Events in April 2019
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April 1, 2019
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April 2, 2019(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. Co-Sponsor: Autism Society of Greater New Orleans Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
April 3, 2019
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April 4, 2019(2 events)
Social Interaction StrategiesSocial Interaction Strategies – Social Interaction Strategies – Many individuals with ASD and related disabilities need support to experience social success. This webinar will review evidence-based strategies to teach and support social interaction skills across age levels. Join us as we share practical examples and explore resources. Guest Presenter: Julie Riley, Louisiana Autism Spectrum and Related Disabilities (LASARD), Project Coordinator 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. Basic Rights in Special EducationBasic Rights in Special Education – Basic Rights in Special Education - Whether you’re new to special education or have been involved for a while, this workshop is for you. This presentation provides families with an introduction to their rights and responsibilities as parents of children with special needs under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Parents begin to identify dreams and goals for their children, understand laws and learn advocacy strategies that will help them help their children reach those goals. Co-Sponsor: FHF at the Crossroads of Louisiana 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. |
April 5, 2019
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April 10, 2019
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April 11, 2019(2 events)
Assistive Technology Tools to Support Classrooms ChallengesAssistive Technology Tools to Support Classrooms Challenges – Assistive Technology Tools to Support Classroom Challenges - This webinar will provide participants with information on a wide variety of assistive technology tools and devices designed to address challenges in reading, writing, and math. Participants will be taken through a continuum of the tools and how they can be integrated into the classroom. Guest Presenter: Kristie Stapler, Assistive Technology Facilitator, South River Assistive Technology 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. Getting and Keeping Your First JobGetting and Keeping Your First Job – Getting and Keeping Your First Job – Getting and then keeping a job for someone with a disability can be tough. This training will go over why work is important, challenges for youth, the labor market, disability disclosure, accommodations and more. Co-Sponsor: FHF of Southwest Louisiana Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO Audience: Parents, Caregivers, Transition Professionals, Adult Service Providers, Youth with Disabilities and Adults with Disabilities To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
April 12, 2019
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April 13, 2019(1 event)
IEP Tips and PointersIEP Tips and Pointers – IEP Tips and Pointers - This webinar features tried and true tips on how to positively advocate for your children, strengthen the relationships between parents and service agencies and help create the appropriate IEP program. Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
April 14, 2019
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April 15, 2019(2 events)
Accommodations vs. ModificationsAccommodations vs. Modifications – Accommodations vs Modifications - Meeting after meeting, parents and teachers use the words “accommodation” and “modification” almost interchangeably when discussing IEPs and student needs. If understood and used correctly, these words can greatly impact the success of a child’s educational program. Get answers to these questions and more: Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Northeast Louisiana Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Extended School Year (ESY) Services - Summer IEP ServicesExtended School Year (ESY) Services - Summer IEP Services – Extended School Year (ESY) Services - Summer IEP Services – Did you know that data collected during the holidays often determine if your child will qualify for ESY Services? This training provides an overview of the ESY process for children with disabilities including how children qualify and why in many circumstances the school uses the holiday breaks in determining if a child will qualify for ESY. Co-Sponsor: FHF of Northeast Louisiana 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. |
April 16, 2019
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April 17, 2019
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April 18, 2019
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April 19, 2019(1 event)
Good Friday Holiday - Office ClosedGood Friday Holiday - Office ClosedApril 19, 2019 Office closed |
April 20, 2019
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April 21, 2019
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April 22, 2019
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April 23, 2019(1 event)
Special Education Legal HourSpecial Education Legal Hour –
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April 24, 2019(1 event)
Special Education FAQSpecial Education FAQ – Special Education FAQ - Can the school send home my child’s IEP for me to sign without a meeting? Can the school suspend my child with an IEP? What happens if I disagree with the IEP team? Can the school keep calling me to pick up my child due to meltdowns? Get answers to these questions, and more in our Special Education Frequently Asked Questions training. Co-Sponsor: FHF of Southwest Louisiana Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
April 25, 2019(1 event)
Who Needs a Surrogate ParentWho Needs a Surrogate Parent – Who 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. This training will go over the children eligible for a surrogate parent, who can be a surrogate parent and most importantly, who cannot be a surrogate parent. Co-Sponsor: FHF of Acadiana Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students. |
April 26, 2019
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April 27, 2019
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April 28, 2019
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April 29, 2019(1 event)
Everything You Need to Know About JPHSA Community ServicesEverything You Need to Know About JPHSA Community Services –
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April 30, 2019(1 event)
SSI and SSDI, Oh My!SSI and SSDI, Oh My! –
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May 1, 2019
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May 2, 2019(2 events)
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. Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families NOLA Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Introduction to Special EducationIntroduction to Special Education – Introduction 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. Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Northeast La. Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, 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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