BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Vermont Family Network - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vermont Family Network
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20230312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20231105T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20240910T215807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T152057Z
UID:11661-1732194000-1732197600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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:20241204T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20241023T184203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T184203Z
UID:11765-1733990400-1734022800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20241007T175322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T175322Z
UID:11706-1734422400-1734454800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20241007T175529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T175529Z
UID:11708-1734508800-1734541200@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20241023T184246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T184246Z
UID:11766-1737100800-1737133200@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20250127T211122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T211122Z
UID:11893-1737619200-1737651600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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:20250130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20241023T184318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T184318Z
UID:11767-1738224000-1738256400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20250318T160444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T160444Z
UID:11947-1738742400-1738774800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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:20250212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20250318T160656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T160656Z
UID:11948-1739347200-1739379600@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20241212T172949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T225104Z
UID:11843-1739440800-1739444400@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
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:20250220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20250318T160759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T160759Z
UID:11949-1740038400-1740070800@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:St Albans City School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by the VT Department of Mental Health
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/st-albans-city-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20250318T160915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T160915Z
UID:11951-1741852800-1741885200@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Milton Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by the VT Department of Mental Health
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/milton-elementary-school-puppet-presentation-3/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20250318T161020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T161147Z
UID:11952-1742457600-1742490000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:IAA @ St Marks School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by the VT Department of Mental Health
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/iaa-st-marks-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20250318T161240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T161240Z
UID:11953-1743580800-1743613200@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Ripton Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by the VT Department of Mental Health
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/ripton-elementary-school-puppet-presentation-2/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T144500
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20250318T161334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T161334Z
UID:11954-1746604800-1746637200@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Cavendish Elementary School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by the VT Department of Mental Health
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/cavendish-elementary-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20250318T161540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T161540Z
UID:11956-1747900800-1747933200@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Shaker Road School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by DeNooyer Chevrolet
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/shaker-road-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
CREATED:20250318T161436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T161436Z
UID:11955-1748505600-1748538000@www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
SUMMARY:Mary Hogan School Puppet Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Puppet presentations generously sponsored by the VT Department of Mental Health
URL:https://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org/event/mary-hogan-school-puppet-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Puppets in Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153827
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
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR