Please join Parent to Parent of NYS, for this great presentation on 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 … Continued
A 6-week series where you'll meet other parents/caregivers and learn new ways to be a positive parent/caregiver. Identify the importance of building positive relationships with children. Link building relationships, using positive comments/encouragement, and play to children’s behavior. When: Tuesday, January … Continued
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager/ Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS for this presentation on What You Need to Know About Assistive Technology in the IEP This training will teach parents, grandparents, guardians about appropriate Assistive Technology (AT) … Continued
Come join Parent to Parent NYS for their Special Education chat group. As a parent’s of children with special needs, we know firsthand how hard it is to advocate for our children in school. Sometimes we feel helpless, exhausted, and … Continued
Participants will: Recognize and identify the definition of self-determination and the elements that comprise self-determination Access and utilize materials and resources to aid in the promotion of self-determination throughout the transition planning process *Certificate of completion available upon request* REGISTER … Continued
Where Do I Begin? The process of pursuing residential placement can be overwhelming. This presentation will help you organize your needs, preferences, and documents to help you navigate the process. REGISTER HERE.
A 6-week series where you'll meet other parents/caregivers and learn new ways to be a positive parent/caregiver. Identify the importance of building positive relationships with children. Link building relationships, using positive comments/encouragement, and play to children’s behavior. When: Tuesday, January … Continued
Participants will learn: The purpose of test accommodations The define the types of test accommodations Understand their role in supporting a student with their test accommodations Recognize that instructional accommodations used in the classroom should be aligned with the testing … Continued
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 … Continued
This workshop is where parents, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504, CPSE and CSE special education services take their educational records and organize them into a record-keeping binder. This workshop will assist in being more organized in planning … Continued
Please join Barb Hoffman, Regional Coordinator, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents on 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 … Continued
Is your young adult with an IEP ready to transition to adulthood? Families that have children with an IEP will learn about: The transition planning process starting at an early age, although focusing primarily on high school to postsecondary The … Continued
¿Eres padre de un niño/a que tieneuna discapacidad o sospechas quetengan una discapacidad? DISCUCIONES YPERSPECTIVAS OBTEN APOYO Consigue información práctica,constructiva, y útil. CONECTA CON OTROS Consigue información práctica,constructiva, y útil. Aprende mas sobre como manejar con susproblemas a través de experienciascompartidas. … Continued
Once a month, Au-Some Evenings give children with autism and sensory processing needs, their friends and family an opportunity to play and learn together in an understanding and supportive environment. In addition to a fun night of play with access … Continued
Flix Stadium 10 sensory friendly family film series slated to run the first or second Saturday of every month at 10am. The films will be presented with the theatre lights on and the sound lowered. Dipson Theatres, Inc. acknowledges the … Continued
Is your young adult with an IEP ready to transition to adulthood? Families that have children with an IEP will learn about: The transition planning process starting at an early age, although focusing primarily on high school to postsecondary The … Continued
Parent to Parent of NYS Fathers Group to meet online via Zoom and discuss the role of dads in navigating their children’s special needs. Come join Bing Feng for an informal meeting to share information, resources, and support. Parents of … Continued
Please join Parent to Parent of NYS, Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager/Education Specialist, as she presents this wonderful presentation on How to Prepare for a Successful CPSE/CSE Meeting. This training is to help parents, who approach IEP meetings with fear and … Continued
Are you a BIPOC Parent of a child with special needs of any age? (BIPOC – Black, Indigenous, Person of Color) Like you, I understand the realities of parenting our children with special needs while walking that tightrope of living … Continued
Participants will learn: The how and why to meaningfully engage and promote their child's participation in the development of their IEPs and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting. Identify and discuss how to build and encourage their child's self-determination skills. … Continued
Receive Support - Connect with Others - Express Yourself Free Support for parents, family members and caregivers of children with special needs REGISTER ONCE FOR MONTHLY EMAIL REMINDERS AND ZOOM MEETING LINKS! Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org Download Flyer
Learn about the Special Education Process and the Individualized Education Program! Gain understanding about procedures, NYS regulations, and strategies to promote a parent’s understanding and participation in an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting. This course is required to receive a Parent Member Certificate to support … Continued
Students with intellectual disability want to go to college – and they can! But they can’t get there alone. They need educators and family members who understand what skills are necessary to make it happen and will support them to … Continued
WNYRCASD Annual Conference The WNYRCASD Annual Conference includes presentations by experts in the field of autism spectrum disorder on evidence-based interventions and practices shown to improve educational outcomes. Virtual Conference – Expanding Supports to Children with Autism Who Demonstrate Problem … Continued
This presentation provides an overview of the parent’s perspective when planning for a child’s developmental evaluation. This webinar will not be looking at specific tests or types of evaluations. Instead, we want to share some tips and potential suggestions that … Continued
A great opportunity to learn more about activities, programs and events available for young adults with disabilities both while in school and after high school. You will be able to speak to agencies and organizations about: Recreational programs Respite Housing Dayhab without walls Pre-Voc College programs … Continued
Families/caregivers will understand the essential elements and implications of NYSAA participation *Certificate of completion available upon request* REGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT! Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org Download Flyer
Playing games is a key part of child development. Children with autism often have difficulty forming peer relationships, but fostering game skills may serve as a lifelong bridge to engaging with peers. SPEAKER Gray Atherton, PhD, has a BSc in … Continued
WHAT IS SPECIALLY DESIGNED INSTRUCTION (SDI)? Learn how teachers use SDI to meet the needs of your child with disabilities in the classroom Examine what SDI looks like in the IEP Understand your value as an engaged meaningful partner in the … Continued
Find help for your learning and physical challenges. Join Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) for an Open House. Learn about developmental disability services. Connect with people who can help. Get support for yourself and your loved one. Gain … Continued
Please join Parent to Parent of NYS, Namita Modasra, Education Advocate for this training on Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read your child's IEP. Does your child have an IEP (Individualized Education Program)? We'll walk through … Continued
CARD - Albany Annual Spring Conference March 22, 2024 The conference consists of three livestream sessions. Registration is available for each session. NOTE: The sessions will not be recorded, so there is no way to view the information at a later time. … Continued
Effective Communication for Professionals Families that are supporting students with IEPs and 504 Plans need a unique level of communication from schools and providers, which may be due to medication, behavior, or more scrutiny for academic progress. This workshop will … Continued
Come join Parent to Parent NYS for this NEW Presentation on Traveling with Your Special Needs Child/Adult. Have you dreamed of going on a vacation with your child or adult with special needs? Does your child express a desire to … Continued
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Communicating with the CPSE/CSE through Letter Writing. Letter writing can be a very effective method of communication and advocacy for parents of children … Continued
Guardians and family members will understand the timeline vocabulary and process for the transition from Committee on Preschool Education (CPSE) to School Age Committee on Special Education (CSE). *Certificate of completion available upon request* REGISTER HERE! FREE EVENT! Call: 716-332-4170 … Continued
Come join Parent to Parent NYS for their Special Education chat group. As a parent’s of children with special needs, we know firsthand how hard it is to advocate for our children in school. Sometimes we feel helpless, exhausted, and … Continued
Communication is important in all aspects of your life. We communicate with our coworkers, families, friends, other professionals, and even people we do not always get along with. Effective communication can help to foster a good relationship between you and … Continued
Parent to Parent of NYS: Genetics 101: Genetics & Advocacy. Challenging the Myths and Considering the Benefits of Genetics Counseling ● Discuss with Experts in the field of Genetics, from different perspectives, and have honest conversations about Genetics; understanding it, … Continued
Have you heard of LRE or the Least Restrictive Environment? Many parents are unaware of what is means. (LRE) stands for Least Restrictive Environment and is part of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It refers to the placement … Continued
¿Eres padre de un niño/a que tieneuna discapacidad o sospechas quetengan una discapacidad? DISCUCIONES YPERSPECTIVAS OBTEN APOYO Consigue información práctica,constructiva, y útil. CONECTA CON OTROS Consigue información práctica,constructiva, y útil. Aprende mas sobre como manejar con susproblemas a través de experienciascompartidas. … Continued
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