New Special Education Parent Liaison for HCPSS
In her new role as special education parent liaison for the Howard County Public School System, Trish Gunshore spends her time talking with parents as well as collaborating with the…
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College for Students with Disabilities
A Guide for Students, Families, and Educators There are many pathways to achieve independence through higher education. The College for Students with Disabilities: A Guide for Students Families, and Educators from…
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AUSOM 25th Anniversary Gala
Over 300 guests gathered on April 28, 2018 at Turf Valley Resort to mark the Autism Society of Maryland’s 25th Anniversary! It was a milestone celebration that recognized the organization’s…
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Graduation Participation for Students with Disabilities Seeking a High School Diploma
Howard County Public School System, Department of Special Education April 19, 2018 A change in practice has been implemented for students with disabilities who are seeking a high school diploma.…
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Transition Planning Guide for Individuals with Disabilities
Maryland State Department of Education The MSDE Transition Planning Guide for Individuals with Disabilities (2017) provides information to students, parents/guardians, educators, and community agencies about the transition process.
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HCPSS Special Education Annual Update
Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) March 22, 2018 Dr. Terrell Savage, HCPSS acting executive director of special education, and members of her staff shared school system efforts to support…
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Making the Unfamiliar Familiar: Children with Disabilities in Child Care Settings
By Christie Timms Maryland Learning Links When child care providers have difficulties with children who have disabilities, it’s often a case of the provider simply never having worked with a…
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25th Anniversary Gala Tickets On Sale Now!
Join us as we celebrate our 25th Anniversary on April 28, 2018, 7pm at Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City! CLICK HERE to purchase tickets and sponsorships online.
Parental Consent and IEPs: Important Changes to Maryland Law
Presented by Leslie Seid Margolis, Managing Attorney, Disability Rights Maryland January 29, 2018 In July, a new Maryland law took effect to expand the rights of parents in the special…
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Extended School Year Eligibility and Services
A Presentation by the Howard County Public School System Extended School Year (ESY) is the continuation of certain Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals related to critical life skills beyond the…
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