Events in January 2026
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Your Rights in Special Education Your Rights in Special Education
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January 13, 2026Your Rights in Special Education - Join us as we discuss the rights that parents and students have when it comes to 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: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: Cynthia Chesterfield, FHF of Greater Baton Rouge
Audience: Parents, students and self-advocates, and professionals working with students with exceptionalities or complex medical needs.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Planning for Adulthood: Part 1 Planning for Adulthood: Part 1
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January 13, 2026Planning for Adulthood: Part 1 - You have likely been thinking about and planning for the transition process from high school to adult life for a long time! Learn more about how the IEP and transition supports in high school can help prepare students for adult life. Part 1 covers school transition planning, post-secondary education, employment, age of majority, and resources.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenters: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: Ester Wilson, FHF Region 7
Audience: Parents, students and self-advocates, and professionals working with students with exceptionalities or complex medical needs.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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When You and the School Disagree When You and the School Disagree
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January 15, 2026When You and the School 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 special education services. We will discuss: Frequently used acronyms; Different informal and formal dispute resolutions options offered by the Louisiana Department of Education; and how to request a dispute resolution option.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenters: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, students and self-advocates, and professionals working with students with exceptionalities or complex medical needs.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Planning for Adulthood: Part 2 Planning for Adulthood: Part 2
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January 15, 2026Planning for Adulthood: Part 2 - You have likely been thinking about and planning for the transition process from high school to adult life for a long time! Learn more about how the IEP and transition supports in high school can help prepare students for adult life. Part 2 covers finances, living independently, healthcare, recreation and leading a fulfilling life and resources.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenters: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, students and self-advocates, and professionals working with students with exceptionalities or complex medical needs.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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MLK Holiday-Office Closed MLK Holiday-Office Closed
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January 19, 2026Office Closed
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The Bridge from High School to Postsecondary Services The Bridge from High School to Postsecondary Services
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January 20, 2026The Bridge from High School to Postsecondary Services - In this webinar, we will assist you to understand the Individual Transition Plan (ITP) process as it pertains to postsecondary education and other related services. We will also provide an overview of programs and resources available to your child entering postsecondary education or employment.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenters: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, students and self-advocates, and professionals working with students with exceptionalities or complex medical needs.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Getting and Keeping Your First Job Getting and Keeping Your First Job
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January 22, 2026Getting 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.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenters: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: Mylinda Elliott and Wallace Johnson, FHF of Southwest Louisiana
Audience: Parents, students and self-advocates, and professionals working with students with exceptionalities or complex medical needs.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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IEPs, Behavior and Discipline IEPs, Behavior and Discipline
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January 27, 2026Getting 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.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: Kylie Grizzaffi, Bayou Land FHF
Audience: Parents, students and self-advocates, and professionals working with students with exceptionalities or complex medical needs.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Your Guide to IEPs v. 504 Plans Your Guide to IEPs v. 504 Plans
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January 29, 2026Your Guide to IEPs v. 504 Plans – Students with disabilities will often qualify for either an IEP or a 504 Plan – but what is the difference, and is one better than the other? This training will take you through the eligibility process of both plans, the laws that regulate both, the differences in the plans, and parental rights.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: Dianthe Rose, Northshore FHF
Audience: Parents, students and self-advocates, and professionals working with students with exceptionalities or complex medical needs.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Accommodations v Modifications Accommodations v Modifications
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January 29, 2026Accommodations v. Modifications - These 2 terms are not interchangeable! If understood and used correctly, these words can greatly impact the success of a child’s educational program. Get answers to these questions and more:
- How can accommodations and modifications help my child in the general education classroom?
- How are adjustments and modifications included in IEP?
- Which accommodations are allowed for state testing?
Understanding accommodations and modifications can be a game changer for your child.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: Brenda Bares, FHF of Acadiana
Audience: Parents, students and self-advocates, and professionals working with students with exceptionalities or complex medical needs.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
