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Back-to-School Transitions Tips for Parents of Children with Special Needs

Wednesday, September 20, 2023 | 6:30-7:30 pm via Zoom
Click HERE to register in advance.
Presenters: Jennifer O’Neill, Special Education Advocate, Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc., and Joyce Hawk, Family and Community Educator, from Westchester Institute for Human Development

For a copy of the flyer click here for the PDF

*ASL Interpreter available by request. Please contact Jennifer O’Neill at j.oneill@taconicresources.org by September 12th

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PARENT WORKSHOP

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

Monday, September 25th from 5PM to 6PM Parents will be provided an overview of the NYS-mandated transition process, as well resources available during high school and after graduation. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON ZOOM.

For a copy of the flyer, click the image below for the PDF

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

Scan the QR code on the flyer or enter Meeting ID 849 8102 6153
at zoom.us/join. Advance registration is preferred.

If you require an ASL Interpreter, please contact Douglas Gilmore by Monday, September 11, at 2:00p.m. at D.Gilmour@taconicresources.org.

FALL 2023 PARENT WORKSHOP
TRANSITION PLANNING:
 Preparing for Life After High School for Students with an IEP or 504 Plan 

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

Monday, September 25th
5 PM - 6 PM
Parents will be provided an overview of the NYS mandated 
transition process, as well resources available during high school and after graduation.

Scan the QR code on the flyer or enter Meeting ID 849 8102 6153 at zoom.us/join 
Advance registration preferred.

If you require an ASL Interpreter, please contact Douglas Gilmore by
Monday, September 11, at 2:00p.m. at D.Gilmour@taconicresources.org 


TRI’s Special Education Advocacy services are paid for in part by:
Dutchess County APG, DCFS, NYSED ACCES-VR, and NYS OPWDD Family Support Services
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Special Education Advocacy Program on Spectrum News

On May 1, 2023, Spectrum News ran a story on adults with autism. Jennifer O’Neill, TRI’s Special Education Advocate was interviewed regarding her advocacy work at TRI for individuals on the autism spectrum.  You can view the full video and turn captions on if needed. Click on Continue Reading below to access the Video Link.

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Tips on Special Education Advocacy During Covid-19

TRI hosts Informational Workshops for Parents of Students with Special Needs. Monthly workshops to address COVID-19 and its impact on students with special needs

Poughkeepsie: Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. (TRI) will host a virtual workshop entitled: “Tips on Special Education Advocacy During Covid-19” on October 23rd from 7:00pm – 8:00pm to provide information and guidance to parents, family members and guardians of students with special needs during this time of extended school closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic.   CLICK HERE to see Press Release