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December 4, 2023
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 different informal and formal dispute resolutions options offered by the Louisiana Department of Education, and how to request one of the dispute resolution options.
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.
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December 5, 2023
Anti-Discrimination Laws & Students with Disabilities - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are anti-discrimination laws. They prohibit schools from discriminating against students with disabilities. Join us and learn about your child’s important protections under these laws.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Konstance Causey, FHF NELA
Co-Host: FHF of Northeast Louisiana
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and 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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December 6, 2023
The Basics of Educational Plans: IEPs v. 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.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Cynthia Chesterfield, FHF of GBR
Co-Host: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and 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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December 7, 2023
The Bridge from High School to Postsecondary Services - In this webinar, we will assist you to understand the Individual Transition Plan (ITP) process as it pertains to postsecondary education and other related services. We will also provide an overview of programs and resources available to your child entering postsecondary education or employment.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO; Wallace Johnson & Mylinda Elliott, FHF SWLA
Co-Host: FHF of Southwest Louisiana
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and 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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December 11, 2023
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, such as parental participation, access to education records, informed consent, prior written notice, your right to disagree with school, and more.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: 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.
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December 12, 2023
IEPs and Behavior and Discipline - Oh My! The title covers it all! In this training we will talk about the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, functional behavior assessments, and disciplinary issues in school.
Venue: Zoom Webinar
Presenters: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed
December 18, 2023 – December 31, 2023
Office closed