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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T160656Z
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SUMMARY:William B Tecler Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by Ross Mangino Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/william-b-tecler-elementary-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T213635Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20250318T160444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T160444Z
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SUMMARY:Shelburne Community School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Friendship Puppet Program
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/shelburne-community-school-puppet-presentation-4/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20241023T184318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T184318Z
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SUMMARY:Fair Haven Graded School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by Ross Hometown Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/fair-haven-graded-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T170000
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CREATED:20250127T211122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T211122Z
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SUMMARY:East Montpelier Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations and workshops generously sponsored by M&T Bank
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/east-montpelier-elementary-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T080000
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CREATED:20241023T184246Z
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SUMMARY:Rutland Intermediate School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Bullying Prevention Puppet Presentations & Workshops
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/rutland-intermediate-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20250127T211015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T211015Z
UID:11892-1736928000-1736960400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Troy School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Friendship Puppet Program and Bullying Prevention Workshop
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/troy-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
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SUMMARY:The Village School of North Bennington Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by Bennington Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/the-village-school-of-north-bennington-puppet-presentation-2/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20241007T175322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T175322Z
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SUMMARY:Skano Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by Mohawk Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/skano-elementary-school-puppet-presentation-4/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20241023T184203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T184203Z
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SUMMARY:Lanesborough Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by Bedard Brothers Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/lanesborough-elementary-school-puppet-presentation-3/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20241023T184132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T184132Z
UID:11764-1733904000-1733936400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Coxsackie Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by Sawyer Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/coxsackie-elementary-school-puppet-presentation-4/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20241007T175140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T175140Z
UID:11705-1733299200-1733331600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Kensington Road Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by Whiteman Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/kensington-road-elementary-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20241023T184037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T184037Z
UID:11763-1732089600-1732122000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:The Sara Marie School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by DePaula Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/the-sara-marie-school-puppet-presentation-2/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
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:20241114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20241023T184000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T184000Z
UID:11762-1731571200-1731603600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Jay/Westfield School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:New Friendship Puppet Program Debut
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/jay-westfield-school-puppet-presentation-2/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20240822T192234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T192234Z
UID:11636-1730275200-1730307600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Rick Marcotte Central School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by National Life Group Foundation
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/rick-marcotte-central-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20240822T192114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T192114Z
UID:11635-1729670400-1729702800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Hyde Park School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by National Life Group Foundation
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/hyde-park-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20240822T191956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T191956Z
UID:11634-1729065600-1729098000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:First Branch School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by National Life Group Foundation
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/first-branch-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20240822T191618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T191618Z
UID:11632-1728460800-1728493200@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:St. Albans Town School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by VT Department of Mental Health
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/st-albans-town-school-puppet-presentation-2/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20240910T185337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T203402Z
UID:11658-1727960400-1727964000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20240822T191530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T191530Z
UID:11631-1727251200-1727283600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Turning Points NFI Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by VT Department of Mental Health
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/turning-points-nfi-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20240822T191835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T191835Z
UID:11633-1726732800-1726765200@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Alburgh Community School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by National Life Group Foundation
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/alburgh-community-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20240716T170919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T003324Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
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:20240711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20240528T181658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T191040Z
UID:11482-1720702800-1720706400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155621
CREATED:20240513T210443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T150653Z
UID:11458-1719495000-1719498600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Aldrich Library Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentation generously sponsored by VT Department of Mental Health \n1:30 p.m. Anxiety puppet presentation for mixed ages
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/aldrich-library-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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