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SUMMARY:Statewide- Special Education Parent Chat Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:As a parent of a child with a disability\, I know first-hand how hard it is to continue the good fight.  Sometimes we feel hopeless\, helpless\, and at a loss for words.  If you’re a parent\, grandparent\, or caregiver of a child with special needs\, you may feel isolated\, alone and struggling with special education school related issues.\nCome join us for an opportunity to share how your feeling\, engage in some great conversation\, and share resources with other parents in the community who are dealing with the same issues.  Come join Trish Washburn all from the comfort of your own home. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/statewide-special-education-parent-chat-group-via-zoom-5/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T123000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T203050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T203050Z
UID:6883-1666782000-1666787400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:A Beginners Guide to Understanding the Special Education Process - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Nancy Marmet\, Education Specialist.\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 at (518) 381-4350. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-beginners-guide-to-understanding-the-special-education-process-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220523T173534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T173534Z
UID:6625-1666724400-1666728000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parents Considering a Residential Placement Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering residential placement for your family member? Parent to Parent of New York State is excited to host a new Parent Discussion Group facilitated by Sharon Linne for families with children and adults of all ages who are considering placement in a residential school or a group home. \nCome join us for an hour of support and conversation about this important topic. \nVirtual Zoom- Registration Required.  REGISTER \nQuestions\, contact Sharon Linne – Slinne@ptopnys.org.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parents-considering-a-residential-placement-discussion-group-5/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T202707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T202707Z
UID:6881-1666292400-1666297800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent to Parent of NYS FATHERS GROUP via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Meeting: Bi-weekly on Thursdays\, starting at 7 p.m. \nParent to Parent has established an informal Fathers Group to meet online via Zoom and discuss the role of dads in navigating their childrens’ special needs. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-of-nys-fathers-group-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T202401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T202422Z
UID:6878-1666267200-1666272600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Section 504\, Students with Disabilities in Public & Private Schools - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Nancy Marmet\, Education Advocate\, for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Section 504\, Students with Disabilities in Public & Private Schools.\nThis training will introduce you to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This training is designed to provide you with an understanding of the law\, how it applies to educational programs and to students with disabilities. Children who qualify under this law receive services and/ or accommodations in the public-school system without being classified under IDEA/IDEIA and their school district’s Committee on Special Education.\nIf you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member\, or just interested in this topic\, this training is for you! \nIf you have questions\, please call Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/section-504-students-with-disabilities-in-public-private-schools-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T183110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T183110Z
UID:6876-1666260000-1666263600@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. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-webinar-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T182810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T182810Z
UID:6874-1666202400-1666206000@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. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/education-records-organizer-webinar-8/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T182059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T182059Z
UID:6872-1666029600-1666035000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Education Advocate\, Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents this wonderful webinar:  Guidelines 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). \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/guidelines-for-determining-the-need-for-a-one-to-one-aide-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220523T170815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T170815Z
UID:6605-1665687600-1665691200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Residential Placement Online Discussion Group- Parents who have a child in a Residential placement
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a family member in a residential program and are struggling to make peace with this decision? Parent to Parent is excited to host a new Parent Discussion Group facilitated by Mariela Adams\, for families with children and adults of all ages that have children in residential school or a group home. \nVirtual Zoom- Registration Required.  REGISTER \nQuestions\, contact Valerie Colavecchio – vcolavecchio@ptopnys.org.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/residential-placement-online-discussion-group-parents-who-have-a-child-in-a-residential-placement-7/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T181645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T181645Z
UID:6870-1665666000-1665669600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit - 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. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-to-assist-your-visit-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T181322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T181323Z
UID:6868-1665655200-1665662400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Is Guardianship the Only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Come join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist as we explore:  Is Guardianship the only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives.\nLet’s face it nothing keeps parents up at night more than thinking about who will care for our child/children when we are no longer able to care for them.  This workshop will increase the knowledge of families of individuals with disabilities about the options besides legal guardianship for adults with disabilities.  If your adult child does not need full guardianship\, there are other options that we will explore in this presentation.  We will also discuss guardianship and the legal requirements. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/is-guardianship-the-only-option-an-overview-of-guardianship-and-the-many-alternatives-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T180951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T180951Z
UID:6866-1665597600-1665604800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read an IEP. - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Come join Namita Modasra as she presents Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read an IEP. \nThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)\, a federal law\, requires certain information to be included in the IEP but doesn’t specify say how the IEP should look. Because states and local school systems may include additional information\, forms differ from state to state and may vary between school systems within a state. The IEP\, Individualized Education Program\, is a written document that’s developed for each public-school child who is eligible for special education. The IEP is created through a team effort and reviewed at least once a year. This training will teach you how to read the IEP so you can understand what should and can be in the IEP.\nIf you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member or just interested in this topic\, this training is for you! \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/lets-take-a-crash-course-on-understanding-how-to-read-an-iep-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T180611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T180611Z
UID:6864-1665597600-1665603000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent to Parent of NYS Grupo de Padres en Español | Spanish Parent Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:PADRE A PADRE DE NYS\nLes invitamos a ser parte de nuestra siguiente reunión de Cuidadores vía Zoom. Parent to Parent of NYS está ofreciendo reuniones GRATUITAS de padres y/o cuidadores de seres queridos con necesidades especiales y/o médicamente frágiles.\nEstá reunión está dirigida para los cuidadores a nivel estatal. Estamos aquí para usted. \nVenga a compartir con nosotros en una reunión informal donde compartiremos información\, recursos y encontrará el apoyo que necesita mientras criar a un ser querido con necesidades especiales y/o médicamente frágiles sin importar la edad de la persona.\nUsted debe registrarse en el siguiente enlace electrónico:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkdeCppjwjGdAIBMX3PDuqprOU_4kKDrSq \nDespués de registrarse usted recibirá el enlace de zoom para ingresar a la reunión en el correo electrónico que provea al registrarse.\nSi tiene preguntas por favor contacte a Rocio Zumaya por correo electrónico rzumaya@ptopnys.org o por el número de Google Voice al (516) 654 – 6591.\nFamily to Family Health Information Center\nParent to Parent of NYS\nwww.ptopnys.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-of-nys-grupo-de-padres-en-espanol-spanish-parent-group-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T155958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T155958Z
UID:6861-1665576000-1665581400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:How to Prepare for a Successful CSE Meeting - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn for this presentation on How to Prepare for a Successful CSE Meeting. \nThis 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\, this training is for you! \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-prepare-for-a-successful-cse-meeting-webinar-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T155249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T155249Z
UID:6859-1665511200-1665516600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Key Ingredients For the Start of a Successful School Year! - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Come join Namita Modasra to start the school year off GREAT!!\nA 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. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/key-ingredients-for-the-start-of-a-successful-school-year-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T154206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T154553Z
UID:6854-1665482400-1665487800@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 Manage\, 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. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T153811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T153811Z
UID:6851-1665082800-1665088200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent to Parent of NYS FATHERS GROUP via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Meeting: Bi-weekly on Thursdays\, starting at 7 p.m. \nParent to Parent has established an informal Fathers Group to meet online via Zoom and discuss the role of dads in navigating their childrens’ special needs. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-of-nys-fathers-group-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T131500
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T145605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T145605Z
UID:6848-1664798400-1664802900@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. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/communicating-with-the-cse-through-letter-writing-webinar-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220711T171159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T171159Z
UID:6757-1664476200-1664481600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Statewide- Special Education Parent Chat Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:As a parent of a child with a disability\, I know first-hand how hard it is to continue the good fight.  Sometimes we feel hopeless\, helpless\, and at a loss for words.  If you’re a parent\, grandparent\, caregiver of a child with special needs\, you may feel isolated\, alone and struggling with special education school related issues.  Come join us for an opportunity to share how your feelings\, engage in some great conversation and share resources with other parents in the community who are dealing with the same issues.  All from the comfort of your own home. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant- tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org Phone: (518) 381-4350. \nOnline Zoom- Registration Required:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvduqtpzspHNELns7of5HyDn6ybP-4umZO
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/statewide-special-education-parent-chat-group-via-zoom-4/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T145208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T145208Z
UID:6846-1664388000-1664393400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent to Parent of NYS Grupo de Padres en Español | Spanish Parent Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:PADRE A PADRE DE NYS\nLes invitamos a ser parte de nuestra siguiente reunión de Cuidadores vía Zoom. Parent to Parent of NYS está ofreciendo reuniones GRATUITAS de padres y/o cuidadores de seres queridos con necesidades especiales y/o médicamente frágiles.\nEstá reunión está dirigida para los cuidadores a nivel estatal. Estamos aquí para usted.\nVenga a compartir con nosotros en una reunión informal donde compartiremos información\, recursos y encontrará el apoyo que necesita mientras criar a un ser querido con necesidades especiales y/o médicamente frágiles sin importar la edad de la persona. \nUsted debe registrarse en el siguiente enlace electrónico:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkdeCppjwjGdAIBMX3PDuqprOU_4kKDrSq \nDespués de registrarse usted recibirá el enlace de zoom para ingresar a la reunión en el correo electrónico que provea al registrarse.\nSi tiene preguntas por favor contacte a Rocio Zumaya por correo electrónico rzumaya@ptopnys.org o por el número de Google Voice al (516) 654 – 6591.\nFamily to Family Health Information Center\nParent to Parent of NYS\nwww.ptopnys.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-of-nys-grupo-de-padres-en-espanol-spanish-parent-group-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220523T173349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T173349Z
UID:6623-1664305200-1664308800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parents Considering a Residential Placement Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering residential placement for your family member? Parent to Parent of New York State is excited to host a new Parent Discussion Group facilitated by Sharon Linne for families with children and adults of all ages who are considering placement in a residential school or a group home. \nCome join us for an hour of support and conversation about this important topic. \nVirtual Zoom- Registration Required.  REGISTER \nQuestions\, contact Sharon Linne – Slinne@ptopnys.org.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parents-considering-a-residential-placement-discussion-group-4/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T183000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T144804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T144804Z
UID:6844-1664298000-1664303400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Communicating with the CSE through Letter Writing - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Nancy Marmet\, 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. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/communicating-with-the-cse-through-letter-writing-webinar-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220926T141500
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T144417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T144417Z
UID:6842-1664197200-1664201700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Education Records Organizer - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Parent Advocate for this wonderful presentation.  This workshop is where parents\, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504\, CPSE and CSE special education services take their educational records and organize them into a record-keeping binder.  This workshop will assist in being more organized in planning a child’s education\, and in the CPSE/CSE process.\nIf you have any questions. please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350. \nModerator- Sharon Linne \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/education-records-organizer-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220523T161606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T161606Z
UID:6598-1663873200-1663878600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent to Parent of NYS Father Group On-Line Chat
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Meeting: Bi-weekly on Thursdays\, starting at 7 p.m. \nParent to Parent has established an informal Fathers Group to meet online via Zoom and discuss the role of dads in navigating their childrens’ special needs. \nVirtual Zoom- Registration required.  REGISTER \nQuestions\, contact Chris Brewster – cbrewster@ptopnys.org.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-of-nys-father-group-on-line-chat-8/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T191500
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T143906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T143906Z
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SUMMARY:Key Ingredients for the Start of a Successful School Year! - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents Key Ingredients for the Start of a Successful School Year!\nA 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 the new school year a little easier for you and your child. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/key-ingredients-for-the-start-of-a-successful-school-year-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T143528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T143528Z
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SUMMARY:Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Nancy Marmet\, Education Advocate she presents this wonderful webinar:  Guidelines 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 questions\, please call Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/guidelines-for-determining-the-need-for-a-one-to-one-aide-webinar-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T143136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T143136Z
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SUMMARY:Starting Over: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren with Special Needs - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Dianne O’Connor\, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents a webinar on Starting Over\, Grandparents (or Other Relatives) Raising Grandchildren with Special Needs.\nThere are many reasons why a grandparent\, or relative\, raising their grandchildren full time. By creating an enriched\, supportive\, and safe living environment\, grandchildren stay connected to their family while keeping them out of foster care.\nThis webinar will address the advantages and disadvantages of caring for our own and give practical resources and strategies for providing the best for your grandchildren. As one of the most important members of the family\, we will also look at ways to care for you along the way.\nIf you have questions\, please contact: Tina Beauparlant – (518) 381-4350. \nModerator- Chris Brewster \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/starting-over-grandparents-raising-grandchildren-with-special-needs-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T183000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T142835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T142835Z
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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. \nModerator – Sharon Linne \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220919T191500
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T032257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T032322Z
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SUMMARY:A Beginners Guide to Understanding the Special Education Process - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Education Advocate for this presentation.\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. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-beginners-guide-to-understanding-the-special-education-process-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T164825
CREATED:20220826T031910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T031910Z
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SUMMARY:What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Namita Modasra\, Education Advocate as she presents What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education? \nNot everyone starts out by being a good advocate. Many parents\, guardians and grandparents have faced challenges in getting their child’s education needs met. Parents\, guardians\, grandparents\, must learn the skills they need to become good advocates for their children. Participants will learn that communicate effectively with teachers and other school personnel is one of the best ways to ensure that your child’s school is creating a good learning environment for your child\, and to ensure that your child’s school is providing your child with the services or programs that he or she needs to succeed in school.\nIf you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member or just interested in this topic then this training is for you! \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-does-advocacy-mean-in-special-education-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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