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SUMMARY:When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit.
DESCRIPTION:This presentation provides an overview of the parent’s perspective when planning for a child’s developmental evaluation. This webinar will not be looking at specific tests or types of evaluations. Instead\, we want to share some tips and potential suggestions that we have learned based on our own personal experiences when our children were evaluated. We hope that this provides you with information and ideas when planning for your own child’s evaluation. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-to-assist-your-visit/2024-10-03/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Strategies for Building Infant Social Interaction webinar
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Strategies for Building Infant Social Interaction \n\nTune in to hear Dr. Laurie Vismara discuss Infant Start\, the Downward Extension of the Early Start Denver Model. \n\n\nThe speaker: \nLaurie A. Vismara\, Ph.D.\, BCBA-D\, is a therapist and researcher in early autism intervention. She has spent the last 20 years contributing to the science and program development of the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)\, named by Time magazine as one of the top 10 medical breakthroughs for early autism intervention. Over a dozen studies have found the ESDM to be effective and with gains maintained for infants and toddlers with or at risk of autism who have a wide range of learning styles and abilities. Dr. Vismara uses telehealth platforms and travels throughout the United States\, Canada\, and other countries to help publicly funded intervention programs and families develop the ESDM in their communities. Her coauthored book\, An Early Start for Your Child with Autism: Using Everyday Activities to Help Kids Connect\, Communicate\, and Learn\, covers practical strategies and tips to help families use the ESDM at home. Her second book\, Coaching Parents of Young Children with Autism\, helps early intervention providers coach and empower families in the ESDM. \n\nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/caregiver-strategies-for-building-infant-social-interaction-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
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UID:8871-1728496800-1728504000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read an IEP - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Namita Modasra\, Education Advocate for this training on Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read your child’s IEP. \nDoes your child have an IEP (Individualized Education Program)? We’ll walk through the different sections of the IEP\, and discuss how to advocate for supports to make sure the IEP reflects your child’s abilities and needs. Because states and local school systems may include additional information\, forms differ from state to state and may vary between school systems within a state. The IEP\, Individualized Education Program\, is a written document that’s developed for each public-school child who is eligible for special education. The IEP is created through a team effort and reviewed at least once a year. This training will teach you how to read the IEP so you can understand what should and can be in the IEP. If you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member or guardian then this training is for you! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/lets-take-a-crash-course-on-understanding-how-to-read-an-iep-webinar-11/2024-10-09/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240828T180013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T180013Z
UID:9266-1728496800-1728504000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:How to Protect My Child's Future Through Guardianship\, Wills & Trusts via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:How to Protect My Child’s Future Through Guardianship\, Wills & Trusts \nPlanning for the future is especially important when you have a child with a disability.\nThis workshop provides parents or caregivers with an overview of things to think about: guardianship\, wills\, and trusts. The workshop will help you to understand your options as you begin to think about plans for your special needs child. \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE TODAY! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-protect-my-childs-future-through-guardianship-wills-trusts-via-zoom-8/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240305T183936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T184915Z
UID:8875-1728552600-1728558000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Tina Beauparlant for this in-depth presentation on Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities. This training will take you through the NYS Special Education Regulations step by step. Parents will learn the role they play on the CSE\, learn the chain of command regarding the CSE\, learn how to request information regarding your child’s IEP and gain an understanding how to communicate with your child’s teachers & administrators. After this webinar parents will have more knowledge about the educational laws to advocate for their child/children. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-the-regulations-of-the-commissioner-of-education-part-200-students-with-disabilities-webinar-9/2024-10-10/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T194500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240828T210229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T210229Z
UID:9281-1729103400-1729107900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Communicating with the CPSE / CSE through Letter Writing via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Please join Namita Modasra\, Education Advocate\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Communicating with the CPSE/CSE through Letter Writing. Letter writing can be a very effective method of communication and advocacy for parents of children with disabilities. This training assists parents\, guardians\, grandparents how to clearly and effectively express concerns\, ideas or suggestions to the professionals involved in their child’s special education program. \nRegistration required.  Register here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/communicating-with-the-cpse-cse-through-letter-writing-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240116T233419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T233419Z
UID:8785-1729162800-1729168200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, for this great presentation on A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD.\nThe purpose of this training is to introduce families to the language of service delivery systems and to define and clarify information about services and supports. Participants will gain an increased awareness and understanding of eligibility criteria and the eligibility determination process. The training includes an overview of Home and Community Based Services Waiver\, and Family Support Services. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd/2024-10-17/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20231113T191408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T191408Z
UID:8471-1729189800-1729193400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Communicating with the CPSE / CSE through Letter Writing - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Namita Modasra\, Education Advocate\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Communicating with the CPSE/CSE through Letter Writing. Letter writing can be a very effective method of communication and advocacy for parents of children with disabilities. This training assists parents\, guardians\, grandparents how to clearly and effectively express concerns\, ideas or suggestions to the professionals involved in their child’s special education program. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/communicating-with-the-cpse-cse-through-letter-writing-webinar-6/2024-10-17/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240522T171616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T171616Z
UID:9106-1729602000-1729606500@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Section 504\, Students with Disabilities in Public & Private Schools via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager\, Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Section 504\, Students with Disabilities in Public & Private Schools.\nThis training will introduce you to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This training is designed to provide you with an understanding of the law\, how it applies to educational programs and to students with disabilities. Children who qualify under this law receive services and/ or accommodations in the public-school system without being classified under IDEA/IDEIA and their school district’s Committee on Special Education. If you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Members\, or just interested in this topic then this training is for you! \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/section-504-students-with-disabilities-in-public-private-schools-via-zoom-2/2024-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20231219T194617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T194706Z
UID:8672-1729684800-1729692000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Is Guardianship the Only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives
DESCRIPTION:Come join Michele Juda\, Ex. Director Parent to Parent of NYS\, Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist as we explore: Is Guardianship the Only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives.\nLet’s face it nothing keeps parents up at night more than thinking about who will care for our child/children when we are no longer able to care for them.  This workshop will increase the knowledge of families of individuals with disabilities about the options besides legal guardianship for adults with disabilities.  If your adult child does not need full guardianship\, there are other options that we will explore in this presentation.  We will also discuss guardianship and the legal requirements. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/is-guardianship-the-only-option-an-overview-of-guardianship-and-the-many-alternatives/2024-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240805T120303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T121247Z
UID:9226-1729688400-1729692900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Disordered Eating and Autism – Obesity (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Disordered Eating and Autism – Obesity \n\nTune in to learn research updates on co-occurring disordered eating and autism\, including emerging findings to a higher risk for obesity. \n\n\nThe speaker: \nFrancesca Solmi\, PhD\, is a senior epidemiologist serving as a principal research fellow at University College London\, with over a decade of experience researching risk factors for adolescent psychiatric disorders. In her research\, she uses extensive general population cohort study data\, population registers\, linked electronic health records\, and epidemiological designs for causal inference in observational data. She has published scientific papers in high-impact factor journals\, informing policy and scientific funding priorities. \n\nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/disordered-eating-and-autism-obesity-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20231219T185724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T185724Z
UID:8640-1730199600-1730205000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Traveling with Your Special Needs Child/Adult
DESCRIPTION:Come join Parent to Parent NYS for this NEW Presentation on Traveling with Your Special Needs Child/Adult. Have you dreamed of going on a vacation with your child or adult with special needs? Does your child express a desire to go visit grandparents or a friend? Does he/she want to go on a field trip? Are theme parks or cruises a wish? Does the thought of even planning a trip make you nervous? Whether it’s a day trip or a long vacation\, get tips and tricks for planning and implementing a trip with your family member with special needs. Learn how a trip can benefit all of your family members. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/traveling-with-your-special-needs-child-adult/2024-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T194500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240305T185906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T185920Z
UID:8887-1730226600-1730231100@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Namita Modasra for this training on What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education. Not everyone starts out by being a good advocate. Many parents\, guardians and grandparents have faced challenges in getting their child’s education needs met. Parents\, guardians\, grandparents\, must learn the skills they need to become good advocates for their children. Participants will learn that communicate effectively with teachers and other school personnel is one of the best ways to ensure that your child’s school is creating a good learning environment for your child\, and to ensure that your child’s school is providing your child with the services or programs that he or she needs to succeed in school. If you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member or just interested in this topic then this training is for you! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-does-advocacy-mean-in-special-education-webinar-6/2024-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20241022T175401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T175401Z
UID:9334-1730829600-1730835000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What Is An Individualized Education Program For Families Of Preschool Students via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Participants will: \n\nGain an overview of the process for developing an IEP at the preschool level.\nReview the components of the preschool IEP and the information that families can share with the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) regarding their child’s performance and disability related needs.\n\n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-an-individualized-education-program-for-families-of-preschool-students-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240522T180847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T181957Z
UID:9124-1730898000-1730902500@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Improving Clinical Understanding of Autism - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Applying Neuroscience to Improve Clinical Understanding of Autism \nLearn about emerging research on improvements in clinical understanding that can be gained by applying findings from the neurosciences field. \nAbout the Speaker: \nJames McPartland\, Ph.D.\, is the Harris Professor of Child Psychiatry and Psychology at the Yale Child Study Center. He is a neuroscientist and practicing child psychologist who directs the Yale Developmental Disabilities Clinic. Dr. McPartland is also a founder and director of the Yale Center for Brain and Mind Health and the Principal Investigator of the Autism Biomarkers Consortium for Clinical Trials\, a US-based effort to identify biological indices to enhance intervention research in autism. Dr. McPartland’s program of research investigates the brain bases of neurodevelopmental conditions to develop biologically-based tools to improve clinical care and quality of life for autistic people and their families. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/improving-clinical-understanding-of-autism-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T191500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240110T174935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T175035Z
UID:8745-1731002400-1731006900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Getting Started with the Residential Process: Tips\, Tricks\, and Information via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Where Do I Begin?\nThe process of pursuing residential placement can be overwhelming. This presentation will help you organize your needs\, preferences\, and documents to help you navigate the process. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/getting-started-with-the-residential-process-tips-tricks-and-information-via-zoom-3/2024-11-07/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20241022T180253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T180253Z
UID:9340-1731412800-1731420000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Student Involvement in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Families via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help promote and encourage student and family involvement in the IEP development process and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings. \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/student-involvement-in-the-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20241105T230140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T230140Z
UID:9380-1731430800-1731434400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:General Information Session to Learn More about SDMNY via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:These Information Sessions are held on Zoom and are for anyone who wishes to learn more about supported decision-making (SDM)\, and the SDMNY facilitation process. Appropriate for Individuals who are considering creating their own SDM agreement\, or for parents\, guardians\, service providers and others who wish to learn more. Includes time for Q&A. \nRSVP required.   Click here to RSVP.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/general-information-session-to-learn-more-about-sdmny-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240117T164139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T164139Z
UID:8803-1731438000-1731441600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Education Records Organizer via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is where parents\, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504\, CPSE and CSE special education services take their educational records and organize them into a record-keeping binder. This workshop will assist in being more organized in planning a child’s education\, and in the CPSE/CSE process. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/education-records-organizer-via-zoom-3/2024-11-12/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240305T183936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T184915Z
UID:8876-1731492000-1731497400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Tina Beauparlant for this in-depth presentation on Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities. This training will take you through the NYS Special Education Regulations step by step. Parents will learn the role they play on the CSE\, learn the chain of command regarding the CSE\, learn how to request information regarding your child’s IEP and gain an understanding how to communicate with your child’s teachers & administrators. After this webinar parents will have more knowledge about the educational laws to advocate for their child/children. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-the-regulations-of-the-commissioner-of-education-part-200-students-with-disabilities-webinar-9/2024-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240522T181659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T181659Z
UID:9127-1731502800-1731507300@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Autism Health and Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:About the Speaker: \nKelly Barnhill\, MBA\, CN\, CCN\, is the Director of the Nutrition Clinic at The Johnson Center for Child Health and Development. She is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist\, with over a decade of experience working with nutrition in children with autism and related disorders. At the Johnson Center\, she directs a team of dieticians and nutritionists that has served over 3000 children through this practice. Ms. Barnhill also serves as Co-Vice Chair of ARI’s Board of Directors and sits on ARI’s Scientific Advisory Board. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/autism-health-and-nutrition/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240828T181255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T181255Z
UID:9270-1731510000-1731513600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Special Education 101: Training a Parent Member via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Special Education 101: Training a Parent Member \nLearn about the Special Education Process and the Individualized Education Program! \n\nGain understanding about procedures\, NYS regulations\, and strategies to promote a parent’s understanding and participation in an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting.\nThis course is required to receive a Parent Member Certificate to support a parent of a child with a disability in an IEP meeting.\n\nInstructions will be sent via email on how to access and complete the Part 1 online videos and activities.\nPart 1: Online videos & activities-Complete at least 1 day prior to Virtual Session \nPart 2: Wednesday\, November 13th @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (VIA ZOOM) \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE TODAY! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/special-education-101-training-a-parent-member-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20241022T180634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T180634Z
UID:9342-1731513600-1731517200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to get a Regent’s diploma? A Local? A CDOS or Skills Credential? What can you do? What can you not do? How much effort does it take? Can your child do the work? \nThis session explores the options and outlines and any updates to NYS regulations. \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/diploma-and-credential-options-for-students-with-disabilities-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20231113T201200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T154548Z
UID:8865-1731954600-1731958200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:How to Prepare for a Successful CPSE/CSE Meeting - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager/Education Specialist\, as she presents this wonderful presentation on How to Prepare for a Successful CPSE/CSE Meeting. This training is to help parents\, who approach IEP meetings with fear and dread. If this is you\, attended this training and we have some suggestions to help you feel more at ease and participate as a full member of the team that plans your child’s special education program. If you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member\, or guardian\, then this training is for you! \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-prepare-for-a-successful-cpse-cse-meeting-webinar-3/2024-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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UID:8760-1732010400-1732014000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs. Extraordinary parenting responsibilities create extraordinary pressures on parents. At the same time\, parenting a child with special needs requires energy\, focus\, and enthusiasm to be effective in our role. The better off we are emotionally and physically\, the better off our families will be. Join us for this webinar on Preventing Parent Burnout and discover positive ways to cope with and effectively manage stress. \nREGISTER HERE. \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-via-zoom-2/2024-11-19/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
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UID:9131-1732107600-1732112100@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Research Updates: GI Symptoms & Behavior - webinar
DESCRIPTION:About the Speaker: \nDr. Bradley Ferguson\, PhD is an Assistant Research Professor\, MU School of Medicine. He is currently studying the association between immune\, endocrine\, and psychophysiological markers of stress and gastrointestinal disorders in those with autism spectrum disorder. He is also leading the psychophysiological biomarker assessment for predictors of response to medications\, and also the relationship to aberrant behaviors.\n \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/research-updates-gi-symptoms-behavior-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240828T210852Z
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UID:9285-1732129200-1732132800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Education Records Organizer via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join Parent to Parent NYS for this great workshop.\nThis workshop is where parents\, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504\, CPSE and CSE special education services take their educational records and organize them into a record-keeping binder. This workshop will assist in being more organized in planning a child’s education\, and in the CPSE/CSE process. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/education-records-organizer-via-zoom-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20241105T231635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T231635Z
UID:9387-1732554000-1732561200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Family Engagement: Communication and Culture via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to improve student attendance and test scores?\nJoin us to learn how culture and communication intersect to impact student achievement.\nThis workshop will help ensure that educators are mindful with how they communicate with parents\, guardians\, and families to ensure that educational sites are culturally responsive and welcoming. \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/family-engagement-communication-and-culture-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20240116T232512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T232512Z
UID:8777-1733144400-1733148000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit.
DESCRIPTION:This presentation provides an overview of the parent’s perspective when planning for a child’s developmental evaluation. This webinar will not be looking at specific tests or types of evaluations. Instead\, we want to share some tips and potential suggestions that we have learned based on our own personal experiences when our children were evaluated. We hope that this provides you with information and ideas when planning for your own child’s evaluation. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-to-assist-your-visit/2024-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154951
CREATED:20241022T190419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T190419Z
UID:9364-1733248800-1733254200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Getting Started with the Residential Process: Tips\, Tricks\, and Information via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Where Do I Begin?\nThe process of pursuing residential placement can be overwhelming. This presentation will help you organize your needs\, preferences\, and documents to help you navigate the process. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/getting-started-with-the-residential-process-tips-tricks-and-information-via-zoom-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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