Workshops

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 note our ALTERNATE LOCATIONS for some workshops

Highlands Church 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Catholic Charities/Arizona Partnership for Children 4747 N. 7th Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013

Lodestar Family Connections Center 2320 N. 20th St. Phoenix, AZ 85006

Positive Behavior Support

Training on effective techniques for behavior management.
Sat. 6/26/10, 12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Wed. 7/14/10, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Wed. 8/18/10, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
(Catholic Charities)
Sat. 8/21/10, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
(Highlands Church, Scottsdale)
Wed. 9/15/10, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Resilient Relationships

Create and maintain a healthy couples relationship through the journey of raising a child with special needs.
Fri. 9/17/10, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Can you hear me now?

Techniques for effective advocacy. What to ask, how to ask it.
Wed. 6/16/10, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
(Highlands Church, Scottsdale)
Sat. 7/17/10, 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Wed. 8/4/10, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Sat. 9/25/10, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Guardianship Workshop

Learn about what guardianship involves before your teen turns 18. You will also learn about alternatives to guardianship.
Sat. 6/26/10, 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Tue. 7/20/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Sat. 8/21/10, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Thu. 9/16/10, 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.

IEP Basics

Learn about the purpose of IEP's through an overview of the document and meeting.
Sat. 6/26/10, 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Thu. 7/8/10, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
(Lodestar, Phoenix)
Thu. 7/15/10, 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.
Thu. 9/30/10, 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.

Advanced IEP Training

Learn about the requirements for IEP’s and how to actively participate in team meetings. (Recommended: first attend Understanding the IEP.)
Thu. 9/9/10, 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.

Understanding 504

Learn about the intent and requirements of Section 504, responsibilities of schools, and samples of 504 accommodations.
Tue. 7/27/10, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

AzEIP to Preschool Transition

Learn about the requirements for transition and tips for a smoother process.
Sat. 7/17/10, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Wed. 8/11/10, 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.
Sat. 9/25/10, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.

High School Transition

Learn how to prepare youth for transition from high school to higher education, employment, and life in the community.
Wed. 8/4/10, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Bully-Free Environments

Learn how to recognize bullying, effectively Respond, and build positive solutions.
Mon. 6/14/10, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
(Lodestar, Phoenix)
Sat. 6/26/10, 10:30 – 12:00 p.m.
Wed. 8/18/10, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
(Catholic Charities, Phoenix)
Wed. 9/15/10, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Parent/Professional Collaboration

Learn ways for parents and professionals to develop working relationships.
Wed. 8/25/10, 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.

Evaluations & Assessments

Learn about the types of tests and what they measure, scoring results and what the bell curve means in formal assessments.
Wed. 9/29/10, 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.

Volunteer Training

Your skills count! Become a parent volunteer for Raising Special Kids and share what you’ve learned as a parent of a child with special needs.
Thu. 6/10/10, 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.
Mon. 7/26/10, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Sat. 9/4/10, 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.

IEP 1-to-1 Consultation

Bring your child's current IEP as well as your questions and concerns. We will privately address your individual issues and offer solutions and strategies to help you advocate more effectively for your child.
Call for an appointment:
602-242-4366 or 800-237-3007.

NORTHERN ARIZONA WORKSHOPS

Call 928-523-4870 to register
Unless noted*
Time: 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Flagstaff Family Resource Ctr
1806 E US-66, Flagstaff, AZ 86004, (928-774-1103)

Organizing Your Child’s Records

Tue. 6/8/10

Special Education Overview

Tue. 8/17/10

Understanding the IEP Process

Tue. 9/14/10

*Special Education Overview & Understanding the IEP Process

Tue, 7/13/10 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Kykotsmovi Community Center
Hwy 264 mile post 373
Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039-0123

*Getting and Keeping the First Job

The importance of disability self-awareness, how families can help youth with career planning, and strategies to navigate resumes,job interviews, and job accommodations

AND

*The Journey to Adulthood: What Parents Need To Know (Sexuality)

Promote the independence, personal safety, healthy lifestyles, healthy relationships, and social inclusion of youth with disabilities
Sat., 6/19/10, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location TBA (in Flagstaff)
Foster Care additional education hour/certificates will be provided.

To register for Norther AZ workshops, please call Kathleen Collins at (928) 523-4870 or email kathleenc@raisingspecialkids.org