Events in September 2023
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August 28, 2023(1 event) Related ServicesRelated Services – Related 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. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Konstance Causey, FHF of NELA Co-Host: FHF of Northeast Louisiana Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
August 29, 2023(1 event) OCDD Waiver Supports: The Role of the Support CoordinatorOCDD Waiver Supports: The Role of the Support Coordinator – OCDD Waiver Supports: The Role of the Support Coordinator – Mr. Paul Rhorer, OCDD Waiver Director; Dr. Amy Greer, OCDD Deputy Assistant Secretary – Community Services; and Dr. Brandi Kelly, OCDD Clinical Director; will share information on getting connected to Waiver Services, the role of the Support Coordinator, and how you can drive the coordination of your supports. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenters: Mr. Paul Rhorer, Dr. Amy Greer, Dr. Brandi Kelly Co-Host: FHF of SWLA Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
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September 4, 2023(1 event) Labor Day - Office ClosedLabor Day - Office ClosedSeptember 4, 2023 Office Closed |
September 5, 2023 |
September 6, 2023(1 event) Parent Rights in Special EducationParent Rights in Special Education – Parent Rights in Special Education - Join us as we discuss the rights that parents have when it comes to their child’s special education and related services:
Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Sponsor: ASGNO Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
September 7, 2023(1 event) Lunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: Key Resources and Skills to Ensure Career Planning SuccessLunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: Key Resources and Skills to Ensure Career Planning Success – Lunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: Key Resources and Skills to Ensure Career Planning Success - In this introduction to the 4-part series, we will learn the critical role families and professionals can play to support youth and young adults with disabilities in learning work and career readiness skills for successful employment. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Co-Host: FHF of Southwest La. Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
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September 11, 2023(1 event) Louisiana's Bullying Prevention LawLouisiana's Bullying Prevention Law – Louisiana 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. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
September 12, 2023 |
September 13, 2023(1 event) When Parents and Schools DisagreeWhen Parents and Schools Disagree – When Parents and Schools Disagree - This training session will delve into Louisiana’s Special Education dispute resolution options and what to do when you disagree with the school regarding your child’s special education services. We will discuss:
Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
September 14, 2023(2 events) ABA Therapy in the School SettingABA Therapy in the School Setting – ABA Therapy in the School Setting - In this webinar, we will hear from an ABA professional on ABA in the classroom: what it can be, what it is not, and how different school systems manage it. Venue: Zoom Webinar Guest Presenter: Taylor Roane, Autism Spectrum Therapies Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Lunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: Key Laws That Support Youth and Career ReadinessLunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: Key Laws That Support Youth and Career Readiness – Lunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: Key Laws That Support Youth and Career Readiness – Join us for Part 2 of this series, where we will discuss the key laws that support youth and career readiness. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the Rehabilitation Act, as well as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and others are important helps for future workers who have a disability. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Co-Host: FHF of Southwest La. Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
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September 18, 2023(1 event) Coffee Break! Can my child be denied access to before and aftercare because of their disability?Coffee Break! Can my child be denied access to before and aftercare because of their disability? – Coffee Break! Can my child be denied access to before and aftercare because of their disability? Grab a cup of coffee and join us for this brief 15-minute mini-training aimed at answering a single disability-related dilemma. This month we will hear from New Orleans-area attorney Ron Lospennato about before and aftercare, and whether or not it’s discrimination for your child to be excluded. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenter: Ron Lospennato After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
September 19, 2023(1 event) Positive Behavior Support at School and in the HomePositive Behavior Support at School and in the Home – Positive Behavior Support at School and in the Home - Learn what Positive Behavior Support is and what it might look like in your child’s school. Also, discover how to apply Positive Behavior Support practices at home to help improve family life and address challenging behaviors. Venue: Zoom Webinar Guest Presenter: Karen Elfner, Behavior Alliance of South Carolina Co-Host: Bayou Land FHF Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
September 20, 2023 |
September 21, 2023(1 event) Lunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: An Overview of Key Employment SkillsLunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: An Overview of Key Employment Skills – Lunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: An Overview of Key Employment Skills – In Part 3 of this 4-part series, we will focus on nine key employment skill areas, with an explanation about each skill. Venue: Zoom Webinar Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
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September 28, 2023(1 event) Lunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: “Working Independently, Here We Come!” ChecklistLunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: “Working Independently, Here We Come!” Checklist – Lunch & Learn Introduction to Work series: An Overview of Resources to Support the Development of Skills from the “Working Independently, Here We Come!” Checklist - In the final part of this 4-part series, we will look at a variety of resources available to assist families, educators, and other professionals who work with youth and young adults with disabilities to develop the skills necessary to seek, obtain, and keep employment. Venue: Zoom Webinar After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
September 29, 2023 |
September 30, 2023(1 event) Jefferson Parish Community Resource FairJefferson Parish Community Resource Fair – 
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