Trainings/Events Calendar


The week's events

  • The ABC's of Extended School Year (ESY) Services

    The ABC's of Extended School Year (ESY) Services


    December 5, 2022

    The ABC’s of Extended School Year (ESY) Services – Did you know that data collected during the holidays often determine if your child will qualify for ESY Services?  This training provides an overview of the ESY process for children with disabilities including how children qualify and why in many circumstances the school uses the holiday breaks in determining if a child will qualify for ESY.

    Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO

    Co-Host:  Autism Society 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.

  • Introduction to Special Education

    Introduction to Special Education


    December 6, 2022

    Introduction to Special Education – Do you suspect your child could benefit from special education and related services? or, Is your child newly evaluated? If so, this training is perfect for you. This intro to special education will give you a strong foundation to build future knowledge. You will learn the very basics through the philosophy of special education, the laws, evaluation process, and ultimately an IEP.

    Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO

    Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge

    Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

    Click on the link below to register. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

  • Accommodations vs. Modifications

    Accommodations vs. Modifications


    December 7, 2022

    Accommodations vs Modifications - Meeting after meeting, parents and teachers use the words “accommodation” and “modification” almost interchangeably when discussing IEPs and student needs. 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 accommodations and modifications included in IEP?   Which accommodations are provided for state testing?  Accommodations and Modifications can be a game changer for your child.

    Presenter: Sharon Blackmon,  FHF of GNO

    Co-Host: Down Syndrome Associaion 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.

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