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Lay Advocacy: Committee on Special Education Overview
April 21, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Please Join the Family Resource Network and Starbridge
for our Upcoming Lay Advocacy Workshop:
Committee on Special Education Overview
Friday, April 21, 2023
9:00-11:00 am
Online via Zoom
The Committee on Special Education (CSE) is responsible for developing a child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) through a process which involves the student and family. This workshop will explain the purpose of the CSE, the required members, and the family’s role on the committee.
Participants will:
- Learn strategies for effective advocacy with the CSE
- Gain an understanding of the CSE team process
- Understand the role of each CSE member
- Learn about the timetable for the CSE process
- Understand the process of developing an IEP
- Gain advocacy skills
About our Speaker: Kara Georgi is the Parent Education Specialist for Starbridge Parent Training and Information Center. She offers support and information for families and professionals navigating the special education system in Cayuga, Tompkins, Onondaga, Cortland, Broome, Madison, Chenango, Otsego and Delaware Counties.
Registration is required.
For questions or assistance with registering for this event, please call Terry at (607)287-3816.
***This workshop is funded through a grant from the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Self-directing families will need to add “Training Groups” to their budgets prior to attending. Please contact FRN for assistance adding this to your budget.***