Trainings/Events Calendar

Events in November 2021

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November 1, 2021(2 events)

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

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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

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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.
November 2, 2021
November 3, 2021(2 events)

Louisiana's Bullying Prevention Law

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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

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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.
November 4, 2021
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November 8, 2021
November 9, 2021(1 event)

ABA Therapy in the School Setting

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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.
November 10, 2021(2 events)

All About Tests and Evaluations

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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

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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.
November 11, 2021
November 12, 2021
November 13, 2021
November 14, 2021
November 15, 2021(2 events)

Parent Rights in Special Education

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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?

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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.
November 16, 2021
November 17, 2021(2 events)

Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings

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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

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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.
November 18, 2021
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November 30, 2021
December 1, 2021(2 events)

Navigating the IEP: Part 1

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December 1, 2021

Navigating the IEP: Part 1 - Join us for this new interactive training as we navigate the different sections of the IEP. In Part 1 of our 4 Part Series, we will cover the requirements of notification to the parent for an IEP meeting, IEP team members, IEP exceptionalities, General Student Information and Special Factors to be considered for a child with a disability.

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.

Navigating the IEP: Part 2

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December 1, 2021

Navigating the IEP: Part 2 - Join us for this new interactive training as we navigate the different sections of the IEP.  In Part 2 of our 4 Part Series, we will focus on the instructional plan which includes the present levels of performance and challenging academic and functional goals for a student with a disability. These will be followed by Accommodations.

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.
December 2, 2021
December 3, 2021
December 4, 2021(1 event)

Parent Rights in Special Education

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December 4, 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

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.
December 5, 2021
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