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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

Monthly Parent Support Group flyer
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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:

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Family Empowerment Advocacy Series

“I WISH I HAD KNOWN THIS SOONER”

Understanding Your Child’s Rights & Responsibilities Under Special Education Law

CLICK HERE for a *printable copy of the flyer

Parents and family members, join us for this FREE in-depth training to learn about your child’s rights, the special education process, and how to effectively advocate for your child and other children. Topics include: Educational Records Binder, Advocacy & Effective Communication, Levels of Intervention & the Continuum of Services, NYS Rules & Regulations, All About the IEP, Understanding Evaluations, Services & Accommodations, Assistive Technology, Transition, Come Ask the Advocate Q&A session and much, much more.

Zoom Training (Wednesdays)
January 8th, 2025
January 15th, 2025
January 22nd, 2025
January 29th, 2025
February 5th, 2025
February 12th, 2025
You may register for morning, evening, or both
Morning: 9:30AM – 12:30PM
Evening: 6:00PM – 9:00PM

For questions, contact dgreen@putnamils.org or frattray@putnamils.org

Guest Speakers:
Renee Falanga-Brenner, Resource Center for Assisted Living
Jennifer O’Neill, Taconic Resources for Independence
Patricia Lucio-Penn, Taconic Resources for Independence
Diane Troeller, My Independent Living
Melinda Dolezal, TRAID Center
Adrienne Arkontaky, Esq., The Arkontaky Law Group
Sandi Rosenbaum, Littman Krooks LLP
Gideon Porter, Esq., Barger & Gaines LLP
Speakers & Facilitators from WILC/PILS:
Denise Green, Parent Training Information Coordinator
Fiona Rattray, Parent Training & Information Specialist

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.