Events in January 2023
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Holidays - Office Closed
Holidays - Office Closed
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January 2, 2023Office closed
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Education and Young Children with Disabilities: So Many Questions!
Education and Young Children with Disabilities: So Many Questions!
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January 5, 2023Education and Young Children with Disabilities: 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!
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans
Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.
To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings
Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings
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January 9, 2023Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings - In this webinar, we will break them down the IEP meeting preparation into three steps: before, during, and after the meeting. Implementing our top 5 tips in each of these steps should result in a better IEP experience.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: The Autism Society of Greater New Orleans
Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.
To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree?
What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree?
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January 11, 2023What Happens When Parents & 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:
- 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.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans
Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.
To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Parent Rights in Special Education
Parent Rights in Special Education
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January 12, 2023Parent 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:
- Parental participation;
- Access to education records;
- Iinformed consent;
- Prior written notice;
- Independent Education Evaluation;
- Your right to disagree with school
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: GiGi's Playhouse
Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.
To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
IEPs and Behavior and Discipline - Oh My!IEPs and Behavior and Discipline - Oh My!
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January 12, 2023IEPs 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.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: Bayou Land FHF
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.
To register, click on the link below. 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 16, 2023Office Closed
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All About Tests and Assessments
All About Tests and Assessments
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January 17, 2023All About Tests and Assessments - In this webinar we will answer some frequently asked questions regarding assessments and testing, such as when to have your child evaluated and how to interpret those assessment results.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.
To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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GNO Resource Information Workshop - Provider Education 2023
GNO Resource Information Workshop - Provider Education 2023
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January 18, 2023
Audience: This training was developed for professionals, but parents and caregivers of students with disabilities or special healthcare needs are welcome to attend.
To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Planning for Adulthood: Your High School IEP Questions Answered
Planning for Adulthood: Your High School IEP Questions Answered
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January 19, 2023Planning for Adulthood: Your High School IEP Questions Answered - You have likely been thinking about and planning for the transition process from high school to adult life for your child for a long time! Learn more about how the IEP and transition supports in high school can help your child prepare for adult life.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans
Co-Host: FHF of Southwest Louisiana
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.
To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Advocacy 101
Advocacy 101
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January 24, 2023Advocacy 101 – As parents or advocates of individuals with disabilities, knowing how to advocate effectively is critical. Advocacy is defined as taking action in support of or opposition to a cause or issue. Advocacy can be done through education, outreach, and grassroots organizing. Here, we will provide you with some of the basics on how to become an effective advocate.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.
To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Understanding Individual Family Support Services
Understanding Individual Family Support Services
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January 25, 2023Understanding Individual Family Support Services – Ciara Ricks from JPHSA will answer your questions about these services, such as:
- What is Family Support?
- How is Family Support funded?
- How do I submit a family support request for service?
Guest Presenter: Ciara Ricks, JPHSA
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.
To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
