families of Greater Baton Rouge

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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November 13, 2024(1 event)

When Parents and Schools Disagree

When Parents and Schools Disagree


November 13, 2024

When Parents and Schools Disagree - This training session will delve into Louisiana’s Special Education dispute resolution options and what to do when you disagree with the school regarding your child’s special education services. We will discuss different informal and formal dispute resolutions options offered by the Louisiana Department of Education, and how to request one of the dispute resolution options.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Wallace Johnson & Mylinda Elliott, FHF SWLA

Co-Host: Families Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana

Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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November 14, 2024(1 event)

Introduction to Work series, Part 3: Skills Needed to Work Independently

Introduction to Work series, Part 3: Skills Needed to Work Independently


November 14, 2024

Introduction to Work series, Part 3: Skills Needed to Work Independently -- In Part 3 of this 4-part series, we will focus on nine key skill areas needed to find employment, with an explanation about each skill.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO

Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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November 15, 2024
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November 18, 2024(1 event)

Education and Young Children with Exceptionalities: So Many Questions!

Education and Young Children with Exceptionalities: So Many Questions!


November 18, 2024

Education and Young Children with Exceptionalities: So Many Questions! Caring for a young child with a disability is already overwhelming, and then they begin their education journey and even more knowledge and responsibility is required. This webinar can lighten the load a bit as we learn about:
 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!

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Hope Miller, FHF NELA

Co-Host: Families Helping Families of Northeast Louisiana

Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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November 19, 2024(1 event)

Shining Light on ASD and Essential Supports

Shining Light on ASD and Essential Supports


November 19, 2024

Shining Light on ASD and Essential Supports - Everyone utilizes essential support strategies throughout their day, without even realizing it. Join us as we provide an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) characteristics and explore how these everyday essential supports can be used at home to assist individuals with ASD to be successful and avoid frustration.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenters: Melinda Luna and Tracy O’Donnell, LASARD

Co-Host: Families Helping Families of Greater Baton Rouge

Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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November 20, 2024
November 21, 2024(1 event)

Introduction to Work series, Part 4: An Overview of Resources to Support Work Skills Development

Introduction to Work series, Part 4: An Overview of Resources to Support Work Skills Development


November 21, 2024

Introduction to Work series, Part 4: An Overview of Resources to Support Work Skills Development: In the final part of this 4-part series, we will look at a variety of resources available to assist families, educators, and other professionals who work with youth and young adults with disabilities to develop the skills necessary to seek, obtain, and keep employment.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO

Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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November 28, 2024(1 event)

Thanksgiving Holidays - Office Closed

Thanksgiving Holidays - Office Closed

November 28, 2024 November 29, 2024

Office Closed

November 29, 2024(1 event)

Thanksgiving Holidays - Office Closed

Thanksgiving Holidays - Office Closed

November 28, 2024 November 29, 2024

Office Closed

November 30, 2024
December 1, 2024

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