Strengths-Based Approach: Seeing the Strengths in Every Child
Learn how focusing on children's strengths can build confidence, motivation, connection, and a greater sense of belonging- even when they are struggling.
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Empowering families as advocates and partners in improving education, health/mental health and human services outcomes for infants, toddlers, children, youth and young adults.
We are committed to children and families with the greatest need due to disability or special health/mental health needs; poverty; discrimination based on race/ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, immigrant or homeless status; involvement in the child welfare or juvenile justice systems; geographic location; or other special circumstances. SPAN’s individual assistance, workshops, and resources are available in languages other than English. Learn more about us.
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Look to the Future: Transition from School to Adult Life
Virtual , United StatesThis workshop will discuss issues relating to transitioning from school to adult life, identifying outcomes, and developing goals as part of the IEP process. Parents and students will become knowledgeable regarding resources in the community in order to build linkages and ensure a dignified life as contributing citizens.
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Barriers to Bridges
Virtual , United StatesA Roadmap for Creating School Events Where Everyone Can Participate: How can we help more students and families feel welcomed, supported, and able to take part in school events?
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Parents As Champions Training Series Morning Session
Virtual , United StatesThis enhanced PAC series focuses on two key pillars of student success, Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Literacy, woven throughout the entire series. Esta serie mejorada de PAC, se enfoca en dos pilares fundamentales para el éxito de los estudiantes: el Aprendizaje Socio Emocional (SEL, por sus siglas en inglés) y la Alfabetización, que se integran a lo largo de toda la serie.
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Managing School Documents: Get Organized
Virtual , United StatesParticipants will learn:
1.To gain a better understanding of the important documents that pertain to your child’s educational program.
2.To maintain educationally relevant documents in an organized manner.
3.To effectively participate in school meetings and discussions regarding your child’s educational services. -
Starting Strong: Talk, Read, Sing and Early Literacy
Virtual , United StatesParents of young children explore simple, everyday ways to build language and literacy from birth.
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Parents As Champions Training Series – Evening Session
Virtual , United StatesDetails of the special education process, parental rights and responsibilities, and more.
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Empowering Educators: Simple Strategies for Managing Behavior in the Classroom
Virtual , United StatesUnderstanding the “why” behind children’s behaviors by exploring common developmental and emotional needs.
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Positive Behavior Support: Addressing Challenging Behavior
Virtual , United StatesBetter understand the functions of behavior.
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Accessing Local Supports & Community Resources in New Jersey
Virtual , United StatesParticipants will learn how to navigate trusted resource networks, access free or low-cost services, and connect with local organizations that support both immediate needs and long-term stability.
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Engaging Youth with VR Services – Tools that Aim to Make the Connection Easier
Virtual , United StatesPresented by Everett Deibler, RAISE & NTACT:C; Joined by YETI Special Guests: Erin Black, Jack Shumbo, and Kim Snow
- Youth-friendly guides
- Informational podcasts
- Practical recommendations for professionals
- Examples of how to use the resources in transition planning and youth engagement -
Parents As Champions Training Series – Evening Session
Virtual , United StatesDetails of the special education process, parental rights and responsibilities, and more.
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