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SUMMARY:2024 Conference "Change Begins with You: Using Your Voice to Make a Difference"
DESCRIPTION:“Change Begins with You: Using Your Voice to Make a Difference” \nOur 2024 Annual Conference “Change Begins with You – Using Your Voice to Make a Difference” was held on April 2\, 2024\, at the UVM Davis Center from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nThis year our event began with a welcome from VFN’s Executive Director\, Jacqui Kelleher\, and former South Burlington State Representative to the VT House\, Maida Townsend\, kicked off our day with inspiring opening remarks. \nWe then welcomed our featured presenter\, Amy Shollenberger\, from Action Circles. Amy provided a full day\, in-depth\, interactive training on advocacy. Amy has more than 20 years of experience developing political strategy\, grassroots organizing\, influencing policy\, and running political issue campaigns. She has worked on a variety of campaigns\, ranging in scope from local community issues to state and national issues. She started Action Circles in 2010 and along with the Action Circles Team has served clients and offered training ever since. There was also an opportunity for attendees to visit exhibit tables\, network\, and chat over breakfast and lunch. \nTopics covered included: \n\nLegislative Process 101\nTelling Your Story\nStrategic Thinking for the Legislative Process 201\n\nPlease note that this conference was not recorded. \nWe hope to see you next year!
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-2024-conference-change-begins-with-you-using-your-voice-to-make-a-difference/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
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SUMMARY:Watch: Accessibility in College After High School: Knowing Your Needs\, Understanding the Process\, and Who to Talk To
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Accessibility in College After High School: Knowing Your Needs\, Understanding the Process\, and Who to Talk To” workshop here.\nThere are a lot of unknowns when making the transition from high school to college. This presentation hopes to reduce some of the mystery as it relates to receiving services for students with disabilities. We will review the differences between accommodations in high school and college as well as general processes and best practices for pursuing access. \nPresenters: \n\nMarie Frietze\, ADA Resource Coordinator. Marie started her career as a middle school teacher. Her career journey has taken her through various positions serving students with disabilities of all ages. Marie also has graduate education in clinical mental health counseling. Currently\, Marie advises students at the Community College of Vermont and serves as CCV’s statewide ADA Resource Coordinator.\nAngie Albeck\, Associate Dean of Students. Angie has worked in accessibility services at the Community College of Vermont for 16 years\, first as an academic advisor/accessibility coordinator\, and currently as the ADA/504 compliance officer.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-accessibility-in-college-after-high-school-knowing-your-needs-understanding-the-process-and-who-to-talk-to/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20240208T182328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T144515Z
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SUMMARY:Watch: Sharing Information with Siblings
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Sharing Information with Siblings” workshop here.\nJoin us for a panel discussion with parents and adult siblings about their experiences discussing disability\, challenges\, benefits\, and everything in between! Emily Holl\, Director of the Sibling Support Project\, will provide tips for sharing key information at different stages of life with young siblings\, teens\, and adults to create positive outcomes for the entire family. \nPresenter:\n– Emily Holl\, Director of the Sibling Support Project\nEmily is a social worker\, author\, trainer\, and sibling. Since 2003\, she has worked in the disability field and has provided workshops\, training\, and groups for siblings\, families\, and individuals with disabilities. She has presented and written extensively on sibling issues\, has conducted and published sibling research\, and has facilitated future planning workshops for adult siblings and their families\, and co-facilitated Sibshops for school-age brothers and sisters of children with disabilities. \nEmily has served as a board member of the national Sibling Leadership Network (SLN)\, and she founded sibsNY\, the New York state chapter of the SLN. Emily has written about her own sibling experiences in blogs\, magazines and books such as Thicker than Water. Emily was an author and a co-editor of The Sibling Survival Guide: Indispensable Information for Adult Brothers and Sisters of People with Disabilities\, published by Woodbine House in 2014. \nEmily and her husband Tom reside in the Greater Seattle area and have two young sons. Emily is the primary family support for her brother\, and she is grateful for the “village” of people who help.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-sharing-information-with-siblings/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T155105Z
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SUMMARY:Watch: Supports Intensity Scale-Adult (SIS-A) Assessment Overview
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Supports Intensity Scale-Adult (SIS-A) Assessment Overview” workshop.\nThis workshop includes a review of: \n\nthe current SIS-A referral process\nthe different sections of the assessment\nthe questions asked during the assessment\ntips for understanding the rating key and how to read the report\n\nThis presentation may be helpful for anyone interested in understanding more about the SIS-A or to feel more prepared for the assessment. The assessment is currently for youth and adults aged 16 and older who receive Developmental Services Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)\, also known as Waiver services. \nPresenter: \n\nJessica Bernard\, M.A. – Deputy Director of Payment Reform\, Department of Disabilities\, Aging and Independent Living. Jessica has been with the State of Vermont for 8 years\, 3 ½ with DAIL working on Payment Reform. Prior to that\, she worked in the Human Services field for over 15 years as a Case Manager\, Community Support Worker\, Youth Behavioral Interventionist\, Employment Counselor\, and Children’s Crisis Bed support. Additionally\, she also holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Saint Michael’s College.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-supports-intensity-scale-adult-sis-a-assessment-overview/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20240506T144904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T155959Z
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SUMMARY:Watch: 6/13/24 Health Literacy: Making Communication More Understandable and Accessible
DESCRIPTION:Watch the “Health Literacy: Making Communication More Understandable and Accessible” workshop here.\nIn this workshop\, we will: \n\nDefine health literacy\nUnderstand why it is important to make communication more understandable and accessible\nLearn about health literacy techniques and resources to develop and share information with your audience\n\nPresenter: \n\nChrissy Keating – UVM Health Network (UVMHN) Health Literacy Specialist. Chrissy has worked in Community Health Improvement at UVMHN for over 11 years. In her role as Health Literacy Specialist\, she works with departments across the Network as a consultant on projects and initiatives to make sure communication is accessible and inclusive to our patient population. Chrissy received her Health Literacy Specialist Certificate from the Institute for Healthcare Advancement in 2022 and is currently studying for her CPACC (Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies) from the International Association for Accessibility Professionals. In her free time\, she enjoys year-round outdoor activities with her family\, listening to her favorite podcasts\, and sharing great food with family and friends.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-health-literacy-making-communication-more-understandable-and-accessible/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20240528T181658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T191040Z
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SUMMARY:Watch: 7/11/24 Parents’ Guide to Services for Babies and Toddlers with Special Health Needs
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Parents’ Guide to Services for Babies and Toddlers with Special Health Needs” workshop here.\nIf your infant or toddler – ages birth through two years of age – receives a medical diagnosis before or at birth\, or is experiencing developmental delays\, they may be eligible for services. Join us for this workshop on Children’s Integrated Services – Early Intervention (CIS-EI) to learn about what Vermont offers our youngest children. As the parent of young child who receives\, or is eligible to receive CIS-EI services\, learn about the process\, plan and parental rights. \nPresenter: \n\nKaren Price – Co-Director of Family Support – Education at Vermont Family Network\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-parents-guide-to-services-for-babies-and-toddlers-with-special-health-needs/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20240611T205913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T193505Z
UID:11526-1722506400-1722510000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: 8/1 Vermont Center For Independent Living (VCIL): An Overview of Supports and Services
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Vermont Center for Independent Living (VCIL): An Overview of Supports and Services” workshop.\nPlease join us for this overview of the supports and services that the Vermont Center for Independent Living (VCIL) can offer. VCIL works to promote the dignity\, independence and civil rights of Vermonters with disabilities. Like other independent living centers across the country\, VCIL is committed to: \n\nservices for all disabilities;\npromotion of active citizenship;\nand working with others to create services that support free-choice and full participation in community life.\n\nPresenter: \n• Peter Johnke (he/him) is Deputy Director of the Vermont Center for Independent Living (VCIL). He’s been part of the Independent Living Movement for over 30 years\, advocating for accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. Peter is hard of hearing and has low vision and doesn’t drive. He is a carless traveler and advocates for better public transportation services. He is an adept user of assistive technology\, and a member of the Vermont Assistive Technology Advisory Council. In his role as Deputy Director\, he is the leader for VCIL’s Community Access Team. The team provides ADA technical assistance throughout Vermont. Peter lives in an off-grid geodesic dome\, in East Calais\, with his wife Helen and occasionally a cat.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-8-1-24-vermont-center-for-independent-living-vcil-an-overview-of-supports-and-services/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20240716T170919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T003324Z
UID:11594-1724166000-1724169600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: 8/20 Unpacking Vermont’s New Literacy Law\, Act 139\, to Teach All Students to Read
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording for the “Unpacking Vermont’s New Literacy Law\, Act 139\, to Teach All Students to Read” workshop here.\nWith the May 2024 passage of Act 139\, an act relating to supporting Vermont’s young readers through evidence-based literacy instruction\, educators in both public and independent schools eligible for public tuition are required to conduct reading screening and provide evidence-based classroom instruction\, intervention\, and services in the five components of reading: phonemic awareness\, phonics\, fluency\, vocabulary\, and comprehension. The structured-literacy framework\, dyslexia screening\, parental notification\, and state reporting are among the legislative provisions that Dr. Dorfman unpacks for Vermonters in this presentation. Ms. Lovejoy discusses the law as it relates to the real-life experiences of students\, parents/caregivers\, and their advocates with the goal of improved literacy proficiency. \nPresenters: \n\nDorinne Dorfman\, Ed.S.\, Ed.D.\, OG/A\, has served as a teacher and principal for nearly 30 years in Vermont’s schools. As a postdoctoral Fulbright Scholar\, she taught at the Technical University of Berlin and conducted research on democratic education in Germany. In 2023\, she traveled to Mississippi to observe structured literacy in PreK-5 classrooms and interview school and state leaders. With support of the International Dyslexia Association\, she presented her findings in\, “Improving Reading Performance: What Northern New England Can Learn from Mississippi.” Since completing an Education Specialist Degree in Reading and Literacy Instruction\, Dr. Dorfman has taught evidence-based literacy to struggling readers at Barre Town Middle School.\nBrittany Lovejoy\, M.Ed.\, OG/A\, served as a special educator in northern VT and as an Adjudications Officer with the Dept. of Homeland Security. Currently\, she is a private literacy tutor working towards the Orton Gillingham Certified Level\, and is a special-education advocate focusing on equity for diverse learners and their families. She is a board member of the International Dyslexia Association (IDA Northern New England Alliance – Serving Maine\, Vermont and New Hampshire). She has completed various workshops with The Dyslexia Training Institute\, the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates\, and the Snelling Center for Government – Early Childhood Leadership Institute (Class of 2017).
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-unpacking-vermonts-new-literacy-law-act-139-to-teach-all-students-to-read/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20240910T185337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T203402Z
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SUMMARY:Watch: 10/03 HireAbility Pre-ETS services in Vermont Schools
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “HireAbility Pre-ETS services in Vermont Schools” workshop here.\nHireAbility transition counselors work with high schools to provide pre-employment transition services (pre-ETS) to students with disabilities who are eligible for HireAbility services. The intent of pre-ETS services is to improve the transition of students with disabilities from school to postsecondary education or employment. Pre-ETS activities include job exploration counseling\, work-based learning experiences\, counseling on enrollment in post-secondary education programs\, workplace readiness trainings and instruction in self-advocacy. In this workshop\, learn about how HireAbility may be working with your teenager’s high school and what programs may be available. \nPresenters: \n\nKara Haynes\, HireAbility Transition Program Manager\nTia Tallman\, HireAbility Transition Counselor (Morrisville)\nDiane Knichel\, HireAbility Transition Counselor (Bennington)
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-hireability-pre-ets-services-in-vermont-schools/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20240910T214042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T014725Z
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SUMMARY:Watch: 10/24 Digital Wellness Series - Workshop 1: Building Digital Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of  the “Digital Wellness Series – Workshop 1: Building Digital Resilience” workshop here.\n“Empowering Families in the Online World” is an online empowerment series presented by Grow Digital Skills. \nIn this first workshop\, information is shared about “Building Digital Resilience” which includes:\n– Coping with online negativity\n– Developing a healthy relationship with technology.\n– Encouraging offline hobbies and social connections. \nTwo other workshops in this series will be presented on November 21st and December 12th at 1:00. There is a separate registration for each. \nPresenter:\n– Emmy Hilliard\, VFN Co-Director of Family Support – Health and Grow Digital Skills Coordinator
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-10-24-digital-wellness-series-workshop-1-building-digital-resilience/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20240910T025840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T204444Z
UID:11653-1731589200-1731592800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Nurturing Wellness for Parents of Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Nurturing Wellness for Parents of Children with Disabilities” workshop here.\n“Self-care is not selfish. You must fill your own cup before you can pour into others.” This wellness workshop is designed to provide emotional\, mental\, and physical support for parents of children with disabilities or special health needs. Parenting a child with disabilities can be both rewarding and challenging\, requiring parents to balance care-giving responsibilities with their own well-being. Join us for this workshop which aims to equip parents with practical tools and strategies to prioritize their own health and wellness\, which in turn can positively impact their ability to care for their children. \nPresenter: \n\nKheya Ganguly – Director of Trauma Prevention and Resilience Development at the State of Vermont Agency of Human Services
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-nurturing-wellness-for-parents-of-children-with-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20240910T215807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T152057Z
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SUMMARY:Watch: 11/21 Digital Wellness Series - Workshop 2: Digital Etiquette and Online Communication
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of  the “Digital Wellness Series – Workshop 2: Digital Etiquette and Online Communication ” workshop here.\n“Empowering Families in the Online World” is an online empowerment series presented by Grow Digital Skills. \nIn this second workshop we will be sharing information on “Digital Etiquette and Online Communication” which includes: \n\nTeaching children about appropriate online behavior\nDealing with cyberbullying\nPromoting empathy in digital interactions.\n\nOne more workshop in this series will be presented on December 12th at 1:00. There is a separate registration for this workshop. \nPresenter:\n– Emmy Hilliard\, VFN Co-Director of Family Support – Health and Grow Digital Skills Coordinator
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-11-21-digital-wellness-series-workshop-2-digital-etiquette-and-online-communication/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20241111T222744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T214338Z
UID:11528-1737626400-1737630000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: The Journey from School to Employment and Independent Living: How Can CAP Help?
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “The Journey from School to Employment and Independent Living: How Can the Client Assistance Program (CAP) Help?” workshop here.\nThis workshop is designed to provide parents\, advocates\, educators\, and others with an opportunity to learn more about how to support youth with disabilities as they make the transition from school to employment and independent living. We will discuss the laws\, programs\, and services available to support their transition and how the Client Assistance Program (CAP) can help in that journey. \nPresenter: \n– Sherrie Brunelle is a graduate of Woodbury College’s paralegal and mediation programs. Since 1988\, she has been a paralegal with Vermont Legal Aid’s Disability Law Project focusing primarily on advocating for children and youth with disabilities and their families navigating the special education or Section 504 systemic mazes. Since 2019\, she has served as the Client Assistance Program (CAP) advocate for youth and adults with disabilities needing support on their journey to employment. Before coming to Vermont Legal Aid\, she was an advocate for what is now the Vermont Family Network. She was also a critical care nurse for 15 years. A Vermont native\, she is the parent\, grandparent\, and great-grandparent of family members with disabilities who were the initial and remain the sustaining motivation for her career.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-9-12-24-the-journey-from-school-to-employment-and-independent-living-how-can-cap-help/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20241212T184516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T213635Z
UID:11844-1738836000-1738839600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: 2/6/25 Navigating Dispute Resolution in Special Education
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Navigating Dispute Resolution in Special Education” workshop here.\nThis joint VFN & Disability Law Project (DLP) workshop is designed to empower parents with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate disagreements within the special education process. Families will learn about their rights under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)\, explore effective communication strategies\, and understand key dispute resolution options including mediation\, administrative complaints\, and due process hearings. We will include examples of when each type of dispute resolution option may be appropriate. We will also cover parents’ most frequently asked questions about how and when to engage in dispute resolution. \nPresenters:\n– Cammie Naylor\, (she/her)\, MSW\, Esq. is a Staff Attorney with the Disability Law Project at Vermont Legal Aid\, Inc. She is a graduate of Clemson University\, the University of Pennsylvania\, and Vermont Law School. As a former children’s therapist\, Cammie has long advocated for the needs of children and their families. She joined Vermont Legal Aid as a Staff Attorney in 2017. She has a deep passion for protecting the rights of children and advocating within spaces where a child’s needs and rights intersect. Cammie advocates for children with disabilities regarding their rights in schools\, and other individuals with disabilities who are facing legal problems like guardianship\, access to health care\, or discrimination because of their disabilities.\n– Karen Price – Co-Director of Family Support – Education at Vermont Family Network
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-2-6-25-navigating-dispute-resolution-in-special-education/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20241212T172949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T225104Z
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SUMMARY:Watch: 2/13/25 Demystifying Disabled Children’s Home Care (Katie Beckett)
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Demystifying Disabled Children’s Home Care (Katie Beckett)” workshop here.\nThis webinar dives into Disabled Children’s Home Care (DCHC) which is sometimes referred to as Katie Beckett. DCHC allows children and youth under 19 with long-term disability or complex needs to qualify for Medicaid regardless of family income. In the presentation\, we will provide an overview of the program\, eligibility\, application process\, and the resources to help along the way. This presentation will be helpful to anyone interested in learning more about this alternative pathway to Medicaid\, is considering applying\, and/or works with families that might benefit from this program. It may also be helpful to those that would like a refresh on some of the program details and changes in the recent years. \nPresenter: Kelsey Naro is the Health Systems Coordinator at Children with Special Health Care Needs (Vermont Department of Health). She is a social worker by training with experience in home health\, care coordination\, and public health systems.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-2-13-25-demystifying-disabled-childrens-home-care-katie-beckett/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250130T195527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T213745Z
UID:11897-1741870800-1741874400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: The Vermont Graduation Readiness Tool
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of  “The Vermont Graduation Readiness Tool” workshop here.\nThis workshop covers the concept of the graduation readiness tool and how IEP teams\, which include parents/guardians should use it. The timing of graduation for students with disabilities can be hard to determine especially for students with complex and intensive needs. This tool helps the IEP team better “see” when graduation should happen because for students on IEPs graduation is not just about meeting the graduation requirements\, it is also about reasonable and appropriate access to transition services. This tool helps teams make sure students are ready to graduate. This workshop reviews the new and improved second edition of this tool which has been just released this year. \nPresenter:\n– John Spinney\, Postsecondary Transition Coordinator at the VT Agency of Education. John is in his 20th year at the VT AOE where he works to support systems that promote good transitions to post school life for students with disabilities statewide. John’s two youngest brothers were adopted as infants and both have Down Syndrome. John’s grew up being immersed in the disability world and is now the legal guardian for his two brothers who are in their 40s now.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-3-13-25-the-vermont-graduation-readiness-tool/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T144500
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250318T170748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T135212Z
UID:11957-1744102800-1744123500@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:VFN Annual Conference "Navigating Transition: Empowering Journeys of Change"
DESCRIPTION:Our 2025 Annual Conference “Navigating Transition: Empowering Journeys of Change” was held in-person on April 8\, 2025 at the University of Vermont – Dudley H. Davis Center from 9:00 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-vfn-annual-conference-navigating-transition-empowering-journeys-of-change/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250314T131748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T210954Z
UID:11809-1746104400-1746108000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: 5/1/25 The New Adverse Effect Rule
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of “The New Adverse Effect Rule” workshop here.\nThis session reviews the State’s new Adverse Effect rule and its impact on eligibility evaluations for disability identification\, as well as the provision of special education and related services. \nPresenter: \n\nErnie Wheeler – Educational Consultant at the Vermont Agency of Education. Ernie is a former school psychologist and a has been a member of the Agency of Education’s special education team for the past 24 years. In his current semi-retired role\, he provides technical assistance to the field and parents\, as well as processing the educational surrogate parent appointments on behalf of the Agency of Education
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-5-1-25-the-new-adverse-effect-rule/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250505T163727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T193128Z
UID:12066-1749117600-1749121200@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: 6/5 Transition to Adulthood: Planning for Post-High School Success
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Transition to Adulthood: Planning for Post-High School Success” workshop here.\n\n\n\n\nWhile it’s important to be mindful of considerations for any child’s success after high school\, it is especially important to intentionally plan for a successful post-high-school transition if your child has a disability. This workshop outlines life-wide parameters to consider in transition planning\, when to start that transition planning\, as well as how to develop a “trusted team” to help plan and carry out actions that will benefit your child post-graduation. \n\nPresenter: \n\nKatherine Barwin has been in education for over forty years. She served as a classroom teacher\, reading specialist\, literacy coach\, curriculum director\, principal\, and leadership consultant. She retired in June as a K-2 reading specialist for grades at Allen Brook School. She holds a Master’s degree in Reading\, Language\, and Learning Disabilities. She currently volunteers to help parents and schools work to develop programming that meets the needs of students who aren’t making gains.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-6-5-25-transition-to-adulthood-planning-for-post-high-school-success/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250505T180153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T201544Z
UID:12069-1750777200-1750780800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Vermont’s Education Transformation: Impacts and Opportunities for Special Education
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of  the “Vermont’s Education Transformation: Impacts and Opportunities for Special Education” workshop here.\nThe Vermont legislature has spent the majority of the session on sweeping education transformation proposals. These proposals impact both the delivery and funding of public education in Vermont\, and have unique implications for special education. Join us to learn about the latest in this education transformation legislation\, with an emphasis on how this might impact special education in our State. Participants will also receive updates on change to the Federal Department of Education and Vermont’s response to the uncertainty. \nPresenter: \n\nMeagan Roy\, Ed.D. is the Coordinator of School Leadership Programs at Saint Michael’s College. Meagan has been an educator and leader in Vermont since 2002. She currently serves as the Coordinator of School Leadership Programs at St. Michael’s College. Previously\, she has served as Superintendent of the Washington Central Unified Union School District\, and spent more than a decade in the Champlain Valley Union School District as their Director of Student Support Services.  She began her Vermont teaching career as an Intensive Needs special educator\, and her  professional endeavors are deeply linked to her beliefs about social justice and the need to ensure that public schools can serve all students. Meagan is deeply invested and engaged in education policy work at the state level\, and has a particular interest in policy implementation at the local level. She is a past President of the Vermont Council of Special Education Administrators and serves as the Chair of the Commission on the Future of Public Education in Vermont. Meagan is a graduate of Simmons College in Boston\, MA and completed her Master and Doctoral degrees in UVM’s Education Leadership and Policy Studies program. Meagan spends her free time with her family in South Burlington.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-vermonts-education-transformation-impacts-and-opportunities-for-special-education/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250527T162643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T201355Z
UID:12086-1753362000-1753365600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Providing a Free Appropriate Public Education During Staffing Shortages
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording  of the “Providing a Free Appropriate Public Education During Staffing Shortages” workshop here.\nDuring this workshop\, the VT Agency of Education reviews guidance designed to support Supervisory Unions and Districts (SU/SDs)\, as well as parents and families\, in making equitable and individualized decisions about appropriate special education and related services for eligible students and children (ages 3 to 21 under IDEA and Section 504) when facing shortages of essential special education staff. Recognizing that the absence of essential personnel can create significant hurdles for schools and families alike\, this session\, led by the VT Agency of Education\, provides a comprehensive review of newly developed and existing guidance. The workshop aims to clarify rights under IDEA and Section 504 in the context of staffing limitations\, provide tools for effective advocacy\, and foster a collaborative partnership with schools to ensure the delivery of meaningful and appropriate supports. \nPresenter: \n\nCassie Santo – State Director of Special Education at the Vermont Agency of Education
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-providing-a-free-appropriate-public-education-during-staffing-shortages/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250610T212658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T210550Z
UID:12098-1753797600-1753801200@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Executive Functioning - 5 Powerful Shifts to Move From Chaos to Calm
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Executive Functioning: 5 Powerful Shifts to Move From Chaos to Calm” workshop.\nYour child’s brain has a “control center” that helps them think before acting\, pay attention\, adapt to changes\, and find solutions. But some children struggle to develop this control center naturally\, and that can turn simple daily activities into ongoing battles for the whole family. In this presentation\, you’ll discover 5 powerful shifts that any parent can make\, no matter what age your child is. These aren’t complicated techniques or expensive programs. They’re practical changes you can start using right away to help your child build these crucial skills. And the best part? These strategies work whether you have a preschooler\, a teenager\, or anything in between. \nPresenter: \n\nNatalie Raby is a certified parent coach who brings to this important work a combination of formal education in counseling\, child development\, and psychology as well as experience as a teacher\, school counselor\, and mother of four.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-executive-functioning-5-powerful-shifts-to-move-from-chaos-to-calm/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250610T213526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T140404Z
UID:12099-1755176400-1755180000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Being the Anchor for Your Child: Staying Calm in the Storm of Big Emotions
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Being the Anchor for Your Child: Staying Calm in the Storm of Big Emotions” workshop here.\nThis workshop will be online using the Zoom meeting platform.  If you are unable to attend the live presentation\, you can still register and we’ll send you a link to the recording of the workshop which you can watch on your own time. We appreciate when you register as that data can support our grant reporting.\nAre you a parent/caregiver of a child or adolescent (ages 5–18) looking for practical tools to manage intense reactions and challenging behaviors at home? \nWhen emotions run high at home\, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or unsure of how to respond. This workshop offers foundational parenting skills to help you stay calm\, connected\, and confident—even in the most challenging moments. You’ll learn simple strategies to defuse and de-escalate situations without harming your relationship with your child\, ways to repair after conflicts\, and techniques to build stronger positive connections. \nWhether you’re feeling stuck or just want to strengthen your parenting toolkit\, this session will help you understand that you’ve got this—your presence matters\, and with the right tools\, you can guide your child through emotional storms and change the course of their challenging behavior. \nPresenter: \n\nGreeta Soderholm\, LICSW\, LACD. Greeta works as a Clinical Social worker at the Vermont Center for Children\, Youth and Families at the University of Vermont Medical Center. She is trained and certified in Parental Management training (PMT) and has over 20 years of experience working directly with children and families.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-8-14-being-the-anchor-for-your-child-staying-calm-in-the-storm-of-big-emotions/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20240910T221848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T182800Z
UID:11662-1756375200-1756378800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Digital Wellness - Workshop 3: Digital Wellness for Families
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the”Digital Wellness – Workshop 3: Digital Wellness for Families” workshop here. \nEmpowering Families in the Online World” is an online empowerment series presented by Grow Digital Skills. \nIn this third workshop information is shared on “Digital Wellness for Families” which includes: \n\nBalancing screen time with offline activities\nSetting up tech-free zones and times at home\nEncouraging positive online interactions\n\nPresenter: \n\nEmmy Hilliard\, VFN Co-Director of Family Support – Health and Grow Digital Skills Coordinator
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-12-12-digital-wellness-workshop-3-digital-wellness-for-families/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250814T201316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T205014Z
UID:12156-1758794400-1758798000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Parent Representatives in Act 264 and Coordination of Services (CSP)
DESCRIPTION:Watch the “Parent Representatives in Act 264 and Coordination of Services (CSP)” workshop recording here.\nAct 264 was passed to ensure that public schools and community mental health/developmental services agencies work together with parents and guardians to coordinate services for better outcomes for children and families. A parent representative\, or parent rep\, is a person with lived experience who can help you navigate the Coordinated Service Plan (CSP) process. Learn how Act 264\, or CSP\, may be appropriate for your family and how parent reps can support you through the process. \nPresenters: \n\nKaren Price\, VFN Co-director of Family Support – Education\nMichelle Laliberte\, VFN Family Support Consultant and Parent Rep\nNora Sabo\, VFN Family Support Consultant and Parent Rep
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-9-25-parent-representatives-in-act-264-and-coordination-of-services-csp/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250814T142024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T163216Z
UID:12155-1759399200-1759402800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: What Does Vermont's Pathways to Partnerships Bring to the Table?
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “What Does Vermont’s Pathways to Partnerships Bring to the Table?” workshop here.\nThis workshop will introduce what Pathways to Partnership is and what it brings to Vermont families\, students and community partners. Vermont’s Pathways to Partnerships (VT-P2P) project aims to facilitate a smoother transition for young people with disabilities into independent living\, employment\, continued education or training\, and community engagement. This funding presents an exceptional opportunity for Vermont to develop meaningful partnerships and training programs aimed at fostering the post-school success of students with disabilities. \nPresenter: \n\nLiz Perreault\, Vermont Pathways to Partnerships Project Director.\nLiz has over 18 years of combined experience in state government\, education\, and workforce development\, including leadership roles in the Plainfield School District and the Getting Ready to Work Program. As VT-P2P’s leader\, she is dedicated to empowering students with disabilities through strong systems of support\, student leadership\, and successful career and post-secondary pathways.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-what-does-vermonts-pathways-to-partnerships-bring-to-the-table/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250902T192101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T171639Z
UID:12194-1760608800-1760612400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Supporting Students in Exploring Dual Enrollment and Early College Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Supporting Students in Exploring Dual Enrollment and Early College Opportunities” workshop here.\nThis workshop outlines the ways that students can take advantage of statewide Dual Enrollment and Early College Programs. Viewers will learn specifics about both programs and about tools to help students\, counselors\, and families in the decision-making process\, including assessing readiness. \nPresenter: \n\nAmy Dodge\, Post-Secondary Programs Coordinator at the Vermont Agency of Education. Amy works to support school districts and students in exploring and accessing post-secondary pathways\, including dual enrollment and early college opportunities. With a background as a student advisor\, college counselor\, and college instructor\, Amy brings a broad perspective to her work\, having advised students at both the high school and college levels. Her experience in both advising and teaching allows her to help schools and students navigate the transition from high school to higher education with confidence and clarity.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-supporting-students-in-exploring-dual-enrollment-and-early-college-opportunities/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250814T205049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T194838Z
UID:12157-1762264800-1762268400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Developmental Disabilities Services Division (DDSD) System Changes: Intake\, Eligibility and Conflict of Interest
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Developmental Disabilities Services Division (DDSD) System Changes: Intake\, Eligibility and Conflict of Interest workshop here.\nThe system of care for Vermont children\, youth\, and adults with developmental disabilities has been undergoing significant changes. This workshop highlights these changes\, including intake and eligibility\, funding processes\, case management\, and service delivery. Watch to learn more about how the changes will impact those new to accessing services and those currently receiving services. \nPresenter: \n\nMelanie Feddersen\, DDSD Services Specialist Supervisor. Melanie has worked for the VT Developmental Disability Services Division for 10 years and has been in her current role for 3 years. Prior to working for DDSD\, she worked for HCRS for 15 years and managed a residential program for HCRS through their Adult Mental Health program. Melanie moved to Vermont in the Autumn of 2000 and currently lives in Woodstock\, VT with her husband and two children.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-11-4-developmental-disabilities-services-division-ddsd-system-changes-intake-eligibility-and-conflict-of-interest/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20250923T175722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T230003Z
UID:12255-1763038800-1763042400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Students with Disabilities and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Students with Disabilities and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs” workshop here.\nThis workshop explores the different programs and courses offered through Career and Technical Education (CTE)\, and the ways that families\, schools and CTE centers can collaborate to support students with disabilities who want to pursue a technical education program. \nPresenter: \n\nJohn Spinney\, Postsecondary Transition Coordinator at the VT Agency of Education. John is in his 20th year at the AOE\, where he works to support systems that promote good transitions to post school life for students with disabilities statewide. John’s two youngest brothers were adopted as infants\, and both have Down Syndrome. John grew up being immersed in the disability world and is the legal guardian for his two brothers who are now in their 40s.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-students-with-disabilities-and-career-and-technical-education-cte-programs/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194307
CREATED:20251111T162305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T182742Z
UID:12307-1764684000-1764687600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Residential Placements – What Should Families Know?
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of the “Residential Placements – What Should Families Know?” workshop here.\nSometimes\, children and youth with disabilities are placed in residential schools/placements\, which can include out of state facilities. Placements could be through the school or a state agency. There is preparation before your child starts their new program\, considerations during their placement and then proactive ways for schools and families to plan for children’s return back to their communities. This workshop reviews the Vermont Agency of Education’s published document which has suggestions for school teams and local agencies on collaboration through the process\, keeping families and students’ needs at the forefront of every conversation. \nPresenter: \n\nAlicia Hanrahan – Vermont Agency of Education’s Interagency Coordinator and Education Programs Manager. Alicia is part of the new Safe and Healthy Schools Team which covers topic areas such as Chronic Absenteeism\, Behavioral Threat Assessments\, Hazing\, Harassment and Bullying\, Mental Health\, and School Safety. She has been at AOE for 27 years…the first 15 in special education monitoring and the last 12 immersed in Interagency work. Alicia is part of the Case Review Committee (CRC) which helps to place students in residential facilities and is also Co-Chair of the State Interagency Team.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-12-2-residential-placements-what-should-families-know/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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