Overview of Special Education for Surrogate Parents
This workshop endeavors to provide a good general overview of special education for volunteers that may not have any experience at all. - Introduction to the IDEA and State Special Education Laws - Introduction to the surrogate parent provisions of state and federal laws - Rights and responsibilities of the surrogate parent - Monitoring and recording student progress - Obtaining and reviewing student records (confidentiality) - IEP: Developing goals and objectives and other sections of the IEP - Special program concerns: Behavior support, Assistive Technology, transition services, and related services - Overview of IDEA and state procedural safeguards - Mediation and other dispute resolution alternatives. If you're a Foster Parent or a Relative raising a child this overview will give you a basic idea of the protections and accommodations the law provides for your child with special needs.
Sign in begins at 8:30 AM. Morning Refreshments will be provided.
COST: $10
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