Parents as Partners in Special Education: Collaboration and Parental Rights

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Parents, Caregivers and Educators of Students with Disabilities DESCRIPTION In special education, collaboration between families and educators is essential. This training offers parents, caregivers and educators an opportunity to learn about their rights in the special education process and how to be an effective partner in the education of children. Topics will include: an understanding of the parents role as part of a collaborative team; effective communication strategies; steps to creating agreement; understanding procedural safeguards; and strategies for organizing information and preparing for IEP meetings.

REGISTRATION Go to http://education.state.nj.us/events/
Find the location and date of the session you wish to attend. Directions and additional information are provided at the registration site. Light snacks will be provided.

DATES AND LOCATIONS OF LEARNING RESOURCE CENTERS (LRC)

LRC NORTH East Orange 7 Glenwood Avenue 973-414-4491 Contact: Mary Hollingsworth November 28, 2012 5:30-8 pm February 21, 2013 9:30 am to 12 pm LRC NORTH SATELLITE Morris Plains 104 The American Way 973-631-6345 Ext 5 Contact: Angela Bray Cancelled 5:30-8 pm February 26, 2013 9:30 am to 12 pm LRC CENTRAL Trenton 200 River View Plaza 609-633-8971 Contact: Judi Nelson November 26, 2012 5:30-8 pm February 7, 2013 9:30 am to 12 pm LRC SOUTH Mullica Hill 107 Gilbreth Parkway 856-582-7000 Ext. 172 Contact: Kathy Duffy Lig November 13, 2012 5:30-8 pm February 8, 2013 9:30 am to 12 pm

Sponsored by the NJ Department of Education, Office of Special Education (NJDOE/OSE) and the Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN).

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