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All workshops will be held from 7-9 p.m. in the Library Resource Room, 2nd floor, Marblehead High School. 2 Humphrey Street
Workshops are open to the public.
Upcoming Events
Monday
April 12, 2010 7:00 PM
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Talking To Your Child About Their Disability
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Susan Cameron
Cameron Consulting
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Monday
May 10, 2010 7:00 PM
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Basic Rights Workshop
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Tina Priftakis
Federation for Children with Special Needs
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Past Events
Monday
March 08, 2010 7:00 PM
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CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS -
A Review of 504 Plans
This workshop will explain new 504 Plan eligibility criteria under Federal Civil Rights Law and explore the protections provided for students with disabilities. Key differences between an IEP and 504 Plans will be discussed as well as standard and nonstandard accommodations that can be used in the classroom and for assessment.
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Jennifer Perlitch, Federation for Children with Special Needs
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Sorry for the last minute cancellation. |
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Monday
February 08, 2010 6:30 PM
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Labeled Disabled - A film by Maggie Doben
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Sponsored by the Eveleth/Glover PTO and SEACOM
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Please note the change in venue -
Marblehead Veterans Middle School
217 Pleasant Street
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Monday
January 11, 2010 7:00 PM
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Panel Discussion with the Marblehead Public School Principals
Featured Panelists:
Tom Desjardins, Principal, Bell
Mary Devlin, Principal, Glover/Eveleth
Mike Hanna, Principal, Village
Kristina Kyles, Assist. Principal of Curriculum & Instruction, MHS
Libby Moore, Principal, MVMS
Sean Satterfield, Principal, Coffin / Gerry
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Please join us in an informal discussion with the Principals from each school. This is a great opportunity for the Principals to speak to the SEACOM parents in a group setting and for parents to communicate their thoughts. |
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Monday
December 14, 2009 7:00 PM
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Disclosure: To Tell or Not to Tell
Many of us have struggled with the questions of why, when and how to share diagnostic information. How and when should we tell the child who has the disability? How and when do we share this information with his/her siblings? What about the extended family and others in the community, employers?
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Dorothy Lucci, M.Ed., C.A.G.S.
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Dot is a national consultant and speaker who specializes in the inclusion of children on the Autism Spectrum. She has an advanced degree from the Univ. of MA and is trained as a school psychologist with extensive background in neuropsychology while at the Boston Univ. Medical School. She holds teach |
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Monday
November 09, 2009 7:00 PM
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The Role of Recreational Activities in Promoting Quality of Life for Children with Disabilities
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Michael J. Cameron, Ph.D., BCBA
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Dr. Cameron, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, is the Program Director for the Program in Behavior Analysis and Assistant Professor of Special Education at Simmons College. He is also a professor of language and literacy. His research interests include: behavioral medicine, stimulus control tec |
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Monday
October 19, 2009 7:00 PM
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Why Assistive Technologies?
Children with developmental and learning challenges sometimes need assistive technology devices or services in order to benefit fully from social and academic placements and programs, and to participate with the greatest success and independence.
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Kathy Rielly, M.Ed., Ed.S. Assistive Technology
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Kathy Rielly provides Assistive Technology, educational, and family centered services and support for children with complex learning needs through the Integrated Center for Child Development in Canton and Newton, MA. |
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Monday
September 14, 2009 7:00 PM
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FALL KICKOFF MEETING
Please join us for coffee and an opportunity to receive updates and engage in discussions on the following important topics:
- Important news about the restructuring of the SPED Chairpersons responsibilities - presented by Robert Bellucci, Director of Student Services/AccountabilityMarblehead Public Schools
- Results of the recently completed parent survey
- Fall parent training workshop series
- SEACOM leadership transition and opportunities for you to get involved
- Other initiatives for the 2009 - 2010 school year
We will have time to field your questions, suggestions and concerns, as well as time for you to connect with other parents who share common concerns and challenges. SEACOM continues to expand its membership, and this is a great opportunity to continue your involvement, get involved if you haven't been in the past and learn about the ambitious initiatives we have planned for this year.
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Christopher Baylow and Jennifer Schaeffner
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Monday
May 11, 2009 7:30 PM
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Building the Skills that Build Social Capital in the Real World -
Marblehead High School
Library conference room - 2nd floor
Please note the change in time!!!!!
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Teresa Bolick, Ph.D
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Dr. Teresa Bolick is a licensed psychologist with a special interest in neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism and Asperger Syndrome. She currently provides evaluation and treatment to children, adolescents, and their families. She consults frequently to schools in New England. |
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Monday
April 13, 2009 7:00 PM
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Advocating for Children in Difficult Financial Times -
SWAMPSCOTT HIGH SCHOOL - 200 Essex St.
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Bob Gass, Executive Director of the Northshore Education Consortium
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Monday
March 09, 2009 7:00 PM
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POSTPONED
Advocating for Children During Difficult Financial Times - note workshop location - Swampscott High School, 200 Essex Street
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Bob Gass, Executive Director of the Northshore Education Consortium
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Currently, Bob is the Chair of the Board of Trustees of the South Shore Charter Public School in Norwell. He serves on the Board of the Massachusetts Organization of Educational Collaboratives and the Special Education Committee of MASC. He has presented at numerous state and national conferences o |
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Monday
February 09, 2009 7:00 PM
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Shut Up About.....Your Perfect Kid! The Movement of Imperfection
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Gina Gallagher and Patricia Konjoian, Authors of Shut Up About…Your Perfect Kid! The Movement of Imperfection
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In this 90-minute workshop, sisters Gina Gallagher and Patricia Konjoian, along with a former teacher, counselor, and psychiatric nurse share humorous anecdotes and practical and real advice that will have the parent of any child – abled or challenged -- appreciating the gifts every child has to be |
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Monday
January 12, 2009 7:00 PM
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Legal Issues Surrounding MCAS Accommodations and Extended Year / Summer Services
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Daniel T.S. Heffernan, Partner at the law firm of Kotin, Crabtree & Strong LLP
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As the spring semester begins, many families of children with special needs pursue MCAS accommodations and extended year / summer services with their school district. What services is my child entitled to? How does a parent or caregiver demonstrate need? What are the appropriate steps one takes to |
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Wednesday
December 10, 2008 7:00 PM
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Labeled Disabled - A documentary film by Maggie Doben
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*In partnership with The Swampscott Special Education Advisory Board and The Swampscott Task Force for Human Differences
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During the last decade, classroom teacher, Maggie Doben, has worked with early childhood students, helping them to explore and understand physical disabilities. The transformation of perception is an amazing process. Each year as the lessons begin, they reveal the stereotypes and discriminatory beha |
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Monday
December 08, 2008 7:00 PM
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Transition; Planning the Next Steps for Youth 14-22
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Jennifer Perlitch, Federation for Children With Special Needs
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This workshop addresses the issues related to designing the right curriculum and supports throughout high school so that the student will be on the right track for becoming self-sufficient and living independently after graduation. Strategies will be provided to translate dreams into IEP goals. |
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Monday
November 10, 2008 7:00 PM
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Marblehead Public Schools New Instructional Focus
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Michael Hanna, Curriculum Coordinator for the Marblehead Public Schools
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Michael Hanna, the MPS Curriculum Coordinator will speak about the new Instructional Focus that the MPS has implemented under Dr. Dulac, Superintendent. He will discuss the details of this focus and specifically how it relates to and is implemented for students with special needs. |
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Monday
October 20, 2008 7:00 PM
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Your Child with Special Needs – Making Their Future More Secure
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Jack Raycroft, MetDESK Specialist (MetLife’s Division of Estate Planning for Special Kids) and Attorney David Burbridge of Dalton & Finegold, LLP
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This workshop addresses government benefit eligibility, guardianship and conservatorship / guardian ad litem, financial security, special needs trusts / funding options. |
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Monday
September 08, 2008 7:00 PM
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SEACOM's 2008 Meet and Mingle
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Jennifer Schaeffner & Chrstopher Baylow, SEACOM Co-chairs
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Join us for coffee and an opportunity to connect with other parents who share common concerns, challenges and educational solutions; learn about SEACOM’s parent training programs scheduled for the 2008 – 2009 school year; find out how you can get involved in SEACOM |
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Wednesday
May 14, 2008 6:30 PM
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Special Education Basic Rights Workshop
NOTE WORKSHOP LOCATION:
Nahant Johnson School
290 Castle Road, Nahant, MA
In cooperation with SEABoard (Swampscott Special Education Advisory Board) and the Nahant SPED PAC
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Federation for Children with Special Needs
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This workshop provides families and professionals with an introduction to the rights and responsibilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Massachusetts Special Education Law and No Child Left Behind (NCLB). It is designed to help people learn how to be effective partne |
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Monday
May 12, 2008 7:00 PM
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Panel Discussion: Behavioral Therapy Strategies for Children With Behavioral Challenges and/or Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Michael J. Cameron, PhD, BCBA
Susan E. Cameron, Ed.S, BCBA
Lyn Snow, Ed. S
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Our panelist will engage in an informal discussion and Q&A with parents about behavioral intervention, transition from Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Discrete Trial Training (DTT) to incidental teaching and data collection in the classroom and at home, and understanding functional assessments. |
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Monday
April 14, 2008 7:00 PM
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How to Communicate Positively with Public School Personnel And How to Document Your Communications
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Attorney Clare Vann
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This workshop has been rescheduled from January 14, 2008. |
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Monday
March 10, 2008 7:00 PM
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Neuropsychological Evaluations for Your Child; why have one, what they consist of, how to interpret the results.
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Penny Prather, Ph.D., clinical and research neuropsychologist
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Monday
February 11, 2008 7:00 PM
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An IEP for My Child
Every child with a disability who receives special education services must have an Individual Education Program (IEP). This workshop takes parents step-by-step through the development of the IEP including how to articulate a Vision, using evaluations to write annual measurable goals and how to measure their child’s progress.
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Jennifer Perlitch, The Federation for Children with Special Needs
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Monday
November 05, 2007 7:00 PM
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Executive Functioning. Strategies for parents to use to help their children become more organized and productive in the classroom and at home.
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Sarah Ward, Speech & Language Pathologist
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Monday
October 15, 2007 7:00 PM
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An evening with our new superintendent. A unique opportunity to hear Dr. Dulac talk about the future of MPS and engage in a candid Q & A session with attendees.
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Dr. G. Paul Dulac, Superintendent of MPS
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Monday
September 10, 2007 7:00 PM
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The Challenges of Special Needs Temperaments, Typical Behavior Difficulties and Principles of an Effective Behavior Plan.
This workshop will address the following: 1)Temperaments of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD and the Learning Disabled Child 2)Typical behavior difficulties that occur at home and at school 3) Principles behind an Effective Behavior Plan and individualized behavioral planning.
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Dr. David I. Stember, Licensed Psychologist
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Tuesday
April 10, 2007 7:00 PM
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Join us in an open forum to discuss old and new business, updates to the web site and the creation of the on-line parent survey, opportunities to take an active role in SEACOM, and discuss future SEACOM parent training programs and other initiatives.
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SEACOM Co-Chairs Christopher Baylow and Jennifer Schaeffner
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Monday
March 12, 2007 7:00 PM
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Extended Year & Summer Services
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Robert Bellucci, (Chair, Special Ed. Dept, MPS) Chairs from Special Services Dept.
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Monday
February 12, 2007 7:00 PM
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Special Education & MCAS
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Johanne Pino, Public Education Specialist, Mass. Advocates for Children
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snow date (2/13/07) |
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Add/Edit Events
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| | 5/10/2010 7:00:00 PM | Basic Rights Workshop | Tina Priftakis
Federation for Children with Special Needs |
| | 4/12/2010 7:00:00 PM | Talking To Your Child About Their Disability | Susan Cameron
Cameron Consulting |
| | 3/8/2010 7:00:00 PM | CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS -
A Review of 504 Plans
This workshop will explain new 504 Plan eligibility criteria under Federal Civil Rights Law and explore the protections provided for students with disabilities. Key differences between an IEP and 504 Plans will be discussed as well as standard and nonstandard accommodations that can be used in the classroom and for assessment. | Jennifer Perlitch, Federation for Children with Special Needs |
| | 2/8/2010 6:30:00 PM | Labeled Disabled - A film by Maggie Doben
Doors will open at 6pm
| Sponsored by the Eveleth/Glover PTO and SEACOM |
| | 1/11/2010 7:00:00 PM | Panel Discussion with the Marblehead Public School Principals
Featured Panelists:
Tom Desjardins, Principal, Bell
Mary Devlin, Principal, Glover/Eveleth
Mike Hanna, Principal, Village
Kristina Kyles, Assist. Principal of Curriculum & Instruction, MHS
Libby Moore, Principal, MVMS
Sean Satterfield, Principal, Coffin / Gerry | |
| | 12/14/2009 7:00:00 PM | Disclosure: To Tell or Not to Tell
Many of us have struggled with the questions of why, when and how to share diagnostic information. How and when should we tell the child who has the disability? How and when do we share this information with his/her siblings? What about the extended family and others in the community, employers? | Dorothy Lucci, M.Ed., C.A.G.S. |
| | 11/9/2009 7:00:00 PM | The Role of Recreational Activities in Promoting Quality of Life for Children with Disabilities
| Michael J. Cameron, Ph.D., BCBA |
| | 10/19/2009 7:00:00 PM | Why Assistive Technologies?
Children with developmental and learning challenges sometimes need assistive technology devices or services in order to benefit fully from social and academic placements and programs, and to participate with the greatest success and independence. | Kathy Rielly, M.Ed., Ed.S. Assistive Technology |
| | 9/14/2009 7:00:00 PM | FALL KICKOFF MEETING
Please join us for coffee and an opportunity to receive updates and engage in discussions on the following important topics:
- Important news about the restructuring of the SPED Chairpersons responsibilities - presented by Robert Bellucci, Director of Student Services/AccountabilityMarblehead Public Schools
- Results of the recently completed parent survey
- Fall parent training workshop series
- SEACOM leadership transition and opportunities for you to get involved
- Other initiatives for the 2009 - 2010 school year
We will have time to field your questions, suggestions and concerns, as well as time for you to connect with other parents who share common concerns and challenges. SEACOM continues to expand its membership, and this is a great opportunity to continue your involvement, get involved if you haven't been in the past and learn about the ambitious initiatives we have planned for this year. | Christopher Baylow and Jennifer Schaeffner |
| | 5/11/2009 7:30:00 PM | Building the Skills that Build Social Capital in the Real World -
Marblehead High School
Library conference room - 2nd floor
Please note the change in time!!!!! | Teresa Bolick, Ph.D |
| | 4/13/2009 7:00:00 PM | Advocating for Children in Difficult Financial Times -
SWAMPSCOTT HIGH SCHOOL - 200 Essex St. | Bob Gass, Executive Director of the Northshore Education Consortium |
| | 3/9/2009 7:00:00 PM | POSTPONED
Advocating for Children During Difficult Financial Times - note workshop location - Swampscott High School, 200 Essex Street | Bob Gass, Executive Director of the Northshore Education Consortium |
| | 2/9/2009 7:00:00 PM | Shut Up About.....Your Perfect Kid! The Movement of Imperfection | Gina Gallagher and Patricia Konjoian, Authors of Shut Up About…Your Perfect Kid! The Movement of Imperfection |
| | 1/12/2009 7:00:00 PM | Legal Issues Surrounding MCAS Accommodations and Extended Year / Summer Services | Daniel T.S. Heffernan, Partner at the law firm of Kotin, Crabtree & Strong LLP |
| | 12/10/2008 7:00:00 PM | Labeled Disabled - A documentary film by Maggie Doben | *In partnership with The Swampscott Special Education Advisory Board and The Swampscott Task Force for Human Differences |
| | 12/8/2008 7:00:00 PM | Transition; Planning the Next Steps for Youth 14-22 | Jennifer Perlitch, Federation for Children With Special Needs |
| | 11/10/2008 7:00:00 PM | Marblehead Public Schools New Instructional Focus | Michael Hanna, Curriculum Coordinator for the Marblehead Public Schools |
| | 10/20/2008 7:00:00 PM | Your Child with Special Needs – Making Their Future More Secure | Jack Raycroft, MetDESK Specialist (MetLife’s Division of Estate Planning for Special Kids) and Attorney David Burbridge of Dalton & Finegold, LLP |
| | 9/8/2008 7:00:00 PM | SEACOM's 2008 Meet and Mingle | Jennifer Schaeffner & Chrstopher Baylow, SEACOM Co-chairs |
| | 5/14/2008 6:30:00 PM | Special Education Basic Rights Workshop
NOTE WORKSHOP LOCATION:
Nahant Johnson School
290 Castle Road, Nahant, MA
In cooperation with SEABoard (Swampscott Special Education Advisory Board) and the Nahant SPED PAC | Federation for Children with Special Needs
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| | 5/12/2008 7:00:00 PM | Panel Discussion: Behavioral Therapy Strategies for Children With Behavioral Challenges and/or Autism Spectrum Disorders | Michael J. Cameron, PhD, BCBA
Susan E. Cameron, Ed.S, BCBA
Lyn Snow, Ed. S |
| | 4/14/2008 7:00:00 PM | How to Communicate Positively with Public School Personnel And How to Document Your Communications | Attorney Clare Vann |
| | 3/10/2008 7:00:00 PM | Neuropsychological Evaluations for Your Child; why have one, what they consist of, how to interpret the results. | Penny Prather, Ph.D., clinical and research neuropsychologist |
| | 2/11/2008 7:00:00 PM | An IEP for My Child
Every child with a disability who receives special education services must have an Individual Education Program (IEP). This workshop takes parents step-by-step through the development of the IEP including how to articulate a Vision, using evaluations to write annual measurable goals and how to measure their child’s progress. | Jennifer Perlitch, The Federation for Children with Special Needs |
| | 11/5/2007 7:00:00 PM | Executive Functioning. Strategies for parents to use to help their children become more organized and productive in the classroom and at home. | Sarah Ward, Speech & Language Pathologist |
| | 10/15/2007 7:00:00 PM | An evening with our new superintendent. A unique opportunity to hear Dr. Dulac talk about the future of MPS and engage in a candid Q & A session with attendees. | Dr. G. Paul Dulac, Superintendent of MPS |
| | 9/10/2007 7:00:00 PM | The Challenges of Special Needs Temperaments, Typical Behavior Difficulties and Principles of an Effective Behavior Plan.
This workshop will address the following: 1)Temperaments of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD and the Learning Disabled Child 2)Typical behavior difficulties that occur at home and at school 3) Principles behind an Effective Behavior Plan and individualized behavioral planning. | Dr. David I. Stember, Licensed Psychologist |
| | 8/26/2007 7:00:00 PM | No meetings in the month of April | |
| | 5/14/2007 7:00:00 PM | Parents Rights Workshop | Representative from Federation of Children With Special Needs |
| | 4/10/2007 7:00:00 PM | Join us in an open forum to discuss old and new business, updates to the web site and the creation of the on-line parent survey, opportunities to take an active role in SEACOM, and discuss future SEACOM parent training programs and other initiatives. | SEACOM Co-Chairs Christopher Baylow and Jennifer Schaeffner |
| | 3/12/2007 7:00:00 PM | Extended Year & Summer Services | Robert Bellucci, (Chair, Special Ed. Dept, MPS) Chairs from Special Services Dept. |
| | 2/12/2007 7:00:00 PM | Special Education & MCAS | Johanne Pino, Public Education Specialist, Mass. Advocates for Children |
| | 1/8/2007 7:00:00 PM | Changes to Special Education Law IDEA 2004 | Attorney Dan Heffernan |
| | 11/13/2006 7:00:00 PM | SEACOM Kick-Off Meeting | SEACOM Co-Chairs Christopher Baylow and Jennifer Schaeffner |
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