Trainings/Events Calendar

Events in May 2022

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April 25, 2022(2 events)

Independent Living, Here We Come!

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April 25, 2022

Independent Living, Here We Come! - Is your youth entering High School? Is your youth planning to live independently? If so, join us as we go over how to use the "Independent Living, Here We Come!", checklist document. This document is to be used by youth and young adults with disabilities and their caregivers to review the skills needed for independent living and identify those skills the youth is able to do and those he or she has not yet learned.

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.

Independent Living, Here We Come!

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April 25, 2022

Independent Living, Here We Come! - Is your youth entering High School? Is your youth planning to live independently? If so, join us as we go over how to use the "Independent Living, Here We Come!", checklist document. This document is to be used by youth and young adults with disabilities and their caregivers to review the skills needed for independent living and identify those skills the youth is able to do and those he or she has not yet learned.

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.
April 26, 2022(1 event)

Special Education FAQ 3.0

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April 26, 2022

Special Education FAQ 3.0 - Join us for this new interactive training on the most frequently asked questions about the transition process from high school to adult life.

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.
April 27, 2022
April 28, 2022
April 29, 2022
April 30, 2022
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May 3, 2022
May 4, 2022(2 events)

Parent Rights in Special Education

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May 4, 2022

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

 

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.

Navigating the IEP: Part 1

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May 4, 2022

Navigating the IEP: Part 1 - Join us for this new interactive training as we navigate the different sections of the IEP. In Part 1 of our 4 Part Series, we will cover the requirements of notification to the parent for an IEP meeting, IEP team members, IEP exceptionalities, General Student Information and Special Factors to be considered for a child with a disability.

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.
May 5, 2022
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May 10, 2022
May 11, 2022(1 event)

Navigating the IEP: Part 2

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May 11, 2022

Navigating the IEP: Part 2 - Join us for this new interactive training as we navigate the different sections of the IEP.  In Part 2 of our 4 Part Series, we will focus on the instructional plan which includes the present levels of performance and challenging academic and functional goals for a student with a disability. These will be followed by Accommodations.

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.
May 12, 2022(1 event)

GNO Resource Information Workshop - Provider Education 2022

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May 12, 2022

GNO RIW Flyer

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
May 13, 2022
May 14, 2022(1 event)

Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings

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May 14, 2022

Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings - Join us for this new training as we go over some of the best IEP Tips for organizing yourself for an effective IEP meeting. We will break them down into three steps – before, during, and after the IEP meeting. Implementing our top 5 tips in each of these sections should result in an effective IEP meeting.

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.
May 15, 2022
May 16, 2022(1 event)

Navigating the IEP: Part 3

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May 16, 2022

Navigating the IEP: Part 3 - Join us for this new interactive training as we navigate the different sections of the IEP.  In Part 3 of our 4 Part Series, we will discuss the Program/ Services and Placement/ Consent Sections 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.
May 17, 2022
May 18, 2022(2 events)

CANCELED - What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree? CANCELED

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May 18, 2022

THIS WEBINAR HAS BEEN CANCELED

What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree? Louisiana's Special Education Dispute Resolution Options - 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

 

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.
May 19, 2022
May 20, 2022(1 event)

SSI/ SSDI Explained

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May 20, 2022

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.
In-Person Training -  River Ridge Library; 8825 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge, LA 70123

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.
May 21, 2022
May 22, 2022
May 23, 2022(1 event)

Navigating the IEP: Part 4

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May 23, 2022

Navigating the IEP: Part 4 - Join us for this new interactive training as we navigate the different sections of the IEP.  In Part 4 of our 4 Part Series, we will cover the transition sections 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.
May 24, 2022
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May 26, 2022
May 27, 2022
May 28, 2022
May 29, 2022
May 30, 2022(1 event)

Memorial Day Holiday - Office Closed

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May 30, 2022

Office Closed
May 31, 2022(1 event)

Postsecondary Options for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

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May 31, 2022

Postsecondary Options for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities - This session will focus on the need to start Transition planning early, that the activities should foster individualized exploration of and experiences with community-based employment options to help with choice.

Presenter: Susan “Sue” G. Killam, M.Ed., CWIC, CESP; Director, Transition, Employment & Careers; LSU Health - Human Development Center

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 1, 2022
June 2, 2022(2 events)

Options for Employment for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

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June 2, 2022

Options for Employment for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities - This webinar will focus on the available career and employment services and provide information about the agencies and the level and type of support and training available. The webinar will also provide information on Best-Practice employment models, services and supports and resources for stakeholders and families.

Presenter: Susan “Sue” G. Killam, M.Ed., CWIC, CESP; Director, Transition, Employment & Careers; LSU Health - Human Development Center

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.

Community Resource Spotlight: JPHSA Services for You and Your Family

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June 2, 2022

Community Resource Spotlight: JPHSA Services for You and Your Family - Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA) is committed to providing behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and primary care services and supports. Learn more about what JPHSA has to offer for you and your family.

Guest Presenters: Angela Schifani & Nicole Green; Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority

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, 2022
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June 5, 2022
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