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March 2023
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Young Adults and Customized Employment: What You Need to Know
Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 — 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis training will provide an overview of customized employment and the discovery process. Customized employment is an option for individuals who are significantly impacted by their disability and desire competitive, integrated employment. The presentation will cover the discovery process and how it has led to successful employment outcomes for many Minnesotans. -
Accessible Smart Homes: A Review of Environmental Assistive Technology
Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 — 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop explores devices and apps that can help turn your home into a Smart Home and be more accessible. -
Proactive Crisis Planning for Children with Mental Health Challenges : Live Q&A Session
Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 — 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingView a recording of the Proactive Crisis Planning for Children with Mental Health Challenges workshop, then join us for a live Q&A session with a PACER Center children’s mental health specialist. -
Proactive Crisis Planning for Children with Mental Health Challenges : Live Q&A Session
Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 — 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingView a recording of the Proactive Crisis Planning for Children with Mental Health Challenges workshop, then join us for a live Q&A session with a PACER Center children’s mental health specialist. -
School Discipline and Students with Disabilities: A Conversation About Suspensions, Expulsions, and Manifestation Determinations
Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023 — 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM CTPACER Center welcomes you to a community conversation about school discipline and students with disabilities. The Minnesota Disability Law Center will co-host and lead this important conversation and share strategies for working with your child’s school on discipline issues. We invite you to come with your questions, concerns, and experiences.School Discipline and Students with Disabilities: A Conversation About Suspensions, Expulsions, and Manifestation Determinations - Register for this workshop
Co-sponsored by the Minnesota Disability Law Center
April 2023
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Keys to Job Success: Tools to Support Executive Function at Work
Date: Wednesday, April 5, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM CTThis workshop will explore technology to support executive function skills at work, including managing time, staying organized, completing tasks, and maintaining focus using devices and mobile apps. -
Housing – Starting the Journey : Step One – How Do We Start?
Date: Monday, April 10, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingParents who attend this workshop will gain information to help their young adults develop 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 series. Register for each session separately. -
Living, Learning, and Working After High School
Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 — 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingJoin PACER’s free transition-to-adulthood mini-conference series for Minnesota parents of young adults with disabilities. Hear from community experts and PACER transition specialists on a variety of topics. Plus, ask questions and connect virtually with other parents! -
A Review of Apple Accessibility Features
Date: Wednesday, April 19, 2023 — 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingParticipants in this workshop will review of Apple accessibility features, both established and newly added iOS 16 and macOS Ventura features. -
Effective Communication With the IEP Team
Date: Thursday, April 20, 2023 — 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop for parents who are familiar with the special education process will teach communication strategies to help you advocate for your child at IEP team meetings, with a goal of helping shape your child’s special education services and supports. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A segment. -
Tech for Teens Club : Wind Energy Part 1
Date: Saturday, April 22, 2023 — 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CTParticipants will learn about the science behind this renewable energy source, and then get hands-on with building different types of wind turbines. This workshop is a great opportunity to learn about the potential of wind power. -
Tech for Teens Club : Wind Energy Part 2
Date: Saturday, April 22, 2023 — 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CTParticipants in Part 2 will learn how to harness the wind to generate electricity. During the workshop, they will select a wind turbine design, and then build a model that will generate electricity. -
Housing – Starting the Journey : Step Two – How Is It Paid For?
Date: Monday, April 24, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingParticipants will gain a “big picture” view of how housing is funded through federal, state, and county resources, including how their young adult can become eligible for, and access, funding. Topics include income supplements and budgets. Registration recommended for all three workshops in this series. Register for each session separately. -
Resolving Disputes Through the Special Education Process
Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023 — 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis webinar with a Q&A will help increase your awareness of dispute resolution options in the special education process.
May 2023
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Life Planning Series : Part 1 – Special and Supplemental Needs Trusts and ABLE Accounts
Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop will focus on power of attorney, health care directives, maintaining eligibility for government benefits, special and supplemental needs trusts, and ABLE Accounts. -
Tech for Teens Club : May the Force Be With You: Star Wars Lightsabers
Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023 — 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingParticipants in this virtual workshop will celebrate Star Wars by creating their very own lightsabers using paper circuits and LED lights. Register by April 21 to ensure you’ll receive workshop supplies in time. -
Tech for Teens Club : May the Force Be With You: Build R2D2
Date: Saturday, May 6, 2023 — 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM CTLocation: PACER Center - Map and AddressIn celebration of Star Wars Day, participants will build R2D2! This in-person activity involves building a controllable R2D2 robot, learning about engineering, 3D printing, and coding. -
Housing – Starting the Journey : Step Three – What Are the Options?
Date: Monday, May 8, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingParticipants will hear a more detailed explanation of individualized housing and service options from 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 series. Register for each session separately. -
Life Planning Series : Part 2 – Supported Decision-making and Guardianship
Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop will address the consideration and purpose of supported decision-making and guardianship, with a focus on the details of the legal procedures and a discussion about both short and long-term planning. -
Build a Sensory Space: DIY Options to Create a Sensory Room
Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 — 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM CTIn this workshop, presenters will demonstrate easy DIY options that can be used to create sensory rooms or spaces. -
Choosing Reading Tools to Match Reading Material
Date: Monday, May 15, 2023 — 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingReading can be challenging for many with reading disabilities and visual impairments. In this workshop, presenters will introduce how to match reading tools to the type of reading material. Tools include auditory and visual modifications. -
Tech for Mental Health: The Latest Tools and Resources
Date: Wednesday, May 24, 2023 — 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM CTThis workshop will discuss various tools and strategies for using technology to improve mental health and promote positive mental health practices.
June 2023
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Assistive Technology Supports for Math
Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 — 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingParticipants in this workshop will learn about math tools that can help build math skills for all skill levels. -
Tech for Teens Club : Web Development Part 1 – HTML and CSS
Date: Saturday, June 24, 2023 — 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CTIn this STEM workshop, participants will learn the basics of website development and craft their own webpage using HTML and CSS. This event has been rescheduled from June 17. -
Tech for Teens Club : Web Development Part 2 – JavaScript
Date: Saturday, June 24, 2023 — 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CTIn part 2 of this STEM workshop for teens, participants will learn more advanced website development skills and tools including learning to code JavaScript. This event has been rescheduled from June 17.