Events in December 2022
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Parent Rights in Special Education
Parent Rights in Special Education
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December 1, 2022Parent Rights in Special Education - Join us for this new interactive online training where we will discuss parent rights in special education.
Learning goals include:
Understanding your special education rights including:- Parental participation;
- Access to education records;
- When informed consent is required;
- Prior written notice;
- Independent Education Evaluation;
- Your right to disagree with school; and
- More
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: FHF at the Crossroads
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.
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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The ABC's of Extended School Year (ESY) Services
The ABC's of Extended School Year (ESY) Services
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December 5, 2022The ABC’s of Extended School Year (ESY) Services – Did you know that data collected during the holidays often determine if your child will qualify for ESY Services? This training provides an overview of the ESY process for children with disabilities including how children qualify and why in many circumstances the school uses the holiday breaks in determining if a child will qualify for ESY.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: Autism Society of Greater New Orleans
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.
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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Introduction to Special Education
Introduction to Special Education
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December 6, 2022Introduction to Special Education – Do you suspect your child could benefit from special education and related services? or, Is your child newly evaluated? If so, this training is perfect for you. This intro to special education will give you a strong foundation to build future knowledge. You will learn the very basics through the philosophy of special education, the laws, evaluation process, and ultimately an IEP.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.
Click on the link below to register. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Accommodations vs. Modifications
Accommodations vs. Modifications
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December 7, 2022Accommodations 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? Accommodations and Modifications can be a game changer for your child.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: Down Syndrome Associaion of Greater New Orleans
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.
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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What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree?
What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree?
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December 12, 2022What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree? Louisiana's Special Education Dispute Resolution Options - Join us as we discuss Special Education dispute resolution options. You will learn about different informal and formal dispute resolutions options offered by the Louisiana Department of Education and how to request them.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans
Co-Host: FHF of Southwest Louisiana
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.
To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
