The week's events
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What is Support Coordination?
What is Support Coordination?
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May 13, 2024What is Support Coordination? – Support Coordinators from two Louisiana agencies will join us to talk about what you can expect from your Support Coordination services.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenters: Hillary Miller, Quality Support Coordination; Michelle Wall, ABC Support Coordination
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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May 14, 2024When 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
Community Partner: Epilepsy Alliance 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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Introduction to Special Education
Introduction to Special Education
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May 15, 2024Introduction to Special Education – Do you suspect your child could benefit from special education and related services, or is your child newly evaluated? This overview of Special Education and related services will give you a strong foundation on which to build future knowledge. You will learn about the philosophy of special education, the laws, the evaluation process, and some information about the IEP.
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.
Placing Your Employment Future on the Front BurnerPlacing Your Employment Future on the Front Burner
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May 15, 2024
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The Basics of Educational Plans: IEPs v. 504 Plans
The Basics of Educational Plans: IEPs v. 504 Plans
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May 16, 2024The Basics of Educational Plans: IEPs v. 504 Plans – 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
Presenter: 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.
