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December 2020
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Tech for Girls Club : Coding a Story
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2020 — 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingIn this virtual workshop, middle school girls of all abilities will create their own story and use Scratch, an online coding program, to code scenes and animate characters. Zoom access links for this workshop will be emailed to participants the week of the virtual meeting.This workshop is full. -
Focus on Wellness: Apps to Support Mental Health for All Ages
Date: Tuesday, December 8, 2020 — 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis virtual workshop will offer a one-hour overview of a variety of mobile apps that can support wellness for individuals of all ages. -
Working Toward Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education
Date: Thursday, December 10, 2020 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis 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.
January 2021
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It’s About Time! Tools to Support Time Management for All Ages
Date: Wednesday, January 13, 2021 — 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis one-hour virtual workshop from PACER’s Simon Technology Center will provide a quick introduction to a variety of tools that support time management, such as clocks, timers, and alarms. Apps and devices will be demonstrated that are appropriate for young children, teens, and adults. -
Workplace Accommodations for Transition-Age Youth
Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2021 — 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis PACER webinar will focus on workplace accommodations, including what counts as an accommodation, how to ask for one, when an employer can ask for more information, and what to do if an employer says no.Workplace Accommodations for Transition-Age Youth - Register for this workshop
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Tech for Girls Club : Mad Scientist: Chemistry Experiments
Date: Saturday, January 30, 2021 — 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingJoin us to conduct experiments using common household items! In this workshop, girls will learn about the scientific method and make hypotheses about what happens when you mix certain items together. Girls will also make a rainbow using milk and create their own slime! Zoom access links for this workshop will be emailed to participants the week of the virtual meeting.
February 2021
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How Parents Can Effectively Communicate with the IEP Team
Date: Thursday, February 11, 2021 — 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingAre you effective when advocating for your child at IEP team meetings? Are you able to ask clarifying questions or speak up if you disagree with what the school is proposing? This interactive workshop will help parents build more effective communication skills with their child’s IEP team. -
Tech for Girls Club : Code a Ping Pong Game
Date: Saturday, February 20, 2021 — 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingIn this virtual Tech for Girls workshop, participants will use Scratch to code their own ping pong game. Girls will learn how to code sounds, movement and point scoring to their game. No coding experience required. Zoom access links for this workshop will be emailed to participants the week of the virtual meeting. -
Housing: Starting the Journey : How do we start? (Step 1)
Date: Monday, February 22, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingHelp 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 2/22, Monday 3/8 , Monday 3/22).
March 2021
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Housing: Starting the Journey : How is it paid for? (Step 2)
Date: Monday, March 8, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingGain 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 2/22, Monday 3/8, Monday 3/22). -
Tech for Girls Club : Koding with Kodu
Date: Saturday, March 20, 2021 — 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingCome learn how to code with Kodu, a visual programming language created by Microsoft. Middle school girls with disabilities will use their coding skills to create their own game! Kodu is designed to be accessible for children and enjoyable for anyone. Zoom access links for this workshop will be emailed to participants the week of the virtual meeting. -
Housing: Starting the Journey : What are the options? (Step 3)
Date: Monday, March 22, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingA 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 2/22, Monday 3/8, Monday 3/22).