SPACEs In Action's Early Learning Committee invites AJE families to the Early Learning Series through Zoom for a fun, interactive training on the Birth To Three Act law. Join us for three Thursdays starting September 10, 2020 at 6 pm for an interactive training. We will highlight how fully-funding this law will shape the essential...
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_t5U2cDDDSbOHrzT0msCgUw This training is to help parents, and those who support parents, understand the law around residency in DC. The children of DC residents are able to attend public school in DC at no cost.
WMATA's Travel Training Reboot: A Path Forward In Extraordinary Times Webinar - October 20th This webinar is designed to educate professionals who support people with disabilities through the travel training process. Join us for a discussion with dynamic speakers on innovative and novel practices to resume travel training programs and services in the new normal. About the...
Parent Child Journey's Parenting Children of Color (Discussion Group) - October 21st Connect with other parents to discuss the unique issues in raising children of color with special needs. Host: Jamell White, PhD, LCSW-C Dates: Wednesday, October 21, 2020 Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm (ET) Place: Online via Zoom (Note: All registrants will receive a password-protected zoom link to participate...
Adjusting to a Virtual World: Working During COVID-19 Panel Discussions - October 22nd Join Kennedy Krieger Institute (kennedykrieger.org) for two panel discussions on the employment experiences of individuals with disabilities and direct support professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic. This year marks the 75th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). NDEAM celebrates workers with disabilities...
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The landmark Americans with Disabilities Act was passed over 30 years ago, but challenges for residents still remain. Join our #Take30 virtual chat with local and national experts to discuss local disability protections, COVID-related disability issues, and the future of disability-related advocacy. ASL interpretation will be available. RSVP for virtual event Friday, October 30, 2020 12:00 p.m....
The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Communications and Outreach is hosting a virtual showcase featuring Pattison’s Academy by Laurie VanderPloeg, Director of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services’ Office of Special Education Programs. Deputy Secretary of Education Dr. Mitchell Zais, formerly South Carolina’s State Superintendent of Education, will also be delivering remarks. On Monday,...
Join Pete Wright on Monday, November 2, 2020, at 3 p.m. EST, to learn about Advocating for Students with Dyslexia. This event is sponsored by the International Dyslexia Association and is designed for parents and other adult caregivers of students with dyslexia to help them know how to best navigate the special education process to help their student. Pete...
