Events in January 2023
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January 5, 2023(1 event) Education and Young Children with Disabilities: So Many Questions!Education and Young Children with Disabilities: So Many Questions! – Education and Young Children with Disabilities: So Many Questions! Caring for a young child with a disability is already overwhelming, and then they begin their education journey and even more knowledge and responsibility is required. This webinar can lighten the load a bit as we learn about:
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and 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. |
January 6, 2023 |
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January 9, 2023(1 event) Top Tips for Effective IEP MeetingsTop Tips for Effective IEP Meetings – Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings - In this webinar, we will break them down the IEP meeting preparation into three steps: before, during, and after the meeting. Implementing our top 5 tips in each of these steps should result in a better IEP experience. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Co-Host: The 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. |
January 10, 2023 |
January 11, 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 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. |
January 12, 2023(2 events) 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: GiGi's Playhouse 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. IEPs and Behavior and Discipline - Oh My!IEPs and Behavior and Discipline - Oh My! – IEPs and Behavior and Discipline - Oh My! The title covers it all! In this training we will talk about the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, functional behavior assessments, and disciplinary issues in school. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Co-Host: Bayou Land FHF Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and 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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January 17, 2023(1 event) All About Tests and AssessmentsAll About Tests and Assessments – All About Tests and Assessments - In this webinar we will answer some frequently asked questions regarding assessments and testing, such as when to have your child evaluated and how to interpret those assessment results. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and 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. |
January 18, 2023 |
January 19, 2023(1 event) Planning for Adulthood: Your High School IEP Questions AnsweredPlanning for Adulthood: Your High School IEP Questions Answered – Planning for Adulthood: Your High School IEP Questions Answered - You have likely been thinking about and planning for the transition process from high school to adult life for your child for a long time! Learn more about how the IEP and transition supports in high school can help your child prepare for adult life. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans Co-Host: FHF of Southwest Louisiana Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and 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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January 23, 2023 |
January 24, 2023(1 event) Advocacy 101Advocacy 101 – 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. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and 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. |
January 25, 2023(1 event) Understanding Individual Family Support ServicesUnderstanding Individual Family Support Services – Understanding Individual Family Support Services – Ciara Ricks from JPHSA will answer your questions about these services, such as:
Guest Presenter: Ciara Ricks, JPHSA Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and 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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February 1, 2023(1 event) Louisiana's Bullying Prevention LawLouisiana's Bullying Prevention Law – Louisiana's Bullying Prevention Law - Join us as we discuss Louisiana’s Bullying Prevention law. This law applies to all public school students, regular education and special education. However, there are some significant implications that need to be considered when a student with a disability is involved Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and 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 2, 2023(1 event) EarlySteps- Start to FinishEarlySteps- Start to Finish – EarlySteps: Start to Finish – EarlySteps is Louisiana’s Early Intervention System that provides services and supports to babies and young children with developmental delays and disabilities and their families. Join us as we navigate the EarlySteps process. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and 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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