Certificates of Attendance
Only those who participate in the live workshop are eligible to receive certificates of attendance. No certificates will be issued for viewing the archived workshops on this page
What Happens when Minnesota Youth with Disabilities Turn 18?
Participants will learn about the changes that take place when a student with a disability turns 18 years old in MN: shift of decision making from parent to student, graduation considerations, and transition action steps.
Part 3 - What’s Next: Parent Action, Accountability, and Resolving Differences
Parents and caregivers will learn the importance of their role, how to voice disagreements or concerns at any time within the process, and how to resolve differences or disagreements. Topics discussed include the importance of the Prior Written Notice (PWN), the dispute resolution processes available to parents, and additional ways to be involved in special education.
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Part 2 - IEP: Access to Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)
Learn how a child is determined to be eligible for special education, the next steps after a finding of eligibility, the required parts of the Individualized Education Program (IEP), and important action steps for parents after receiving an IEP.
2 months ago
Part 1 - IDEA: The Big Picture
Prepare for back to school with this three-part workshop series. Participants will gain an overall understanding of special education, its purpose, and the process. At the end of this presentation, you will understand the big picture of special education, the steps in the process, and how to go about obtaining an educational evaluation.
6 months ago
Housing: What are the options? (Step 3)
A more detailed explanation of individualized housing and service options will be provided by a panel of parents, young adults, and housing providers as they share their journeys through the process. Registration recommended for all three workshops in this Housing: Starting the Journey series (Monday 3/14, Monday 3/28, Monday 4/11). Please register for each session separately.
Resolving Disputes Through the Special Education Process
A webinar with Q&A to help parents increase awareness of your dispute resolution options in the special education process.
6 months ago
Housing: How is it paid for? (Step 2)
Gain a “big picture” view of how housing is funded through federal, state, and county resources. Learn how your son or daughter can become eligible for and access funding. Topics include income supplements and budgets. Registration recommended for all three workshops in this Housing: Starting the Journey series (Monday 3/14, Monday 3/28, Monday 4/11). Please register for each session separately.
Young Adults and Social Security Benefits: What You Need to Know
This workshop will address the following topics:
• The Social Security Administration’s decision-making process
• Tips to submit an effective application
• How benefits change when a child turns 18
• Programs that can continue benefit payments
7 months ago
School Avoidance and Challenging Behaviors: The Role of Special Education and Section 504
This workshop will help parents and others understand the role of Section 504 and Special Education when supporting a child with mental health needs who struggles with school attendance.
7 months ago
Housing: How do we start? (Step 1)
Help your son or daughter get started with their vision for community living, housing, and services. An overview of housing and service options will be provided. Registration recommended for all three workshops in this Housing: Starting the Journey series (Monday 3/14, Monday 3/28, Monday 4/11). Please register for each session separately.
7 months ago
Working Towards Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education
This workshop will provide parents and others with information to help prepare for a positive IEP team approach to supporting a child’s mental health needs in school and during distance learning.
Social Security Disability: Qualifying for Benefits
Join this webinar to learn how the Social Security Administration makes eligibility decisions, what is needed for the application, and a review of the appeal process.
What Next - Parent Action, Accountability, and Resolving Differences
Parents and caregivers will learn the importance of their role in special education, including the importance of the Prior Written Notice, the dispute resolution processes available to parents, and additional ways to be involved in special education. Attendance at all workshops in this series is recommended. One registration will give access to all three workshops in this series (Thurs., 1/13, Thurs., 1/20, and Thurs., 1/27).
IEP - Access to a Free and Appropriate Public Education
Look more deeply at the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and learn how a child is found eligible for special education, next steps, IEP requirements, and parent action steps. Attendance at all workshops in this series is recommended. One registration will give access to all three workshops in this series (Thurs., 1/13, Thurs., 1/20, and Thurs., 1/27).
9 months ago
IDEA - The Big Picture
Attendees will gain an overall understanding of special education, its purpose, and the process. Attendance at all workshops in this series is recommended. One registration will give access to all three workshops in this series (Thurs., 1/13, Thurs., 1/20, and Thurs., 1/27).
9 months ago
Uncovering the Mysteries of VRS and Work
Learn about your rights to services from Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS) and State Services for the Blind (SSB). You will also learn about the Minnesota Disability Law Center’s Client Assistance Project.
9 months ago
Special Education: What Do I Need to Know
Parents will gain an understanding of special education, how to resolve disagreements, and discover the role of parents in the process.
9 months ago
Effective Communication with the IEP Team
Parents will gain tips to become comfortable speaking up to share ideas, ask questions, and voice concerns or objections to what the school is proposing, and overall, building more effective communication skills with your child’s IEP team.
10 months ago
The ABCs of the IEP: Making the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Work for Your Child
This workshop will help parents understand how to use the Individualized Education Program (IEP) to benefit their child. Participants will learn how each required part of the IEP can be developed to meet their child’s needs and how to participate effectively in the annual IEP meeting.
10 months ago
Navigating the Ins and Outs of Community Resources
This workshop for families of transition-age youth and young adults will provide information on the Disability Hub, a free statewide resource network that helps you solve problems, navigate the system, and plan for your future.