Educational Surrogate Parent Training – Refresher (Virtual)
Presented by Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center Sign Up HERE: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1261055605655043669
Presented by Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center Sign Up HERE: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1261055605655043669
Presented by STARNET Region V Register HERE The Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services developed this standardized training to address the requirements of the federal law, Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) to ensure a smooth and effective transition process is in place for children and their families... Read more »
Presented by the TAP/IDHD/LEND Webinar Series Register HERE Summary: Individuals with autism are 32% more likely to have congenital heart defects than neurotypical peers. This presentation is the culmination of an independent study addressing autism and cardiac outcomes. The presentation objectives are to review the anatomy and physiology of the heart, explore congenital heart disease as... Read more »
Presented by Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center In this webinar we will explore what is included in your child’s educational records, some laws that apply to your child’s educational records, how to obtain copies of your child’s educational records, possible ways to organize your child’s records, and how information in your child’s records... Read more »
Presented by Family Matters Parent & Training Information Center In this webinar we will explore what is included in your child’s educational records, some laws that apply to your child’s educational records, how to obtain copies of your child’s educational records, possible ways to organize your child’s records, and how information in your child’s records... Read more »
Presented by Family Resource Center on Disabilities Preparing your child to transition to adulthood can be a daunting task. This webinar will focus on the initial steps of the transition process in the Illinois special education system from an academic perspective. The topics covered include: -Defining transition plans and its components -Understanding transition services -Tips... Read more »
Presented by Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center Family Matters is seeking volunteers in all counties of the state to act as Educational Surrogate Parents at IEP meetings for students with disabilities who are children in care of the state or who do not have a parent that can legally represent them at special... Read more »
The Executive Forum, comprised of senior leaders of chapters and organizational affiliates of The Arc of Illinois, holds an annual Leadership Conference. Its purpose is to bring together executive directors, key organizational personnel, and other thought leaders to facilitate discussions related to contemporary issues faced by the IDD service sector. The Arc of Illinois Executive... Read more »
Presented by Gayl Bowser, M.Ed., Independent Consultant Please join us for these free, family-friendly webinars to learn more about assistive technology. You are welcome to register for just one, two, or all three of the sessions. Questions? Contact Samantha Conklin (sconklin@ucpnet.org) You already know that you are an important part of your child’s IEP team.... Read more »
In this presentation, participants will gain insight into the issues and challenges of a family member (sibling) attempting to take care of an adult member with disability while other members of the household adjust to life changes, such as careers, retirement, immigration & citizenship, and senior citizen health care systems. Presenter: Miss Gissel Escobedo. Miss... Read more »