The week's events
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February 6, 2023 |
February 7, 2023(1 event) What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree?What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree? – What Happens When Parents & 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:
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans Co-Host: Autism Society of Greater New Orleans Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
February 8, 2023(1 event) Accommodations vs. ModificationsAccommodations vs. Modifications – 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:
Understanding accommodations and modifications can be a game changer for your child. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Co-Host: FHF of SWLA Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
February 9, 2023(2 events) Who Needs a Surrogate Parent?Who Needs a Surrogate Parent? – Who Needs a Surrogate Parent? The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) gives parents of children with disabilities an active role in planning their child’s educational programs and decision making. However, sometimes the parent is not available and IDEA allows for a surrogate parent to fill this very important role. Join us as we discuss which children are eligible for a surrogate parent, who can be a surrogate parent, and most importantly, who cannot be a surrogate parent. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Co-Host: FHF of Acadiana Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. 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 – Parent 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:
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Co-Host: Bayou Land FHF Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. 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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