Events in October 2021
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What Happens When Parents & School Disagree?
What Happens When Parents & School Disagree?
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October 4, 2021What Happens When Parents & School 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
Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge
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.
The ABC's of Extended School Year (ESY) ServicesThe ABC's of Extended School Year (ESY) Services
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October 4, 2021The 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: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: FHF of Southwest La.
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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Louisiana's Bullying Prevention Law
Louisiana's Bullying Prevention Law
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October 6, 2021Louisiana's Bullying Prevention Law - Join us as we discuss Louisiana’s Bullying Prevention law. This law applies to all public school students, regular education and special education. However, there are some significant implications that need to be considered when a student with a disability is involved
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 1Navigating the IEP: Part 1
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October 6, 2021Navigating 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.
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Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings
Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings
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October 12, 2021Top 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
Co-Host: FHF at the Crossroads
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.
Parent Rights in Special EducationParent Rights in Special Education
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October 12, 2021Parent 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
Co-Host: Bayou Land FHF
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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Accommodations vs. Modifications
Accommodations vs. Modifications
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October 13, 2021Accommodations 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 is it included in IEP and which accommodations are provided for state testing?Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: FHF Acadiana
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 2Navigating the IEP: Part 2
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October 13, 2021Navigating 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
Co-Host: Bayou Land FHF
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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Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings
Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings
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October 16, 2021Top 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.
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Navigating the IEP: Part 3
Navigating the IEP: Part 3
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October 20, 2021Navigating 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.
Co-Host: FHF of Northeast La.
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 4Navigating the IEP: Part 4
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October 20, 2021Navigating 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.
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Resources to Help Detect Future Reading Problems and Improve Children’s Literacy Skills
Resources to Help Detect Future Reading Problems and Improve Children’s Literacy Skills
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October 27, 2021Resources to Help Detect Future Reading Problems and Improve Children’s Literacy Skills - This webinar will overview free evidence-based resources that families can use at home to track, address, and support their child’s literacy development.
Guest Presenter: Sarah Sayko, Ed.D., Deputy Director, NCIL
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.