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Workshop: Student Suspensions in Special Education

Students with disabilities often face a much higher rate of suspensions than their non-disabled peers. Join our Parent Empowerment Program to learn how to navigate these suspensions as a parent of a disabled student.

1st Virtual Session: Monday, February 23, 2026 from 6:30pm-7:30pm.

2nd Virtual Session: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 from 12pm-1pm.

To register, please follow the link or QR code on the flyer below, or CLICK HERE.

If you have any questions regarding this workshop, please call the office at 845-452-3913 for assistance.

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Info Sessions for parents and guardians of childen with special needs

Register to attend our monthly virtual workshops on various topics, and learn how to effectively advocate for your child within the Special Education system. Click HERE for the most current Workshops.

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Helping to Secure the Finacial Future of Individuals with Disabilities

FREE Virtual Workshop via Zoom:
Wednesday, November 5th from 10 am to 11 am

PRESENTED BY SPECIAL JOURNEY SOLUTIONS:
This workshop will discuss critical considerations for individuals of all ages who have a disability, including creating a life care plan, how it can help, and who should be involved. Learn crucial information about government benefits, special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, and other legal and
financial structures. Preparing for the financial future of a loved one with a disability can help ease the burden of unexpected tomorrows and
ensure that their care and quality of life continue well into their future.

Click HERE to register. You will automatically receive a personalized Zoom invitation link for the November 5th virtual workshop.

American Sign Language interpreters can be requested on the Zoom registration link. Requests MUST be submitted by October 22nd.

Coordinated by Jennifer O’Neill, Senior Special Education Advocate, and Patricia Lucio Penn, Special Education Advocate (bilingual-Spanish).

TRI programs are funded in part by Dutchess County, NYSED
ACCES-VR, and NYS OPWDD Family Support Services.
This workshop is presented by a fee-for-service business and is intended as a resource and solely for informational purposes. Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. does not promote, endorse, verify, or receive any financial benefit from this company or service.

Click the flyer below for a printable PDF:

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Successfully Navigating the Guardianship Process from a Parent Perspective

Monday, October 27th, from 10am to 11am. Click on the flyer below for the printable PDF copy and Registration info

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE ZOOM WORKSHOP

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PEP Info Sessions

Monday, August 11th, 9:30 am – 10:30 am

Monthly Parent Empowerment Program (PEP) Information Sessions for 2025 typically take place on the second Monday of the month from 9:30 am to 10:30 am via Zoom. Click this link to register in advance: https://form.jotform.com/250894916586171

  • Next PEP session is August 11th, 9:30am-10:30am
  • … September 8th, October 20th, November 10th, and December 8th.
  • After registering, you will receive the Zoom invitation via email by the next business day.
  • Look for more special education-related workshops on our programs website and social media pages!
flyer for PEP information session for August 11th