IDEA requires the involvement of a parent in every step of the special education process for every child who already receives or may need special education services and supports, including children who are placed in foster care. Foster parents play crucial roles in supporting the educational needs of children with known or suspected disabilities who... Read more »
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Do you have questions about your child’s IEP, but don’t know how or when to ask them? Are you concerned about how your child’s IEP is being followed? Do you want to learn how to effectively prepare for your child’s IEP Meeting? This webinar provides an overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and discusses... Read more »
Navegando En El Proceso De IEP Martes, 4 de Junio 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ¿Tiene preguntas sobre el IEP de su hijo, pero no sabe cómo ni cuándo hacerlas? ¿Le preocupa cómo se sigue el IEP de su hijo? ¿Quiere aprender cómo prepararse eficazmente para la reunión del IEP de su... Read more »
Puberty can be a confusing time, especially for children with disabilities. Join Family Matters Educational Support Coach Abbi Mars for information and strategies to help you navigate puberty with your loved one.
Join us to learn about options available following a PUNS selection or Early Notification of an upcoming PUNS selection. We will discuss the Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver, support services, residential options, and key preparatory steps. We will review both Home-Based and CILA options and discuss how families have utilized funding to support their... Read more »
Understanding My IEP Basics. A training for students. An IEP can be the key to success for students with disabilities, but only if that student understands their plan and how to use it. Join Family Matters as we go over a specialized training for students that will help them understand the importance of their... Read more »
Presenters: Alison Fisher & Maria Flores, Outreach and Education Coordinators with EEOC-Chicago District Office More details to follow Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FLkFVCmVTu6AT8cdoQ8AGQ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
June 11, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM America/Chicago Zoom Meeting: https://uic.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUofuuprz0iGtCIf3gBqvS9c4o8Ql2o2tbW Classroom & home strategies that address academic, social, leisure goals of a child with autism or developmental delays. Content focus on early education. Workshop provided in English. All workshops are for families/caregivers, educators and other professionals unless otherwise noted. Credits are available... Read more »
