Trainings/Events Calendar


Events in December 2024

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November 25, 2024
November 26, 2024
November 27, 2024
November 28, 2024(1 event)

Thanksgiving Holidays - Office Closed

November 28, 2024 November 29, 2024

Office Closed

November 29, 2024(1 event)

Thanksgiving Holidays - Office Closed

November 28, 2024 November 29, 2024

Office Closed

November 30, 2024
December 1, 2024
December 2, 2024(1 event)

Parent Rights in Special Education


December 2, 2024

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, 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: Mylinda Elliott & Wallace Johnson, FHF of SWLA

Co-Host: FHF SWLA

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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December 3, 2024
December 4, 2024
December 5, 2024(1 event)

When Parents and Schools Disagree


December 5, 2024

When 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

Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO

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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December 6, 2024
December 7, 2024
December 8, 2024
December 9, 2024(1 event)

Accommodations vs. Modifications


December 9, 2024

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? 

Understanding accommodations and modifications can be a game changer for your child.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Cynthia Chesterfield, FHF of GBR

Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge

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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December 10, 2024(1 event)

Advocacy 101


December 10, 2024

Advocacy 101 - As parents or advocates of individuals with disabilities, knowing how to advocate effectively is critical. Advocacy is defined as taking action in support of or opposition to a cause or issue. Advocacy can be done through education, outreach, and grassroots organizing. Here, we will provide you with some of the basics on how to become an effective advocate.

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.

REGISTER NOW!

December 11, 2024(1 event)

IEPs v. 504 Plans: The Basics and the Differences


December 11, 2024

IEPs v. 504 Plans: The Basics and the Differences – Students with disabilities will usually qualify for either an IEP or a 504 Plan – but what is the difference, and is one better than the other? This training will take you through the eligibility process of both plans, the laws that regulate both, the differences in the plans, and parental rights.

Venue: Zoom Webinar

Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Cynthia Chesterfield,  FHF of GBR

Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge

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.

REGISTER NOW

December 12, 2024
December 13, 2024
December 14, 2024
December 15, 2024
December 16, 2024
December 17, 2024
December 18, 2024
December 19, 2024(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

December 19, 2024 January 3, 2025

Office closed

December 20, 2024(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

December 19, 2024 January 3, 2025

Office closed

December 21, 2024(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

December 19, 2024 January 3, 2025

Office closed

December 22, 2024(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

December 19, 2024 January 3, 2025

Office closed

December 23, 2024(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

December 19, 2024 January 3, 2025

Office closed

December 24, 2024(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

December 19, 2024 January 3, 2025

Office closed

December 25, 2024(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

December 19, 2024 January 3, 2025

Office closed

December 26, 2024(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

December 19, 2024 January 3, 2025

Office closed

December 27, 2024(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed