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CURRENT YEAR:
2020-2021 Educational Series
Part 2: Back to School Edition -
Managing Your Student's IEP/GIEP/504 Plan in COVID-19
Thursday, October 8, 2020 @ 7:00p
Recorded: To view this meeting , click here.
Description:
With the school year now underway, students with IEPs/GIEP/504 Plans continue to adjust and adapt to new routines that may or may not align with their goals and needs. For many families, the return to school raises new questions about service delivery and evaluations/reevaluations while trying to determine the right accommodations for their students.
To continue the conversation we started in early September, the Committee for Special Education will hold “Managing Your Student’s IEP/GIEP/504 Plan in COVID-19 – Back to School Edition.” For this session, we welcome Judith A. Gran, a leading attorney in the field of special education law to address your questions and concerns about your student’s IEP rights in practice, given the current environment. Compensatory education, 1:1’s and digital learning plans will be discussed.
Managing Your Student's IEP/GIEP/504 Plan in COVID-19
Thursday, October 8, 2020 @ 7:00p
Recorded: To view this meeting , click here.
Description:
With the school year now underway, students with IEPs/GIEP/504 Plans continue to adjust and adapt to new routines that may or may not align with their goals and needs. For many families, the return to school raises new questions about service delivery and evaluations/reevaluations while trying to determine the right accommodations for their students.
To continue the conversation we started in early September, the Committee for Special Education will hold “Managing Your Student’s IEP/GIEP/504 Plan in COVID-19 – Back to School Edition.” For this session, we welcome Judith A. Gran, a leading attorney in the field of special education law to address your questions and concerns about your student’s IEP rights in practice, given the current environment. Compensatory education, 1:1’s and digital learning plans will be discussed.
Part 1: Back to School Edition -
Managing Your Student’s IEP/504 Plan in COVID-19
Wednesday, Sept 2, 2020 @ 7p.
Recorded: To view this meeting , click here.
Description:
Right now, families and guardians are navigating murky waters when it comes to their students’ rights and the school district’s responsibilities to fulfill IEPs, 504 plans and FAPE. Delivery of services, requirements for data collection, uncertainty around evaluations/reevaluations and accommodations for the virtual environment are some of the areas where parents need clarity and guidance from a legal and advocacy standpoint. To address these needs, the Committee for Special Education will host a two-part education program on “Managing Your Student’s IEP/504 Plan in COVID-19.”
For our first session, we welcome Michael Connolly, Supervising Partner of Special Education at the McAndrews Law Offices, and Maria Vetter, Advocate and Co-Founder of Raffaele & Associates, for a panel discussion to answer some of the many questions during these challenging times.
Managing Your Student’s IEP/504 Plan in COVID-19
Wednesday, Sept 2, 2020 @ 7p.
Recorded: To view this meeting , click here.
Description:
Right now, families and guardians are navigating murky waters when it comes to their students’ rights and the school district’s responsibilities to fulfill IEPs, 504 plans and FAPE. Delivery of services, requirements for data collection, uncertainty around evaluations/reevaluations and accommodations for the virtual environment are some of the areas where parents need clarity and guidance from a legal and advocacy standpoint. To address these needs, the Committee for Special Education will host a two-part education program on “Managing Your Student’s IEP/504 Plan in COVID-19.”
For our first session, we welcome Michael Connolly, Supervising Partner of Special Education at the McAndrews Law Offices, and Maria Vetter, Advocate and Co-Founder of Raffaele & Associates, for a panel discussion to answer some of the many questions during these challenging times.
previous year:
2019-20 EDUCATIONAL SERIES
Planning for the Future: Special Needs Trusts & Financial Planning
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 @ 7pm
Description:
Planning for the future begins now, especially when you have a loved one with special needs. Whatever financial situation or the age of your child, this information is essential to protect your loved one’s financial future. Please join us as we discuss:
• Guardianship and Power of Attorney
• The ABLE Act and Special Needs Trusts
• Government Benefits
• Retirement Planning
• Life Insurance Planning
• Planning for Siblings without Special Needs
• Letters of Intent
• Pension Planning
• Tax-Reduction Strategies
• Education Funding
Speakers: Steve Potts, Partner at Herr, Potts and Potts and Pat Bergmaier, 1847 Financial (click for bios)
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 @ 7pm
Description:
Planning for the future begins now, especially when you have a loved one with special needs. Whatever financial situation or the age of your child, this information is essential to protect your loved one’s financial future. Please join us as we discuss:
• Guardianship and Power of Attorney
• The ABLE Act and Special Needs Trusts
• Government Benefits
• Retirement Planning
• Life Insurance Planning
• Planning for Siblings without Special Needs
• Letters of Intent
• Pension Planning
• Tax-Reduction Strategies
• Education Funding
Speakers: Steve Potts, Partner at Herr, Potts and Potts and Pat Bergmaier, 1847 Financial (click for bios)
Planning for Extended School Year (ESY)
Tuesday, January 21, 2020 @ 7:00
Description:
For many families, the new year brings thoughts of summer and how their student will continue making progress on their academic and developmental goals. Planning for Extended School Year (ESY) raises several questions about what’s required, how students qualify, and how you can best advocate for your student and their unique learning differences.
For this meeting, the Committee for Special Education is delighted to welcome Michael Connolly, Supervising Partner of Special Education at the McAndrews Law Offices, and Maria Vetter, Advocate and Co-Founder of Raffaele & Associates, for an open discussion where you can hear from their experience and learn answers to these questions and more.
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Tuesday, January 21, 2020 @ 7:00
Description:
For many families, the new year brings thoughts of summer and how their student will continue making progress on their academic and developmental goals. Planning for Extended School Year (ESY) raises several questions about what’s required, how students qualify, and how you can best advocate for your student and their unique learning differences.
For this meeting, the Committee for Special Education is delighted to welcome Michael Connolly, Supervising Partner of Special Education at the McAndrews Law Offices, and Maria Vetter, Advocate and Co-Founder of Raffaele & Associates, for an open discussion where you can hear from their experience and learn answers to these questions and more.
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Transition: Planning for Life After High School
December 12, 2019 @ 9:30a
Just when you thought you had the world of IEPs and 504s figured out, your child has (almost) grown up! Don’t know where to begin planning for what’s next?
Please join us for a panel discussion that will cover options for students with IEPs and 504s as they prepare for life after high school.
The panelists will include:
• Helene Scott, Transition Coordinator, LMSD
• Kris Koberlein, Project Consultant, MCIU
• Rachel Sobel, Educational Consultant, College Possibilities
• Gregory Hannah, Assistant Director, Office of Disability Services, Villanova University
• Amy McCann, Program Director, Carousel Connections
December 12, 2019 @ 9:30a
Just when you thought you had the world of IEPs and 504s figured out, your child has (almost) grown up! Don’t know where to begin planning for what’s next?
Please join us for a panel discussion that will cover options for students with IEPs and 504s as they prepare for life after high school.
The panelists will include:
• Helene Scott, Transition Coordinator, LMSD
• Kris Koberlein, Project Consultant, MCIU
• Rachel Sobel, Educational Consultant, College Possibilities
• Gregory Hannah, Assistant Director, Office of Disability Services, Villanova University
• Amy McCann, Program Director, Carousel Connections
Understanding the Neuropsychological Evaluation
October 29, 2019 @ 7p
Many families of children with special learning needs have been told by a physician or other specialist that their child may benefit from a neuropsychological or “neuropsych” evaluation.
The goal of this presentation is to give the audience an introduction to the field of neuropsychology and describe the role of the neuropsychologist. Our aims are to provide an overview of what the goals of such an evaluation might be, what kinds of referrals we see, and what families can expect from the evaluation process. We also aim to explain the differences and similarities between a school-based evaluation and a private neuropsychological evaluation.
Our presenters have experience with children with all types of medical, genetic, developmental and psychiatric diagnoses and in both hospital based and private practice settings. We will also include a panel of parents whose children have been through the process of neuropsychological evaluation in order to better understand the patient experience and perspective.
Speakers: Dr. Lauren Krivitzky, CHOP and Dr. Emily Perlis, Private Practice
October 29, 2019 @ 7p
Many families of children with special learning needs have been told by a physician or other specialist that their child may benefit from a neuropsychological or “neuropsych” evaluation.
The goal of this presentation is to give the audience an introduction to the field of neuropsychology and describe the role of the neuropsychologist. Our aims are to provide an overview of what the goals of such an evaluation might be, what kinds of referrals we see, and what families can expect from the evaluation process. We also aim to explain the differences and similarities between a school-based evaluation and a private neuropsychological evaluation.
Our presenters have experience with children with all types of medical, genetic, developmental and psychiatric diagnoses and in both hospital based and private practice settings. We will also include a panel of parents whose children have been through the process of neuropsychological evaluation in order to better understand the patient experience and perspective.
Speakers: Dr. Lauren Krivitzky, CHOP and Dr. Emily Perlis, Private Practice
CSE Fall Meeting & Social
October 15, 2019 @ 7P Meeting; 8p Social
Come to our fall social/meeting to learn more about the CSE, hear an update on our recent activities, and meet other caregivers of children with GIEP's, IEP's and 504s.
Beverages will be provided, pastries will be available for sale.
October 15, 2019 @ 7P Meeting; 8p Social
Come to our fall social/meeting to learn more about the CSE, hear an update on our recent activities, and meet other caregivers of children with GIEP's, IEP's and 504s.
Beverages will be provided, pastries will be available for sale.