Workshops and Live Stream Events

March 2021

• see the flyer for Working Toward Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education

  Working Toward Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education

  Date: Tuesday, March 2, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  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.
  Working Toward Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education - Register for this workshop

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  Co-sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Education
• see the flyer for 3D Printing Online

  Tech for Teens Club : 3D Printing Online

  Date: Saturday, March 6, 2021 — 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  In this Zoom Webinar Tech for Teens, we’ll be learning how to create a 3D model using Tinkercad online software. Then we’ll learn about what public resources are available for printing your own 3D models.
  3D Printing Online - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for Early Childhood Family Leadership Summit

  Special Events : Early Childhood Family Leadership Summit

  Date: Saturday, March 6, 2021 — 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  Parents of children ages birth to seven with developmental delays or disabilities will learn how to make their voices heard and enhance their knowledge of the early childhood special education process. To apply, you must be the parent of a child who is an infant to 7 years old and currently receiving special education services on an IFSP or IEP. You must attend both sessions to participate. Training will take place on Saturday, March 6 and Saturday, March 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Applications will be accepted through Thursday, February 25.
  This workshop is full.
• see the flyer for How is it paid for? (Step 2)

  Housing: Starting the Journey : How is it paid for? (Step 2)

  Date: Monday, March 8, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  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 2/22, Monday 3/8, Monday 3/22).
  How is it paid for? (Step 2) - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for Sensory Supports for Children

  Lunch and Learn : Sensory Supports for Children

  Date: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 — 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  This workshop explores what “sensory processing” means and will demonstrate assistive technology to support children's sensory needs when they become overwhelmed.
  Sensory Supports for Children - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for Taking Care of Yourself: A Workshop for Parents

  Taking Care of Yourself: A Workshop for Parents

  Date: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  Join us for a chat with other parents of children with special health care needs for a reminder of the importance of self-care.
  Taking Care of Yourself: A Workshop for Parents - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for Educating Your Child with Mental Health Needs: Special Education

  Educating Your Child with Mental Health Needs: Special Education

  Date: Tuesday, March 16, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  Children with mental health needs may experience challenges with transitioning between multiple learning models, including in-person, and distance or hybrid learning. This workshop offers strategies for using the IEP to provide support.
  Educating Your Child with Mental Health Needs: Special Education - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for 1, 2, 3, Breathe: Integrative Approaches in Pediatric Pain & Palliative Care

  1, 2, 3, Breathe: Integrative Approaches in Pediatric Pain & Palliative Care

  Date: Thursday, March 18, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  This presentation addresses the merging of integrative medicine with the care given to children with life-limiting illness and complex chronic disease, including a focus on four key skills used by pediatric health care professionals.
  1, 2, 3, Breathe: Integrative Approaches in Pediatric Pain & Palliative Care - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for Working with Culturally or Linguistically Divers Families in EI/ECSE

  Working with Culturally or Linguistically Divers Families in EI/ECSE

  Date: Friday, March 19, 2021 — 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  Cultural liaisons and language interpreters will learn strategies to enhance communication between families and the school staff during Individualized FamilyService Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings for children ages birth to five.
  Working with Culturally or Linguistically Divers Families in EI/ECSE - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for Koding with Kodu

  Tech for Girls Club : Koding with Kodu

  Date: Saturday, March 20, 2021 — 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  Come 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.
  Koding with Kodu - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for What are the options? (Step 3)

  Housing: Starting the Journey : What are the options? (Step 3)

  Date: Monday, March 22, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  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 2/22, Monday 3/8, Monday 3/22).
  What are the options? (Step 3) - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for Choosing Reading Tools to Match Reading Materials

  Choosing Reading Tools to Match Reading Materials

  Date: Tuesday, March 23, 2021 — 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  This presentation will introduce you to selecting supportive tools, such as text-to-speech and changing the visual appearance, based on what you are reading.
  Choosing Reading Tools to Match Reading Materials - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for Communication with School Staff in the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) Process

  Communication with School Staff in the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) Process

  Date: Tuesday, March 23, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  Families will learn how to effectively communicate this information to their IFSP team members.
  Communication with School Staff in the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) Process - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for PACER Day at the Minnesota State Capitol

  PACER Day at the Minnesota State Capitol

  Date: Tuesday, March 23, 2021 — 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  Participants will receive information on any proposed legislation related to children with disabilities and assistance for sharing their personal story with policymakers. PACER will work with registrants to schedule Zoom appointments for them to meet with their legislators following the webinar. Attendees must register by Tuesday, March 16 to have a meeting scheduled on their behalf with their legislator on Tuesday, March 23.
  PACER Day at the Minnesota State Capitol - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for Part 2: Tools to Manage Time, Focus, and Information

  Google Chrome for Students : Part 2: Tools to Manage Time, Focus, and Information

  Date: Tuesday, March 30, 2021 — 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  This workshop will explore Google tools to help students manage time, maintain focus, and organize information. This session will be helpful for students in middle school through college.
  Part 2: Tools to Manage Time, Focus, and Information - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for The ABCs of the IEP: Making the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Work for Your Child

  The ABCs of the IEP: Making the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Work for Your Child

  Date: Tuesday, March 30, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  This workshop will help parents understand how to use the Individualized Education Program (IEP) to benefit their child and how to participate effectively in the annual IEP meeting.
  The ABCs of the IEP: Making the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Work for Your Child - Register for this workshop

April 2021

• see the flyer for Intro to Coding & Video Games

  Tech for Teens Club : Intro to Coding & Video Games

  Date: Saturday, April 3, 2021 — 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  An introduction to the fundamentals of coding. Teens will create interactive games and stories while developing basic programming skills. This workshop is designed for teens with all levels of coding experience.
  Intro to Coding & Video Games - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for Getting Ready for Kindergarten: Ways to Support Your Young Child's Learning

  Getting Ready for Kindergarten: Ways to Support Your Young Child's Learning

  Date: Thursday, April 15, 2021 — 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  Explore tools to use with your young child to get them ready for Kindergarten and school success. This webinar is designed for all families and professionals, including children with disabilities.
  Getting Ready for Kindergarten: Ways to Support Your Young Child's Learning - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for Part 3: Tools for Notetaking and Writing

  Google Chrome for Students : Part 3: Tools for Notetaking and Writing

  Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2021 — 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  This session will explore Google tools for taking notes, using dictation, and writing school papers. This workshop will be helpful for students in middle school through college.
  Part 3: Tools for Notetaking and Writing - Register for this workshop

May 2021

• see the flyer for Don’t Forget to Remember: Tools to Support Memory

  Don’t Forget to Remember: Tools to Support Memory

  Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 — 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  Memory is a helpful, and sometimes challenging, executive (thinking) function for increasing independence. Learn about a variety of apps, programs, devices, and strategies to help remember instructions, tasks, appointments, and more.
  Don’t Forget to Remember: Tools to Support Memory - Register for this workshop
• see the flyer for What's So Special About Turning Three?

  What's So Special About Turning Three?

  Date: Tuesday, May 18, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CST
  Location: Online Web Streaming
  Before their child’s third birthday, families on IFSPs will learn how to actively participate in the transition from Early Intervention Services to Preschool Special Education services or other community-based services.
  What's So Special About Turning Three? - Register for this workshop