Events in May 2022
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Parent Rights in Special Education
Parent Rights in Special Education
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May 4, 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: 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 1Navigating the IEP: Part 1
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May 4, 2022Navigating 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.
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Navigating the IEP: Part 2
Navigating the IEP: Part 2
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May 11, 2022Navigating 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.
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Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings
Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings
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May 14, 2022Top 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.
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.
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Navigating the IEP: Part 3
Navigating the IEP: Part 3
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May 16, 2022Navigating the IEP: Part 3 - Join us for this new interactive training as we navigate the different sections of the IEP. In Part 3 of our 4 Part Series, we will discuss the Program/ Services and Placement/ Consent Sections of the IEP.
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.
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Compensatory Education and Compensatory Services
Compensatory Education and Compensatory Services
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May 18, 2022CANCELED - What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree? CANCELEDCANCELED - What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree? CANCELED
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May 18, 2022THIS WEBINAR HAS BEEN CANCELED
What Happens When Parents & Schools 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
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.
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SSI/ SSDI Explained
SSI/ SSDI Explained
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May 20, 2022SSI/ SSDI Explained - Join us as we discuss the difference between SSI and SSDI and how to qualify for each. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions about both.In-Person Training - River Ridge Library; 8825 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge, LA 70123Presenter: Maria Alvarez, Public Affairs Specialist in New Orleans, Social Security Administration
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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Navigating the IEP: Part 4
Navigating the IEP: Part 4
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May 23, 2022Navigating the IEP: Part 4 - Join us for this new interactive training as we navigate the different sections of the IEP. In Part 4 of our 4 Part Series, we will cover the transition sections of the IEP.
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.
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Memorial Day Holiday - Office Closed
Memorial Day Holiday - Office Closed
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May 30, 2022Office Closed
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Postsecondary Options for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Postsecondary Options for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
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May 31, 2022Postsecondary Options for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities - This session will focus on the need to start Transition planning early, that the activities should foster individualized exploration of and experiences with community-based employment options to help with choice.
Presenter: Susan “Sue” G. Killam, M.Ed., CWIC, CESP; Director, Transition, Employment & Careers; LSU Health - Human Development Center
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.