Events in May 2019

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April 29, 2019(1 event)
April 30, 2019(1 event)
May 1, 2019
May 2, 2019(2 events)

Related Services

Related Services


May 2, 2019

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
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.

Related Services

Introduction to Special Education

Introduction to Special Education


May 2, 2019

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.

May 3, 2019
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May 7, 2019(1 event)

Basic Rights in Special Education

Basic Rights in Special Education


May 7, 2019

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: Families Helping Families 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.

May 8, 2019(1 event)
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May 11, 2019(1 event)

Anatomy of an IEP

Anatomy of an IEP


May 11, 2019

Anatomy of an IEP - Like a biology student, this presentation will dissect the parts of the IEP document and examine their functions individually, learning their meanings and application. It will provide constructive and practical tips to help create an IEP that supports all of the student's needs. We will explore the parent’s role in the IEP process and learn the basics of their child’s right to special education services, the process of developing special education plans, and the parent’s role.

Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Southwest 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.

May 12, 2019
May 13, 2019(2 events)

Advocacy 101

Advocacy 101


May 13, 2019

Advocacy 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.

Co-Sponsor: Bayou Land Families Helping Families

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.

Advocacy 101

May 14, 2019(2 events)

Section 504, Title 11 and Students with Disabilities

Section 504, Title 11 and Students with Disabilities


May 14, 2019

Section 504, Title 11 and Students with Disabilities - Section 504 is a federal law designed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in programs and activities that receive Federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education (ED). Section 504 provides: "No otherwise qualified individual with a disability in the United States . . . shall, solely by reason of her or his disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.  Learn more about this civil rights law.

Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Acadiana

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHFof 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.

Section 504 and Transition

Section 504 and Transition


May 14, 2019

Section 504 and Transition - In this webinar, we will assist you to understand the 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.

Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families at the Crossroads

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.

Section 504 and Transition

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May 21, 2019(1 event)

Importance of Inclusion

Importance of Inclusion


May 21, 2019

Importance of Inclusion - Why is the inclusion of children with disabilities in schools, classrooms, and communities important?  This webinar answers that question.  It explores what inclusion is and is not, who are involved in making meaningful inclusion successful, and its underpinnings in federal law.

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.

May 22, 2019
May 23, 2019(2 events)

Do You Know Your Rights if You Disagree?

Do You Know Your Rights if You Disagree?


May 23, 2019

Do You Know Your Rights if You Disagree? - Since the first federal law dealing with the education of students with disabilities in public schools passed, legal rights for parents has been an important part of the law. These legal rights for parents generally referred to as “procedural safeguards”, are a critical component to The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.   The purpose of this webinar is to let parents know they have legal rights and to help them understand these rights and what to do when you disagree with the school.

Co-Sponsor:  Families Helping Families NOLA

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.

No More Summer Slide

No More Summer Slide


May 23, 2019

No More Summer Slide - Summer is the perfect time for students of all ages to relax, but it’s also a time when summer learning loss can occur. This learning loss is called the “summer slide,” and happens when children do not engage in educational activities during the summer months.  This training will provide you with strategies and fun activities you can do over the summertime to help prevent the summer slide.

Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Southwest 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.

May 24, 2019
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May 26, 2019
May 27, 2019(1 event)

Memorial Day Holiday - Office Closed

Memorial Day Holiday - Office Closed

May 27, 2019

Office Closed

May 28, 2019
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