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Key Takeaways Learn how to navigate NJ databases to advocate for their children, and guide families through the NJ School Performance Reports and state assessment data found on the official NJDOE website while gaining the practical skills needed to decode your child’s report card.
Attendees will participate in an evidence based program designed to support children and families to navigate behavior that challenges them.
Participants will learn:
1.To gain a better understanding of the important documents that pertain to your child’s educational program and more.
Los participantes asistirán a un programa basado en evidencia diseñado para apoyar a los niños y las familias a manejar comportamientos.
This workshop will discuss issues relating to transitioning from school to adult life, identifying outcomes, and developing goals as part of the IEP process. Parents and students will become knowledgeable regarding resources in the community in order to build linkages and ensure a dignified life as contributing citizens.
Gain a clear understanding of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and how it can support children with communication needs and more.
MULTIPLE DATES AVAILABLE This workshop provides families with an introduction to their rights and responsibilities as parents of children with special needs. This workshop provides families with an introduction to their rights and responsibilities as parents of children with special needs under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the NJ Code, and Section 504 […]
Parents/Caregivers will train to be volunteers for social/emotional supports.
This workshop will discuss issues relating to transitioning from school to adult life, identifying outcomes, and developing goals as part of the IEP process. Parents and students will become knowledgeable regarding resources in the community in order to build linkages and ensure a dignified life as contributing citizens.
SPAN Youth Chats is a community of youth supporting youth, monthly, hearing from professionals and SPAN staff on empowerment in daily living
This workshop will focus on helping parents and professionals “create agreement” and avoid, minimize, or appropriately address conflict in the IFSP and IEP process. Participants will: 1. explore the benefits and challenges of parent-professional collaboration2. learn best practices for creating agreement, addressing power imbalances, and implementing cultural reciprocity3. learn how to “create agreement” with others […]
Gain a clear understanding of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and how it can support children with communication needs and more.
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