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SUMMARY:Jay/Westfield School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness & Stress Programs generously sponsored by National Life Group Foundation
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/jay-westfield-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T183000
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SUMMARY:VFN: Advocacy and Policy Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Advocacy and Policy Committee meeting! You will learn more about what’s happening at the state house and inform how we advocate for change. Your input on these important issues are essential to our success!
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-vfn-advocacy-and-policy-committee-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T170000
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SUMMARY:The Village School of North Bennington Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness & Stress AND Abuse Awareness generously sponsored by Bennington Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/the-village-school-of-north-bennington-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
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SUMMARY:Watch: HireAbility VT’s Summer Career Exploration Program!
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording for “HireAbility VT’s Summer Career Exploration Program!” here.\nLearn about this summer program that provides work experience and job readiness skills training to students with disabilities. We will share information about who is involved\, the impact\, and hear directly from a parent and student about their experience with the program. \nPresenters:\nSam Bernstein\, participant in Summer Careers Exploration Program\nTracey Dolan\, Sam’s parent\nTara Howe\, HireAbility Transition Program Manager\nKara Haynes\, HireAbility Transition Program Associate Manager
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-hireability-vts-summer-career-exploration-program/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20230103T191153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T191153Z
UID:10676-1676275200-1676307600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Skano Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness puppet presentations generously sponsored by Mohawk Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/skano-elementary-school-puppet-presentation-2/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20230103T191528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T192513Z
UID:10678-1675929600-1675962000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Johnson Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness & Stress Programs generously funded by the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/johnson-elementary-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
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SUMMARY:Watch: Services for Children who are Blind or Visually Impaired - What can VABVI provide for My Child?
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording for “Services for Children who are Blind or Visually Impaired – What can VABVI provide for My Child?” here.\nIn this workshop\, parents and professionals will learn about Vermont Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired (VABVI) services for children ages birth through high school graduation. VABVI staff includes Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI)\, Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialists (CATIS) for Individuals with Visually Impairments and Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialists (COMS). Learn about the 9 areas of the “Expanded Core Curriculum” specific to students with a visual impairment\, the updated July 2022 VT AOE qualifications for a visual impairment and the variety of assessments\, consultation\, and direct instruction options available through VABVI. \nPresenter: \n\nStephanie Bissonette is the VABVI Director of Children Services\, a licensed Teacher of the Visually Impaired and a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist. In addition to overseeing the children services department\, she supervises the 15 TVI’s\, COMS and CATIS for children with visual impairments. She received her undergraduate degree as a TVI from Dominican College and her master’s degree from Boston College as a COMS. She has glaucoma resulting from a childhood accident and has 37 years of experience in the field at VABVI. Stephanie is the Vermont state liaison for the UMass Boston teacher training programs in the field of visual impairments and the Vermont Ex-Officio Trustee for the American Printing House for the Blind.\nTaya Tarr – Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with the VT Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-services-for-children-who-are-blind-or-visually-impaired-what-can-vabvi-provide-for-my-child/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T192138Z
UID:10675-1675324800-1675357200@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Boght Hills Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness puppet presentations generously sponsored by DeNooyer Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/boght-hills-elementary-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T080000
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UID:10544-1674633600-1674666000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:St. Monica-St. Michael School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness & Stress for Grades PK-4 \nAnxiety & Stress Workshop for Grades 5-6
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/st-monica-st-michael-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T211611Z
UID:10656-1674133200-1674136800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Learn\, Earn\, and Prosper (LEAP): Opportunities for Blind and Visually Impaired Youth in Vermont
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording for “Learn\, Earn\, and Prosper (LEAP): Opportunities for Blind and Visually Impaired Youth in Vermont” here.\nLEAP has something for everyone! Join us to hear about the variety of options for work experiences and personal-professional development for blind and visually impaired youth throughout the state. \nWe’ll cover the process of referrals and applications to join programs; our variety of virtual and in person opportunities; how our work experiences\, retreats\, residential programming\, and skill-based workshops work; and how different students and abilities benefit from different options. \nA small panel of our LEAP students will join us to tell their own stories and speak to the relationships and learning they gained from their LEAP experiences. \nPresenters: \n\nSarah Kirby\, LEAP Program Coordinator\nHannah Peach\, LEAP Virtual Program Developer\nTaya Tarr\, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with the VT Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-learn-earn-and-prosper-leap-opportunities-for-blind-and-visually-impaired-youth-in-vermont/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20230103T190327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T214158Z
UID:10673-1674115200-1674147600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Derby Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Friend 2 Friend Demystifying Autism
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/academy-school-puppet-presentation-2/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221104T165353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T223157Z
UID:10584-1673431200-1673434800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Finding a Summer Camp: There is a camp in New England for every camper!
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording for “Finding a Summer Camp: There is a camp in New England for every camper!” here. \nJoin us for a presentation and conversation around finding a summer camp. We’ll cover the overall camp experience touching upon the natural connection between camp and school\, including how camps can fit into the extended school year (ESY) within your child’s individualized education program (IEP). We’ll look at processes and resources for finding camps\, including tangible steps and resources families can use to find the right camp for their camper (or young adult…Camp is a phenomenal work experience too). \nOur hope is that you find a camp that will safely take your child and return them happy\, healthy\, and having made friends and memories. For over 100 years\, the American Camp Association\, New England has maintained that while not every camp is for every camper\, there is a camp in New England for every camper\, regardless of ability! \nPresenters: \n• Bud Copeland – Director of Membership & Engagement – ACA\, New England. Originally from sunnier and warmer climates\, Bud became “Born Again New England” after spending 15 summers at a camp in Maine where he was a counselor\, Athletic Director\, Head Counselor\, and Director of Operations before joining ACA\, New England in 2017 to lead membership and engagement activities. His responsibilities include member services\, external communications\, and providing support for both the public and our membership with their recruitment or camp selection processes. \n• Karen Price\, Co-Director of Family Support and Project Director\, Parent Training & Information Center at Vermont Family Network.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-finding-a-summer-camp-there-is-a-camp-in-new-england-for-every-camper/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221108T185610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T185232Z
UID:10587-1673424000-1673456400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Miller's Run School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness & Stress for Grades PK-4 \nAnxiety & Stress Workshop for Grades 5-6
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/millers-run-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221011T190020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T185132Z
UID:10549-1672905600-1672938000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Academy School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness & Stress for Grades K-4 \nAnxiety & Stress Workshop for Grades 5-6
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/academy-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221011T185832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T185832Z
UID:10548-1671091200-1671123600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Shoreham Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness & Stress Puppet Presentations Generously Funded by Walter Cerf Foundation
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/shoreham-elementary-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221011T185650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T185650Z
UID:10547-1670486400-1670518800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Shelburne Community School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Demystifying Autism Puppet Presentations
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/shelburne-community-school-puppet-presentation-2/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221003T193713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T202004Z
UID:10528-1670407200-1670410800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Regulating at Home
DESCRIPTION:Watch recording for “Regulating at Home” here.\nRegulating at home can be tricky\, especially after a day of school and activities. Being around your child who is fluctuating in and out of regulation can look and feel out of control\, overwhelming\, dysregulating\, and triggering for everyone in the family. In this workshop learn about what dysregulation is from a brainstem “inside-out” perspective\, figure out what your child’s regulation pattern is\, talk about how a custom home program can support this\, and start to create a regulation-supporting routine that makes sense for you and your child. This discussion will end by teaching you how to support your child’s regulation through the evening and into bedtime. This presentation is most applicable for children under age 12\, but the concepts are helpful for children\, teenagers\, and young adults of any age. \nPresenter:\n– Natalie Mannherz is a pediatric occupational therapist\, piano teacher\, ski coach\, human developer\, and a mother of two young boys. She was the founder of two private therapy practices in Boulder\, Colorado for nine years before moving back to her Vermont hometown in 2021. Natalie specializes in sensory integration; she is constantly expanding her view of neurodivergence as she parents her neurodivergent child. Natalie identifies as neurodivergent with an ADHD diagnosis.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-regulating-at-home/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221011T175647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T175647Z
UID:10546-1669881600-1669914000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Chamberlin School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Sexual Abuse Awareness Puppet Presentation
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/chamberlin-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221101T173554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T210509Z
UID:10575-1669802400-1669806000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: College & Careers - Personalized Support Planning
DESCRIPTION:Watch recording for “College & Careers: Personalized Support Planning” here.\nLearn how Progressive Education can help ease the stress for a youth with a disability and their family as they consider college and careers during or after high school. Progressive Education can help a young person identify their path and develop the skills to succeed through exciting\, real-world opportunities and one-on-one counseling. \nJoin us as we highlight the work between HireAbility VT and College Compass and Community College of Vermont (CCV) in developing and supporting a personalized plan including mentorship\, campus engagement\, skill building\, and strong team-based communication as we focus on working toward greater independence and advocacy for long-term success. \nPresenter Panel includes: \n\nTara Howe\, HireAbility VT Transition Program Manager\nBrya L. Emery\, College Steps Director of Admissions and Enrollment at the College Compass Program\nChris Kennedy\, College Steps Regional Director at the College Compass Program\nNatalie Searle\, Director of Secondary Education Initiatives at the Community College of Vermont (CCV)\nDana Oliver\, Program Manager at the Community College of Vermont (CCV)
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-college-careers-personalized-support-planning/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221011T175524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T175524Z
UID:10545-1669795200-1669827600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Ripton Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Cerebral Palsy and Disability Awareness Puppet Presentations
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/ripton-elementary-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221110T175902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T224953Z
UID:10593-1669748400-1669752000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Open Enrollment Virtual Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Watch recording for the Open Enrollment Virtual Town Hall here.\nInterested in learning more about Open Enrollment for the Vermont Health Insurance Marketplace (Vermont Health Connect) or need to enroll or renew your health insurance through Vermont Health Connect (VHC)? Get information that you can share or use for yourself. \nOpen Enrollment started November 1st! To ensure your coverage begins on January 1\, 2023\, you must enroll by December 15\, 2022. When enrolled through VHC\, many Vermonters will continue to get enhanced financial assistance! \nIn this virtual Town Hall meeting to learn about this and other important Open Enrollment announcements. Department of Vermont Health Access staff who share information about how to choose a plan\, options for financial assistance\, and how to get help applying or understanding your options if you need it. \nPresenters: \n\nZack Goss\, Health Care Training and Communication Manager\, Department of Vermont Health Access\nStacy DeSisto\, Assistant Program Manager\, Department of Vermont Health Access
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-open-enrollment-virtual-town-hall/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221011T175133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T175133Z
UID:10543-1668067200-1668099600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Danville Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness & Stress Program generously funded by the Vermont Department of Mental Health
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/danville-elementary-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T093000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20220923T161029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T165246Z
UID:10520-1667464200-1667467800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:"Growing Community Together” VFN’s Strong Families\, Strong Futures Fundraising Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Register here for “Growing Community Together”.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/growing-community-together-vfns-strong-families-strong-futures-fundraising-breakfast/
LOCATION:Delta Hotel by Mariott Burlington\, 1117 Williston Road\, South Burlington\, VT\, 05403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221102T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221102T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221004T211453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T163443Z
UID:10530-1667394000-1667397600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Equitable and Inclusive Environments for Every Family - Stopping the Suspension and Expulsion of Preschoolers in Vermont
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording “Equitable and Inclusive Environments for Every Family: Stopping the Suspension and Expulsion of Preschoolers in Vermont” here.\nIn 2005\, the first published national rates of preschoolers being expelled from childcare and preschool programs received tremendous national and international media attention. Since then\, Vermont and other states across the country have worked on addressing the more than 50\,000 yearly suspensions and expulsions of 3 and 4-year-olds in preschool settings. \nThis webinar will focus on:\n• Why there is a national focus on the suspension and expulsion of young children\n• What suspension and expulsion may look like in a preschool setting\n• How Vermont’s new law regarding suspension and expulsion of children under age 8 impacts children in preschool settings and their families\n• Current information and resources for families to support their child in inclusive preschool settings \nPresenters: \n\nKatie McCarthy\, M.Ed.\, Early Childhood Special Education Coordinator and DEC aRPy Ambassador on the Early Education Team at the Vermont Agency of Education\nAmy Murphy\, M.Ed.\, Early Education Inclusion Coordinator on the Early Education Team at the Vermont Agency of Education
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-equitable-and-inclusive-environments-for-every-family-stopping-the-suspension-and-expulsion-of-preschoolers-in-vermont/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20220923T162502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T182457Z
UID:10521-1666864800-1666868400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Students with Disabilities and School Discipline - Understanding Your Rights
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of  “Students with Disabilities and School Discipline – Understanding Your Rights” here.\nThis workshop will examine the rights of students with disabilities as they relate to school discipline.  The session will include an overview of students’ discipline rights and protections and answer questions like: \n\nWho can/can’t be suspended?\nWhat is an informal removal?\nWhen the school call to say they are sending my child home\, what can I do?\nWhat is a Manifestation Determination Review and when is it required?\nWhen can the district change my child’s placement and what are my options?\n\nPresenter: \nCammie M 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 advocated for the needs of children and their families since long before joining Vermont Legal Aid as an 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 dedicates approximately half her time to advocating for children with disabilities regarding their rights in schools\, and the other half advocating for other individuals with disabilities who are facing legal problems like access to health care or discrimination because of their disabilities.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-students-with-disabilities-and-school-discipline-understanding-your-rights/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221004T210303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T163536Z
UID:10529-1666270800-1666274400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: Protecting and Empowering our Children and Youth with Autism Through Kidpower
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording for “Protecting and Empowering our Children and Youth with Autism Through Kidpower” here.\nIn this workshop\, adults who support children and youth will learn how to help young people with autism build stronger relationships and be safer from bullying\, abuse\, and other harm. We’ll practice ways parents & caregivers can teach young people of all abilities how to: \n• protect themselves from bullying\n• set and respect boundaries\n• move away from trouble before it grows\n• protect themselves from teasing and harassment\n• get help from adults – and persist until they get it \nWe’ll show how to adapt skills based on kids’ needs and abilities and how to use the skills yourself in order to protect your child! \nPresenter:\n– Laura Slesar is the Center Director for Kidpower Vermont. She has been teaching Kidpower’s safety skills to children\, teens\, and adults for over 16 years. She worked for 10 years at Rock Point School in Burlington as a residential educator and the director of the residential program\, and then provided respite care to Rock Point School students in crisis for 7 years on an on-call basis. She served on the leadership team of the Lake Champlain Waldorf High School in Shelburne for 8 years and was a student advisor and class sponsor for 4 years there. Laura has a BA from the University of Vermont\, a Marlboro Graduate Certificate in Systems Leadership\, and an MBA in Sustainability Leadership from Prescott College. She is the mom of two grown kids\, ages 25 and 21\, who are both Kidpower alumni.
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-protecting-and-empowering-our-children-and-youth-with-autism-through-kidpower/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221011T175016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T175016Z
UID:10542-1666166400-1666198800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Albany Community School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness & Stress Program generously sponsored by The National Life Group Foundation\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:30-10:05\nPK\nKindness & Stress Puppets\n\n\n10:25-11:00\nK\nKindness & Stress Puppets\n\n\n12:00-12:35\n1 and 2/3\nKindness & Stress Puppets\n\n\n1:00-1:35\n3/4\nKindness & Stress Puppets\n\n\n2:00-2:45\n5/6\nAnxiety & Stress Workshop
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/albany-community-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20220815T185119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T214452Z
UID:10451-1665666000-1665669600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Watch: The 988 Crisis Line - What Families Should Know
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording of “The 988 Crisis Line – What Families Should Know” here.\nYou may have seen in media outlets that a new crisis line\, 988\, has been launched in Vermont and nationally. What exactly is 988 and how might it impact your family? Please join us as we host a team from the Vermont Department of Mental Health to talk about this new crisis line and what it means for Vermont individuals and families. \nPresenters: \n\nSamantha Sweet\, Director of Mental Health Services at the Vermont Department of Mental Health\nAmy Guidice\, 988 Implementation Planning Coordinator
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/register-for-the-988-crisis-line-what-families-should-know/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20221011T174642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T174810Z
UID:10541-1665561600-1665594000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Northfield Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Kindness and Stress Programs generously sponsored by The National Life Group Foundation\n9:30-10:10 Kindergarten & 1st Grade Puppet Program\n10:30-11:10 4th Grade Puppet Program\n12:00-12:40 2nd Grade Puppet Program\n1:00-1:40 5th Grade Workshop\n2:00-2:40 3rd Grade Puppet Program
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/northfield-elementary-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173547
CREATED:20220817T174754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T211714Z
UID:10456-1664301600-1664308800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:September Support Parent Training
DESCRIPTION:Vermont Family Network (VFN) is seeking Support Parent volunteers! If you are at a point in your parenting journey where you are ready to support another family\, please consider becoming a trained VFN Support Parent with our Parent Match Program. \nThrough a one-to-one “match\,” experienced Support Parents offer emotional support to families and assist them in finding information and resources. Over the years\, VFN has made hundreds of parent matches and we hear from parents again and again about how helpful it was to talk with another parent who has “been there.” \nThis month’s training will be delivered in 2 parts. In Part 1\, we will share our Power Point training slides (through email) along with a questionnaire that will ensure participant’s understanding of the material. Part 2 will involve joining a Support Parent Zoom gathering for discussion about the Parent Match process\, review of necessary skills\, and sharing of family stories. This gathering is scheduled for Tuesday\, September 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. \nInterested parents can complete this Survey Monkey application. \nAfter we receive your application\, Mindy will reach out begin the training process. Please email mindy.deibler@vtfn.org with any questions. \nWe appreciate your interest in VFN’s Parent Match Program!
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/september-support-parent-training/
CATEGORIES:Past
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Family Network":MAILTO:rachel.boyers@vtfn.org
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