Tag: 504

Speak In One Voice- monthly Special Education Advocacy Support Group

May 28 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

These monthly support groups are open to parents and caregivers of students with disabilities at any stage in the process of seeking or receiving
Special Education services and/or 504 Plan supports.

– Learn about supports for students with disabilities and advocate for your rights as a parent/caregiver
– Find support from other families navigating similar challenges and connect with local organizations
– Q&A with a teaching-certified special education advocate at every meeting!

Please register far in advance to receive the Zoom invitation link.
Closed captioning provided.

If you require an ASL interpreter, please email Josh at least 2 weeks in advance of the date you wish to attend:

Josh Garay, PEP Coordinator
(845) 452-3913 Ext. 116
J.Garay@taconicresources.org

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Workshop: Collecting and Organizing Documents for IEP and 504 Meetings

Please join us on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 12pm for this session, where families of students with disabilities will learn what documents to gather in preparation for IEP or 504 meetings, including evaluations, report cards, progress monitoring data, and communication records.

To register for this virtual workshop, please CLICK HERE or use the QR code on the flyer below:

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Workshop: Understanding Common IEP/504 Accommodations and Modifications

Please join us for this workshop on Wednesday, Aprill 22, 2026 at 1pm where families of students with disabilities will learn the difference between accommodations and modifications and will be introduced to common options found in IEPs and 504 plans, with clear explanations of the language used in this section of the plan.

To register for this workshop, please CLICK HERE or use the QR Code on the flyer below:

PARENT WORKSHOP

September 25, 2023 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

TRANSITION PLANNING: Preparing for Life After High School for Students with an IEP or 504 Plan

Parents will be provided an overview of the NYS-mandated transition process, as well resources available during high school and after graduation.

Presenter: Douglas Gilmour, Special Education Advocate
Douglas has over 30 years of experience working with students in special education and facilitating transition meetings.

Preparing for a CSE/504 Mtg

January 26, 2021 @ 4:30 am – 5:30 am

Please join our Special Education Advocates, Karen Lynch and Jennifer O’Neill on January 26th, 2021 from 9:30 am – 10:30 am, for a workshop and an open discussion (virtual/Zoom) on preparing parents/caregivers and/or students for their CSE or 504 meeting.

Topics that will be discussed include the following:

• An overview on ways to review an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Accommodation
• Plan, school documents (evaluations, assessments, other plans, or data);
• Methods and strategies to facilitate discussions to help determine an appropriate education that meets your child’s needs;
• Tips and Techniques to become an effective self-advocate;
• Approaches to help ensure a child stays in school, accesses the curriculum/services and reaches educational goals;
• Finding where and how to access information on other community resources and services.

Date & Time: January 26, 2021  9:30am – 10:30am

Presenters: Karen Lynch and  Jennifer O’Neill, Special Education Advocates   

Zoom Meeting: Register in advance by clicking this link:

Helping Families Prepare for a CSE or 504 Meeting

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the workshop, which will include the Zoom link.

For additional information regarding advocacy and our services, please feel free to contact either Karen Lynch at k.lynch@taconicresources.org 845-249-8293 or Jennifer O’Neill at j.oneill@taconicresources.org at 845-214-7893. 

You may also complete and return our intake form by visiting: https://taconicresources.org/parentintake-form/ and our advocates will contact you to schedule a remote intake.  

If you require a Sign Language Interpreter to participate in this meeting, please contact Karen Lynch by Friday, January 22nd  at k.lynch@taconicresources.org    Funding for this program is provided by OPWDD Family Support Program, ACCES-VR and Dutchess County Agency Partner Grant. As a result of these generous grants, this service is free to the families and individuals that we serve. 

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