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
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27th 12:00 – 1:00 PM VIRTUAL VIA ZOOM
This presentation will provide parents of students with disabilities with an overview of key communication strategies for navigating conversations about their child’s special education services and programs. Participants will learn how to prepare effectively for school meetings and practice skills for active, positive participation in the special education process. American Sign Language interpreters can be requested on the registration link. Requests MUST be Submitted by August 13th: https://form.jotform.com/252034466661153
Spotting early warning signs and supporting open communication
Two sessions of this workshop will be offered on Monday, June 23rd, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on Wednesday, June 25th 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. CLICK HERE to register in advance.
Children and adolescents with disabilities are 20-30% more likely to develop co-existing mental health issues compared to their peers, and they may face challenges in communicating thoughts and feelings, developing appropriate strategies for support, and creating accessible outlets for emotional regulation. At this virtual workshop and parent network event, parents/caregivers, families, and service providers can find support from others with similar experiences caring for youth with disabilities! Identify early signs of mental illness and address concerning thoughts and behaviors. Connect with the TRI Parent Empowerment Program support network. Hear advice, support, and perspectives from other families. Learn how to have safe and open conversations about mental health with children and adolescents with disabilities.
Identify early signs of mental illness and address concerning thoughts and behaviors.
Connect with the TRI Parent Empowerment Program support network.
Hear advice, support, and perspectives from other families.
Learn how to have safe and open conversations about mental health with children and adolescents with disabilities.
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RSVP for one of our monthly Parent Empowerment Program (PEP) Info Sessions! Info sessions take place on the 2nd Monday of the month from, 9:30 am -10:30 am via Zoom. Click this link to get started: https://form.jotform.com/250894916586171 You will be emailed the Zoom invitation by the next business day.
Special Education Parent Empowerment Program February 26th, 2025 at 9:30AM
This workshop will present an overview of Advocacy and Parent/Caregiver to Parent/Caregiver Networking, Direction on starting a Parent Group, (SEPTA, PTO, or informal groups)
What is the Special Education Parent Empowerment Program? Parent Empowerment Program (PEP) is a program at Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. (TRI). PEP provides training and information to families of children and young adults with disabilities, between the ages of 3 and 22. TRI’s Special Education program offers specialized and collaborative advocacy training, parent-to-parent networking and support, information, and referral services.
