Events in October 2023
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LATAN: Louisiana Assistive Technology Access Network
LATAN: Louisiana Assistive Technology Access Network
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October 3, 2023LATAN: Louisiana Assistive Technology Access Network – Meghan Pliske, Director of Therapeutic Services & Community Outreach with LATAN, will share about assistive technology services that are available throughout Louisiana.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Guest Presenter: Meghan Pliske, LOTR, CAPS III
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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Overview of Louisiana Rehabilitation Services
Overview of Louisiana Rehabilitation Services
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October 5, 2023Overview of Louisiana Rehabilitation Services – Elizabeth Maillian will discuss the mission of LRS, the individuals they serve, who is eligible for services, and the services they can provide to assist individuals with disabilities to obtain, maintain, or advance in employment.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Guest Presenter: Elizabeth Maillian, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services
Co-Host: FHF Northeast 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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When Parents and Schools Disagree
When Parents and Schools Disagree
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October 9, 2023When 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, Cynthia Chesterfield, FHF GBR
Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge
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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Parent Rights in Special Education
Parent Rights in Special Education
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October 11, 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, such as parental participation, access to education records, informed consent, prior written notice, your right to disagree with school, and more.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Wallace Johnson & Mylinda Elliott, FHF SWLA
Sponsor: FHF 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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Education and Young Children with Exceptionalities: So Many Questions!
Education and Young Children with Exceptionalities: So Many Questions!
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October 12, 2023Education 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
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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OCDD Waiver Services: Tools You Need in Planning Supports
OCDD Waiver Services: Tools You Need in Planning Supports
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October 16, 2023OCDD Waiver Services: Tools You Need in Planning Supports - In Part 2 of our OCDD Waiver Services series presented by the Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, we will hear about the different tools available that you can use to decide what supports and services available through the various waivers will best aid your family and your loved one.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Guest Presenters: Mr. Paul Rhorer, Dr. Amy Greer, Dr. Brandi Kelly
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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Navigating Dyslexia in Our Schools: A Defining Moment
Navigating Dyslexia in Our Schools: A Defining Moment
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October 17, 2023Navigating Dyslexia in Our Schools: A Defining Moment - This session will address equity, access, and inclusion for students with dyslexia. Participants will get a chance to discover foundational reading skills and build awareness of dyslexia identification and intervention. We will explore the dyslexia laws, policies, and guidance necessary to journey through the school support processes.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Guest Presenter: DeJunne' Jackson
Co-Host: Bayou Land FHF
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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How to Write Ambitious IEP Goals
How to Write Ambitious IEP Goals
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October 18, 2023How to Write Ambitious IEP Goals – Join us as we discuss some tips to help you focus on making your child’s IEP as complete as possible to ensure good outcomes. During this webinar, we will discuss measurable annual goals and how they are written, your role as an IEP team member and how to create a results driven IEP.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenters: Sharon Blackmon (FHF of GNO), Brenda Bares (FHF of Acadiana)
Co-Host: FHF of Acadiana
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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Top Tips for an Effective IEP Meeting
Top Tips for an Effective IEP Meeting
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October 19, 2023Top Tips for an Effective IEP Meeting - 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.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenters: Sharon Blackmon (FHF of GNO), Cynthia Chesterfield, FHF GBR
Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge
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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Coffee Break with Steven Nguyen: Navigating Your Own Healthcare Into Adulthood
Coffee Break with Steven Nguyen: Navigating Your Own Healthcare Into Adulthood
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October 23, 2023Coffee Break with Steven Nguyen: Navigating Your Own Healthcare Into Adulthood - Grab a cup of coffee and join us for this brief 15-minute mini-training aimed at discussing a single disability-related issue. This month, we are talking to self-advocate Steven Nguyen about the medical transition to adulthood and how to speak up for yourself with medical providers.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenters: Steven Nguyen and Sharon Blackmon - FHF of GNO
Co-Host: FHF at the Crossroads
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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How is an IEP Like a Bicycle? The Parts of the IEP and How They Work Together
How is an IEP Like a Bicycle? The Parts of the IEP and How They Work Together
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October 24, 2023How is an IEP Like a Bicycle? The Parts of the IEP and How They Work Together – Join us for this special presentation from Steven Prater of the PROGRESS Center as he provides an explanation of each part of the IEP and what parents should expect in their child’s IEP. We will also explain how the parts of the IEP should align and work together to form a program that is specifically designed their student to make progress on their goals and in the general education classroom.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: Steven Prater, The PROGRESS Center
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.
