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Louise,<br>
I'm on the CCHS parent list serve and just realized I didn't see this
announcement either yesterday or today. Three of the workshops are
tomorrow/Thursday. If this doesn't go out until Thursday morning, could
you please include a heading: <b>Workshops Tonight for Parents of
Teens with Learning Challenges</b><br>
Thanks,<br>
Leslie<br>
Concord SEPAC Corresponding Secretary<br>
<br>
On Thursday evening, October 16th, Concord SEPAC is hosting a workshop
called <b class="moz-txt-star"><span class="moz-txt-tag">*</span>Transition
to Work for Young People with Learning Disabilities<span
class="moz-txt-tag">*</span></b>. The presenter, Barbara Bissonnette,
will provide practical strategies that parents can use to help their
adolescent succeed in the critical first work experiences. The workshop
is from 7:00-9:00 in the Alcott School auditorium. See <a
class="moz-txt-link-freetext"
href="http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html">http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html</a>
<a class="moz-txt-link-rfc2396E"
href="http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html"><http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html></a>for
more details.
<br>
<br>
Also on October 16th, the Lincoln Sudbury SpedPac is hosting Renee and
Marvin Goldberg's workshop, <b>*College Planning for those with
Attention or Learning Differences. * </b>The workshop will address
considerations specific to college-bound students with learning
challenges, and recommend a plan of action. The workshop is free and
will be held at Lincoln Sudbury Regional High School from 7:00-9:00.
See <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext"
href="http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html">http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html</a>
<a class="moz-txt-link-rfc2396E"
href="http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html"><http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html></a>for
more details.
<br>
<br>
On October 22, the Federation for Children with Special Needs is
presenting their <b class="moz-txt-star"><span class="moz-txt-tag">*</span>Understanding
your Basic Rights Workshop<span class="moz-txt-tag">*</span></b> from
7:00 -9:00 pm at the Ripley Building. The workshop provides families
with an introduction to their rights mandated by the Individuals with
Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Massachusetts Special Education Law,
and No Child Left Behind. It is designed to help parents learn how to
be effective partners with the school in deciding their child's
eligibility for special education, planning services, and monitoring
the progress of their child. The workshop is free. In order to insure
sufficient handouts, please sign up by emailing <a
class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:register@fcsn.org">register@fcsn.org</a>.
<br>
<br>
On October 16th, Ellen Chambers, president of SPEDWatch, is presenting
her *<b>Basic Rights: Denied *</b>workshop. /(There will be other
opportunities to attend this workshop throughout the year at other
locations.) /Parents will learn how to handle the most common obstacles
they may face at each stage of the special education process. The
workshop will be held at Minute Man Arc, 130C Baker Avenue Extension,
from 6:00-9:00, and costs $35 ($25 for SPEDWatch members). See <a
class="moz-txt-link-freetext"
href="http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html">http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html</a>
<a class="moz-txt-link-rfc2396E"
href="http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html"><http://www.concordspedpac.org/Calendar.html></a>for
more details.
<br>
<br>
Louisa Coleman wrote on Oct 14:
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<pre wrap="">Yes, it was sent to late. I will send it out today.
Louise Coleman
Concord-Carlisle High School
500 Walden Street
Concord, MA 01742
<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:lcoleman@colonial.net">lcoleman@colonial.net</a>
978-341-2490 x7101
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