2024 Student Rights Conference Special Education Course will benefit parents/guardians of school-age children, as well as K-12 educators and attorneys in Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.
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Session 1 – Special Ed. Advocacy Tips: Learning the Language of Special Education, with Renee A. Stromski, Esq. and Ruth Pack-Adler, Esq.
This presentation provides valuable insights into the frameworks of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), as well as effective strategies to collaborate effectively with schools and ensure that their children receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of their rights and roles in the special education process, empowering them to become informed and proactive advocates for their children. Acronym Cheat Sheet.
Session 2 – Walkthrough Sections of the IEP, w/ Danielle E. Randolph, M.Ed, Ed.S., and Coriann Gastol, Esq.
The presenters will delve into the intricacies of Individual Education Programs (IEPs), understanding their purpose, components, and significance in fostering inclusive education for students with diverse needs. They will highlight how an IEP serves as a personalized roadmap for students with disabilities, outlining their unique educational goals, support services, and accommodations. Ohio Timeline for Evaluation and IEP Handout
Session 3 – Negotiation Tips & IEP Team Building, w/ Mark A. Weiker, Esq.
In this workshop, parents learn several core strategies for long term success in negotiating services and supports on an IEP. Team building is also introduced, along with practical advice on raising concerns and addressing disagreements effectively and productively.
Session 4 – Progress Reports & Data-Driven Goals, w/ Danielle E. Randolph, M.Ed, Ed.S., and Megan N. Mitchell, Esq.
In this session, attendees will gain insight into the importance of progress reports and data-driven goals in IEPs, learn strategies for integrating assessments and observations into goal setting and progress monitoring, and understand best practices for aligning goals with student needs and aspirations.
Session 5 – Behavioral & Emotional Supports, w/ Lindsay Sesser, BCBA and Amber Nichols, NCH Mental Health Specialist
Connection and belonging are the key components to a child optimizing academic and personal growth in the school environment. The provision of behavioral and emotional supports ensures that each child can access and benefit from these key components as they engage in their educational journey.
Session 6 – Beyond K-12: Transition & Post-Graduation Planning, w/ Ruth Pack-Adler, Esq. and Megan N. Mitchell, Esq.
In this session you will learn about graduation and diploma options for students as well as transition planning services. With our Roadmap to Successful Transition Planning, you will learn how you can work in conjunction with your child’s school to ensure their transition from K-12 is successful and seamless.
Session 7 – Procedural Rights & Dispute Resolution, w/ Renee A. Stromski, Esq. and Coriann Gastol, Esq.
This presentation focuses on parent procedural rights under IDEA and Section 504, in which attendees will gain insight into how to request and use various free and powerful advocacy tools available through the Department of Education, including IEP meeting facilitation, mediation, state complaints, and due process hearings. Attendees will also learn about their right to informed consent and other procedural safeguards.
Session 8 – Empowering Parents: Panel of Special Education-Focused Organizations, w/ Varying Representatives of Participating Organizations
This session will introduce participants to the varying and multiple organizations that exist to support families of children with disabilities. Representative will be on hand to share the services provided and to answer questions from attendees.
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