Events in November 2022
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Parent Rights in Special Education
Parent Rights in Special Education
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November 2, 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 of 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.
Special Education FAQ 1.0Special Education FAQ 1.0
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November 2, 2022Special 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: Sharon Blackmon, 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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What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree?
What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree?
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November 3, 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
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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EarlySteps- Louisiana’s Early Intervention System
EarlySteps- Louisiana’s Early Intervention System
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November 7, 2022EarlySteps- Louisiana’s Early Intervention System – EarlySteps provides services and supports to babies and young children with developmental delays or disabilities and their families. Join us as we navigate the EarlySteps process, start to finish.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans
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.
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Related Services
Related Services
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November 8, 2022Related Services - Children with disabilities are entitled to special education and related services. The IEP must contain a statement of the special education, related services, and supplementary aids and services to be provided to the child. Participants will learn several critical elements used to determine what related services a student needs.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: FHF of 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.
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Special Education FAQ 2.0
Special Education FAQ 2.0
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November 9, 2022Special 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: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: FHF of Northeast 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.
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Let’s Talk About It: The Importance of Raising Awareness on Youth Suicide Prevention
Let’s Talk About It: The Importance of Raising Awareness on Youth Suicide Prevention
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November 10, 2022
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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Veterans Day - Office Closed
Veterans Day - Office Closed
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November 11, 2022Office Closed
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Who Needs a Surrogate Parent?
Who Needs a Surrogate Parent?
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November 14, 2022Who Needs a Surrogate Parent? The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) gives parents of children with disabilities an active role in planning their child’s educational programs and decision making. However, sometimes the parent is not available and IDEA allows for a surrogate parent to fill this very important role. Join us as we discuss which children are eligible for a surrogate parent, who can be a surrogate parent, and most importantly, who cannot be a surrogate parent.
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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E.P.S.D.T. & Access to Care: What Parents & Caregivers Need to Know
E.P.S.D.T. & Access to Care: What Parents & Caregivers Need to Know
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November 15, 2022
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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Anti-Discrimination Laws & Students with Disabilities
Anti-Discrimination Laws & Students with Disabilities
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November 16, 2022Anti-Discrimination Laws & Students with Disabilities - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act are anti-discrimination laws. They prohibit schools from discriminating against students with disabilities. Join us and learn how these laws are significantly different than the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which establishes how to evaluate and provide services to children with disabilities.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: FHF Northeast 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.
Special Education FAQ 3.0Special Education FAQ 3.0
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November 16, 2022Special Education FAQ 3.0 - During this webinar, we will be talking about the most frequently asked questions regarding the transition from high school to adult life.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Co-Host: GiGi's Playhouse
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 Basics of Educational Plans: IEP's vs 504 Plan
The Basics of Educational Plans: IEP's vs 504 Plan
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November 17, 2022The 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: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans
Co-Host: FHF NOLA
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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Thanksgiving Holidays - Office Closed
Thanksgiving Holidays - Office Closed
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November 24, 2022 – November 25, 2022Office Closed
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Thanksgiving Holidays - Office Closed
Thanksgiving Holidays - Office Closed
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November 24, 2022 – November 25, 2022Office Closed
