Events in July 2022
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Independence Day - Office Closed
Independence Day - Office Closed
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July 4, 2022Office Closed
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Parent Rights in Special Education
Parent Rights in Special Education
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July 6, 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
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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July 7, 2022What 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: 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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Advocacy 101
Advocacy 101
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July 11, 2022Advocacy 101 – As parents or advocates for individuals with disabilities, knowing how to advocate effectively is critical. Advocacy is defined as taking action in support or opposition to a cause or issue. Advocacy can be done through education, outreach, and grassroots organizing. This training will provide you the basics on how to become an effective advocate.
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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Special Education FAQ 1.0
Special Education FAQ 1.0
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July 12, 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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Related Services
Related Services
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July 14, 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
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/StudentsTo register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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How to Introduce Your Child to New Providers
How to Introduce Your Child to New Providers
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July 18, 2022How to Introduce Your Child to New Providers – Parents rave about our in-house publications All About Me and My Portfolio and the usefulness in introducing their children to a variety of new service providers such as teachers, DSP’s, Therapists and more. Join us for this webinar where we will provide you access to these publications, instructions on how to personalize them for your child, and things you need to think about including in your personalized publication. If you do not have access to a printer, email us your publication, and we’ll be happy to print them out for you.
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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Special Education FAQ 2.0
Special Education FAQ 2.0
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July 19, 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
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 MeetingsTop Tips for Effective IEP Meetings
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July 19, 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: 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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Introduction to Special Education
Introduction to Special Education
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July 21, 2022Introduction to Special Education – Do you suspect your child could benefit from special education and related services? or, Is your child newly evaluated? If so, this training is perfect for you. This intro to special education will give you a strong foundation to build future knowledge. You will learn the very basics through the philosophy of special education, the laws, evaluation process, and ultimately an IEP.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.
Click on the link below to register. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Healthy Blue Back to School Giveaway for Children with Disabilities Grades K-5
Healthy Blue Back to School Giveaway for Children with Disabilities Grades K-5
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July 23, 2022
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Special Education FAQ 3.0
Special Education FAQ 3.0
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July 26, 2022Special 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: 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.
