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SUMMARY:What is Section 504? - Online
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, 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/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 call Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or email Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3614033566144586255
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-section-504-online/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220606T155759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T155759Z
UID:6714-1657733400-1657738800@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 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 questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant – Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org Phone: 518-381-4350. \nOnline Webinar- Registration Required:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3974101635467102734
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220715T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220621T173409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T173409Z
UID:6720-1657890000-1657893600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What Families And Caregivers Need To Know About The New York State Alternative Assessment (NYSAA) via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:What Families Need to Know about the New York State Alternative Assessments (NYSAA)\nParticipants will learn: \n\nThe criteria for NYSAA eligibility\nThe type of assessments used to measure a NYSAA student’s performance and how often\nHow a NYSAA determination affects graduation options and plans for life after high school\n\nCTLE Credits Available.\n*Certificate of completion available upon request*\nREGISTER\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-families-and-caregivers-need-to-know-about-the-new-york-state-alternative-assessment-nysaa-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220718T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220523T175511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T161856Z
UID:6635-1658142000-1658147400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents this wonderful webinar: \nGuidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide \nLet’s explore what the IEP team needs to consider supplemental aids\, services\, and program modifications for all students with disabilities. \nA 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). \nIf you have any questions\, please call Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or email Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5660346751226422031
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/guidelines-for-determining-the-need-for-a-one-to-one-aide-webinar-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220718T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220420T183255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T183255Z
UID:6410-1658167200-1658174400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent's Guide to Special Education (formerly Parent Member) via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:FREE WORKSHOP \n2 Parts: Online Training and Virtual Meeting via Zoom. \nLearn about the Special Education Process and the Individualized Education Program!\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. \nPart 1 – Online videos & activities\nComplete at least 1 day prior to Live Zoom Session \nPart 2 – Live Zoom Session\nJuly 18th\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parents-guide-to-special-education-formerly-parent-member-via-zoom-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220719T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220606T160140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T160140Z
UID:6717-1658224800-1658228400@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 questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant – Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org Phone: (518) 381-4350. \nOnline Webinar- Registration is required:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2212227714167130125
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220719T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220719T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220427T171010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T171010Z
UID:6510-1658250000-1658257200@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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e5136f18d164b66def4c99fbbc2ad5092 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Kelli Smith 845-695-7330 Kelli.l.smith@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220601T190513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T190513Z
UID:6679-1658311200-1658318400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address.  This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session. \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-23/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220427T171256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T171256Z
UID:6512-1658916000-1658923200@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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e9863a84fe82c2f38d8e6131d3cad33ab \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Erin Caglioti 631-416-3943 erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-8/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220421T162427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220421T162427Z
UID:6461-1658926800-1658930400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Gender Differences in Functional Brain Organization - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Tune in to hear Kaustubh Supekar\, PhD\, describe recent findings about how girls with autism differ in several brain centers compared with boys with autism. \nAbout the speaker:\nKaustubh Supekar\, PhD\, is a clinical Assistant Professor in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford Medicine. \nREGISTER:  https://www.autism.org/gender-brain-differences-autism/ \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/gender-differences-in-functional-brain-organization-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220801T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220801T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220621T184836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T184836Z
UID:6730-1659355200-1659359700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What is Section 504? - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, 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/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 questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8627988008221792783
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-section-504-webinar-11/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220802T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220802T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220601T190928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T190928Z
UID:6681-1659456000-1659463200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address.  This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session. \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-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220427T171648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T171648Z
UID:6514-1659520800-1659528000@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\n\n\nPara registrarse\, haga clic aquí: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e55ffab773c63c7837ccb0dcbb9dc8166 \nSi necesita ayuda\, comuníquese con Clara Fournier 718-430-0761 Clara.Fournier@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220705T215606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T215606Z
UID:6737-1659542400-1659546000@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. \nWebinar Moderator: Sharon Linne \nIf you have any questions\, contact Tina Beauparlant- tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org or 518-381-4350. \nOnline Webinar- Registration Required.  Register
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/education-records-organizer-webinar-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220705T221132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T221132Z
UID:6739-1659549600-1659553200@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 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. \nWebinar Moderator: Chris Brewster \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant at tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org or 518-381-4350. \nOnline Webinar- Registration Required.  Register
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-to-assist-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220427T171945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T171945Z
UID:6516-1659628800-1659636000@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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e8a424071bf043acb70110fc58f08bf89 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Jeffrey Roberts 585-241-5797 Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-9/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220621T173956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T173956Z
UID:6722-1660044600-1660050000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What Happens After Early Intervention? via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:What Happens After Early Intervention?\nIn this workshop you will learn more about: \n\nHow to get ready for your child’s transition to preschool\nThe transition from Early Intervention (EI) to working with the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE)\nInformation on timelines and commonly used vocabulary to help you better understand the transition process\nHow to make informed decisions to benefit your child\n\nCTLE Credits Available\n*Certificate of completion available upon request* \nREGISTER  \nFREE EVENT!\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-happens-after-early-intervention-via-zoom-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220810T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220810T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220621T184511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T184511Z
UID:6728-1660129200-1660133700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Communicating with the CSE through Letter Writing - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Education Advocate\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Communicating with the CSE through Letter Writing. \nLetter 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. \nIf you have questions\, contact Tina Beauparlant Phone: (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2313056223788016399
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/communicating-with-the-cse-through-letter-writing-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220427T172252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T172252Z
UID:6518-1660222800-1660230000@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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ee0ecd8409abd052dfc25c7b8ceda5d20 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Molly Graves 607-217-6588 molly.c.graves@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-10/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220815T191500
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220711T171635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T171635Z
UID:6759-1660586400-1660590900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Loss\, Grief\, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Barb Hoffman\, Regional Coordinator\, as she presents on Loss\, Grief and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs. \nPowerful 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. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org or (518) 381-4350. \nWebinar Moderator: Sharon Linne \nOnline Webinar- Registration Required:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5609272238648067599
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/loss-grief-and-adjustment-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220816T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220816T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220705T221633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T221633Z
UID:6741-1660647600-1660652100@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Key Ingredients For the Start of a Successful School Year! - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:A new school year means a new grade\, new teachers\, new goals\, and maybe even a new school! In order to help you and your child with special needs be as successful as they can be\, we put together this great presentation with helpful back to school tips that we hope will make this transition into a new school year a little easier for you and your child. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant- tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nOnline Virtual- Registration Required.  Register
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/key-ingredients-for-the-start-of-a-successful-school-year-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220621T184139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T184139Z
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SUMMARY:A Beginners Guide to Understanding the Special Education Process - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Education Advocate\, Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents this workshop. \nThis workshop will describe the purpose of special education\, introduction to special education process\, and services available to children ages birth to 21. This training is for parents\, grandparents\, guardians\, and professionals that are new to the special education process or have limited knowledge. The goal of the training is for attendees to learn the basics of the special education system. \nIf you have questions\, contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7940301759164215823
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-beginners-guide-to-understanding-the-special-education-process-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220427T201913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T201913Z
UID:6522-1660755600-1660762800@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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e88563bfce3584a4385ad502f657526d0 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Christina Vankeuren 518-388-0431 Christina.M.Vankeuren@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-11/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220601T191155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T191155Z
UID:6684-1660831200-1660838400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address.  This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session. \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-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220819T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220621T174453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T174453Z
UID:6724-1660914000-1660917600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Understanding The Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) And Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Process Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) & Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Process\nGain an understanding of the regulations\, the process\, and the roles of the families and the school. \nCTLE Credits Available\n*Certificate of completion available upon request*\nREGISTER \nFREE EVENT!\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-the-functional-behavior-assessment-fba-and-behavior-intervention-plan-bip-process-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220822T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220822T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220427T202151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T202151Z
UID:6524-1661184000-1661191200@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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ec9251a94d9a3e8b2cab2ad754bc11829 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Erin Caglioti 631-416-3943 erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-12/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220601T191429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T191446Z
UID:6686-1661853600-1661860800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address.  This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session. \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-26/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220831T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220831T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220304T180814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T180814Z
UID:6316-1661950800-1661954400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Back-To-School Strategies for Autism - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn evidence-based strategies for supporting students with autism as they transition back to the classroom. \nAbout the Speaker \n\n\nAmy Moore Gaffney\, M.A.\, CCC-SLP is an educational consultant with the Indiana Resource Center for Autism (IRCA) at the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community\, Indiana University\, Bloomington. Gaffney has experience working with young children\, school-age children\, and young adults. Through her work as a speech-language pathologist and Autism consultant\, Gaffney has worked with students and their families in a variety of settings\, including in-home\, public and private schools\, and a private clinic.\n\n\n\nRegister:  https://www.autism.org/back-to-school-strategies-2022/
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/back-to-school-strategies-for-autism-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220831T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220606T150301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T150301Z
UID:6692-1661968800-1661972400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:NY ABLE workshop via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The NY ABLE Program is a tax-advantaged savings program for individuals with disabilities and their families to save for their current or long term needs while maintaining their ability to benefit from federal benefits programs such as SSI\, SSDI and Medicaid. \nOur program offers multiple investment options including a checking account and debit card option allowing individuals with disabilities to maintain their independence and have quick and easy access to their own money. \nFREE EVENT!\nREGISTER\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/ny-able-workshop-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Parent%20Network%20WNY":MAILTO:info@parentnetworkwny.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172624
CREATED:20220523T194005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T194005Z
UID:6640-1662022800-1662030000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Info Session (English) - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The OPWDD Front Door Information Session will 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. \nRegistration: \n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ee12264ed5c059e0903ebc36964e6993d \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Jeffrey Roberts 585-241-5797 Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-info-session-english-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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