Autism Society Western New York

Webinar: A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
2021-11-09 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
Please join Maryalice Fegeley, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD. The 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. Contact Tina Beauparlant at 516-381-4350 with any questions.
Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3719300802752359692

The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD Albany) Live Stream Seminars
2021-11-10 09:00 - 14:15
The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD Albany) is offering three live stream seminars that are directed towards school professionals, community professionals, and parents, who live or work with individuals on the autism spectrum. These sessions will not be recorded. These seminars AT NO COST to participants living in New York State through a grant from the New York State Education Department. Registration is required to attend. Choose the sessions you would like to attend when you fill out your registration entry.
Seminar One – 9:00am-10:15am
Hidden in Plain Sight: Unmasking Anxiety in ASD
Although anxiety is not considered a core feature of ASD, approximately 40% of young people with ASD have clinically elevated levels of anxiety. It is particularly important to recognize and treat anxiety in ASD since it has a great impact on the course and the core aspects of the disorder, exacerbating social withdrawal as well as repetitive behaviors (Hollander, 2018). This training will look at how anxiety can manifest in individuals with ASD and how to treat these symptoms through a cognitive behavioral approach.
Seminar Two – 11:00am-12:15pm
Returning to the Classroom: Implementing Structure to Support Students with ASD
As many schools make plans to shift from distance learning to in-person instruction, families, students and educators face an adjustment period. That’s especially true for students with autism spectrum disorder, because transitions can be particularly stressful and challenging for them. Establishing a new school routine is also really important. Setting a schedule and daily expectations is key to helping kids feel safe and secure at school. Students must be comfortable in order to re-engage and connect, and that will enable them to be ready to learn (Schetter, 2021). This training will examine ways in which teachers and other school personnel can establish structure within the classroom and throughout the day to support students with ASD as they return to in-person learning.
Seminar Three – 1:00pm-2:15pm
Understanding and Reducing Challenging Behaviors through Functional Communication Training
Participants will be introduced to ways in which they can better understand challenging behaviors and effective strategies to teach more appropriate skills. They will be guided through an evidence-based procedure called Functional Communication Training (FCT) that has been used successfully to reduce challenging behavior in individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
The live stream seminars (three seminars per date) are available on the following dates:
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Continuing Education Credits
CARD Albany is an approved provider for the following continuing education credits:
School Psychologists (NASP)
Social Workers (LMSW & LCSW)
Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
General certificates of attendance will be provided for all participants.
Each session is eligible for 1.25 contact hours. There is a $5.00 processing fee per session for each CEU selected. Please visit our website for more information about CEU offerings. CEUs can be selected during registration and payment can be submitted online with a credit card.
Register: https://www.albany.edu/autism/training-and-learning/training-opportunities/professional-development-and-parent-seminar

What Happens After Early Intervention? via Zoom
2021-11-10 11:00 - 12:30
In this workshop you will learn:
• How to get ready for your child’s transition to Pre-K.
• The transition from Early Intervention (EI) to working with the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE).
• Information on timelines, processes & commonly used vocabulary to help you better understand the transition process.
• How to make informed decisions to benefit your child.
REGISTER: https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/what-happens-after-early-intervention-3/
Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org or call: 716.332.4170

WEBINAR: Health Care Notebook Overview
2021-11-10 12:00 - 13:00
Please join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center as she presents a webinar on the Health Care Notebook.
Participants will learn how a HCN can assist in organizing medical records. They will be given tips on how the notebook can assist with advocacy, save time, reduce stress and utilize the information within the notebook in the event of an emergency.
If you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant Phone: (518) 381-4350
Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8975911968721099790

Live Webinar on November 10: A Parent’s Guide to Problem-Solving School Behavior Struggles
2021-11-10 13:00 - 14:30
You get a phone call from the school that your child is having behavior issues in the classroom. Now what? Interfering school behavior problems create academic, social, and emotional gaps in a learner’s progress. If left unaddressed, behavior struggles can lead to social isolation, a loss of instructional time, decreased self-esteem and academic under-achievement.
However, parents and educators should know that positive behavior change is possible through proactive collaboration, planning, and monitoring. This webinar will walk parents through steps to take from the very first phone call about their child’s behaviors to the implementation of individualized strategies. Rather than rush to find a solution or rely on others to solve the problem, parents can take the lead in gathering information, developing strategies, and leading the school team toward more effective action.
In this webinar, you will learn to:

Communicate and collaborate with the school
Structure questions to gain relevant information from the school team
Identify and describe four areas to consider for interventions
Structure and monitor a behavior action plan
Identify the need for further assessment and formalized plans (and how to get those in place)
Gain comfort and confidence in leading your child’s behavior program

Not available November 10? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.
Meet the Expert Speaker:
Rachel Schwartz, Ph.D., BCBA-D, has worked internationally creating and supervising programs for individuals with disabilities. Her work as a consultant and trainer includes teaching behavior analytic strategies and exploring issues related to sexual education and quality of life. Dr. Schwartz has published original research on these topics in special education journals as well as presented at national, state, and local conferences. Through her organization, Behavior Goals, Dr. Schwartz taps into more than 15 years of experience working in special education to empower students, families, and professionals.
Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.
Click here to REGISTER

Webinar: Education Records Organizer
2021-11-10 17:30 - 18:45
Please join Dodie Daniels, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Education Records Organizer. This workshop is where parents, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504 and 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.
Contact Tina Beauparlant with questions, 518-381-4350.
Webinar registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8682175233048660491

Bullying & Promoting Well-Being for Students with Disabilities via Zoom
2021-11-10 18:00 - 19:30
Bullying & Promoting Well-Being for Students with Disabilities and/or Mental Health Challenges
In this workshop, parents, caregivers, or educators of children with disabilities learn to recognize the signs of a bullying situation and how to talk to a child.
Learn about the supports and services that can be built into the Individualized Education Program (IEP) to promote social growth and well-being.
REGISTER: https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/bullying-promoting-well-being-for-students-with-disabilities-2/
email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
call: 716.332.4170

Webinar: Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs
2021-11-15 12:00 - 13:30
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Program Manager / Education Specialist for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar 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. Contact Maryalice Fegeley at 716-427-5140 with any questions.
Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7378926299808742924

OPWDD Front Door Information Session via WebEx
2021-11-15 16:00 - 18:00, 2021-11-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-12-01 17:00 - 19:00
ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
The OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
Register: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions. Registration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you, please click the link to register for the session.
All Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English or Spanish, including American Sign Language (ASL), please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD website: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door

Student Directed IEPs for Families via Zoom
2021-11-16 17:00 - 18:30
GET INVOLVED!
Understanding Student-Led IEPs and CSE Meetings
• Is your child’s voice heard at their meetings?
• Did they help create a goal for their IEP?
• Learn more about working with the school district to help your child learn how to advocate for themselves.
REGISTER: https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/student-directed-ieps-for-families/
email: info@parentnetworkwny.org | call: 716.332.4170
www.parentnetworkwny.org/events

Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read an IEP via Zoom
2021-11-16 18:00 - 20:00
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS as they present this wonderful webinar.
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 trainings will teach you how to read the IEP so you can understand what should can be in the IEP.
Contact: Phone: Tina Beauparlant, Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org
Zoom Online registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlc–pqz0sHdfBuOp_LH2QLQXRn7bt8Jk2

The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD Albany) Live Stream Seminars
2021-11-17 09:00 - 14:15
The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD Albany) is offering three live stream seminars that are directed towards school professionals, community professionals, and parents, who live or work with individuals on the autism spectrum. These sessions will not be recorded. These seminars AT NO COST to participants living in New York State through a grant from the New York State Education Department. Registration is required to attend. Choose the sessions you would like to attend when you fill out your registration entry.
Seminar One – 9:00am-10:15am
Hidden in Plain Sight: Unmasking Anxiety in ASD
Although anxiety is not considered a core feature of ASD, approximately 40% of young people with ASD have clinically elevated levels of anxiety. It is particularly important to recognize and treat anxiety in ASD since it has a great impact on the course and the core aspects of the disorder, exacerbating social withdrawal as well as repetitive behaviors (Hollander, 2018). This training will look at how anxiety can manifest in individuals with ASD and how to treat these symptoms through a cognitive behavioral approach.
Seminar Two – 11:00am-12:15pm
Returning to the Classroom: Implementing Structure to Support Students with ASD
As many schools make plans to shift from distance learning to in-person instruction, families, students and educators face an adjustment period. That’s especially true for students with autism spectrum disorder, because transitions can be particularly stressful and challenging for them. Establishing a new school routine is also really important. Setting a schedule and daily expectations is key to helping kids feel safe and secure at school. Students must be comfortable in order to re-engage and connect, and that will enable them to be ready to learn (Schetter, 2021). This training will examine ways in which teachers and other school personnel can establish structure within the classroom and throughout the day to support students with ASD as they return to in-person learning.
Seminar Three – 1:00pm-2:15pm
Understanding and Reducing Challenging Behaviors through Functional Communication Training
Participants will be introduced to ways in which they can better understand challenging behaviors and effective strategies to teach more appropriate skills. They will be guided through an evidence-based procedure called Functional Communication Training (FCT) that has been used successfully to reduce challenging behavior in individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
The live stream seminars (three seminars per date) are available on the following dates:
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Continuing Education Credits
CARD Albany is an approved provider for the following continuing education credits:
School Psychologists (NASP)
Social Workers (LMSW & LCSW)
Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
General certificates of attendance will be provided for all participants.
Each session is eligible for 1.25 contact hours. There is a $5.00 processing fee per session for each CEU selected. Please visit our website for more information about CEU offerings. CEUs can be selected during registration and payment can be submitted online with a credit card.
Register: https://www.albany.edu/autism/training-and-learning/training-opportunities/professional-development-and-parent-seminar

Webinar: Living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
2021-11-17 12:00 - 13:30
Please join Dianne O’Connor, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents the webinar Living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). Children prenatally exposed to alcohol become adults with FASD. Understanding that the permanent brain damage caused by prenatal alcohol exposure may be the reasons individuals with FASD fail in school, treatment, in the workforce, and with relationships, can help us to form strategies that may work and help the individual have a successful, happy life.
This webinar will give a brief overview of FASD, identify some of the challenges of raising an individual with FASD over the lifespan and look at strategies that could be useful when living or working with them.
Contact Tina Beauparlant with questions, 518-381-4350.
Webinar registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1312948137018899725

Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
2021-11-17 16:00 - 18:00
“Everyone has their own likes and dislikes, hobbies and favorite activities. Having a choice is what Self-Direction is all about. You will get to pick your own activities, staff and schedule when you self-direct.
“Self-Direction may be right for you if you can make your own decisions (or have someone to help you do so) and if you want more responsibility, flexible supports and services. Anyone who is eligible for OPWDD services and enrolled in the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver can choose to self-direct their services.
“Although the process may seem complicated at first, you will get help at every step. First, you can attend a Self-Direction information session at a nearby Developmental Disabilities Regional Office (DDRO). You will meet with a team of people whom you choose, (your Circle of Support) and they will help you select your services and put together a budget. Your Circle of Support can include family and close friends, your Care Manager, a Support Broker and staff who know you well. You will talk about what you want from life and make it a reality.
“Self-Direction is flexible. You can change things in your plan when you want something different. You can always switch back to a more traditional model of supports if Self-Direction doesn’t suit you.”
(The above description was taken from http://opwdd.ny.gov/types-services/self-direction.)
NOTE: At this time, meetings are conducted virtually.
Attendance is taken using the email address logging in for the session. People cannot receive credit just by calling in.
**People who are unable to access a WebEx session should contact their SD Liaison for a phone session.
Registration is required. Register through WebEx link: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e16bf42c8b2540f3492b2258dc4ce9350

Mental Health Advocates of WNY's Wednesday Wellness with the Experts
2021-11-17 18:30 - 20:00
This month, Mental Health Advocates of WNY’s free family wellness session is on November 17th, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM via Zoom Meeting:

November 17, 2021: How an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or a 504 Plan could support your child with Social, Emotional, or Behavioral Challenges in school.
Presented by Parent Network of WNY

Click HERE to register.
If you have any questions regarding these sessions, please email sdziwulski@mhawny.org or call 716-886-1242 ext. 337.Men

Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities - webinar
2021-11-18 12:00 - 13:30
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager / Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar 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.
If you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or email Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org
Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/445832592110756880

Webinar: NYS Autism Insurance Reform webinar
2021-11-18 18:00 - 19:15
Please join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center, as she presents a webinar on the Autism Insurance Reform.
Autism Insurance Reform legislation became effective in 2013, however aspects of the bill, related to Applied Behavioral Analysis, are still being worked on within the NYS government.
This webinar will address the overall legislation, who it assists and how and will also give an update on the current status of the ABA portion of the legislation.
Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6671031032181767694

Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
2021-11-22 09:00 - 11:00
“Everyone has their own likes and dislikes, hobbies and favorite activities. Having a choice is what Self-Direction is all about. You will get to pick your own activities, staff and schedule when you self-direct.
“Self-Direction may be right for you if you can make your own decisions (or have someone to help you do so) and if you want more responsibility, flexible supports and services. Anyone who is eligible for OPWDD services and enrolled in the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver can choose to self-direct their services.
“Although the process may seem complicated at first, you will get help at every step. First, you can attend a Self-Direction information session at a nearby Developmental Disabilities Regional Office (DDRO). You will meet with a team of people whom you choose, (your Circle of Support) and they will help you select your services and put together a budget. Your Circle of Support can include family and close friends, your Care Manager, a Support Broker and staff who know you well. You will talk about what you want from life and make it a reality.
“Self-Direction is flexible. You can change things in your plan when you want something different. You can always switch back to a more traditional model of supports if Self-Direction doesn’t suit you.”
(The above description was taken from http://opwdd.ny.gov/types-services/self-direction.)
NOTE: At this time, meetings are conducted virtually.
Attendance is taken using the email address logging in for the session. People cannot receive credit just by calling in.
**People who are unable to access a WebEx session should contact their SD Liaison for a phone session.
Registration is required. Register through WebEx link: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=edc7e2606aa9019112c6e9f1cb70837d1

Webinar- Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide
2021-11-22 12:00 - 13:30
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager / Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents this wonderful webinar:
Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide
Let’s explore what the IEP team needs to considering, supplemental aids, services and program modifications for all students with disabilities.
A key question for the IEP team is to consider whether the student with a disability does or does not require one-to-one support to make meaningful progress toward annual goals in the IEP in the least restrictive environment (LRE).
If you have question please call Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-435 or email Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org
Webinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6734180384408073232

Understanding the Functional Behavior Assessment Process via Zoom
2021-11-22 18:00 - 20:00
Is Your Child Having Behavior Problems at School?
You will learn when, why and how to request a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)/Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) to help get your child’s behavior back on track.
REGISTER
FREE EVENT!
email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
call: 716.332.4170

Executive Function and ASD - Webinar
2021-11-23 13:00 - 14:00
Previous studies have shown that older adults with autism traits may experience notably increased difficulty with executive function. Learn about remerging brain research on the role of the underlying neuroanatomy on executive function for individuals with autism.
About the Speaker
Greg Wallace, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences at The George Washington University. His research focuses on neuropsychological and structural brain development in autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disorders across the lifespan and their impacts on real-world outcomes. He is also particularly interested in eating-related behaviors and their cognitive and neural correlates in typical and atypical (e.g., autism spectrum disorder) development. Dr. Wallace has published extensively and presented his work widely on these and related topics.
REGISTER: https://www.autism.org/exeuctive-function-autism/

Understanding the Functional Behavior Assessment Process via Zoom
2021-11-24 18:00 - 20:00
Is Your Child Having Behavior Problems at School?
You will learn when, why, and how to request a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)/Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) to help get your child’s behavior back on track.
REGISTER: https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/understanding-the-functional-behavior-assessment-process/
email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
call: 716.332.4170

Webinar: Loss, Grief, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs
2021-11-29 11:00 - 12:00
Please join Dianne O’Connor, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Loss, Grief, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs. Powerful and intense feelings are natural and common responses to parenting a child with exceptional needs. This training will provide an overview of common emotions experienced by parents and discuss how by sharing and acknowledging these emotions parents can find the inner strength needed to face and embrace their role as a parent of a child with special needs.
Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions.
Webinar registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7599461944010244876

Holiday Anxiety … Let it Go! via Zoom
2021-11-30 18:00 - 20:00
Holidays are a time of stress, but holidays are also about LOVE. This workshop will give you the tools to “Let It Go” and help you and your family cope with the stressors brought on by holidays. You will feel more empowered to enjoy and experience love and joy this holiday season.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY
email: info@parentnetworkwny.org | call: 716.332.4170 online: www.parentnetworkwny.org/events
REGISTER

Webinar: Education Records Organizer
2021-12-01 12:00 - 13:15
Please join Trish Washburn, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Education Records Organizer. This workshop is where parents, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504 and 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.
Contact Tina Beauparlant with questions, 518-381-4350.
Webinar registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4765586172138165007

Bullying & Promoting Well-Being for Students with Disabilities via Zoom
2021-12-01 18:00 - 20:00
Bullying & Promoting Well-Being for Students with Disabilities and/or Mental Health Challenges
In this workshop, parents, caregivers, or educators of children with disabilities learn to recognize the signs of a bullying situation and how to talk to a child.
Learn about the supports and services that can be built into the Individualized Education Program (IEP) to promote social growth and well-being.

REGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!

Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
Call: 716-332-4170
Register: https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/bullying-promoting-well-being-for-students-with-disabilities-3/

Live Webinar on December 2: The Power of Family Engagement: How Involved Parents Can Foster a Child’s Self-Advocacy Skills
2021-12-02 13:00 - 14:30
Decades of research tell us that a parent’s close bond and engagement with their child leads to academic success. For children with learning differences, this engagement is also paramount to their social and emotional wellbeing — in large part because it unlocks self-advocacy skills.

Research at the National Center for Learning Disabilities strongly suggests that “lack of self-advocacy and self-regulation skills may explain why students with learning disabilities who attend any type of post-secondary school are less likely to graduate than are students without disabilities.” Developing a student’s voice during the elementary and high school years builds critical thinking, encourages the child to ask for help when navigating hurdles, and allows them to share their struggles and joys to better understand their possibilities. Harnessing family engagement opens a window for parents to guide and support their child’s strengths and to feel connected as a family.
Here, Michael Nakkula, Ph.D., of the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education, will share the impact of empowering student advocacy and harnessing parent engagement on social-emotional development, academic achievement, and overall mental health for students with learning differences.
In this webinar you will learn:

How consistent parent/family engagement plays a critical role in students’ academic, social, and emotional learning
How to develop and build student voice, which has the power to identify a child’s struggles, joys, and possibilities — and to change the trajectory of his or her future
How engaging with your child outside of the classroom leads to increased chances of attending college, developing a career, and life preparedness
Practical ways parents can enhance a student’s voice and increase family engagement

Meet the Expert Speaker:
Michael Nakkula, Ph.D., is a Professor of Practice and Chair of the Division of Human Development and Quantitative Methods at the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education. He teaches courses on adolescent development and the intersection of counseling, mentoring, and education within urban public schools. Among his publications, Professor Nakkula is the lead author of Understanding Youth: Adolescent Development for Educators (#CommissionsEarned)(2006, Harvard Education Press) and Building Healthy Communities for Positive Youth Development (#CommissionsEarned) (2010, Springer Academic Press). Professor Nakkula’s three-volume edited collection on possibility development for young people around the world addresses the ways in which youth perspectives on their future are both supported by and at times undermined by the opportunity structures that surround them (Adolescent Psychology in Today’s World: Global Perspectives on Risk, Relationships, and Development (#CommissionsEarned), Praeger Press, 2018).
Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.
Not available December 2? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.
Click here to Register

Webinar- What are Effective Advocacy Skills
2021-12-06 16:00 - 17:15
Please join Trish Washburn, Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on What are Effective Advocacy Skills.
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 communicating 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 have questions, please contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or email Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org
Webinar Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6829030854816097807
