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Tech for Teens Club : Build a Computer
Date: Saturday, March 25, 2023 — 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM CTLocation: PACER Center - Map and AddressA hands-on workshop where participants learn how to take apart a computer and rebuild it, gaining a better understanding of the inner workings of a computer and how to troubleshoot common issues. -
Evaluation Milestones Across the Lifespan of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2023 — 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingParticipants will learn more about what the Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) evaluation process looks like across the lifespan and what parents and professionals need to know to support it. -
Tech for Teens Club : Intro to Robotics
Date: Saturday, February 25, 2023 — 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CTLocation: PACER Center - Map and AddressParticipants in this in-person Tech for Teens workshop will learn the basics of robotics, including how to assemble a Mbot robot and how to use simple commands to control the Mbot. -
Navigating the Ins and Outs of Government Programs and Community Resources
Date: Thursday, February 23, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop will teach families of transition-age youth and young adults about Disability Hub MN, a free statewide resource network to problem-solve, navigate the system, and plan for the future. -
PACER's Day at the MN Capitol
Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023 — 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM CTThis workshop will train and assist you in working with your legislator for changes impacting children with disabilities. PACER's Day at the Capitol provides participants with information on proposed legislation related to children with disabilities, and tools to share their stories to affect such change. PACER will also assist registrants to schedule in person or online appointments to meet with their legislators following the webinar. -
Video Game Access : Part Three: Switch/Virtual Reality
Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingIn this part three of Video Game Access, you'll learn about devices, software, and accessibility features specific to gaming with Switch/Virtual Reality. -
Video Game Access : Part Two: PS4/PS5
Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingIn this part two of Video Game Access, you'll learn about devices, software, and accessibility features specific to gaming with PS4/PS5. -
Tech for Teens Club : Robotics: The Next Level
Date: Saturday, February 25, 2023 — 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CTLocation: PACER Center - Map and AddressIn this part 2 robotics workshop, participants will learn how to program the robot to do more than basic commands. Attendance of part 1 is not required to attend part 2. -
Strengthen Focus with Tools and Strategies
Date: Monday, March 6, 2023 — 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingFocus is the executive functioning ability to ignore distractions to accomplish a task. Participants will learn about a sampling of tools and strategies that can strengthen focus. -
The Rights and Responsibilities of Students and The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Date: Thursday, March 16, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThe ADA protects persons with disabilities from discrimination and provides equal access and opportunity for participation in education and employment. This training provides information on ADA rights and responsibilities of students who plan to work and/or attend a post-secondary institution following high school graduation. -
Minnesota Statewide Family Engagement Center : Tools and Resources for Students with Dyslexia
Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis workshop will feature tools, apps, and software to support students with dyslexia, from elementary school through college. Tools demonstrated will include text-to-speech, audiobooks, writing support, and notetaking. -
Young Adults and Customized Employment: What You Need to Know
Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 — 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM CTLocation: Online Web StreamingThis training will provide an overview of customized employment and the discovery process. Customized employment is an option for individuals who are significantly impacted by their disability and desire competitive, integrated employment. The presentation will cover the discovery process and how it has led to successful employment outcomes for many Minnesotans. -
Youth Advocacy & Leadership Night
Date: Monday, February 6, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CTLocation: PACER Center - Map and AddressPACER’s Children’s Mental Health Project is excited to partner with the experts in our Simon Technology Center to help you create avatars and share your personal stories in digital format. You will have the opportunity to share these stories with your legislators at PACER’s Day at the Capitol on March 23, 2023. This workshop is intended for youth ages 14-18.
