Trainings/Events Calendar

Events in April 2026

2 Your Rights in Special Education 11:00 am – 12:00 pm April 2, 2026 Your Rights in Special Education - Join us as we discuss the rights that parents and students have when it comes to 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 Presenter: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO Co-Host: Pam Carey, FHF Crossroads Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or complex medical needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. REGISTER NOW Your Rights in Special Education iCal Google Calendar Read More

3 Good Friday Holiday - Office Closed N/A April 3, 2026 Office closed iCal Google Calendar Read More

7 When You and the School Disagree 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm April 7, 2026 When You and the School Disagree - Join us to learn more about Louisiana’s Special Education dispute resolution options and what to do when you disagree with the school regarding special education services. We will discuss different informal and formal dispute resolution options offered by the Louisiana Department of Education, and how to request them. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenters: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO Co-Host: Cynthia Chesterfield, FHF of GBR Audience: Parents, students and self-advocates, and professionals working with students with disabilities or complex medical needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. REGISTER NOW When You and the School Disagree iCal Google Calendar Read More

9 Preparing for Work, Part 3: Skills Needed to Work Independently 11:00 am – 12:00 pm April 9, 2026 Preparing for Work, Part 3: Skills Needed to Work Independently: In Part 3 of this 4-part series, we will focus on nine key skill areas needed to find employment, with an explanation about each skill. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenter: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO Co-Host: Kylie Grizaffi, Bayou Land FHF Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or complex medical needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. REGISTER NOW Preparing for Work, Part 3: Skills Needed to Work Independently iCal Google Calendar Read More

14 How to Write Ambitious IEP Goals 11:00 am – 12:00 pm April 14, 2026 How to Write Ambitious IEP Goals: Join us as we discuss 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: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO Co-Host: Brenda Bares, FHF Acadiana Audience: Parents, students and self-advocates, and professionals working with students with disabilities or complex medical needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. REGISTER NOW How to Write Ambitious IEP Goals iCal Google Calendar Read More, Accommodations v Modifications 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm April 14, 2026 Accommodations v. Modifications - These 2 terms are not interchangeable! 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 allowed for state testing? Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenter: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO Co-Host: Dianthe' Rose, Northshore FHF Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or complex medical needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. REGISTER NOW Accommodations v Modifications iCal Google Calendar Read More

16 Do you Know What Related Services Your Child Receives? 11:00 am – 12:00 pm April 16, 2026 Do you Know What Related Services Your Child Receives? - Children with exceptionalities may be eligible for special education and related services. If they qualify for an Individualized Education Program, the IEP must contain a statement of the special education, related services and supplementary aids and services to be provided to the child. Participants will learn several critical elements used to determine what related services a student needs. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenter: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO Co-Host: Mylinda Elliott, Wallace Johnson, FHF of SWLA Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or complex medical needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. REGISTER NOW Do you Know What Related Services Your Child Receives? iCal Google Calendar Read More

21 Get SMART with IEP Goals 11:00 am – 12:00 pm April 21, 2026 Get SMART with IEP Goals - Based on an article by Pete Wright and Pam Wright entitled “Wrightslaw Game Plan for SMART IEPs,” this training will help you learn how writing goals with the S.M.A.R.T process is a recipe for success and progress. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenter: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or complex medical needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. REGISTER NOW Get SMART with IEP Goals iCal Google Calendar Read More

22 Adolescence and Disability: Insights into Physical, Emotional, and Social Development 10:00 am – 12:00 pm April 22, 2026 Adolescence and Disability: Insights into Physical, Emotional, and Social Development iCal Google Calendar Read More

23 Bullying Law in Louisiana 11:00 am – 12:00 pm April 23, 2026 Bullying Law in Louisiana - Louisiana’s Bullying law applies to ALL students. That means students in both regular education and special education. Join us to learn about your rights where bullying is a concern and the significant implications that need to be considered when a student with a disability is involved. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenters: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO Co-Host: Hope Miller, FHF of NELA Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or complex medical needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. REGISTER NOW Bullying Law in Louisiana iCal Google Calendar Read More, Youth/Young Adult Hangout 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm April 23, 2026 Youth/Young Adult Hangout iCal Google Calendar Read More

28 Getting Involved! How to Let your Voice be Heard! 11:00 am – 12:00 pm April 28, 2026 Getting Involved! How to Let your Voice be Heard! - As an individual with an exceptionality or family member, knowing how to speak up effectively is critical. There are many ways to get involved and lots of organizations to help. This can be done through education, outreach, and grassroots organizing. Join us to learn the basics on how to become effective in working for systems change and which organizations are here to support you along the way. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenters: Maryury Templet/Karen Scallan, FHF of GNO Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or complex medical needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. REGISTER NOW Getting Involved! How to Let your Voice be Heard! iCal Google Calendar Read More