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SUMMARY:Transitioning From Preschool (CPSE) To Kindergarten Special Education (CSE) via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:You will learn about working together with your school district during the transition from the Committee on Preschool Education (CPSE) to Committee on Preschool Special Education (CSE). \nWe will cover topics such as the transition process\, timeline and commonly used terms. \nCTLE Credits Available\nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!  Register:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/transitioning-from-preschool-cpse-to-kindergarten-special-education-cse/\n\n\n\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/transitioning-from-preschool-cpse-to-kindergarten-special-education-cse-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T171500
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220421T170321Z
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UID:6464-1651825800-1651857300@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:RCASD at SUNY OLD WESTBURY VIRTUAL AUTISM CONFERENCE:  TEACHING TO SUCCESSFUL OUTCOMES:  SUPPORTING CHILDREN WITH AUTISM IN THE HOME\, SCHOOL\, AND COMMUNITY
DESCRIPTION:RCASD at SUNY OLD WESTBURY VIRTUAL AUTISM CONFERENCE – May 6\, 2022 from 8:30 a.m. –  5:15 p.m. (EST) \nTEACHING TO SUCCESSFUL OUTCOMES:  SUPPORTING CHILDREN WITH AUTISM IN THE HOME\, SCHOOL\, AND COMMUNITY \n8:30 a.m. – 9:45 p.m. “You’re in the Driver’s Seat:  A Roadmap for Effectively Supporting Students with Autism in Classroom Settings” presented by Janet VanLone\, Ph.D. and Karen Robie\, Ph.D. \n10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Keynote Presentation:  “Introducing Social Skills into Academic instruction for Students with ASD” presented by Wesley Dotson Ph.D.\, BCBA-D\, LBA \n12:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. “Challenging Behavior in Children with Autism:  Prevent It\, Respond to It\, and Replace It” presented by Lauren Moskowitz\, Ph.D. \n2:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. “From Schedules to Checklists:  Practical Solutions to Promote Independence in Students with Autism” presented by Sarah K. Smith\, M.Ed. \n4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. “Visual Supports and Strategies for Children with Autism in the Home Setting” presented by Katie McLaughlin\, MA\, BCBA\, LBA \nPresenter bios and full description available at https://owautism.com/events \nBACB CEUs (for BCBAs only & CTLE available.  See website Events — RCASD Old Westbury (owautism.com) for more information\, \nFREE REGISTRATION;  https://nysrcasd.org/events/991/registrations/new  or go to www.owautism.com \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/rcasd-at-suny-old-westbury-virtual-autism-conference-teaching-to-successful-outcomes-supporting-children-with-autism-in-the-home-school-and-community/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220111T165741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T165741Z
UID:6042-1651831200-1651838400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nTo register\, click here: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ef0c8371083fcb3295b202a73c7615773 If you need assistance\, please contact Kelly Dean 607-217-6587\, kelly.l.dean@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-via-webex-21/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220509T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220509T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220111T172240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T172240Z
UID:6056-1652112000-1652119200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session via WebEx - Spanish
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nPara registrarse\, haga clic aquí: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e56b83be685030d2ce7097ab0f0e992f4 \nSi necesita ayuda\, comuníquese con Clara Fournier 718-430-0761 Clara.Fournier@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-via-webex-spanish-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220420T180926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T180926Z
UID:6399-1652205600-1652212800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What Is Special Education Mediation? via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Special Education Mediation and how to use this tool to resolve complaints regarding the education of students with disabilities. \nExpert Speaker – Amber Kane \nMediator & trainer with 20+ years’ experience working with people with I/DD\, their families\, & service providers.  Project Coordinator of ADR CONNECTS\, an initiative to connect people with I/DD to mediation & related services.  Interim Director of Disability Programs for the New York State Dispute Resolution Association. \nCertificate of completion available upon request \nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!  REGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/what-is-special-education-mediation/\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-special-education-mediation-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Parent%20Network%20WNY":MAILTO:info@parentnetworkwny.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220420T212536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T212536Z
UID:6423-1652205600-1652212800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What is Section 504? - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Namita Modasra\, Education Advocate\, for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on What is Section 504? \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 and their school district’s Committee on Special Education.\nIf you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member\, or just interested in this topic then this training is for you! \nIf you have any questions\, contact Tina Beauparlant Phone: (518) 381-4350 tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nVirtual Zoom Platform.  Registration Required:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMldOuvrzMuHd1ggMh-yFNehBrBYtizMEia
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-section-504-webinar-8/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220111T170530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T170530Z
UID:6044-1652263200-1652270400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nTo register\, click here: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e3dbed5d44a38309f0012510252ec3bff If you need assistance\, please contact Erin Caglioti 631-416-3943 erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-via-webex-22/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220420T213022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T213022Z
UID:6426-1652353200-1652358600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist\, for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities. \nThis 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. \nAfter this webinar parents will have more knowledge about the educational laws to advocate for their child/children. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5936900313890705933 \nIf you have any questions\, contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-the-regulation-of-the-commissioner-of-education-part-200-students-with-disabilities-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220420T213445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T153607Z
UID:6428-1652360400-1652365800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Maryalice Fegeley\, Regional Manager / Regional Coordinator\, as she presents 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. \nIf you have any questions\, contact Tina Beauparlant at Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org or 518-381-4350. \nVirtual Webinar: Registration Required:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6785056987946127632
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220516T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220427T150331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T150331Z
UID:6478-1652691600-1652698800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session\nRegistration is required.\n(All sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address) \nAttendance is taken using the email address logging in for the session. If you have any additional questions regarding attendance\, please call your SD Liaison.\n**People who are unable to access a WebEx session should contact their SD Liaison for a phone session. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/region-1-self-direction-information-session-via-webex-19/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220420T182817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T153715Z
UID:6408-1652806800-1652814000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) & Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Process via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Gain an understanding of the regulations\, the process\, and the roles of the families and the school. \nCertificate of completion available upon request \nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT! \nREGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/understanding-the-functional-behavior-assessment-fba-behvaior-intervention-plan-bip-process/\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-the-functional-behavior-assessment-fba-behavior-intervention-plan-bip-process-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220420T220345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T220345Z
UID:6437-1652875200-1652878800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Education Records Organizer - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Parent Advocate for this wonderful presentation. \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. \nPlease contact with any question: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nVirtual Webinar.  Registration required:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4916954847891230222
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/education-records-organizer-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220111T170837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T170837Z
UID:6046-1653040800-1653048000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nTo register\, click here: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e37e2793dbe1f16295d1ca82a544e20b5 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Kelli Smith 845-695-7330 Kelli.l.smith@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-via-webex-23/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220518T173455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T173455Z
UID:6579-1653049800-1653053400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:TRANSITIONAL SERVICES FOR SCHOOL AGED STUDENTS TO ADULTHOOD - FREE WEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explain what services are available to your family member(s)\, students\, and individuals you provide services to. How to apply for OPWDD Services will be\nreviewed. This will include contact information\, documents needed\, and an overview of the process. Services available through OPWDD such as Day Habilitation\, Programs Without Walls\, and Self-Directed Services will be discussed. Additionally\, there will be a brief discussion about Guardianship\, Social Security\, and Medicaid as well as a question-and-answer period.\nPresenter:  Jillian Panni\, Associate Director of Adult & Family Support Services\, Eden II Programs\nREGISTER:  http://www.eden2.org/webinars \nNYS Social Work CEUs available for an additional $10 CEU fee. \nEden II Programs is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0629.  This event offers 1 NYS Social Work CEU.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/transitional-services-for-school-aged-students-to-adulthood-free-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220111T171102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T171102Z
UID:6048-1653300000-1653307200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nTo register\, click here: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e40c51c310259f9beb1054ad14bb0aee0 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Erin Caglioti 631-416-3943 erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-via-webex-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T181500
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220420T221437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T221437Z
UID:6441-1653325200-1653329700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What is Section 504? - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Education Specialist\, for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on What is Section 504? \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. \nIf you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member\, or just interested in this topic then this training is for you! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1322482009068354061
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-section-504-webinar-9/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220513T192846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T192846Z
UID:6563-1653476400-1653481800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Understanding and Treating Challenging Behaviors Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free\, three-part webinar at 11 am\, Eastern time (US)\, Wednesday\, May 25\, 2022\n11-11:15am\nPart One: Challenges when your son or daughter is experiencing a difficult time\nPaul Shattock\, PhD will provide a parent perspective on handling his son’s challenging behaviors and describe the experiences of other families who have had a difficult time dealing with these behaviors. \n11:15-11:30am\nPart Two: Discussion of various biological and social reasons for challenging behaviors\nARI’s Executive Director Stephen M. Edelson\, PhD\, will discuss numerous underlying causes for challenging behaviors such as self-injurious behavior and aggression. He will also stress the need to consider numerous possible contributors to these behaviors when developing an effective treatment plan. \n11:30am – 12:30pm\nPart Three: Teaching Children with Autism How to Communicate Their Wants and Needs\nWhen children with autism engage in challenging behaviors (such as aggression\, self-injury\, tantrums\, etc.)\, it is typically because they are trying to communicate some want or need\, but they do not have a better way to get their needs met. If we can determine the communicative “messages” of the children’s challenging behavior and teach them to communicate the same message in a better way (a process known as Functional Communication Training [FCT])\, their challenging behavior would not be necessary and would therefore be reduced. \n\nThis is a joint presentation by ARI and The World Autism Organisation. \nREGISTER \n\n\n\nAbout the speakers:\nStephen M. Edelson\, Ph.D.\, is the director of the Autism Research Institute. Active in the field of autism for over 30 years\, he was named director of ARI in 2006 after the passing of autism pioneer and advocate\, Dr. Bernard Rimland. Dr. Edelson has conducted research in a variety of areas comprising behavior\, sensory issues\, and cognition; he has published peer-reviewed research articles with many notables in the autism field\, including Drs. Bernard Rimland\, Ivar Lovaas\, Temple Grandin\, and Margaret Bauman. Learn more about Dr. Edelson. \n\nLauren Moskowitz\, PhD\, is an Associate Professor of Psychology at St. John’s University and a core member of the School Psychology (Psy.D. and M.S.) programs. She earned her B.S. from Cornell University and her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Stony Brook University. Dr. Moskowitz completed her clinical internship at NYU Child Study Center and Bellevue Hospital and her postdoctoral fellowship at NYU Child Study Center. She is on the editorial board of the Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions (JPBI)\, serves as a peer reviewer for many other leading journals in the field\, and was Co-Chair of the Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disabilities (ASDD) SIG for the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) from 2016-2018. \n\nPaul Shattock (B.Pharm\, Dip.Ag.Vet.Pharm\, OBE)\, a pharmacist and parent of an autistic son\, was Honorary Director of the Autism Research Unit (ARU)\, University of Sunderland\, UK now called ESPA Research. He is Chairman of ESPA (Education and Services for People with Autism) which provides teaching and residential services for young adults with autism and President-Elect of the World Autism Organisation (WAO) having previously been secretary for Autisme-Europe. His research interests include rights and models of service provision for people with autism\, biomedical and environmental factors implicated in autism\, and the use and abuse of medication for autism.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-and-treating-challenging-behaviors-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220517T183435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T183435Z
UID:6568-1653984000-1653985800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Strategies for Effective Advocacy for Children with Autism  - webinar
DESCRIPTION:FREE Information Sharing Webinar \nAbout the Webinar: Effective advocacy by both practitioners and caregivers is essential to meeting the unique needs of children with autism. It is also critical that we support self-advocacy by the individual. This 30-minute webinar will help both practitioners and caregivers develop a framework for creating a collaborative approach\, in which the child’s needs can be met. \nLearning Objectives:\n• Participants will learn effective ways to advocate for children with autism.\n• Participants will learn how to support advocacy by caregivers or the individual with autism.\n• Participants will learn strategies for creating a collaborative environment in which the needs of the child come first. \nPresented by Rebecca Meyer\, M.S.\, M.S.W.\, The Summit Center \nRebecca Meyer has a master’s degree in Behavioral Neuroscience and a master’s degree in Social Work. She has conducted and published research in the neurobiological substrates of addiction and worked as a Clinical Medical Social Worker at the University of Michigan Hospital. She is currently working in Behavior Support and Social Work at The Summit Center. She is passionate about advocating for the students\, staff\, and caregivers she serves. \nThis webinar is made possible by a grant from NYSRCASD. Requests for accommodations/special needs may be sent to wnyrcasd@thesummitcenter.org or by calling 716-629-3417. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/strategies-for-effective-advocacy-for-children-with-autism-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220427T161808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T161808Z
UID:6486-1654074000-1654081200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session (English) via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nTo register\, click here: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=eba2747c03da0f29a6221aff1c8c1f6e6 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Jeffrey Roberts 585-241-5797 Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-english-via-webex/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220427T162110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T162110Z
UID:6488-1654174800-1654182000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session (Spanish) via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nPara registrarse\, haga clic aquí: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e6cb072d953c80a797d1120d565a3ca69 \nSi necesita ayuda\, comuníquese con Clara Fournier 718-430-0761 Clara.Fournier@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-spanish-via-webex/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220427T154944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T154944Z
UID:6480-1654185600-1654192800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session\nRegistration is required.\n(All sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address) \nAttendance is taken using the email address logging in for the session. If you have any additional questions regarding attendance\, please call your SD Liaison.\n**People who are unable to access a WebEx session should contact their SD Liaison for a phone session. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/region-1-self-direction-information-session-via-webex-20/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220427T203327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T203327Z
UID:6526-1654686000-1654690500@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What is Section 504? - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager/ Education Specialist\, for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on What is Section 504? \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. \nIf you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Members\, or just interested in this topic then this training is for you! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6612120300112933391
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-section-504-webinar-10/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220606T152712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T152712Z
UID:6698-1654711200-1654716600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Please join Barb Hoffman\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, Regional Coordinator\, as she presents 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. \nWebinar Moderator: Sharon Linne \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant – Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nRegistration is Required:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5734160266888653840
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220613T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220427T155218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T155218Z
UID:6482-1655110800-1655118000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session\nRegistration is required.\n(All sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address) \nAttendance is taken using the email address logging in for the session. If you have any additional questions regarding attendance\, please call your SD Liaison.\n**People who are unable to access a WebEx session should contact their SD Liaison for a phone session. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/region-1-self-direction-information-session-via-webex-21/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220613T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220613T181500
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220606T153200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T153200Z
UID:6701-1655139600-1655144100@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:How to Prepare for a Successful CSE Meeting - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This training is to help parents\, who approach IEP meetings with fear and dread? If this\, is you attended this training and there may be some suggestions to help you feel more at ease and able to participate as a full member of the team that plans your child’s special education program. \nIf you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member\, or just interested in this topic then this training is for you! \nIf you have questions\, please contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! \nREGISTER \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-prepare-for-a-successful-cse-meeting-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220427T204133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T204133Z
UID:6532-1655200800-1655205300@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Maryalice Fegeley\, Regional Manager / Regional Coordinator as she presents a webinar on When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit. \nThis 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. \nIf you have questions\, contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nVirtual Webinar- Registration Required:   https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2045586827649934091
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-to-assist-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220427T204716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T204716Z
UID:6535-1655229600-1655233200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Maryalice Fegeley\, Regional Manager/ Regional Coordinator\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs. \nExtraordinary 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. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nVirtual Webinar-Registration Required:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3842271290807831567
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220517T184212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T184212Z
UID:6573-1655316000-1655319600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Education Records Organizer - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Education Advocate for this wonderful presentation. \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. \nPlease contact with any question: Tina Beauparlant – Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org Phone: (518) 381-4350 \nVirtual Webinar-Registration Required:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/536587384250250252 \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/education-records-organizer-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220513T193225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T193225Z
UID:6565-1655384400-1655388000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Autism and Eating-Related Behaviors - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free webinar at 1 pm\, Eastern time (US)\, Wednesday\, June 16\, 2022\nTune in to hear Gregory Wallace\, PhD\, discuss eating-related behaviors and autism. \n\nAbout the speaker:\nGreg Wallace\, Ph.D.\, is an Assistant 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. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/autism-and-eating-related-behaviors-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171620
CREATED:20220427T164719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T164758Z
UID:6495-1655719200-1655726400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session (English) via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ed6af949f46f905e8c4ff67870aa586d7 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Christina Vankeuren 518-388-0431 Christina.M.Vankeuren@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/6495/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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