Are you a parent of a student with an intellectual and/or developmental disability between the ages of 14-24?
Are you interested in how Facebook Messenger might be used as a tool to coach families on planning for employment?
Please join us for a research study on how to increase family knowledge, attitudes and expectations around employment.
The purpose of this study is to test the impact of an individualized motivational communication strategy on planning for employment in the community. We are also exploring how individuals with I/DD and family members use information and supports to develop an employment vision and move from that vision to an employment outcome. All participants will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Amazon gift card in appreciation of their time and effort in participating in this study.
To register, or to get more information, please contact John at john.shepard@umb.edu or 617-287-4345. http://www.thinkwork.org/
Preparing for your Child’s Annual IEP Review
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
6:30-7:15 pm
Presented by Micki Moran, J.D., this webinar will help you prepare for your child’s annual IEP review by addressing the development of an agenda, measurable goals, setting priorities, related services and extended school year.
There will be time for Q&A.
Who should attend the webinar?
Parents
School Personnel
Service Providers
Therapists
Click here to REGISTER
For more information, call or email Karen Royko at 847-926-0101 or
karenr@lawforchild.com
Micki Moran
The Child & Family Law Center of the North Shore
1950 Sheridan Road, Suite 201
Highland Park, IL 60035
Phone (847)926-0101
Fax (847)926-8500
www.lawforchild.com
www.specialneedsdivorceillinois.com
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Lunch and Learn Webinar: Dissecting the IEP Part 4: Accommodation and Modification
Do you find your child’s Individualized Education Program(IEP) document cumbersome and overwhelming? Would you like to feel better prepared for your child’s next IEP meeting? This training focuses on the accommodation and modification components of the IEP to ensure that you have clear an understanding of your child’s IEP.
Do you find your child’s Individualized Education Program(IEP) document cumbersome and overwhelming? Would you like to feel better prepared for your child’s next IEP meeting?
This webinar will focus on helping parents understand how their child is currently performing as it pertains to the IEP.
Discipline and IDEA
This webinar discusses your child’s rights about discipline in the special education system while dispelling any myths and misunderstandings.
Special Education Rights Webinar: The Behavior Intervention Plan
Do you receive frequent phone calls from your child’s school regarding his/her behavior? Perhaps, you noticed some behavior concerns during remote learning.
This training will discuss
- the components of the Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP),
- the purpose of the BIP,
- and steps to acquire one for your child if appropriate.
Creating a “Village” in Transitioning Your son or Daughter to Inclusive Adult Living
Join webinar on Jan 12, 2017 at 6:30 PM CST.
Register
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2379963665131998724
In this session, Dr. Ann Turnbull will focus on a process for mobilizing a “village” comprised of family members, educators, other professionals, friends, and community citizens to work together on a regular basis over time in order to orchestrate significant and sustainable change. Ann refers to this process as Group Action Planning, and she will share her own family experience in using Group Action Planning to transform her son’s, Jay’s, life from the array of segregated adult services (sheltered workshop, group home, disability-only recreation) to inclusive community living (home of his own, supported employment, public transportation, sense of belonging throughout the entire community).
Using a detailed handout and video segments, Ann will highlight five components of Group Action Planning – Inviting Support, Making Connections, Sharing Great Expectations, Solving Problems, and Celebrating Success. She will provide many concrete suggestions for achieving the quality of life that your son or daughter deserves.
REGIONAL SCHEDULE
FREE DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENINGS FOR CHILDREN BIRTH TO 5 YEARS
Hearing/Vision Speech/Language Problem Solving
Social Skills Fine/Gross Motor Listening/Attending
Download SEPTEMBER 2016 – JULY 2017 SCHEDULE
Child Find Screenings Will Not Be Conducted During CPS Holidays
.To verify CPS Holidays, please visit CPS website at www.cps.edu and click on Calendar.
CHILD FIND REGIONAL SCREENINGS ARE FOR CHILDREN WHO DO NOT ATTEND A CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOL.
This training is an overview of IDEA (Individual with Disabilities Education Act) which is the law that protects the rights of children receiving special education services.
Aspects covered:
- Evaluation process
- Individualized Education Program (IEP),
- Least Restrictive Environment (LRE),
- Procedural Safeguards.
- Special Education and Remote Learning
- Returning to School
This training covers an overview of IDEA (Individual with Disabilities Education Act), Evaluation, Individualized Education Program (IEP), Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), and Procedural Safeguards.