Trainings/Events Calendar

Events in December 2024

Parent Rights in Special Education

When Parents and Schools Disagree

Accommodations vs. Modifications

Advocacy 101

IEPs v. 504 Plans: The Basics and the Differences

Parent Rights in Special Education

When Parents and Schools Disagree

Accommodations vs. Modifications

Advocacy 101

IEPs v. 504 Plans: The Basics and the Differences

Parent Rights in Special Education

When Parents and Schools Disagree

Accommodations vs. Modifications

Advocacy 101

IEPs v. 504 Plans: The Basics and the Differences

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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.

REGISTER NOW

10:00 am – 11:00 am
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.

REGISTER NOW

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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.

REGISTER NOW

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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!

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
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

2 Parent Rights in Special Education Parent Rights in Special Education 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm 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. REGISTER NOW iCal Google Calendar More

5 When Parents and Schools Disagree When Parents and Schools Disagree 10:00 am – 11:00 am 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. REGISTER NOW iCal Google Calendar More

9 Accommodations vs. Modifications Accommodations vs. Modifications 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm 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. REGISTER NOW iCal Google Calendar More

10 Advocacy 101 Advocacy 101 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm 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! iCal Google Calendar More

11 IEPs v. 504 Plans: The Basics and the Differences IEPs v. 504 Plans: The Basics and the Differences 11:00 am – 12:00 pm 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 iCal Google Calendar More