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March 2021
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Working Toward Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education
Date: Tuesday, March 2, 2021 — 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.Working Toward Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education - Register for this workshop
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Tech for Teens Club : 3D Printing Online
Date: Saturday, March 6, 2021 — 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingIn 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. -
Special Events : Early Childhood Family Leadership Summit
Date: Saturday, March 6, 2021 — 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingParents 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. -
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). -
Lunch and Learn : Sensory Supports for Children
Date: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 — 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop explores what “sensory processing” means and will demonstrate assistive technology to support children's sensory needs when they become overwhelmed. -
Taking Care of Yourself: A Workshop for Parents
Date: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingJoin us for a chat with other parents of children with special health care needs for a reminder of the importance of self-care. -
Educating Your Child with Mental Health Needs: Special Education
Date: Tuesday, March 16, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingChildren 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. -
1, 2, 3, Breathe: Integrative Approaches in Pediatric Pain & Palliative Care
Date: Thursday, March 18, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis 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. -
Working with Culturally or Linguistically Divers Families in EI/ECSE
Date: Friday, March 19, 2021 — 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingCultural 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. -
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). -
Choosing Reading Tools to Match Reading Materials
Date: Tuesday, March 23, 2021 — 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis presentation will introduce you to selecting supportive tools, such as text-to-speech and changing the visual appearance, based on what you are reading. -
Communication with School Staff in the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) Process
Date: Tuesday, March 23, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingFamilies will learn how to effectively communicate this information to their IFSP team members. -
PACER Day at the Minnesota State Capitol
Date: Tuesday, March 23, 2021 — 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingParticipants 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. -
Google Chrome for Students : Part 2: Tools to Manage Time, Focus, and Information
Date: Tuesday, March 30, 2021 — 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis 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. -
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 CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis 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.
April 2021
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Tech for Teens Club : Intro to Coding & Video Games
Date: Saturday, April 3, 2021 — 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingAn 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. -
Getting Ready for Kindergarten: Ways to Support Your Young Child's Learning
Date: Thursday, April 15, 2021 — 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingExplore 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. -
Google Chrome for Students : Part 3: Tools for Notetaking and Writing
Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2021 — 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis 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.
May 2021
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Don’t Forget to Remember: Tools to Support Memory
Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 — 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingMemory 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. -
What's So Special About Turning Three?
Date: Tuesday, May 18, 2021 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingBefore 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.