BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Starbridge - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Starbridge X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://starbridgeinc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Starbridge REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T130000 DTSTAMP:20260629T132255Z CREATED:20260629T132249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T132255Z UID:6848-1794312000-1794315600@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Special Education in NYS: A Parent's Guide DESCRIPTION:This joint session offered by Starbridge and the FACE Center will review the information in Special Education in New York State for Preschool and School-Age Students with Disabilities: A Parent’s Guide. Learn about the special education process including referral\, initial evaluation\, eligibility determination\, IEP development and implementation\, annual review and reevaluation. Information will also be shared related to rights for parents and other resources related to special education in NY State. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/special-education-in-nys-a-parents-guide/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T180000 DTSTAMP:20260107T192923Z CREATED:20260107T192853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T192923Z UID:6466-1794414600-1794420000@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Family Fun & Empowerment at Play Zone DESCRIPTION:Play Zone575 Spittler LaneLimestone\, NY 14753 \n\n\n\nRequirements: \n\n\n\nOPWDD eligibilityReside in Cattaraugus or Allegany County \n\n\n\nJoin us in building connections and friendships to one another at the YMCA Fun Zone! Parents can play in the Play Zone\, and\, or can meet and connect with other parents. \n\n\n\nProvided by Starbridge:– Pizza– Drinks \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please contact Kari Cayton \n\n\n\nkcayton@starbridgeinc.org | (585) 259-4576 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is required – RSVP no later than Oct. 14 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Total Number of Attendees(Required)Names of family members who will attend(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Phone Type\n \n \n Home\n \n \n \n Work\n \n \n \n Cell Phone\n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Accommodations neededI am a/an\n \n Family of individual with disability\n \n \n Individual with a disability\n \n \n Other\n Please check “Other” if you are an Education or Human Services Professional\, Student\, or attending in some other capacityDo you or your family member have OPWDD eligibility?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unsure\n \n \n \n N/A\n Care Manager/Coordinator's Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Care Manager/Coordinator's PhoneCare Manager/Coordinator's Email\n \n Primary language spokenPrimary language for writing/readingPublicity PermissionI hereby grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all in any official publicity pieces consistent with Starbridge’s mission. Publicity pieces include (but are not limited to) print or digital publications\, news releases\, videos\, brochures\, promotional materials\, and web use. I understand that signing this release does not guarantee publication of selected items and that I am not being compensated for my participation. I understand that participation in a publicity project – or refusal to participate – will not affect or harm any services my child/dependent/self receives from Starbridge now or in the future. I grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all of the following: (please check all that apply)\n \n photographs of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n name of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n story of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/ffe-nov-2026/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T190000 DTSTAMP:20260723T135835Z CREATED:20260723T135832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T135835Z UID:6905-1795111200-1795114800@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Understanding Self-Direction DESCRIPTION: An introductory\, family-friendly workshop designed to guide parents and caregivers through the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)Self-Directed Services model. Presented by Parent to Parent of NYS. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/understanding-self-direction/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T160000 DTSTAMP:20260126T151054Z CREATED:20251217T203519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T151054Z UID:6358-1798725600-1798732800@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Family Fun New Year’s Eve Party DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun New Year’s Eve Party and wrap up your 2026 with a wonderful family event! \n\n\n\nProvided by Starbridge:– Pizza– Drinks \n\n\n\nPlay Zone575 Spittler LaneLimestone\, NY 14753 \n\n\n\nRequirements: \n\n\n\n\nOPWDD eligibility\n\n\n\nReside in Cattaraugus or Allegany County\n\n\n\nRegister at least 1 week prior \n\n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please contact Kari Cayton \n\n\n\nkcayton@starbridgeinc.org | (585) 259-4576 \n\n\n\nRegistration is required – Please register no later than Dec. 24th \n\n\n\n \n \n CompanyThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Total Number of Attendees(Required)Names of family members who will attend(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Phone Type\n \n \n Home\n \n \n \n Work\n \n \n \n Cell Phone\n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Accommodations neededI am a/an\n \n Family of individual with disability\n \n \n Individual with a disability\n \n \n Other\n Please check “Other” if you are an Education or Human Services Professional\, Student\, or attending in some other capacityDo you or your family member have OPWDD eligibility?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unsure\n \n \n \n N/A\n Care Manager/Coordinator's Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Care Manager/Coordinator's PhoneCare Manager/Coordinator's Email\n \n Primary language spokenPrimary language for writing/readingPublicity PermissionI hereby grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all in any official publicity pieces consistent with Starbridge’s mission. Publicity pieces include (but are not limited to) print or digital publications\, news releases\, videos\, brochures\, promotional materials\, and web use. I understand that signing this release does not guarantee publication of selected items and that I am not being compensated for my participation. I understand that participation in a publicity project – or refusal to participate – will not affect or harm any services my child/dependent/self receives from Starbridge now or in the future. I grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all of the following: (please check all that apply)\n \n photographs of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n name of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n story of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/family-fun-new-years-eve-party/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270121T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270121T130000 DTSTAMP:20260629T133147Z CREATED:20260629T133144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T133147Z UID:6850-1800532800-1800536400@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Pathways to Graduation DESCRIPTION:This joint session offered by Starbridge and the FACE Center describes the current diploma and credential options that are available to New York State (NYS) students. It includes information about the credit requirements for graduation in NYS\, the multiple pathways to graduation\, 4 +1 option requirements for all students\, the appeal eligibility criteria for all students\, the safety net options for students with disabilities\, and the exiting credentials available in NYS and the requirements for each. It also introduces participants to the definition of self-determination and its relation to determining individualized diploma and credential options. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/pathways-to-graduation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270202T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260629T134022Z CREATED:20260629T134019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T134022Z UID:6852-1801569600-1801573200@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Transition from Preschool to School-Age Services DESCRIPTION:It’s time for kindergarten! The transition from preschool to kindergarten can be a time of excitement\, but it can also be a source of anxiety. Transitions are made easier when families and providers understand the process. This joint session from Starbridge and the FACE Center will help you to understand the transition process and be an active member of the transition team. We will discuss the difference between services in CPSE and CSE\, as well as the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/transition-from-preschool-to-school-age-services-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270211T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270211T190000 DTSTAMP:20260723T135305Z CREATED:20260723T135302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T135305Z UID:6903-1802368800-1802372400@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Residential Process\, Tips\, Tricks\, and Info DESCRIPTION:Where Do I Begin? The process of pursuing residential placement can be overwhelming. This presentation will help you organize your needs\, preferences\, and documents to help you navigate the process. Presented by Parent to Parent of NYS. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/residential-process-tips-tricks-and-info/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270309T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270309T130000 DTSTAMP:20260629T134807Z CREATED:20260629T134801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T134807Z UID:6854-1804593600-1804597200@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Transition from Early Intervention to Preschool DESCRIPTION:This joint presentation from Starbridge and the FACE Center will guide participants through the process of transitioning a child from Early Intervention to the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE). Material discussed will help participants understand the transition process\, how to be an active member of the transition team and understand the difference between services in EI and CPSE. Participants will come away from this workshop with a better understanding of what to expect as children transition to preschool special education. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/transition-from-early-intervention-to-preschool-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270414T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270414T130000 DTSTAMP:20260629T135544Z CREATED:20260629T135540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T135544Z UID:6856-1807704000-1807707600@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Supporting Children's Vocabulary Development DESCRIPTION:This is a joint learning session from Starbridge and the FACE Center that will help families foster vocabulary development in young children which in turn helps children with the acquisition of language. Participants will learn how language acquisition supports literacy skills as young children grow and develop in the early and elementary grades and will be introduced to strategies to support the development of vocabulary skills.​ URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/supporting-childrens-vocabulary-development/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T130000 DTSTAMP:20260629T125913Z CREATED:20260629T125910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T125913Z UID:6841-1810036800-1810040400@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Testing Accommodations for Students with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:This joint session offered by Starbridge and the FACE Center was developed to promote the understanding and appropriate use of testing accommodations for students with disabilities. The material is intended to provide information related to the decision-making process and types of testing accommodations\, as well as the documentation of appropriate accommodations on the individualized education program (IEP). URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/testing-accommodations-for-students-with-disabilities-2/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR