Special Education Meetings

Here are a few upcoming events on special education in Howard County.

SOCIALIZING YOUR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILD

Wednesday, February 21st 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Faulkner Ridge Center, 10598 Marble Faun Ct Columbia

Dawn Czahor and Mike Eisenstein from Hammond Middle School will discuss their program "Peer Buddies.” Tracy Parent, Special Educator and parent, will talk about independence and what it means for children within school, home, community, and work settings. RSVP to Kelly Dunning kdunning@abilitiesnetwork.org or 443-562-4772.

PARENTS’ BASIC RIGHTS IN THE SPECIAL EDUCATION PROCESS

Tuesday, February 27th 7:00 – 9:00 .p.m.

Faulkner Ridge Center, Columbia

This workshop reviews the process for identifying a child in need of special education or a 504 plan and discusses strategies for negotiating within the system. Call (410) 313-7161 to register. Refreshments and door prizes provided.

SIBSHOPS

Saturday March 3, 10 & 17 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Arc of Howard County, Ellicott City

Sibshops is a celebration of the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of kids with special health or developmental needs. Geared to children ages 4 to 7, it’s as a safe place to talk about the good and not so good parts about having a sibling with special needs while taking part in fun games, activities and art projects. For more information or to register call 1-800-999-9442 x5169

Source: HCPSS Office of Special Education eSchoolnewsletter
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