Sibshop - Colchester
2019-10-12 13:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
October 12 – Sam Mazza’s Corn Maze in Colchester from 1-3:30 pm
Come join us at Sam Mazza’s Corn Maze! We will be celebrating the fall with treats and games. The theme of this shop is skillfulness. Can you predict how you will handle the maze? What might be challenging? What’s a breeze? You may have to think again and use a skill when you get lost.
For questions or to RSVP, please contact Jamie Rainville or call (802) 876-5315 x243.

Randolph Elementary School puppet presentation
2019-10-16
Sponsored by the Gibney Family Foundation
8:30-9:00 Blindness and Visual Impairment for Grade PreK
9:20-10:10 Feelings and Bullying Prevention for Grade 1
10:25-11:15 Feelings and Bullying Prevention for Grade 2
12:30-1:00 Blindness and Visual Impairment for Grade PreK
1:15-1:30 Feelings for Grade K

Enosburg Elementary School puppet presentation
2019-10-22
Generously Sponsored by 100 Women Who Care of Franklin County
8:30-9:30 Cultural Diversity and Bully Prevention for Grade 3
9:40-10:10 Friendship for Grade K
10:50-11:50 Bullying Prevention Workshop for Grade 4/5
12:20-1:20 Friendship and Feelings for Grade 1
1:30-2:30 Feelings and Bullying Prevention for Grade 2

Webinar: Assistive Technology and Employment of Youth with Disabilities
2019-10-23 12:00 - 13:00
This webinar will introduce participants to Assistive Technology as it relates to youth employment for transition-age youth with disabilities. The presenters will discuss the various tools to assist with finding, keeping, and being successful in a job/volunteer position as well as tools available for youth seeking training programs or post-secondary opportunities. Community resource information will also be included. Presenters: Laurie Cook and Rachel Knapp, Assistive Technology Specialists for VocRehab Vermont, Linking Learning to Careers. We save all of our webinar recordings on our website and YouTube channel. Register Now: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5926639655122286092

Sara Marie School puppet presentation
2019-10-29
Generously sponsored by DePaula Chevrolet
8:30-9:00 Friendship for Grade PreK
9:10-9:40 Friendship for Grade PreK
9:50-10:20 Friendship for Grade PreK
10:30-11:00 Friendship for Grade PreK

Bennington Head Start puppet presentation
2019-11-05
Sponsored by the Vermont Department of Mental Health
9:30-10:00 Feelings for Grade PreK
10:15-10:45 Feelings for Grade PreK
11:00-11:30 Feelings for Grade PreK

Bennington Elementary School puppet presentation
2019-11-06
Generously Sponsored by Bennington Chevrolet
8:40-9:10 Feelings for Grade PreK
9:20-10:10 Feelings and Bullying Prevention for Grades 1/2
10:20-11:20 ADHD and Cultural Diversity for Grades 3/4
12:20-1:20 Bullying Prevention Workshop for Grade 5

VFN Breakfast!
2019-11-07

Sibshop - Burlington
2019-11-09 13:00 - 15:30
November 9 – Obstacle Course at Baird School, 1138 Pine St. in Burlington from 1-3:30 pm
Do you think you have what it takes to take on Sibshop’s Impossible Obstacle Course of Impossible Obstacles?! Our resident obstacle artist Molly begs to differ! Bring you’re A-game as we test the sibs ability to approach and tackle the literal and figurative obstacles in our lives. Theme is Flexibility.
For questions or to RSVP, please contact Jamie Rainville or call (802) 876-5315 x243.

Isle la Motte/ North Hero School puppet presentation
2019-11-11
Generously funded by the Vermont Department of Mental Health
Isle la Motte School
8:00-8:50 Feelings and Bully Prevention for Grades K-2
9:00-10:00 Bully Prevention Workshop for Grades 3-6
North Hero School
12:45-1:35 Feelings and Bully Prevention for Grades K-2
1:45-2:45 Bully Prevention Workshop for Grades 3-6

Momot Elementary School puppet presentation
2019-11-13
8:30-9:20 Friend 2 Friend (Demystifying Autism) puppet program for Grade K
9:30-10:20 Friend 2 Friend (Demystifying Autism) puppet program for Grade 2
10:30-11:20 Friend 2 Friend (Demystifying Autism) puppet program for Grade 2
12:15-1:05 Friend 2 Friend (Demystifying Autism) puppet program for Grade K
1:15-2:05 Friend 2 Friend (Demystifying Autism) puppet program for Grade 1

Barkley Elementary School puppet presentation
2019-11-20
Sponsored by Mangino Chevrolet
9:10-10:00 Bully Prevention and Feelings for Grades 1/2
10:30-11:30 Bully Prevention Workshop for Grade 5
12:00-12:30 Bully Prevention for Grades PreK/K
1:15-2:05 Bully Prevention and Learning Differences for Grades 3/4

Webinar: Special Needs Planning for Your Peace of Mind
2019-11-20 12:00 - 13:00
Webinar from 12 noon – 1 pm. Register now: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/9015065563165380365
Special Needs Planning is essential to protect and plan for your disabled child. Most families know that not having the right plans in place can be detrimental to people with special needs but don’t know where to begin. This workshop will include an overview of what parents and grandparents need to know about special needs planning, including: the protection of important government benefits (SSI, Medicaid); special needs trusts; how to avoid a “payback” to the state for Medicaid; ABLE accounts; guardianships; and providing guidance to future caregivers. Presenter: Claudia I. Pringles, Vermont attorney whose practice includes Special Needs Planning and Estate Planning.

Big Cross Elementary School puppet presentation
2019-11-21
Generously Sponsored by Whiteman Chevrolet
8:50-9:40 Feelings and Friendship for Grades 1/2
9:50-10:50 Bullying Prevention Workshop for Grades 3/4
11:00-11:30 Feelings for Grade K

Webinar: Restraints and Seclusions in Vermont Schools: What Families Should Know
2019-11-22 10:30 - 12:00
Restraint and seclusion in Vermont schools are emergency interventions to be used only as a last resort and after less intrusive measures have already been used when a child’s behavior poses an imminent risk of substantial physical injury. This webinar is designed to discuss what is and is not permissible in terms of restraint and seclusion of students in Vermont Schools. The webinar is geared toward supporting families to advocate for their children and to understand what they can expect from schools if/when their children may be restrained or secluded. While professionals and family advocates are welcome to attend, the webinar is designed specifically to meet the needs of family members. Presenter: Tracy Harris, Coordinator of Behavioral Supports, Vermont Agency of Education
Register Now: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1344714118478833421

Orchard Elementary School puppet presentation
2019-12-05
8:20-9:05 Bully Prevention and Sexual Abuse Awareness for Grade 2
9:15-10:00 Sexual Abuse Awareness Workshop for Grade 5
10:10-10:55 Sexual Abuse Awareness Workshop for Grade 5
11:10-11:40 Bully Prevention for Grade 1
12:15-1:15 Bully Prevention and Sexual Abuse Awareness for Grade 3
1:30-2:30 Bully Prevention and Sexual Abuse Awareness for Grade 4

Sibshop - Williston
2019-12-07 13:00 - 15:30
December 7 – Paint and Soda at 60 Knight Lane in Williston from 1-3:30 pm
Paint and Soda returns for another year! Our Sibshop Artist in residency Sarah will guide the sibs step-by-step in creating their own masterpieces. Sibs will be able to take their creations home.
For questions or to RSVP, please contact Jamie Rainville or call (802) 876-5315 x243.

Webinar: Understanding the Role of Mediation in the IEP and 504 Planning Process and How to Be Prepared
2019-12-11 12:00 - 13:00
When families reach an impasse with schools in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Section 504 planning process, entering mediation provides the opportunity to work through conflict to achieve a comfortable resolution. This workshop will offer families an overview of the mediation process, including what families can expect in mediation and how they can use it to their advantage. Presenter: Matt Keister, a Vermont attorney practicing in the field of Special Education Law at the Law Office of Claudia I. Pringles, PLLC. Register here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/156467504672182285
Vermont Family Network saves all of our webinar recordings on our website and YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/user/vtfamilynetwork

Summit Street School puppet presentation
2019-12-13
Sponsored by the Gibney Family Foundation
Blindness and Visual Impairment

Greenwich School puppet presentation
2019-12-17
Generously sponsored by Whalen Chevrolet
9:00-9:45 Feelings and Pass the Puppet for Grade 2
10:00-10:45 Feelings and Pass the Puppet for Grade K
1:30-2:15 Feelings and Pass the Puppet for Grade 1

Bennington/ Rutland Pre-Schools puppet presentation
2019-12-18
Generously sponsored by the Vermont Department of Mental Health
9:00-9:45 Feelings and Pass the Puppet for Grades PreK/K
10:00-10:45 Feelings and Pass the Puppet for Grades PreK/K
11:00-11:45 Feelings and Pass the Puppet for Grades PreK/K
12:30-1:15 Feelings and Pass the Puppet for Grades PreK/K
1:30-2:15 Feelings and Pass the Puppet for Grades PreK/K

Highgate Elementary School puppet presentation
2019-12-19
Generously sponsored by Bokan Ford
8:30-9:00 Feelings for Grades PK/K
9:15-10:00 Cultural Diversity and Bullying Prevention for Grades 1/2
10:15-11:15 Cultural Diversity Workshop for Grade 6
12:15-1:15 Cultural Diversity Workshop for Grade 5
1:30-2:30 Cultural Diversity and Bullying Prevention for Grades 3/4

Fletcher Elementary School puppet presentation
2020-01-13
Generously sponsored by Bokan Ford
8:30-9:20 Healthy Snacking (All) & Cultural Diversity (1-2) for Grades PK-2
9:45-10:35 Tobacco & Cultural Diversity for Grades 3-4
10:40-11:40 Body Image Workshop for Grades 5-6
1:00-1:50 Bullying Prevention (All) & Tobacco (1-2) for Grades K-2
2:10-3:00 Bullying Prevention & Learning Differences for Grades 3-4

Proctor Elementary School puppet presentation
2020-01-15
Generously sponsored by Vermont Department of Mental Health
8:30-9:15 Anxiety Pilot Program for Grades PK/K
9:25-10:10 Anxiety Pilot Program for Grades 1-2
10:20-11:05 Anxiety Pilot Program for Grades 3-4

Transition to Adulthood for Youth with Disabilities
2020-01-15 15:30 - 17:30 | Northwestern Counseling & Support Services, 130 Fisher Pond Rd., Ted Mable Family Center, St. Albans, Vermont, 05478
Need guidance, resources and support on how to best navigate your young adult’s transition from high school to adulthood?
Location: Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS), 130 Fisher Pond Rd., Ted Mable Family Center
RSVP with Danielle Sachs Email: danielle.sachs@ncss.org; Cell: 802-370-0488
Come join NCSS’s Parent group to get information you’ll need to plan for this critical time.

6 monthly informational meetings January – June
Learn and share information
Discover resources

Each month an important topic will be discussed that can help guide you in this new journey of your lives
First Topic: Vermont Family Network: Resources for your youth transitioning. Power Point presentation and informational fact Sheets on frequently asked questions. Followed by Q&A with a VFN Family Support Consultant

Parenting Series: Play Your Way Home (Session 1 of 3)
2020-01-23 08:30 - 10:00 | Vermont Family Network, 600 Blair Park Road, Suite 240, Williston, VT, 05495, United States
As a lead up to our annual conference next spring, we’re pleased to announce that Sara Forward and Tracey Girdich will be facilitating a free, 3-part Parenting Series called “Play Your Way Home.” All sessions are at Vermont Family Network’s offices in Williston (600 Blair Park Rd., Suite 240) from 8:30 am – 10 am.
Session 1 – Tuesday, January 23, 2020 – Parent as Player, Play and the Brain
Session 2 – Thursday, February 11, 2020 – Play it Back to Me, Co-regulation and Play
Session 3 – Tuesday, March 10, 2020 – Playing for Keeps, Creating Play Bonds that Last
This Series is for parents of children or youth with disabilities or special health needs. Parents are asked to attend all 3 sessions. Information is here: https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/events-news/parenting-series-play-your-way-home/
Contact Janice.Sabett@vtfn.org or (802) 876-5315 x218 for questions, help registering, or to request reasonable accommodations.

St Albans Town School puppet presentation
2020-01-28
Generously sponsored by Bokan Ford
8:45-9:15 Anxiety for Grade 3
9:30-10:15 Anxiety for Grade 2
10:30-11:15 Anxiety for Grade 2
1:00-1:45 Anxiety for Grade 3

Founders Elementary School puppet presentation
2020-01-29
Generously sponsored by Vermont Department of Mental Health
8:20-9:05 Anxiety for Grades 3-4
9:15-10:00 Anxiety for Grade 4
10:20-11:05 Anxiety for Grade 4
11:40-12:25 Anxiety for Grade 3
12:35-1:20 Anxiety for Grades 3-4

St Albans City School puppet presentation
2020-02-04
Generously sponsored by Bokan Ford
8:30-9:15 Anxiety for Grade 3
9:30-10:15 Anxiety for Grade 2
10:30-11:15 Anxiety for Grade 2
1:00-1:45 Anxiety for Grade 3

St Monica School
2020-02-05
8:30-9:00 Feelings for Grade PreK
9:15-10:15 Bullying Prevention & Cultural Diversity for Grades K-4
10:30-11:30 Bullying Prevention Workshop for Grades 5-8
