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Please register for all workshops

Register through our online Calendar or call 602-242-4366 or 800-237-3007.

Our office is fragrance free. Please do not wear scented products when visiting Raising Special Kids 
Most workshops are located at our office in the Disability Empowerment Center
Raising Special Kids
5025 E. Washington St., Suite 204
Phoenix, AZ 85034
 

(Please scroll down for Northern Arizona workshops)

Workshops

 

IFSP Basics
For parents of children birth to 3. Learn the basics of the process for developing an Individualized Family Service Plan. 
Thu. 5/10/12, 10:00 – 12:00 noon
Sat. 6/9/12, 8:00 – 10:00 amSS 

Turning 3, What’s Next?
AzEIP to Preschool Transition

Learn how to transition your child from AzEIP services
to preschool services provided by the school district.
Wed. 4/25/12, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Sat. 6/9/12, 10:15 – 12:00 noonSS

Transition from Preschool to Kindergarten
Learn eligibility differences and strategies for an effective transition into school age services.
Wed. 3/14/12, 9:30 – 11:30 am

Positive Behavior Support
Training on effective techniques for behavior management.
Thu. 4/12/12, 10:00 – 12:00 noon
Thu. 5/17/12, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Thu. 6/7/12, 10:00 – 12:00 noon
Thu. 7/19/12, 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Understanding 504
Learn about the rules and regulations of a 504 Plan and how it differs from the IEP (IDEA).
Thu. 3/15/12, 10:00 – 12:00 noon
Wed. 5/9/12, 10:00 - 12:00 noon 
Sat. 7/14/12, 2:00 – 4:00 pmSS

IEP Basics
Learn about the purpose of IEP's, parents’ role in the process, and how to prepare for meetings.
Thu. 4/5/12, 10:00 – 12:00 noon Wed. 5/2/12, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Sat. 6/9/12, 2:00 – 4:00 pmSS

Advanced IEP Training
Receive an in-depth view of the IEP and strategies to help maximize the potential of each student.(Recommended: First attend IEP Basics.)
Tue. 4/17/12, 6:00 – 8:00 pm

The Journey to Adulthood
Provide young adults and parents with information about physical, emotional and social changes that adolescence and puberty bring to every child.
Thu. 5/3/12, 12:30 – 2:30 pm
Thu. 7/19/12, 12:30 – 2:30 pm

Getting and Keeping the First Job
Assist young adults and parents with identifying the importance of employment for youth with disabilities and special needs.
Thu. 4/5/12, 12:30 – 2:30 pm
Thu. 6/14/12, 12:30 – 2:30 pm

High School Transition
Learn how the transition plan in a student’s IEP in high school can prepare for higher
education, employment, and life in the community. Resources discussed.
Thu. 4/19/12, 1:00 - 3:00pm
Sat. 7/14/12, 10:15 – 12:00 noonSS

Bully-Free Environments
Learn how to recognize bullying, respond effectively, and build positive solutions.
Thu. 3/15/12, 3:00 – 5:00 pm, Wed. 5/2/12, 10:00 - 12:00 noon,
Thu. 4/12/12, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Sat. 7/14/12, 8:00 – 10:00 amSS
 
Guardianship
Turning 18, What’s Next?
Making the decision; understanding the process. Learn what guardianship involves before your teen turns 18. You will also learn about alternatives to guardianship.
Thu. 4/5/12, 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Thu. 5/3/12, 10:00 – 12:00 noon
Thu. 6/14/12, 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Sat. 7/14/12, 12:15 – 1:45 pmSS

Organizing Your Child’s Records
Bring your child’s special education, ISP, therapy and medical records to this “make and take” session to create your own filing system.
Mon. 3/19/12, 1:00 – 3:00 pm

Parent/Professional Collaboration
Techniques for effective advocacy. What to ask, how to ask for it.
Sat. 6/9/12, 12:15 – 1:45 pmSS

IEP 1-to-1 Consultation
Bring your child's IEP for review, as well as your questions and concerns.
Call for an appointment:
602-242-4366 or 800-237-3007.

Attendance at all workshops is at NO COST.
For Southern Arizona workshops please call 520-324-3150 or visit www.pilotparents.org

NORTHERN ARIZONA WORKSHOPS

Call 928-523-4870 to register

Locations vary - see each listing for details.

Turning 3, What’s Next? - AzEIP to Preschool
AND
Can You Hear Me Now?
Wed. 4/4/2012 10:30 – 1:30 pm
Kayenta Unified School District
Administration Building
Kayenta, AZ

Getting and Keeping the First Job
High School Transition
Wed. 4/18/2012 2:00 – 5:30 pm
Kayenta Unified School District
Administration Building
Kayenta, AZ
IEP Basics
AND
Positive Behavior Support

Wed. 5/2/2012 3:30 – 6:30 pm
Kayenta Unified School District
Administration Building
Kayenta, AZ

IEP Basics
Bully Free Environments
Thu. 5/24/2012 9:30 – 12:30 pm
Stepping Stones
6719 E. 2nd St., Meeting Rm 1
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314


Advanced IEP
Tue. 4/10/2012 5:30 – 7:00pm
NAU/Institute for Human Development Conference Room
Parking Lot P-13 off Riordan Rd
in Flagstaff

Journey to Adulthood
Tue. 5/15/2012 5:30 – 7:30pm
NAU/Institute for Human Development Conference Room
Parking Lot P-13 off Riordan Rd
in Flagstaff

Attendance at all workshops is at NO COST.
For Southern Arizona workshops please call 520-324-3150 or visit www.pilotparents.org

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