FREE PARENT WORKSHOPS

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

This workshop answers questions about the SSI application process and eligibility for students with intellectual or other developmental disabilities who are 17 or older.

Dream BIG! Plan NOW!

Sponsored by the Office of Special Education Resource Center

Transition Planning
Transition Planning is the first step in developing the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students with disabilities, age 14 and older. This workshop explains the process required as students progress through their school years. It will assist parents in understanding the preparation necessary for life in the adult world. Session I - For parents of students with IEPs receiving a Maryland High School Certificate of Program Completion. Instructor: Mary Scott, BCPS Transition Resource Teacher

October 17 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Building E (formerly ESS), Room 114

Reservations Required 410-887-5443 ldiffenderfer@bcps.org

Special Education Process and Legal Rights

Co-sponsored by Abilities Network and the Resource Center

October 9 7-9 p.m. Building E (formerly ESS), Room 123 Session II - For parents of students with IEPs receiving a
Maryland High School Diploma. Instructor: Joyce Serio, Team Leader, Transition Support Services, BCPS, Office of Special Education

November 7, 2013

79 p.m.

Abilities Network 8503 LaSalle Rd Towson, MD 21286

This workshop is for parents and caregivers of students who have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

October 16 7-9 p.m. Building E (formerly ESS), Room 123

What Will Happen to My Child When Im Gone?

This workshop focuses on planning for your childs lifelong financial security. Instructor: Louise Gonzales, Esq. of Hylton and Gonzales

Instructor: Leslie Margolis, Managing Attorney Maryland Disability Law Center Reservations Required Call 410-887-5443 to reserve your seat.

November 6 79 p.m. Building E (formerly ESS), Room 123

Low to High Tech Supports for Struggling Readers and Writers (new workshop)
This session will highlight the challenges faced by our struggling readers and writers in our classrooms. Participants will learn about strategies used to address the challenges with a variety of flexible supports available within Baltimore County. A range of low to high tech supports will be shared. In addition, the assistive technology teams decision making process and support services will be described. Instructor: Marsye W. Kaplan, M.S., CCC-SLP ATP Assistive Technology Team Leader

Preparing Young Adults with Disabilities for Independence: Moving Out!

This workshop will explore the ins and outs of living independently, housing options, finances, healthcare, and more. Parents will learn how to take the first step in planning for their young adults housing independence. Instructors: Mary Scott, BCPS Transition Resource Teacher Diane Dressler, Program Director for Adult Training and Services, Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities.

November 13 7- 9 p.m. Building E (formerly ESS) , Room 114

November 20 7-9 p.m. Building E (formerly ESS), Room 114

Building E is located at the Greenwood Campus 6901 Charles Street, Towson, MD 21204

All workshops are FREE of charge, but registration is required and limited! For more information or to register please call the Special Education Resource Center at 410-887-5443 or e-mail Lisa Diffenderfer at ldiffenderfer@bcps.org
Let us know in advance of any accommodations you may require