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September 2023
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STEAM Rollers : Fall Series Part 2
Date: Saturday, September 23, 2023 — 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM CTLocation: PACER Center - Map and AddressSTEAM Rollers is a science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) tabletop role-playing group (like Dungeons & Dragons) for middle to high school students. Up to 6 participants will immerse in a challenge while taking on the persona of a STEAM professional to solve a related problem. Youth won’t want to miss this fun and immersive experience!This workshop has been canceled. -
Tech for Teens Club : PACER Makerspace Experience
Date: Saturday, September 23, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CTLocation: PACER Center - Map and AddressWe want your feedback! Join Tech for Teens staff on a tour of the new PACER Makerspace. Get a first look at the cutting-edge tools and equipment and help staff plan for 2024. -
What's So Special About Turning Three?
Date: Monday, September 25, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingPrior to age three, every child and family on an IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) goes through a step called transition. Families will learn how to actively participate in the transition from Part C early intervention services to Part B preschool services or other community-based services. -
Beyond Keyboards: Alternative Tools for Controlling Your Computer
Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop will explore different ways to control computers and mobile devices. Demos will range from alternative keyboards and mice to voice control and switch access. -
Understanding Special Education : Part 1: IDEA, the Big Picture
Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingParents are unintentionally at a disadvantage in understanding how the world of special education works. Participants will gain an overall understanding of special education, the steps in the special education process, and how to request an educational evaluation. -
Assistive Technology to Support Elementary Academics
Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 — 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop for parents and educators will showcase a variety of low- and high-tech assistive technology tools to help elementary-aged students with reading, writing, and math. -
Working Towards Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education
Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 — 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis introductory workshop will provide parents and others with information to help understand the special education process, how to prepare for a positive individualized Education Program (IEP) team approach to supporting a child’s mental health needs in school with interventions and supports, and how to navigate IEP team disagreements.Working Towards Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education - Register for this workshop
This workshop is funded in part by a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education. -
Your Role, Your Rights, Your Voice: Understanding Special Education to Support Your Native American Child
Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 — 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingAre you the parent, guardian, or family member of a Native American student in special education? If so, join PACER’s Native American family advocate to deepen your understanding of special education. Attendees will learn about the Individualized Education Program (IEP), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), parent involvement, and how to advocate for your child in their school community. The presentation will be followed by an open Q & A session. -
Gearing Up for Graduation and Beyond
Date: Thursday, September 28, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingAre you a parent or caregiver of a middle or high school student, and unsure about graduation requirements and available resources? Participants of this workshop will learn what questions to ask school staff and tasks to complete with your student. Attendees will receive a set of Graduation Tip Cards.
October 2023
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Understanding Special Education : Part 2: The Individualized Education Program (IEP)
Date: Tuesday, October 3, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingAt the end of this presentation, participants will understand how a child is found eligible for special education, next steps after a finding of eligibility, the required parts of the IEP, and important parent action items after their child receives an IEP. -
Understanding Special Education : Part 3: What’s Next?
Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingParticipants will learn how to voice concerns or disagreements as an equal member of their child’s IEP team, as well as the processes available to resolve conflicts and additional ways to be involved in special education. -
Supplemental Security Income: Qualifying for Benefits
Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023 — 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM CTLocation: Duluth - Map and AddressThis workshop will provide basic information on applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for young adults age 18 and over. Participants will learn about SSI's eligibility criteria and how to submit a successful application. Free parking is available on-site. -
Understanding Pre-Employment Transition Services and Supplemental Security Income
Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CTLocation: Moorhead - Map and AddressThis workshop will provide basic information on Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for young adults. Participants will learn about the importance of early work experience for future success and how SSI benefits can help. -
School Avoidance in Youth With Mental Health Needs
Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023 — 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop will help parents and others learn positive interventions for youth who struggle with school avoidance, anxiety and challenging behaviors, including the role of special education. -
Understanding Pre-Employment Transition Services and Supplemental Security Income
Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CTLocation: Grand Rapids - Map and AddressThis workshop will provide basic information on Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for young adults. Participants will learn about the importance of early work experience for future success and how SSI benefits can help. -
Task and Time Management Tools for K-12 Students
Date: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 — 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingTask and time management can help keep students on track with school. This workshop will explore a variety of tools and strategies to support these skills for K-12 students. -
Tech for Teens Club : Coding Video Games
Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023 — 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CTIn this workhsop, learn what it takes to develop and launch a video game. Participants will then build their own computer game using Scratch. -
Tech for Teens Club : Coding Virtual Reality
Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023 — 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM CTVirtual reality offers unique ways to interact with games and the world around us. In this workshop, Tech for Teens staff will help participants create their own virtual reality experience using coding.
November 2023
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Life Planning Series : Part 1: Special and Supplemental Needs Trusts and ABLE Accounts
Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 — 7:00 PM - 8:30 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. Presented by Roger Strege, CES™, President of Special Needs Planners, Financial Planner, Certified Estate, and Trust Specialist. -
Intro to Assistive Technology: An Overview of Low- to High-Tech Tools
Date: Wednesday, November 8, 2023 — 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop will explore assistive technology (AT) to support the needs of people with disabilities. We will discuss categories of AT, choosing tools to use, and the services of PACER's Simon Technology Center. -
Tech for Teens Club : Build a Computer
Date: Saturday, November 11, 2023 — 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM CTLocation: PACER Center - Map and AddressBuilding a computer can feel overwhelming, join this Tech for Teens workshop to feel more confident in building or fixing a computer. In this workshop, learn about the hardware needed to make a computer work and then put a computer together and see if it will power on! -
Life Planning Series : Part 2: Supported Decision Making and Guardianship
Date: Monday, November 13, 2023 — 7:00 PM - 8:30 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. Presented by Joseph P. Kukla, esq., Thiel, Anderson, Kukla & Gunderson, PLLP. -
Assistive Technology for Reading
Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingLearn about assistive technology to help with all stages of reading. Apps and tools will be shared to help with learning the basics, minimizing the effects of dyslexia, helping with vision impairments, and more. -
Creating an Evaluation Plan for Your Child With Mental Health Needs
Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023 — 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingActively work through the planning process with a sample Evaluation Plan, to learn how the plan is created and the role of parents and the special education team.
December 2023
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Assistive Technology for Writing
Date: Wednesday, December 6, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingLearn about assistive technology to help with a range of writing skill levels. See apps for drafting to revising along with the basics of writing and various digital and voice options. -
Finding Balance: Navigating the Maze of School Stress
Date: Wednesday, December 13, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingSchool can be stressful for many reasons, but stress can be reduced with tools and supports. This workshop focuses on tips, tools, and supports that can help decrease school-based stress and anxiety.