Trainings/Events Calendar


Events in November 2021

  • The Basics of Educational Plans: IEP's vs 504 Plan

    The Basics of Educational Plans: IEP's vs 504 Plan


    November 1, 2021

    The Basics Educational Plans: IEP's vs 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.

    Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of Greater New Orleans

    Co-Host: FHF Southwest La.

    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.

    Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings

    Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings


    November 1, 2021

    Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings - Join us for this new training as we go over some of the best IEP Tips for organizing yourself for an effective IEP meeting. We will break them down into three steps – before, during, and after the IEP meeting. Implementing our top 5 tips in each of these sections should result in an effective IEP meeting.

    Co-Host: FHF NOLA

    Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
    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.

  • Louisiana's Bullying Prevention Law

    Louisiana's Bullying Prevention Law


    November 3, 2021

    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: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
    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.

    Special Education FAQ 1.0

    Special Education FAQ 1.0


    November 3, 2021

    Special Education FAQ 1.0 - Join us for this new interactive training on the most frequently asked questions about special education and younger children.

    Learning Goals includes:

    • Transitioning from EarlySteps to school services;
    • Evaluation requirements and timelines;
    • Who qualifies for special education;
    • Evaluation requirements for students in private schools;
    • What to do if your child is struggling in school;
    • How to handle bullying in school; and
    • More

     

    Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, 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.

  • ABA Therapy in the School Setting

    ABA Therapy in the School Setting


    November 9, 2021

    ABA Therapy in the School Setting - Join us for a 1 hour virtual workshop to learn about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in the school setting. You will learn everything you need to know about receiving ABA services in the school setting; including how to get services started in the school, and once services are started; the school’s role versus the ABA provider’s role.

    Guest Presenter: Taylor Roane, M.S.Ed., BCBA, LBA, Clinical Director of Autism Spectrum Therapies in the Greater New Orleans area

    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.

  • All About Tests and Evaluations

    All About Tests and Evaluations


    November 10, 2021

    All About Tests and Evaluations - In this webinar we will talk All About Assessments and Testing. It will answer some frequently asked questions regarding assessments and testing, when to have your child evaluated and interpreting those assessment results.

    Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of Greater New Orleans

    Co-Host: FHF Acadiana

    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.

    Special Education FAQ 2.0

    Special Education FAQ 2.0


    November 10, 2021

    Special Education FAQ 2.0 - Join us for this new interactive training on the most frequently asked questions about the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Process.

    Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

    Co-Host: Bayou Land FHF

    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.

  • Parent Rights in Special Education

    Parent Rights in Special Education


    November 15, 2021

    Parent 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: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

    Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge

    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.

    What Happens When Parents & School Disagree?

    What Happens When Parents & School Disagree?


    November 15, 2021

    What Happens When Parents & School Disagree? Louisiana's Special Education Dispute Resolution Options - Join us for this new interactive training as we discuss Special Education dispute resolution options when parents disagree.

    Learning Goals includes:

    • The frequently used acronyms;
    • The different informal and formal dispute resolutions options offered by the  Louisiana Department of Education;
    • How to request a dispute resolution option; and
    • More

    Co-Host: FHF NOLA

    Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
    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.

  • Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings

    Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings


    November 17, 2021

    Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings - Join us for this new training as we go over some of the best IEP Tips for organizing yourself for an effective IEP meeting. We will break them down into three steps – before, during, and after the IEP meeting. Implementing our top 5 tips in each of these sections should result in an effective IEP meeting.

    Co-Host:  FHF of Northeast La.

    Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
    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.

    Special Education FAQ 3.0

    Special Education FAQ 3.0


    November 17, 2021

    Special Education FAQ 3.0 - Join us for this new interactive training on the most frequently asked questions about the transition process from high school to adult life.

    Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

    Co-Host: Bayou Land FHF

    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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