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November 4, 2019
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November 5, 2019(2 events)
Louisiana Deafblind Project for Children and YouthLouisiana Deafblind Project for Children and Youth – Louisiana Deafblind Project for Children and Youth – The U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs funds the Louisiana Deafblind Project for Children and Youth (LA DBP). This education technical assistance program is one of over 50 such programs across the nation. The LA DBP provides technical assistance to students with combined hearing and vision losses (birth – age 22 years) and to their families, teachers, schools, and school systems. Our presenter Dr. Michael Norman, is the Director of the LA DBP and will discuss deafblindness, associated disorders, incidence and identification, and services and supports provided to the children and youth with combined hearing and vision losses in Louisiana. Guest Presenter: Michael C. Norman, Ph.D., M.C.D., C.C.C. SLP; Louisiana Deafblind Project for Children and Youth 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. 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: Bayou Land FHF 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. |
November 6, 2019
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November 7, 2019(2 events)
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 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. Section 504, Title 11 and Students with DisabilitiesSection 504, Title 11 and Students with Disabilities – 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: FHF NOLA 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. |
November 8, 2019
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November 9, 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: Northshore FHF 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. |
November 10, 2019
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