Events in August 2019
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July 29, 2019
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July 30, 2019
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July 31, 2019
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August 1, 2019
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August 2, 2019
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August 3, 2019(1 event)
Healthy Blue Back to School Giveaway for Children with Disabilities Grades K-5Healthy Blue Back to School Giveaway for Children with Disabilities Grades K-5 – Healthy Blue Back to School Giveaway This event is specifically for children with disabilities grades K - 5, at We Rock the Spectrum - New Orleans
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August 4, 2019
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August 5, 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. Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Northeast La. 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. |
August 6, 2019
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August 7, 2019
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August 8, 2019
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August 9, 2019
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August 10, 2019
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August 11, 2019
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August 12, 2019
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August 13, 2019(3 events)
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 Southwest 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. 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: Families Helping Families of Northeast La. 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. How to Introduce Your Child to New ProvidersHow to Introduce Your Child to New Providers – How 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. 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. |
August 14, 2019
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August 15, 2019(1 event)
Extended School Year Services (ESY)Extended School Year Services (ESY) – Extended School Year Services (ESY) – 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 Greater Baton Rouge 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. |
August 16, 2019
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August 17, 2019
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August 18, 2019
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August 19, 2019
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August 20, 2019(2 events)
Educational Plans: IEP's vs 504 PlanEducational Plans: IEP's vs 504 Plan – Educational Plans: IEP's vs 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. Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Acadiana Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, 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. All About Test and AssessmentsAll About Test and Assessments – All About Test and Assessments - In this webinar will talk All About Assessments and Testing. It will answer some frequently asked questions regarding assessments and testing, when to have your child evaluated and interpreting those assessment results. Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Southwest La. Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, 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. |
August 21, 2019
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August 22, 2019(2 events)
Back to School for Behavior SupportsBack to School for Behavior Supports – Back to School for Behavior Supports - Going back to school can be a difficult time with all the many changes that are taking place. These changes can sometimes lead to challenging behaviors. In this webinar, we will share strategies that can be implemented to help prepare for these changes and support positive behavior. Guest Presenter: Julie Riley, Louisiana Autism Spectrum and Related Disabilities (LASARD), Project Coordinator 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. 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: Bayou Land FHF 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. |
August 23, 2019
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August 24, 2019(1 event)
Anatomy of an IEPAnatomy of an IEP – 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 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. |
August 25, 2019
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August 28, 2019
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August 29, 2019
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August 30, 2019
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August 31, 2019
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September 1, 2019
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