Journey to Adulthood: What parents need to know about sexuality
Date: September 14, 2010
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Erie 1 BOCES Education Center
355 Harlem Road - Room A-3
West Seneca, NY 14224
This workshop will help parents educate their children on understanding puberty and sexuality. Participants will walk away knowing the importance of discussing appropriate social behaviors with their teenager or young adult with a disability. Contact us by phone at (716) 332-4170 or toll-free at (866) 277-4762. To register online: http://www.parentnetworkwny.org/Home/Workshops/WorkshopRegistration
The Nurtured Heart Approach to Challenging Behaviors Date: September 14, 2010
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Early Childhood Direction Center/People, Inc Offices
3131 Sheridan Drive
Amherst, NY 14226
The Nurtured Heart Approach is a powerful tool that will transform your difficult child, build you up as a parent and increase the success you experience in all areas of your life! Contact us by phone at (716) 332-4170 or toll-free at (866) 277-4762. To register online:
http://www.parentnetworkwny.org/Home/Workshops/WorkshopRegistration
Are you a parent, sibling or individual with a disability? If the answer is YES, then this conference is for you! Transitions is an interactive learning experience. At this free event, individuals with disabilities and their families will learn about the various transitions of life: Birth to preschool, Preschool to School Age, Middle School to High School, and High School to Adult.
Saturday September 25th – 8:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. at the north campus of ECC.
Register soon so they can save your seat! For more information or to register online
http://transitionsnowisthetime.eventbrite.com Or call 716-332-4170
CASE Fall Autism Conference
Date: October 12, 2010
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Parent Network of WNY
1000 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
Topics will include:
Treatment Options for Individuals with ASD - This workshop will discuss evidence-based, educational treatment options for students with autism spectrum disorders. Behavioral and developmental treatment approaches will be discussed, such as applied behavioral analysis (ABA), applied verbal behavior (AVB), Greenspan/DIR, SCERTS, and TEACCH. Strategies and resources for implementation will also be discussed. (Presenter: Kathy Doody, M.S. Ed, parent of a child with Autism).
Communication Strategies for Individuals with ASD – learn about communication disorders related to ASD and available treatment strategies to improve communication skills in children with ASD. (Presenter: Jeanne Stiny, M.A., CCC-SLP) Contact us by phone at (716) 332-4170 or toll-free at (866) 277-4762. To register online: http://www.parentnetworkwny.org/Home/Workshops/WorkshopRegistration
Harvest Honors 2010, Wednesday, October 13, Millennium Airport Hotel Buffalo, 2040 Walden Ave, Buffalo, NY 14225
Mark Shinn will conduct a full-day conference from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. entitled "Building Response to Intervention: Doing it Right, Doing it Well". This conference will be geared towards parents and professionals who wish to build their understanding of the Response to Intervention process. $75 per event.
The Harvest Honors event will continue in the evening, with John Murphy, sports reporter for WIVB-TV, serving as Honorary Chair and Master of Ceremonies for the Awards Dinner. The Community Partnership Award and the Spirit of Empowerment Award will be presented to an organization and individual who have made an impact in the community.
Throughout the day and evening basket raffles will be available. To register on line:
http://www.parentnetworkwny.org/files/Harvest%20Honors/HH2010registrationform.pdf
Phone: 866-277-4762
Advocacy
Date: October 14, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Parent Network of WNY
1000 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
Explore what it means to be an advocate for your child with special needs and learn skills that are needed to be effective. Discover what resources are available and where to go for more information. Contact us by phone at (716) 332-4170 or toll-free at (866) 277-4762. To register online: http://www.parentnetworkwny.org/Home/Workshops/WorkshopRegistration
Binder Building: What to do with all that paper
Date: October 16, 2010
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Parent Network of WNY
1000 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
Having well-organized papers at your fingertips gives you the upper hand when advocating for your child with special needs. Learn what papers to keep, why and how this may help you receive necessary services for your student.
Diane M. Collier, 712 City Hall, Buffalo, NY 14202, 716 - 816 - 3170
www.buffaloschools.org
*NOTE: To register for this workshop, please go to this website: www.buffaloschools.org/parentu.
Section 504 Plans
Date: October 18, 2010
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Parent Network of WNY
1000 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
Learn what a 504 plan is and who is eligible for one. Understand the difference between section 504 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).Contact us by phone at (716) 332-4170 or toll-free at (866) 277-4762. To register online: http://www.parentnetworkwny.org/Home/Workshops/WorkshopRegistration
Journey to Adulthood: What parents need to know about sexuality
Date: October 19, 2010
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Parent Network of WNY
1000 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
This workshop will help parents educate their children with a disability on understanding puberty and sexuality. Walk away knowing the importance of discussing appropriate social behaviors with your teenager or young adult with a disability.Contact us by phone at (716) 332-4170 or toll-free at (866) 277-4762. To register online: http://www.parentnetworkwny.org/Home/Workshops/WorkshopRegistration
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): An Overview
Date: October 23, 2010
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Parent Network of WNY
1000 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
Increase your understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Learn about the characteristics of ADHD as well as different treatment methods that are available. Get strategies to help your child be more successful in school, in the community and at home.
Diane M. Collier, 712 City Hall, Buffalo, NY 14202, 716 - 816 - 3170
www.buffaloschools.org
*NOTE: To register for this workshop, please go to this website: www.buffaloschools.org/parentu.
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