December 2011
December 7, 2011 4:00pm-7:00pm	Record Keeping Come and learn about ways to manage and organize child’s records and information. You will receive a record keeping binder with applicable inserts and materials. Location: Alamo Navajo Early Childhood Center – Alamo Navajo, NM. Contact is Charis Broaddus or Cecelia Pino at 575-854-2543 ext 1500.
December 8, 2011 9:00am-12:00pm	IEP Process Come and learn about the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and the content of the Plan. Who needs to be at the meeting, timelines, IEE, Present Levels of Performances, Goals and Objectives and follow up. Location: Pine Hill Dorm – Pine Hill, NM Local contact: Margaret Tolth at 505- 775-3263.
December 9, 2011 9:00am-12:00pm	Positive Directions - FBAs/BIPs To register, please contact Parents Reaching Out at 505-247-0192 or 1-800-524-5176. Learn about functional behavior assessments and positive behavior improvement plans. This workshop offers tools for Student Assistance Teams (SAT) and IEP teams. Location: Parents Reaching Out, 1920B Columbia Dr. SE, Albuquerque, NM
January 2012
January 17, 2012 1:00pm-4:00pm	“Parent Advocacy” workshop Come learn why it is important to be the voice for your children in navigating educational and healthcare systems as a proactive advocate. Location: EPICS Training Center, 1600 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM. To Register: Call us at 1-888-499-2070 or 505-767-6630 to pre-register. The workshop is FREE, but pre-registration is required
January 19, 2012 9:30am-2:30pm	IEP Process Come and learn about the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and the content of the Plan. Who needs to be at the meeting, timelines, IEE, Present Levels of Performances, Goals and Objectives and follow up. Location: CCSD Board Room – Shiprock, NM – Local contact is Mary Ann Sherman at 505-368-5163.
January 20, 2012 9:00am-12:00pm	Early Childhood Transition from C to B Come and learn about the current and new transition requirement for those children transitioning from Part C early intervention to Part B Preschool Special Education. Also, new changes to Parent Choice law will be shared that will be in effect June 30, 2012. Location: Shiprock Area (exact location TBA) – Shiprock, NM.
January 31, 2012 9:00am-12:00pm	“IDEA Overview” workshop Come learn about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act also known as IDEA and New Mexico Special Education regulations including Special Education Process. Location: EPICS Training Center, 1600 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM. To Register: Call us at 1-888-499-2070 or 505-767-6630 to pre-register. The workshop is FREE, but pre-registration is required
January 31, 2012 1:00pm-4:00pm	“Parent Rights” workshop This session will focus on parental rights and procedural safeguards for parents who have children with disabilities in Part B Special Education. Location: EPICS Training Center, 1600 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM. To Register: Call us at 1-888-499-2070 or 505-767-6630 to pre-register. The workshop is FREE, but pre-registration is required
February 2012
February 7, 2012 1:00pm-4:00pm	“Bullying” workshop Come learn about ways to avoid bullying, identify bullying, and how to prevent it. This session will also allow parents to learn more about local bullying policies your school should have and what questions to ask and what to do if and when your child is a target of bullying. Location: EPICS Training Center, 1600 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM. To Register: Call us at 1-888-499-2070 or 505-767-6630 to pre-register. The workshop is FREE, but pre-registration is required
February 21, 2012 9:00am-12:00pm	“Individualized Education Program (IEP)” This session will give an introduction and overview of the IEP document, process and requirements for children ages 3 to 21 years old who are receiving Special Education services. Location: EPICS Training Center, 1600 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM. To Register: Call us at 1-888-499-2070 or 505-767-6630 to pre-register. The workshop is FREE, but pre-registration is required
February 21, 2012 1:00pm-4:00pm	“Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)” This session will give an introduction and overview of the IFSP document, process and requirements for children ages birth to 2 years old who are receiving Early Intervention Part C services. Location: EPICS Training Center, 1600 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM. To Register: Call us at 1-888-499-2070 or 505-767-6630 to pre-register. The workshop is FREE, but pre-registration is required
March 2012
March 8, 2012 1:00pm-4:00pm	“Early Hearing Screening and Identification” workshop This session will give a brief overview on the importance of Newborn Hearing screening and identification and learn about local and statewide resources and supports that are available to families and professionals. Location: EPICS Training Center, 1600 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM. To Register: Call us at 1-888-499-2070 or 505-767-6630 to pre-register. The workshop is FREE, but pre-registration is required
March 22-24, 2012 Albuquerque, NM	SAVE THE DATE: 9th Annual Family Leadership Academy Click here for the FULL Academy announcement