Community Events

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

This workshop provides strategies to create IEPs with measurable annual goals and objectives as well as the required information regarding student progress. Step-by-step guidance in writing measurable goals to meet student needs is provided. 

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iep-part-ii-from-measurable-goals-to-progress-registration-215996851397?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

This workshop will provide information about various insurance models, who is eligible, what is covered, and how to apply. Information on the benefits of the Affordable Care Act will also be provided.

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/health-advocacy-helping-nj-families-access-health-coverage-and-services-registration-207185205527?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

This workshop provides participants with a review of the essential components of an Individualized Education Plan. As a result of this workshop, participants will better understand the IEP document and the parent's role in the development of an IEP. 

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iep-i-essential-components-of-the-iep-registration-216282245017?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

This workshop will provide information on transition planning crucial to increasing outcomes for life after high school. Strategies for developing appropriate goals as part of the IEP process will be offered. 

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/look-to-the-future-transition-from-school-to-adult-life-registration-207192798237?aff=ebdsoporgprofile 

Parent Involvement in Special Education: Overview of Rights / Participación de los Padres en el proceso del IEP: Resumen De Sus Derechos - November 30 and December 1, 2021 /30 de noviembre y 1 de decembre 

Part 1 / Parte 1: November 30 / 30 de noviembre

Part 2 / Parte 2: December 1 / 1 de decembre 

Time/ Hora: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

This virtual workshop provides families with an introduction to their rights and responsibilities as parents of children with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the New Jersey Administrative Code. Parents will begin to identify dreams and goals for their children, gain knowledge of the special education process, and learn advocacy strategies. Parents of classified students and children who are having difficulty in school, but may not be classified, will benefit from this workshop. / Este taller virtual proporcionara a las familias una introducción a sus derechos y responsabilidades como padres de niños con discapacidades bajo la Ley de Educación para Individuos con Discapacidades (IDEA) y el Código Administrativo de Nueva Jersey. Los padres comenzarán a identificar sueños y metas para sus hijos, obtendrán conocimiento del proceso de educación especial y aprenderán estrategias de abogacía. Los padres de estudiantes clasificados y/o de estudiantes que tienen dificultades en la escuela, pero no han sido clasificados, se beneficiarán de este taller.

Register: https://specialed-overview-fall2021.eventbrite.com

Para registrarse, vaya a: https://edespecial-nov-dic2021.eventbrite.com/