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Workshops

Positive Behavior Support

Training on effective techniques for behavior management.
Wed. 1/6/10, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Thu. 2/25/10, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
(Sharpe School, Mesa)
Sat. 3/6/10, 10:30 – 12:00 noon
Wed. 4/14/10, 10:00 – 12:00 noon

Resilient Relationships

Create and maintain a healthy couples relationship through the journey of raising a child with special needs.
Tue. 3/16/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
(Peoria Community Center)
Sat. 4/24/10, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
(UCP, Phx)

Can you hear me now?

Techniques for effective advocacy. What to ask, how to ask it.
Wed. 1/20/10, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Sat. 2/20/10, 10:45 – 12:00 noon
Thu. 3/25/10, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Wed. 4/21/10, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Guardianship Workshop

Learn about what guardianship involves before your teen turns 18. You will also learn about alternatives to guardianship.
Tue. 1/12/10, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Wed. 2/17/10, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Sat. 3/6/10, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
(UCP, Phx)
Tue. 4/13/10, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

IEP Basics

Learn about the purpose of Individual Education Programs and how to actively participate.
Wed. 1/6/10, 10:00 – 12:00 noon
Tue. 2/9/10, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Sat. 2/20/10, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Thu. 3/4/10, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
(Getz School, Tempe)
Wed. 4/7/10, 10:00 – 12:00 noon
Thu. 4/22/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
(Peoria Community Center)

Advanced IEP Training

Learn about IEP requirements SMART goals, and how to measure progress. (Recommended: attend IEP Basics first.)
Thu. 2/18/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Special Education Overview

Learn what the special education evaluation, IEP, and placement processes include and tips for active participation in all decisions.
Thu. 2/4/10, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
(Getz School, Tempe)
Tue. 3/2/10, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Understanding 504

Learn about the 504 requirements, responsibilities of schools, plus samples of 504 accommodations.
Tue. 2/16/10, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Transition from AzEIP to Preschool

Learn about the requirements for transition and tips for a smoother process.
Thu. 1/21/10, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Thu. 2/25/10, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Sat. 3/6/10, 9:00 – 10:20 a.m.
Thu. 3/18/10, 6:00-8:00 p.m. -
         Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson, Peoria, AZ 85345
         hosted by Down Syndrome Network
Tue. 4/20/10, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
         Scottsdale Bible Church, 7601 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Thu. 4/29/10, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Self-Advocacy for Youth

Learn how students can independently advocate for themselves
Sat. 1/23/10, 10:45 – 12:00 noon

High School Transition

Learn how to prepare youth for transition from high school to higher education, employment, and life in the community.
Sat. 1/23/10, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Thu. 3/11/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Tue. 4/13/10, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Organizing Your Child’s Records

Learn effective ways to tame that pile of papers.
Thu. 1/7/10, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
(Getz School, Tempe)
Thu. 4/15/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Bully-Free Environments

Learn how to recognize bullying, effectively respond, and build positive solutions.
Wed. 1/27/10, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Wed. 2/24/10, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Wed. 3/10/10, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Sat. 4/24/10, 10:45 – 12:00 noon
(UCP)

Evaluations & Tests

Learn about the types of tests and what they measure, scoring results and what the bell curve means in formal assessments.
Wed. 2/3/10, 10:00 – 12:00 noon
Wed. 3/24/10, 10:00 – 12:00 noon

IEP 1-to-1 Consultation

Bring your child's current IEP as well as your questions and concerns. We will privately address your individual issues and offer solutions and strategies to help you advocate more effectively for your child.
Call for an appointment: 602-242-4366 or 800-237-3007.

Notice our NEW ALTERNATE LOCATIONS

United Cerebral Palsy (UCP)
1802 W. Parkside Lane
Phoenix, AZ 85027
North of the 101 off of I-17

Resilient Relationships
Sat. 4/24/10, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Guardianship Workshop
Sat. 3/6/10, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Bully Free Environments
Sat. 4/24/10, 10:45 – 12:00 noon

Getz School
625 W. Cornell Dr.
Tempe, AZ 85283

Organizing Your Child’s Records
Thu. 1/7/10, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m
Special Education Overview
Thu. 2/4/10, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. . IEP Basics
Thu. 3/4/10, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

Peoria Community Center
8335 W. Jefferson St.
Peoria, AZ 85345
2 blocks south of Peoria Ave.

Resilient Relationships
Tue. 3/16/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
IEP Basics
Thu. 4/22/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Sharpe School
950 N. Sun Valley Blvd.
Mesa, AZ 88207

Positive Behavior Support
Thu. 2/25/10, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

SOUTHERN ARIZONA/Tucson

presented by Pilot Parents of Southern Arizona

Beginning of the IEP Journey

Learn how one participates in the development of an IEP and the rights a parent and a child have on an IEP.
Tue. 3/9/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Sat. 3/20/10, 11:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Your Child’s Rights for Special Education

Review’s the law for those students needing Special education including the related Services. Examine the process of how a student gets special education services.
Sat. 2/6/10, 11:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Tue. 3/2/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

More About the IEP Journey

A more in-depth understanding of the IEP. Includes an understanding
of the process and what should be ineach section of the IEP.
Sat. 2/20/10, 11:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Tue. 3/16/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Transition from AzEIP to Preschool

Requirements and timelines for the childhood Transition from AzEIP program to early special education preschool.
Sat. 2/27/10, 11:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Tue. 3/23/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Evaluation Reports

Learn terms and how to interpret
numbers used by professionals in your child’s evaluation results.
Tue. 3/30/10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Sat. 3/27/10, 11:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Positive Behavior Support

Learn about the PBS, the process of functional behavior analysis and how it can be incorporated into the IEP.
Sat. 4/3/10, 11:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Reserve your seat today by contacting Pilot Parents at 520.324.3150; toll free1.877.365.7220 or email robert@pilotparents.org

NORTHERN ARIZONA/Flagstaff

Flagstaff Family Resource Center
1806 E US-66
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
928-774-1103

4:30 – 6:00 p.m.

Understanding the IEP
Tue., January 19, 2010
Bully-Free Environments
Tue., February 23, 2010
Parents Rights in Special Education
Tue., March 2, 2010
Understanding 504 Plans
Tue., April 13, 2010

To register, please call Kathleen Collins at (928) 523-4870 or email kathleenc@raisingspecialkids.org