Volunteering can be a great way to give back to your community and work on vocational skills. Join Family Matters as we discuss ways that volunteering can help design and execute amazing transition plans for students. Key audience parents/caregivers, professionals, self-advocates ages 13-22. FMPTIC is unable to offer CEU’s for training participants. Certificates of Attendance... Read more »
Is your child facing challenges in school? Join our informative webinar to navigate the crucial first steps toward securing the support your child needs. Delve into the significance of evaluations, discovering when and how to initiate the process. Understand your vital role as a parent/guardian throughout the evaluation journey. Uncover your child's rights under the... Read more »
Navigating the IEP Process: Special Education Rights Webinar Wednesday, August 7, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Do you have questions about your child's IEP, but don't know how or when to ask them? Are you concerned about how your child's IEP is being followed? Do you want to learn how to effectively prepare for... Read more »
Transition with Disabilities Series: Transition Rights Presenters: Jessica Range & Emily Wilson Jessica is a Senior Attorney and the Helpline Manager in Equip for Equality’s Special Education Clinic. Jessica counsels... Read more »
Plan on joining us for one or all of the upcoming Family Matters PTIC Dispute Resolution Series webinars via Zoom! We are excited to welcome amazing guest speakers from Equip for Equality, Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, and the Illinois State Board of Education, who, in partnership with our Educational Support Coaches, will be exploring... Read more »
Tips and Tools for Homes and Schools Thursday, August 29, 2024 12:00 PM Classroom & home strategies that address academic, social, leisure goals of a child with autism or developmental delays. Content focus on early education. Workshop provided in English. All workshops are for families/caregivers, educators and other professionals unless otherwise noted. Credits are available for... Read more »
Regreso a clases: chat virtual para padres Martes, 3 de Septiembre 6:00 PM Únase al Family Resource Center on Disabilities sobre discapacidades para una charla informal de regreso a la escuela para discutir inquietudes escolares, experiencias de los estudiantes y recursos de defensa de los padres. Este chat virtual para padres de regreso a... Read more »
Plan on joining us for one or all of the upcoming Family Matters PTIC Dispute Resolution Series webinars via Zoom! We are excited to welcome amazing guest speakers from Equip for Equality, Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, and the Illinois State Board of Education, who, in partnership with our Educational Support Coaches, will be exploring... Read more »
Plan on joining us for one or all of the upcoming Family Matters PTIC Dispute Resolution Series webinars via Zoom! We are excited to welcome amazing guest speakers from Equip for Equality, Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, and the Illinois State Board of Education, who, in partnership with our Educational Support Coaches, will be exploring... Read more »
Back To School Parent Virtual Chat Wednesday, September 4 6:00 PM Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024 Join the Family Resource Center on Disabilities for an informal Back-to-School Chat to discuss school concerns, student experiences, and parent advocacy resources. This Back To School Parent Virtual Chat is a valuable opportunity to connect and share insights with fellow... Read more »
