Developing Strong IEP’s and Working with School Teams Beginning with the End in Mind - Three part MiniSeries Part 1 Developing a Strong IEP Part 2 Working Effectively with Your School Team Part 3 IEP Clinic BUTLER Cosponsored by Heart 2 Heart Parent Support Network, Inc. Family First Site of Butler Memorial Hospital, 216 N. Washington Street, Butler, PA 16001 Part 1 September 29, 6:00-8:30 PM Part 2 October 27, 6:00-8:30 PM Part 3 November 24, 6:00-8:30 PM
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.Registration Deadline 3 days prior to the training date.Mail this registration form to The PEAL Center or Reply by fax 412-281-4408 orE-mail to: Admin@pealcenter.org Use “Mini-Series” as the title of your message Include your name, address, county, phone, e-mail address, school district, parent/educator/other, location and sessions you will attend, and whether you are requesting Act 48 credits.
Implementing Secondary Response to Instruction and Intervention (RTII): Guidelines and Tools October 27, 2009, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM - PaTTAN King of Prussia October 28, 2009, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM - PaTTAN Harrisburg November 3, 2009, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM - PaTTAN Pittsburgh Act 48 Clock Hours. Register on line at www.pattan.net and enter the Registration On-line page. Content Related Information and Questions: Laura Moran at 800-360-7282, ext. 3104 or lmoran@pattan.net General Registration Information and Questions: Lisa Smith at 800-360-7282, ext. 3114 or lsmith@pattan.net
Planning an Inclusive and Collaborative Transition November 1, 2009, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM, Maple Glen Elementary School, Upper Dublin School District, 1581 Fort Washington Avenue, Maple Glen Transition Planning and Vision Building begin in kindergarten! Learn how to devleop a vision for your child's life and how to plan for an inclusive and collaborative transition. This free training workshop open to all parents, teachers, students, and professionals. To register or get more information contact Lindsey Walker at lwalker@paedforall.org or (267) 297-1247
Understanding the Resolution Session - Webinar November 3, 2009, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM Resolution meetings are required to be held within 15 calendar days after a parent has requested a due process hearing. Careful and thoughtful preparation, along with solutions oriented communication, can increase the likelihood that agreements will be reached and early dispute resolution accomplished. This outcome provides benefit to all involved, especially the child. Register on-line at www.pattan.net and enter the Registration On-line page. Content Related Information and Questions: Roni Russell (800)360-7282, ext. 3314 or email rrussell@pattan.net General Registration Information and Questions: Sharon Becker (800)360-7282, ext. 3929 or email sbecker@pattan.net
Create an Electronic Healthcare Notebook - Pittsburgh November 4, 5:30-7:30 PM - Carnegie Library, Oakland November 5, 6:30-8:00 PM - Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Lawrenceville November 17, 6:00-8:00 PM - Allegheny Intermediate Unit, Homestead November 23, 6:00-8:00 PM - Pittsburgh PaTTAN, Harmarville Join us and learn how to create a portable medical summary of your child’s care, services, providers, and progress notes. There must be 5 registrants to hold the session.You will be notified if session is cancelled due to weather or low registration. For more information contact Joan Badger at 412-281-4404 or email her at jbadger@pealcenter.org. Click here for flyer
Call for Art - CONSUMER ART GALLERY - showcasing art from our region. THEME: Bridging Our Communities: Closing the Gaps with Recovery and Resiliency Consumers from Allegheny, Beaver, Greene, Lawrence, and Washington counties November 2nd, 3rd, and 4th ,2009 Pittsburgh Marriott City Center, 112 Washington Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 All forms of artwork will be accepted. Deadline for submissions: September 30, 2009 For details and to submit artwork contact: James Kindler , 412-325-1100, x7757, or jkindler@ahci.org
Parenting Classes for Fall 2009 - ParentWISE Program of Family Services of Western PA September 21 to November 23, 2009 - Each Monday from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, at United Presbyterian Church in New Kensington PA - (Tuition $100.00) Call 724 837-5410 ext 702 to register
Participant Directed Supports, Erie County November 4, 2009. 6:30 PM, - Dr. Gertrude A. Barber National Institute - 100 Barber Place, Erie, To Register: email rsvp@achieva.info or call Kathy Lesko 412-995-5000 x509
AHCI Recovery Conference November 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, 2009, Marriott City Center, Pittsburgh This conference is geared towards children, transition age, adults, and seniors. It will include workshops, art, music, theater, a dinner dance, and a lot of inspired, recovery oriented speakers- including closing comments from Pennsylvania Secretary of Public Welfare Estelle Richman. Registration and information is available at: http://www.ahci.org/html/training/recovery-conference-2009.php <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?PEALCenter/074fc42e73/ed0e3a906a/cb48b06b0a>
Making the Connection: How information gathered in an FBA influences the development of a PBSP The two-day series will focus on gathering and analyzing data for functional behavioral assessments as well as how school teams will create and implement a positive behavior support plan. Act 48 Hours, BACB, Psych Gathering the Data: How to complete a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) October 21, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM - PaTTAN-Harrisburg November 4, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM - PaTTAN-Pittsburgh November 10, 2009 -9:00 AM - 3:30 PM - PaTTAN-King of Prussia Using the Data: Utilizing information from the FBA to write a Positive Behavior Support Plan (Day 2) October 22, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM - PaTTAN-Harrisburg November 5, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM -PaTTAN-Pittsburgh November 11, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM - PaTTAN-King of Prussia Register at: www.pattan.net and enter the Registration On-line page. Content Related Information and Questions: Carrie Frohnapfel at 800-446-5607 x6854 or cfrohnapfel@pattan.net General Registration Information and Questions: Pittsburgh - Patty Panuccio at 800-446-5607 x6841 or ppanuccio@pattan.net, Harrisburg - Gwen Long at 800-360-7282 x3330 or glong@pattan.net, King of Prussia - Dana Colson at 800-441-3215 x7266 or dcolson@pattan.net
Moving Forward: Transition Conference for Youth in Southeastern Pennsylvania Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Check In/Breakfast 9:00 AMHoliday Inn, 432 Pennsylvania Avenue, Fort Washington, PA 19034. Conference will include:Breakfast Buffet, Lunch, Plenary Session. Choice of 3 Interactive Workshops, Meet and Greet Reception. Registration is required. To register, go to www.drnpa.org. For questions concerning registration, contact Robin Rasco at 215-238-8070 ext. 203 (voice), 215-789-2498 (TTY), or drn-phila@drnpa.org.
A Workshop for Early Intervention Families November 7, 2009, 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM, at Department of Human Services Building, 1, Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh The intent of this workshop is to empower families, whose children, age birth through 5, receive Early Intervention Services. All workshop leaders are family members raising children with special needs. New family workshop leaders are always welcome. Families who participate in “EI Families” are eligible to become family workshop leaders. Continental breakfast and lunch will be served. Please RSVP no later that 1 week prior to workshop to Stephanie Scanlon at412-325-4278 or Julie Hladio at 412-885-6000 ext. 3136
LEECHBURG Sponsored by Kiski Area High School -Kiski Area High School, Hyde Park Road, Leechburg November 9, 2009 6:30-8:30 PM - Part 1 Developing a Strong IEP November 16, 2009 6:30-8:30 PM - Part 2 Working Effectively with Your School Team All are welcome and encouraged to attend. You need not be a Kiski Area School District resident to participate. Act 48 hours will be awarded to all Kiski Area School District and Westmoreland Intermediate Unit staff in attendance. Registration is recommended. Please contact: Mrs. Sharon E. Rupert, Supervisor of Special Education, 724-842-0452, srupert@wiu.k12.pa.us
CHADD Parent to Parent: Family Training on AD/HD September 23 to November 11, 2009 -Each Wednesday from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the FSWP Office at 211 Huff Avenue in Greensburg PA - Tuition $100.00 Call 724 837-5410 ext 702 to register
Supporting Inclusive Practices: The Role of the Administrator November 11, 2009, 9:00 A.M. - 3:15 P.M. - PaTTAN King of Prussia November 11, 2009, 9:00 A.M. - 3:15 P.M. - PaTTAN Pittsburgh November 13, 2009, 9:00 A.M. - 3:15 P.M. - PaTTAN Harrisburg Credit: Act 48. Register on-line at: www.pattan.net <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?PEALCenter/074fc42e73/ed0e3a906a/83f9184d5d> and enter the Registration On-line page. Content Related Information and Questions:PaTTAN Pittsburgh, contact Ann Hinkson-Herrmann, 800-446-5607, extension 2339 or ahinkson-herrmann@pattan.net General Registration Information and Questions:PaTTAN Harrisburg, contact Wendy Weary, 800-360-7282, extension 3707 or wweary@pattan.net PaTTAN King of Prussia, contact Dana Colson, 800-441-3215, extension 7266 or dcolson@pattan.netPa TTAN Pittsburgh, contact Patty Panuccio, 800-446-5607, extension 6841 or ppanuccio@pattan.net
HEARING for Children 101-- A workshop for parents of children with Hearing Loss November 14, 2009 - 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Rangos Conference Center,Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, One Children's Hospital Drive 4401 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15224 Registration Fee: $15 per person or $20 per family of 2 adults. All registrants will receive a light breakfast and boxed lunch. For more information contact: Danielle Vaughn, 412-692-5466, Email: danielle.vaughn@chp.edu
Baby and Parent Group Education and support for parents of babies with hearing loss Wednesdays, 9:30 - 11:30 am, DePaul School for Hearing and Speech,6202 Alder Street · Pittsburgh, PA 15206 November 11, December 9 The Baby and Parent Group is provided free of charge by the DePaul School for Hearing and Speech for all parents of babies with hearing loss. Bring your baby to the workshop and connect with professionals with expertise working with babies with hearing loss. Childcare is available for siblings ages 2 - 5. Please contact Lillian Lippencott with questions or RSVP and let us know if childcare is needed: 412-924-1012 or ll@depaulinst.com ·412-924-1012 PH · http://www.speakmiracles.org
Transition & Career Assessment: Looking at the Whole Student - 2009-2010 PA Transition Community of Practice Videoconference Series This three-part interactive series will provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to utilize a meaningful, coordinate assessment process for youth and young adults with disabilities. Individuals who participate in this series will be required to engage in homework/ practice activities between the three training sessions; these activities will be facilitated by active participation (posting) in a "Ning" (social networking tool). Please note, lunch will not be provided. All videoconferences will take place from 9:00 AM - 1:15 PM PaTTAN Offices in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and King of Prussia, and targeted Intermediate Unit Sites across PA. Act 48 Clock Hours, CRCC November 12, 2009 - Past Practices and Current Trends (November 12 Session CANCELLED) January 20, 2010 - Interpretation, Utilization, and Synthesis March 23, 2010 - Working with the Interagency Team to Integrate Assessment Results for Transition Planning Register at www.pattan.net and enter the Registration On-line page. Content Related Questions: > Michael Stoehr at 412-826-6864 or mstoehr@pattan.net General Registration Questions: Distance Learning at dlc@pattan.net or 412-826-68
2009 Pennsylvania Education Finance Symposium November 12, 2009,9:00 AM o- 3:45 PM Registration Opens at 8:00 a.m. Wildwood Conference Center, Harrisburg Area Community College Register at http://www.eplc.org/financesymposium_registration.html.
Free Health Fare - Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:30 - 8:30 PM Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV, 453 Maple Street, Grove City, PA 16127 Learn more about the resources in Mercer, Lawrence, Butler and Venango County community which can help children or youth with special physical, mental, or behavioral health care needs achieve their full potential. For Parents and Caregivers and Doctors and Nurses Organized by PA Medial Home Initiative and parents of Mercer County. www.pamedicalhome.org Behavior Change is a Family Affair - Sponsored by the PEAL Center Saturday, November 14, 2009, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM - Maennerchor Club – Erie Positive Behavior Support Strategies to Support Children with Challenging Behavior, Kiki McGough, Parent and Educator. We all have challenging days! This interactive session will highlight effective strategies to promote family school partnerships to support students with challenging behavior. REGISTRATION INFORMATION AVAILABLE IN AUGUST. effective strategies to promote family school partnerships to support students with challenging behavior. REGISTRATION INFORMATION AVAILABLE IN AUGUST.
De-escalation Techniques - David Listorti/Menas Zannikos (Supervisors for MASD) November 17, 2009, 3:45 PM-5:15 PM - Founder’s Hall Library 3600 O’Neil Blvd, McKeesport RSVP to Ps. Patty Tkacik, Director of Special Education for MASD, 412-664-3622 or PTkacik@mckasd.net
2009 PAR Solutions Conference: Stewardship in Action November 17-19, 2009 - Harrisburg Hilton, Harrisburg. (Pennsylvania Association of Resources) PAR's Annual Solutions Conference provides an information-packed experience for providers, consumers and families, self-advocates and advocates, government
OCDEL Open Discussion with Harriet Dichter The Office of Child Development and Early Learning will be hosting Open Discussion with Harriet Dichter, Deputy Secretary, Office of Child Development & Early Learning, throughout Pennsylvania in the months of October and November. Those members of the early childhood education community are invited to attend. November 13, 2009, 10:00 to 11:30 Scanton location TBA (Lackawanna County) November 19, 2009, 9:30 to 11:00 at Harrisburg PaTTAN (Dauphin County) November 20, 2009, 8:30 to 10:00 Smethport location TBA (McKean County) RSVP by sending an email to RA-dpwocdnet@state.pa.us. Please note the day and location of the meeting you wish to attend in the Subject line of your email.
Heart 2 Heart Parent Support Network, Inc. Autism Support Meeting November 14, 2009, 5:00 -:700 PM, 1341 Liberty Street, Franklin, PA (Inside St. Anthony's Point) This event is open to all parents who want a say in the type of support and services they would like to see in our area for their families. For more information visit www.heart2heartpsn.org or call 814-516-6484.
STATEWIDE STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR EMPLOYMENT FOCUS GROUPS! Are you interested in employment for ALL Pennsylvanians with disabilities? The Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare has received a “Comprehensive Medicaid Infrastructure Grant” (MIG) from the Center for Medicare / Medicaid Services (CMS) to address employment for persons with disabilities. Developing a comprehensive strategic plan that sets the course for increased employment opportunities is a critical requirement of the MIG. Come out and let your voice be heard! Available dates and locations are listed below. Facilitated by Shauna Roman, M.S. and Diane Kehoe (Networks for Training and Development, Inc.) Light refreshments will be served. November 6, 2009, 1:30 - 3:30 PM - Williamsport The Historic Genetti Hotel, 200 W. 4th St., Williamsport, PA 17701- 800) 321-1388 November 17, 2009, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM - Wilkes-Barre/Scranton John Heinz Institute, 150 Mundy St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 - (570) 826-3800 - Saturday November 18, 2009, 3:30 – 5:30 PM -Pittsburgh Westin Hotel, 1000 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222, (412) 281-3700 (at the TASH Conference!) November 20, 2009, 11/20/09, 2:00 - 4:00 PM - Edinboro/Erie Edinboro University, Pogue University Center Multipurpose Rm., 1st floor,405 Scotland Rd., Edinboro, PA 16444, 814) 732-2842 November 21, 2009, 1:30 – 3:30 PM - State College The Penn Stater, 215 Innovation Blvd., State College, PA 16803 - 814) 863-5084 - - Saturday Register now! Email registrar@networksfortraining.org or 1.866.683.3651 (toll free) When registering, please let us know of any accommodations you may require! If you are unable to attend in person, contact us on how to participate remotely! FUNDING PROVIDED BY THE MEDICAID INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT (MIG), CFDA# 93.768.
Free Networking Fair 2009 - Disability Advocacy Support Hub (DASH) November 18, 2009 --9:45 AM -3:30 PM, Pennsylvania Department of Education, 333 Market Street, Harrisburg Who is Invited? DASH is looking for grassroots disability advocacy groups to join this Networking Fair The Fair will be an opportunity for disability advocacy groups from across Pennsylvania to come together to share ideas, get resources and learn new ways to work together to advocate for better lives for people with disabilities and their families. The upcoming fair will feature: Estelle Richman, Secretary of the Department of Public Welfare, Keynote speaker, training on coalition building and networking, regional round table discussions, a panel discussion on “successes and challenges” encountered in our advocacy, and a poster session and/or resource table to present your group and learn about others. Space is limited. There is no charge for attending the Fair. Lunch will be provided. Groups are responsible for their own travel expenses. Limited travel scholarships are available. For more information: 1-800-692-7443 x31, ldo@drnpa.org
TASH 2009 Conference - If Not Us, Who? If Not Now! When? November 18-21, 2009, David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh, PA Keynotes: Al Condeluci, "Building Community From the Inside Out – Understanding Cultural and Social Capital" and Keith Jones, "The Now and Forever: Bridging the Theory and Practice of Inclusion" TASH People of Color Initiative: Working with the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, TASH enters the second year of the People of Color Initiative to provide individuals of color with disabilities and their family members enhanced access to the resources of various disability human rights organizations. TASH believes that the full inclusion of people of color in national disability rights organizations is a crucial step in working to bridge the disparities faced by this population. TASH will provide twenty scholarships to individuals of color with a disability and their family from the Pittsburgh area to attend the 2009 TASH Conference. Twenty scholarships are also available for local individuals and families to attend The Arc conference to be held in Pittsburgh from November 11-14th, 2009. For more information, including application materials, contact Haley at HKimmet@TASH.org or (202) 540-9015. Scholarships for Parents of Young Children: The PA Office of Child Development and Early Learning is offering scholarships for families from Pennsylvania with children receiving Early Intervention age birth through five. Please recommend interested families to Mary Staley, mstaley@tash.org, or 570-387-6340. Educators: The TASH Conference is a great opportunity for school districts from around the United States to make use of American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds for professional development of administrators, teachers and resource staff. Clck here for more information about ARRA. http://www.tash.org/2009tash/index.htmhttp://www.tash.org
Planning an Inclusive and Collaborative Transition November 14, 2009 - 1030 AM - 1:30 PM - Maple Glen Elementary School, Upper Dublin School District, 1581 Fort Washington Avenue, Maple Glen Transition Planning and Vision Building begin in kindergarten! Learn how to devlop a vision for your child's life and how to plan for an inclusive and collaborative transition. Join us for this free training workshop open to all parents, teachers, students, and professionals. Please register or get more information by contacting Lindsey Walker at lwalker@paedforall.org or (267) 297-124
Consolidate, Unify, Strengthen to Survive! Free Networking Fair 2009 November 18, 2009 , 9:45 AM - 3:30 PM, PA Department of Education, 33 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17126 DASH is looking for grassroots disability advocacy groups for a Networking Fair. This Fair will be an opportunity for disability advocacy groups from across Pennsylvania to come together to share ideas, get resources and learn new ways to work together to advocate for better lives for people with disabilities and their families. The upcoming fair will feature: Estelle Richman, Secretary of the Department of Public Welfare, Keynote speaker, Space is limited. There is no charge for attending the Fair. Lunch will be provided. Groups are responsible for their own travel expenses. Limited travel scholarships are available. For more information, contact Lan Do at 1-800-692-7443 x312 or ldo@drnpa.org
Helping Children Deal with Grief and Loss November 20, 2009 from 2:00 PM ‐ 4:00 PM, Westmoreland County Community College, New Kensington Education Center, 1150 Fifth Ave. New Kensington, PA, Rooms 132 and 133 Please R.S.V.P. to Julie Cawoski, 723-837-5410 ext. 701, E-mail: cawoskij@fswp.org
Western Pennsylvania Autism Fitness Initiative Friday, November 20, 2009, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Regional Learning Alliance, Cranberry, PA Featuring: Eric Chessen, MS, YCS and Founder of Autism Fitness Continuing Education Credits. A maximum of 5.5 credits (5.5 contact hours) will be awarded upon successful completion of the conference for the following: AOTA Occupational Therapy, PA EDUCATORS ACT 48, SOCIAL WORKERS, SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY (ASHA) Learning Objectives: To increase awareness of physical deficits and needs of young individuals with ASD, Understanding of the importance of fitness for all populations, How fitness effects other areas of development, Basic understanding of exercise protocols for the young autism population Click here to register online! Family Member/Individual $45, Professional w/CEU's $65, Person w/ASD $25 Contact ABOARD, 35 Wilson Street, Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15223 412.781.4116 or 800.827.9385, info@aboard.orgwww.aboard.org
Special Education Advocacy Training presented by The Arc of Philadelphia For details and full brochure: http://www.arcpddc.org/Special_Education_Advocacy_Training.pdf The Arc of Philadelphia, 2350 West Westmoreland St., Philadelphia, PA 19140 Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM; registration at 8:30 am November 21, 2009 - Special Education - Rules of the Game Sharon Gaskins, Deputy Education Officer to the Mayor of Philadelphia Learn the rules so you can understand the power behind the law. A comprehensive overview ... December 5, 2009 - Advocacy Techniques - Basic to Advanced Learn what to ask for, effective communication, negotiation techniques, December 19, 2009 - Proactive IEP Meeting Preparation Education needs, measurable goals, SDI, roles, related services, progress monitoring January 9, 2010 - Evaluations 1: Academic/Cognitive How to read, compare, and use evaluations; Bell Curve, PTE, CBA, functional evaluations, January 23, 2010 -Evaluations II: Related Services Identify educationally based needs, define levels of services, types of evaluations and their use ... February 6, 2010 - Research Based Educational Programming February 20, 2010 -Transition Planning, Mapping Services & Outcomes March 6, 2010 -Extended School Year & Mock IEP - What to Say When I Hear ... March 20, 2010 - Special Education Issues April 10, 2010 - Behaviors - ABC...Z April 24, 2010 - Autism Case Management A Person Centered, Developmental Approach May 1, 2010 - Board Certification - Establishing Yourself as an Advocate For more information contact Donna Bouclier at 215-229-4550 ext. 112 or email DonnaS@arcpddc.org For brochure: http://www.arcpddc.org/Special_Education_Advocacy_Training.pdf