Tag: special education

Speak In One Voice: Special Education Advocacy Support Group

August 27 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

This virtual group meeting is 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!

If you would like a copy of the PDF flyer, click HERE.

Josh Garay, PEP Coordinator

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Speak In One Voice: Special Education Advocacy Support Group

July 30 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

This group is 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!

If you would like a copy of the PDF flyer, click HERE.

Register in advance for the Zoom invite

Josh Garay, PEP Coordinator

BUILDING SAFE ONLINE HABITS FORCHILDREN AND TEENS WITH DISABILITIES

How do you balance online independence with safety and supervision?

As students spend more time online for school, socializing, and entertainment, families face new challenges in helping children navigate the digital world safely. This workshop will explore common online risks, including scams, cyberbullying, online predators, and oversharing personal information. Participants will learn practical strategies for teaching digital boundaries, recognizing warning signs, supporting safe social media use, and building online safety skills that match their child’s developmental and communication needs.

American Sign-Language interpreters can be requested on the registration form or by emailing Josh at J.Garay@taconicresources.org. Requests MUST be submitted no later than June *10th.

June 24 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

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image of workshop flyer internet safety tips for youth with disabilities, June 24th

Josh Garay, PEP Coordinator

SMOOTH TRANSITIONS: PREPARING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES FOR SUMMER

June 17 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

What supports and resources are available for your child this summer?

This workshop will help parents and caregivers prepare for a successful summer by exploring strategies for maintaining routines, supporting social-emotional well-being, and creating structure at home while still allowing for rest and fun. Participants will learn about local programs and community resources, ways to prevent regression of academic and executive functioning skills, and tips for easing transitions into new schedules and activities.

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American Sign-Language interpreters can be requested on the registration form or by email. Requests MUST be submitted by June 3rd.

Josh Garay, PEP Coordinator

image of summer supports flyer

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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