Preparing for the Annual Review

An annual review is a Committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting to plan for the next school year. This workshop will help families and educators prepare for annual reviews. Topics to be covered include pre-meeting preparation, development of an Individualized Education Program, and tips to help families and educators collaborate in designing an appropriate program […]

Individualized Education Programs: Identifying Effective Goals

When developing a student's IEP for the annual review, it is important for team members to work in collaboration to develop the IEP goals. This workshop will review guidelines used for identifying and writing effective goals that make sense for the student.

Family Fun Virtual Story Time

Join us for an interactive virtual story time! Starbridge will provide a copy of a book we will read and a plush toy to interact with during story time. Snuggle up on your couch in your pajamas, or dance around your living room!

Free

Dine Out in a Safe Space

March 5, 2024 or March 12, 2024 from 4:30pm - 6:30pm. Space is limited to 25 people each evening. Join us at Perkins for a safe place to dine out and meet other families. Limited to 25 spots. Sign up for one event or both. Must have OPWDD eligibility and reside in Cattarusgus or Allegany […]

Free

Family Empowerment Series

The Family Empowerment Series is multi-session workshop part of Starbridge’s Signature Series offered each year. This series of workshops prepares families and caregivers to better advocate within the educational system for their children and to be a resource for other families of students who have disabilities in their communities. Series Schedule: All series will take […]

Free

RTI, 504 and IEP: What’s It All About?

When a child qualifies for special education services, federal law requires the development of a document called an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Some students may not qualify for an IEP, but may receive accommodations and modifications from a 504 Plan or may receive support through Response to Intervention (RTI). This workshop will explain the process […]

Dine Out in a Safe Space

March 5, 2024 or March 12, 2024 from 4:30pm - 6:30pm. Space is limited to 25 people each evening. Join us at Perkins for a safe place to dine out and meet other families. Limited to 25 spots. Sign up for one event or both. Must have OPWDD eligibility and reside in Cattarusgus or Allegany […]

Free

Supporting Your Child’s Vocabulary Development at Home

Research shows that babies and preschoolers who learn many new words at home start school with better language and reading skills. We can help! Join our expert presenters as they offer ideas and strategies you can use at home, as well as tools to partner with your children's caregivers and teachers. Together we can support […]

Greater Rochester Special Education Task Force presents: A Tale of Two Attorneys-The Disciplinary Process Edition

A Tale of Two Attorneys: The Disciplinary Process Edition Online Q&A Session with Family AttorneyThe disciplinary process is often confusing. For instance, Superintendent's hearings aren't usually held by the superintendent and Manifestation Determination is not actually a CSE meeting. There are a lot of rules and restrictions that affect the outcome. And yet the stakes are […]