Supporting Children and Families through the SPED Process 24%

Meeting ID: 844 8743 7522

Knowing when and how to talk to families about going through the special ed process can be challenging and tricky. It can be an emotional time for the child, parents, and teachers as the team works to identify the impact of the barriers the child faces. This workshop equips participants with the language and tools needed as they support children and families as they navigate through the First Steps (birth-3) and special ed (3-21) processes.

Objectives:
Participants will be able to: 
*identify the key components of the First Steps program 
*identify the transition steps needed as children progress through First Steps (birth to 3) to ECSE (3-K) *communicate with and support families through the First Steps and ECSE processes 
*support and collaborate with community partners through the First Steps and ECSE processes
Core Competencies: 
4.1.2.a - Engages families in discussions regarding their child's development.
4.1.2.b - Communicates and assists families by sharing appropriate services, resources, and technology.
4.2.2.a - Respects the family's role in, influence on, and responsibility for education and development.
CDAs: 
4. Strategies to establish productive relationships with families
Category: Children & Families