Join us for an informative session on students' rights and schools' responsibilities when it comes to restraint and timeout practices. We'll explore how these interventions impact students—particularly those with disabilities—and school staff. The presentation will also cover how families and schools can respond, including potential updates to behavior plans and IEPs. Please note: While we […]
Did you know there is a difference between general discipline procedures and discipline procedures for students who have disabilities? Children who have disabilities have specific rights under state and federal laws when it comes to suspensions and school discipline. This webinar will provide an overview of these rights and the process used for discipline and […]
Join 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.
Join 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.
This Zoom webinar features attorney Jane Gabriele from Legal Assistance of Western New York. She will provide a legal overview of student discipline and suspension, with a focus on the rights of students with disabilities under IDEA, Section 504, and related laws. Designed for families and educators, the training offers practical guidance for navigating and […]
This learning package 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 […]
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 session will help you to understand the transition process and be an active member of the transition team. […]
This session 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). Presented by the Mid-West Family & […]
Fostering vocabulary development helps children with the acquisition of language. Language acquisition supports literacy skills as young children grow and develop. Participants will come away from this session with ways to incorporate language and vocabulary instruction in the home to support their children in the early and elementary grades. Presented by the Mid-West Family and […]
