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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. -
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. -
Educating Your Child with Mental Health Needs: Special Education and Distance Learning
Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop focuses on the challenges students with mental health needs may experience with distance learning, including hybrid models, and offers strategies for using the IEP to provide support and instruction. -
How Family, School, and Community Partnerships Can Help Black and American Indian Students with Disabilities Succeed
Date: Monday, October 26, 2020 — 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThe achievement gap in Minnesota disproportionately affects Black and American Indian Students, especially those with disabilities. The panelists at this virtual presentation will discuss how to improve the partnerships that exist between schools, families, and communities to help students graduate and meet their post-secondary goals. This webinar is intended for professionals. -
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. -
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. -
Off to College: What to Know Before They Go
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis interactive workshop for families of youth who will attend post-secondary education programs provides essential information about changing rights, roles, and responsibilities, along with practical tips for student success. -
Parent Leadership Training on Educational Advocacy
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2020 — 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThe Parent Leadership Training on Educational Advocacy is being sponsored by the MN Statewide Family Engagement Center. This training is for Minnesota parents, guardians and community members interested in taking a leadership role in their children’s education. Participants will also gain skills needed to advocate for systemic change in regular education. A second shorter session will take place the following week; a specific date will be determined based on availability of applicants. Space is limited. If you are interested in applying for this training, email [email protected] The application deadline is Thursday, October 15.This workshop is full. -
Supplemental Security Income (SSI): First Steps
Date: Thursday, November 5, 2020 — 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop will provide basic information on applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for young adults at age 18. Participants will learn how SSI can help youth meet postsecondary education, training, employment, and independent living goals. -
Tips for IEP Teams to Help Students and Families Prepare for Inclusive Postsecondary Education
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingFamilies of high school students and the professionals who work with them will learn strategies to guide in the selection of transition goals and activities that build the skills needed for college success. -
What Inclusion Means for My Child
Date: Monday, November 16, 2020 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CSTLocation: Online Web StreamingParents of children with disabilities ages 3 to 5 will receive an introduction to Least Restrictive Environment and the principles of inclusion. They will then listen to a panel of parents discuss their experiences with preschool inclusion. Registration will close at 9 a.m. on November 16. Webinar access information will be emailed prior to the event. -
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.
