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Lay Advocacy: Continuum of Services
February 18, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Please Join the Family Resource Network and Starbridge for a Lay Advocacy Training on:
Continuum of Services
Friday, February 18, 2022
9:00 to 11:00 am
Online via ZOOM
Special education is a service, not a place. A variety of placements and related services are available to provide an appropriate education for students who have disabilities. Learn about the process used to determine special education placement and services. Explore the many educational options available and varying configurations of those options.
• Learn the answers to questions like:
What is a consultant teacher?
What is a self-contained classroom?
What does 12:1:3 mean?
What supports can help a student who has a disability to succeed in a general education classroom?
• Learn about the variety of placements and services that comprise
special education, including related services, special classes, and
private schools.
• Understand the concept of Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
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.
If you need assistance registering or have any questions, please contact 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 “Advocacy” to their budgets prior to attending. Please contact FRN for assistance adding this to your budget.***
