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SUMMARY:Compensatory Education / Recovery Services for Special Education
DESCRIPTION:An informational webinar for parents and families on IEP implementation and compensatory education/recovery services for students who have an Individualized Education Program (ages 3-21). As students return to in-person learning\, a team will evaluate​ your child’s progress—considering progress prior to the COVID19 school closures\, during the closures and virtual learning\, and present levels​ to ​determine if compensatory education/recovery services are required. This webinar will review frequently asked questions and provide guidance on how parents can prepare for discussions with their IEP/school team. \nHosted by the HCPSS Department of Special Education\, Special Education Community Advisory Committee\, and the Autism Society of Maryland. \nFREE to attend but Registration Required to received the Webex login by email.  CLICK TO REGISTER  \n  \n\n\n\n​​​​​​​\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/compensatory-education-recovery-services-for-special-education/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210419T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
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SUMMARY:You're Child's Just Been Diagnosed With Autism.  Now What?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Parent Panel targeted for newly diagnosed families / families with young children on the spectrum.  Learn from other parents of children at various stages of the autism journey – from elementary to adults in their 30’s —  what they wish they knew then\, what helped them get through the challenging early days\, and their message of hope and understanding for you.  CLICK to register.   \nYou may submit questions for our panelists as you register or ask during the session.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/youre-childs-just-been-diagnosed-with-autism-now-what/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20210401T195522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T232241Z
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SUMMARY:Professionals Rocking the Spectrum: Neurodiversity Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening discussion with career professionals sharing their experiences from diagnosis to their unique perspectives and contributions in their fields over the course of their careers. Held in partnership with AUSOM and Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab All About Autism Club.  Panelists will include: \n\n\n\nCharles (Chuck) Cooperman – APL\, Electrical Engineer\, Boasts a thriving career with US government including multiple patents\nLars Perner\, PhD.\, USC Marshall\, Asst. Professor of Clinical Marketing – Established authority on consumer behavior\nShawn Riley\, DarkLight\, Cyber Security Senior Advisor – Industry Leader and cyber security visionary\nZosia Zaks\, Towson Univ. / Hussman Center – Manager of Programs & Education and Author\n\n\n\nCLICK FOR ZOOM LINK \nPasscode: 156891 \n  \n*Note:  The session will be recorded and posted on our site. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/professionals-rocking-the-spectrum-neurodiversity-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20210204T014159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T014419Z
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SUMMARY:Occupational Therapy for Children & Adolescents: It's About More Than Writing!
DESCRIPTION:In this talk\, Aaron Dallman\, PhD\, OTR/L – Towson University\, will review the importance of mental health in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. He will discuss early risk factors in the identification of mental health challenges (like depression and anxiety) in children with autism. Attendees will also leave the presentation with practical tools that optimize mental health for all children. The talk will also discuss the diverse roles of occupational therapists in supporting the mental health of adolescents on the autism spectrum. Participants will learn how occupational therapists and families can collaborate to ensure children on the autism spectrum thrive.\n\nPart of the Brown Bag Workshop Series sponsored by AUSOM and Pathfinders for Autism. Free to attend but registration required.\n\nCLICK to register.  
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/occupational-therapy-for-children-adolescents-its-about-more-than-writing/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20210204T010528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T022625Z
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SUMMARY:Extended School Year (ESY): What to Expect in 2021
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, February 9\, from 6:30-8:00pm for the webinar\, Extended School Year (ESY): What to Expect in 2021\, sponsored by the Howard County Public School System’s Department of Special Education (HCPSS-DSE)\, Special Education Citizens Advisory Council (SECAC)\, and Autism Society of Maryland (HCAS). The webinar\, which is part of the Parent Empowerment Series\, will take place in two parts on February 9. \nPART 1 – 6:30pm to 7:15pm \nWhat is ESY\, Who is Eligible\, and What are the Plans for 2021? \nPart 1 will be a presentation of information on: \n*  Extended School Year (ESY) services offered through HCPSS\n*  Eligibility criteria\n*  The timeline for ESY eligibility meetings and determinations\n*  ESY 2021 details – when\, where\, how (hybrid or in-person) \nPresenters: \nJanice Yetter – Director\, Department of Special Education\, HCPSS \nMarcella Randall – ESY Consultant\, HCPSS \nPART 2 – 7:20pm to 8:00pm \nParent Participation in ESY Planning / Q&A \nPart 2 will offer tips to help parents prepare for ESY discussions\, including: \n*  Information to document and share at the meeting\n* How to prioritize goals\n*  Questions to ask during the ESY meeting \nPresenters: \nBeth Benevides – Parent Advocate\, Autism Society of Maryland / Hussman Institute for Autism \nLeslie Seid Margolis – Managing Attorney\, Disability Rights Maryland \nJanice Yetter – Director\, Department of Special Education\, HCPSS \nCLICK TO REGISTER \nSubmit questions when you register. There will also be time for Q & A during the webinar. \nFREE to attend but REGISTRATION is REQUIRED to receive the Webex login by email. \nQuestions? Contact 410-290-3466 or melissa.rosenberg@autismsocietymd.org
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/extended-school-year-esy-what-to-expect-in-2021/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210131T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210131T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20210112T221817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T223759Z
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SUMMARY:Apoyando a las familias de habla hispana que tienen niños con discapacidades
DESCRIPTION:¿Qué? Venga a aprender cómo ayudarle a su niño/a\ncon el aprendizaje virtual. Este taller se\nenfocará en el uso de Google Meet y Canvas. \n¿Cuándo? Domingo\, 31 de enero de las 2 a las 4:30 p.m. \n¿Dónde? Google Meet Code –\nmeet.google.com/wkm-jcqx-dcq\nDebe usar el código de Canvas de su niño/a\npara accesar este google meet \n  \nSponsored by Howard County Public School System\, Autism Society of Maryland\, Howard County SECAC and Parents Place of Maryland.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/apoyando-a-las-familias-de-habla-hispana-que-tienen-ninos-con-discapacidades/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20210115T184323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210115T184920Z
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SUMMARY:IEP Accommodations in the Virtual Environment
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a webinar on Special Education during COVID-19 \nSupplementary Aids and Services (Accommodations) in the Virtual Environment: How to Ensure IEP Accommodations are Provided \nThursday\, January 21\, from 6:30-7:30pm \nFamilies often mention the lack of follow through or “adaptation” of certain supplementary aids and services in the virtual environment. This webinar will address: \n\nThe importance of supplementary aids and services for student success\nThe legal requirements behind this section of the IEP and ASDM plan\nTips on how to address issues with teachers and the IEP team\nIdeas on specific kinds of accommodations for virtual learning\n\nFamilies are encouraged to have their IEPS on hand to follow along during the discussion. \nSpeakers: \nBeth Benevides\, Autism Society of Maryland(HCAS)/Hussman Institute for Autism \nLeslie Seid Margolis\, Disability Rights Maryland (DRM) \nYvonne Cox\, Instructional Interventions\, Howard County Public Schools (HCPSS) \nPlease submit your questions for the presenters as you register.  There will be time for Q&A during the webinar. \nFREE to attend but REGISTRATION is REQUIRED to receive the Webex login by email! \nCLICK TO REGISTER \n\nQuestions?   Contact 410-290-3466 or melissa.rosenberg@autismsocietymd.org
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/supplementary-aids-services-accommodations-in-the-virtual-environment-how-to-ensure-iep-accommodations-are-provided/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20201010T123457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201010T123457Z
UID:10001073-1607515200-1607520600@autismsocietymd.org
SUMMARY:ABCs of Challenging Behavior Management
DESCRIPTION:Join Catherine Judkins\, M.Ed.\,BCBA\, LBA and Clinical Director at Verbal Beginnings  for this presentation that reviews common reasons challenging behaviors (tantrums\, whining\, aggression) may occur. Additionally\, strategies that parents can use to address these behaviors at home will be covered. \nThe webinar is free to attend\, but registration is required. Prior to the fair\, a Zoom link will be sent to you. \nPresented in partnership with Pathfinders for Autism. \nCLICK TO REGISTER \n 
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/abcs-of-challenging-behavior-management/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20201124T041045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201129T195846Z
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SUMMARY:Q1 is Done. Let's Talk! An Open Forum on Special Education
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an AUSOM and SECAC open forum\non Special Education during COVID-19 \nQ1 is Done. Let’s Talk!\nWhat’s working and what isn’t working? \nThursday\, December 3\, 2020 from 6:30-7:30pm \nDoes the Q1 report card/progress report accurately reflect your child’s progress? \nAre you receiving adequate correspondence? \nIs your child’s IEP fully implemented? \nAre the accommodations and supplementary aids provided? \nDo you need specific parent training? \nIf you could change anything (aside from getting kids back to school safely) what would that be? \nLet us hear from you on these and other important questions! \nFREE to Attend but REGISTRATION REQUIRED to receive the Webex login! \nClick HERE to register
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/5688/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20201027T024413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201129T194652Z
UID:10001087-1606935600-1606941000@autismsocietymd.org
SUMMARY:You Can't Drink From An Empty Cup: Supporting Your Own Social & Emotional Well-Being
DESCRIPTION:How is YOUR Social & Emotional Health? \nDesigned for Moms\, Dads and Caregivers\, this session is led by Stacy Hurley\, LCSW-C\, AUSOM Family Navigator and Brad Bernstein\, LCPC\, Crossroads Psychological Associates. \nTogether they will help you survive the roller-coaster of parenting a special needs child through online education\, COVID…and the holidays! \nCLICK TO REGISTER
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/you-cant-drink-from-an-empty-cup-supporting-your-own-social-emotional-well-being/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,General Support
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201002
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20200915T202048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200915T202048Z
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SUMMARY:HCPSS Parent Empowerment Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Howard County Public School System’s Department of Special Education invites parents\, guardians and all caregivers to participate in the virtual 2nd annual Parent Empowerment Conference September 29-October 1. Two sessions will be offered each night\, at 6:30-7:30 p.m. and 7:45-8:45 p.m. Conference registrants may choose to participate in as many sessions as they wish. \nSessions will be led by HCPSS Special Education staff and community partner organizations on topics related to supporting your child and participating in the IEP process during virtual learning. Participants will have opportunities to engage in discussions\, ask questions and learn how to use tools to support success and reduce stress during virtual learning. Both seasoned parents/guardians and those new to special education will learn how to advocate for their children and be active and informed members of the IEP team. \nThe conference is free and open to anyone interested. Online registration is required no later than 5 p.m. on Monday\, September 28. Each registrant will receive an email providing a description of all sessions\, including the date\, time and Google Meet links. Participants are encouraged to connect to each session early\, as the space available is limited to 250 people per session. A powerpoint presentation for each session will be posted on the HCPSS Special Education website following the conference sessions. \nPlease email FSRC@hcpss.org with any questions or for assistance. \n 
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/hcpss-parent-empowerment-conference/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20200904T015708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200904T015708Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Alternative Service Delivery Plan: Preparing for Initial Conferences With Your Child's Special Educator
DESCRIPTION:Registration coming soon! \nJoin us for this third in a series of workshops discussing special education during COVID-19  \nWhat is an Alternative Service Delivery Model plan? What is included and who decides what goes into the plan? How can parents prepare and participate in discussions with their child’s special educator as school begins? This webinar will answer these important questions and provide parents with a step-by-step review of the ASDM plan and timeline. It will also provide tips on how parents may prepare for their initial conferences with their child’s special education case manager\, what information is most important to provide\, and what questions are most important to ask. \nPresenters: \nBeth Benevides\, AUSOM Parent Advocate \nLeslie Seid Margolis\, Managing Attorney\, Disability Rights Maryland \nPatricia Gunshore\, Coordinator of Compliance\, Nonpublic Services & Family Support\, HCPSS​​​​​​​ \nFREE TO ATTEND BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED ​​​​​​​to receive the Webex Login. 
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/understanding-the-alternative-service-delivery-plan-preparing-for-initial-conferences-with-your-childs-special-educator/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20200728T173553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200728T222113Z
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SUMMARY:Frogs in our Watershed
DESCRIPTION:Join a Howard County Conservancy (HCC) educator and learn about the animals in your own backyard! \nAUSOM is thrilled to partner with the HCC on this environmental education session designed for elementary-aged children. \nFREE to participate by REGISTRATION REQUIRED! \nRegister by 11:30pm on August 16th and receive by e-mail: \n*  Videoconference login information \n*  Instructions on the Frogs in the Watershed session \n 
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/frogs-in-our-watershed/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20200721T190614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200721T191615Z
UID:10001004-1595937600-1595941200@autismsocietymd.org
SUMMARY:Tiny but Mighty: The Powerful Pollinator! with Howard County Conservancy
DESCRIPTION:TINY BUT MIGHTY THE POWERFUL POLLINATOR \nJoin a Howard County Conservancy educator and learn about the animals in your own backyard! \nLearn how pollination works by dissecting a flower and how this process benefits people.  Identify which flowers are preferred by which pollinators and how flowers have adapted to attract their pollinator partners. \nAUSOM is thrilled to partner with the Howard County Conservancy on this environmental education session which is designed for elementary-aged children. Remember to bring a flower to the session to work with!  \nFREE to participate but REGISTRATION REQUIRED! \nRegister by 11:30pm on July 26th and receive by e-mail: \n*  Videoconference login information \n*  Instructions on the Powerful Pollinator session \nAbout the Howard County Conservancy:  The mission of the Howard County Conservancy is to educate children and adults about our natural world\, preserve the land and its legacy for future generations and model responsible stewardship of our environment.  Received by the Conservancy in 1993 by Ruth and Frances Brown\, Mt. Pleasant is a 325-year-old farm now operated as a nature reserve and educational facility. The Gudelsky Environmental Education Center\, on-site at Mt. Pleasant\, is Howard County’s first nature center\, opening in 2005. The Conservancy\, originally founded in 1990 as a private\, nonprofit land trust\, today has a dual mission of preserving land in Howard County and providing educational programs.  Dedicated to educating youth and adults about environmental stewardship and ecosystems\, the Conservancy focuses its programs on local animal and plant life found in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The Conservancy has been educating Howard County youth since 1997\, and has been an Educational Partner with the Howard County Public School System since 2003.  Located on 232 acres of rolling hills\, with a variety of habitats\, Mt. Pleasant is ideally suited for nature study and exploration. Mt. Pleasant is home to more than 140 species of birds and other wildlife\, and offers beautiful vistas of the Patapsco Valley – all just 15 minutes from Columbia.  Mt. Pleasant Farm’s historic buildings include the farmhouse which encompasses the original log cabin\, a carriage house\, blacksmith shop\, bank barn\, wagon shed\, corn crib\, smokehouse\, and two hen houses. Mature hardwoods\, historic gardens and trees\, and an heirloom orchard surround the farmhouse and outbuildings.  The Conservancy maintains a number of active partnerships with a variety of organizations for its education programs\, public events\, land conservation\, and Mt. Pleasant restoration. These include a Howard County Public School System Educational Partnership\, and partnerships with Howard County Master Gardeners\, Howard County Recreation & Parks Department\, the Howard County Bird Club\, Howard County Beekeepers\, the Howard County Blacksmith Guild and others.  Learn more at: https://www.howardnature.org/about-us/
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/tiny-but-mighty-the-powerful-pollinator-with-howard-county-conservancy/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20200717T005606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200717T010949Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschooling Children with Special Education Needs: Important Considerations
DESCRIPTION:Join the Autism Society of Maryland and Howard County SECAC on July 22nd at 2pm for this timely presentation on homeschooling–specifically\, what it is and what it isn’t–for parents\, guardians and caregivers to become informed about:  \n* Differences between traditional homeschooling and teaching children at home during the pandemic * Eligibility requirements for home and hospital instruction  \n* State and county requirements for homeschooling  \n* Important considerations in the decision to withdraw students with IEPs from public school  \n* The impact on services such as the Autism Waiver and the transition process  \nGuest Speakers: Leslie Seid Margolis\, Managing Attorney\, Disability Rights Maryland Patricia Gunshore\, Coordinator of Compliance\, Nonpublic Services\, and Family Support\, HCPSS  \nVia videoconference – FREE but registration required https://buff.ly/3eD1n22 \nRegister by Midnight on July 20 and receive\, by e-mail\, the videoconference login and seminar materials.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/homeschooling-and-special-needs-education-important-considerations/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200708T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083930
CREATED:20200623T010212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T023858Z
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SUMMARY:Updates on MD Autism Waiver During COVID-19 and Beyond: Speaker - Sheri Weissman\, LCSW\, C-ASWCM
DESCRIPTION:Via videoconference – FREE to Attend but REGISTRATION REQUIRED! \nJoin us to learn about important changes to the Autism Waiver during COVID-19 including: \n*An extension of services for youth who would otherwise be leaving school/aging out on June 30\, 2020. (Please visit our website for additional information and documents regarding this extension for transitioning youth). \n*Allowances for parents to be paid for “instructional” hours \n* Allowances for siblings to be paid for respite hours. \n*How has COVID impacted the process of onboarding new families? \n*And what about the current wait list and other challenges for families in need of services? \n  \nABOUT THE SPEAKER:  Sheri Weisman is Director of Autism Services for The Coordinating Center\, an organization committed to children\, young adults and older individuals\, as well as their family members\, who have the most challenging health care needs\, disabilities\, and related concerns.  Herresponsibilities include overseeing the case management of close to 200 children and young adults on the Maryland Autism Waiver\, advocating on behalf of individuals with autism at the state level\, and participating in various workgroups with the Maryland State Department of Education and Maryland Department of Health to help inform the implementation of the Autism Waiver. She also participated in a sibling support workgroup through the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council and was an initial stakeholder in the development of employment opportunities for transitioning youth with autism on the Eastern Shore. In addition\, Sherri served on a panel at one of the MD Commission on Autism’s quarterly meetings and co-presented on person-centered planning with families of individuals with ASD at the University of Maryland\, Baltimore School of Social Work. She currently serves on NASW’s behavioral health committee and co-chair the Autism Waiver Advisory Board meetings. \n\n\nRegister by Midnight on July 6 and receive\, by e-mail\, the videoconference login and seminar materials. \n\nIf you have questions for Ms. Weissman to address during the seminar\, please submit them during registration. \nQuestions?   Contact 410-290-3466 or melissa.rosenberg@autismsocietymd.org
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/updates-on-md-autism-waiver-during-covid-19-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: SSI & SSDI for Young Adults with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) are disability income benefit programs administered by the Social Security Administration. Presenter Michael Dalto will review the application process and share details about SSI and SSDI for young adults with disabilities.  Additional topics include work incentives and the ABLE account as tools to support employment while receiving benefits. \nRegister by 11:30pm on May 18 and receive by e-mail: \n·  the videoconference login information \n·  workshop materials (PowerPoint) to preview \nProofread your e-mail address! \nIf you have a question for Mr. Dalto to address as part of the workshop\, please enter it in the memo line above the reCAPTCHA box. \nThere will also be an opportunity to ask questions during the Q&A at the end of the session. \nFor accommodations\, please contact the HCPSS Family Support & Resource Center at 410-313-716 or FSRC@hcpss.org by May 6. \n*This was a previously scheduled workshop.  If you registered for the March 26th session\, we are asking that you re-register for this date.  \nSponsored by the Transition Outreach Partnership \nVia videoconference – FREE but REGISTRATION REQUIRED! \nCLICK TO REGISTER
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/online-ssi-ssdi-for-young-adults-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200502T090000
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Behavior Supports At Home & School - Annual FAPE Educational Conference
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed and will be rescheduled for Fall 2020.\n  \n  \nJoin AUSOM for this Annual FAPE/Educational Conference with Presenter Debra Leach\, Ed.D.\, BCBA \n\nSaturday\, May 2\, 2020  – 9:00am – 4:00pm \nHarpers Choice Middle School\, 5450 Beaverkill Road . Columbia\, MD 21044 \n\n$30 Registration Fee (Includes Lunch) \nOption to pre-purchase a copy of Dr. Leach’s book\, Behavior Supports at Home & Schools for Students with ASD\, for $25 at time of registration\, a 40% savings off the list price.  Must order by 4/3/20.  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?  Educators\, school staff\, parents and caregivers who support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other disabilities. \nWHAT WILL BE COVERED?  This practical workshop will prepare you to address common behavior challenges of students with ASD with skill\, insight\, and compassion. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the characteristics students with ASD may have and how those traits impact performance in classrooms\, at home\, and in the community. Guidance on using this information to enhance the functional behavior assessment (FBA)\, behavior intervention plan (BIP)\, and multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) processes will be provided. As a result\, you will learn how to support students with ASD using evidence-based practices\, resolve or reduce behavior challenges\, and strengthen academic and social-emotional outcomes for every learner. \n\nAbout our presenter: Deb Leach\, Ed.D.\, BCBA is a consultant who specializes in working with educators and families to support them with meeting the needs of students with ASD. She is the author of three books\, multiple journal articles\, and she was a special education professor for twelve years prior to working as a consultant full time. Her research and expertise are focused on inclusive practices\, positive behavioral interventions and supports\, multi-tiered systems of support\, and applied behavior analysis. \nSponsored by the Autism Society of Maryland\, Howard County Public School System and Family Support and Resource Center/HCPSS through a grant from Howard County\, MD \nQUESTIONS?? Call 410-290-3466 or email info@autismsocietymd.org \nCLICK TO REGISTER \nRegistration closes 4/24/20 \nCLICK for FLYER
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/behavior-supports-at-home-school-annual-fape-educational-conference/
LOCATION:Harpers Choice Middle School\, 5450 Beaverkill Road Columbia\, MD 21044\, 5450 Beaverkill Road\, Columbia\, Maryland\, 21044
CATEGORIES:Education
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