EVENT CALENDAR
Registration is required for all workshops. Contact Sandra McFarland: 877-374-0511 or smcfarland@wifacets.org or our statewide office, 877-374-467. Requests for any special accommodations must be made at least 2 weeks before the event.
WI FACETS-sponsored workshops are free. Fees for attending workshops sponsored by other groups are noted. Some stipends may be available to parents to help support their attendance at WI FACETS-sponsored workshops (as, to help with child care, transportation).
July 2008
July - date TBA
Center: City of Milwaukee
Event: Latino Autism Support Group – Summer Picnic
Sponsor: WI FACETS/ASSEW
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Wil-o-Way Underwood Park, 10602 Watertown Plan Rd, Wauwatosa
Information: Martha Lechuga, 414-383-5417; or nramos@wifacets.org, 414-374-4645 x 124
July 11
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Individual Education Plans – Part I
Includes federal/state rules and regulations related to creating the Individualized Education Program to ensure quality education. Included are: what is an IEP, who is on the IEP team, role of IEP team, Initial evaluation timeline, What is in the IEP (determining present levels of academic achievement & functional performance, annual goals, benchmarks/short term objectives, reporting progress, types & amounts of services, state/district assessments. Take Part II for information on Transition, Special Factors and Procedural Safeguards.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Pat Patterson, WI FACETS Racine/Kenosha Center Coordinator
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
July 15
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Family Empowerment
When families are involved in their child’s education and school, outcomes are better for kids! This interactive workshop will focus on the latest research regarding family involvement and will provide simple strategies to help families become more empowered! Tips will also be given on how to empower students so they can more meaningfully participate in the IEP process.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Jenny Stonemeier, Milwaukee Metro Center Coordinator
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
July 23
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Presenter Skill Building
Have you always wanted to serve as a trainer or presenter, but were afraid you didn’t have the skills you needed? Or, are you a more experienced presenter who would love to learn some good nuggets which will help you polish your skills? This interactive session will teach you some of the basics to pulling off a smooth presentation, including strategies for handling those challenging audience members!
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Kara Van Vooren, WI FACETS Fox Valley Center Coordinator
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
July 28 - August 1
Center: City of Milwaukee
Event: Youth Leadership Summit
The Youth Leadership Summit is a week-long gathering of Milwaukee and surrounding area high school students with disabilities that is held in the summer. Participants learn about independent living topics such as conflict resolution, college & employment issues, money management, disability rights, healthy & safe relationships and more. Participants have the opportunity to meet, socialize, brainstorm, and participate in activities with youth with disabilities from other area high schools, hear from panelists of college providers, employment agencies and other successful community young people. The summit includes breakfast and lunch each day, travel reimbursement options and a $100 stipend for participating in the entire program. The Youth Leadership Summit is a great way to meet others, learn about independent living and talk about issues affecting young persons with disabilities who are making the transition from high school to “the real world.”
Co-Sponsors: WI FACETS/IndependenceFirst/ Milwaukee County Disability Services Division and US DHHS/ACF Youth Resource Center
Presenters: TBA
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: IndependenceFirst, 600 W. Virginia St., Milwaukee
Information: Alie Kriofske-Mainella, 414-226-8112, akriofske@independencefirst.org; 414-374-4645 ext 124
Other: Applications are required. Call for application. Stipends provided to youth.
August 2008
August 5
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Advocating for Others
You may someday or may have already been asked by another family to advocate on their behalf. This workshop will provide information and strategies on becoming a more effective communicator and advocate for other families.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Jill Gonzalez, WI FACETS South Center Coordinator
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
August 11
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Preschool Options – in Spanish
Options for children when they turn 3 and leave the Birth to 3 program. Guidance is provided on building partnerships with families in the transition process from Birth to 3 to special education services in the public schools.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Nelsinia Ramos, WI FACETS Youth Center Co-Director
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
August 14
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Preschool Options
Options for children when they turn 3 and leave the Birth to 3 program. Guidance is provided on building partnerships with families in the transition process from Birth to 3 to special education services in the public schools.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: WI FACETS Staff TBD
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
August 22
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Individual Education Plans – Part II
Federal/state rules and regulations related to creating the Individualized Education Program to ensure quality education. (Continues from where Part I ends, so best to take Part I first, but not required. Part II provides definition and examples of what IEP might include as “Special Education” services, “Related Services,” “Supplementary Aids & Services,” Program Modifications & Supports for School Personnel,” and where to write the amount of these services in the IEP. Also includes Procedural Safeguards (as, notices required).
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Pat Patterson, WI FACETS Racine/Kenosha Coordinator
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
September 2008
September 11
Center: Statewide
Workshop: About WI FACETS
WI FACETS, founded in 1995, is now a leading source of information and support for children and youth with special needs, their families, educators and others who support them. Learn about WI FACETS programs and services, and volunteer and donor opportunities.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Pat Patterson, WI FACETS Racine/Kenosha Center Coordinator
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
September 16
Center: Statewide
Workshop: WI Special Ed. Mediation System Dispute Resolution Options
WI Special Education Mediation System (WSEMS) has been helping parents and schools resolve disputes about special education since 1996. Learn about free early dispute resolution options available through WSEMS (mediation, facilitated IEPs, facilitated resolution meetings).
Co-Sponsors: WI FACETS & WSEMS
Presenters: Nissan Bar-Lev, CESA 7 Special Education Director; and Jan Serak, WI FACETS Executive Co-Director
Time: 12 – 1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
September 25
Center: Statewide
Workshop: About WI FACETS – in Spanish
WI FACETS, founded in 1995, is now a leading source of information and support for children and youth with special needs, their families, educators and others who support them. Learn about WI FACETS programs and services, and volunteer and donor opportunities.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Nelsinia Ramos, WI FACETS Youth Center Co-Director
Time: 12 – 1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
September 27
Center: City of Milwaukee
Event: Latino Autism Support Group
Sponsor: WI FACETS/ASSEW
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: 16th St. Community Health Center, 1032 S. Cesar Chaves Dr, Milwaukee
Information: Martha Lechuga, 414-383-5417; or nramos@wifacets.org, 414-374-4645 x 124
September 30
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Introduction to Special Education
Parents and educators are introduced to the special education rules & regulations for educating children with disabilities, focusing on IDEA and the importance of communication and collaboration.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: WI FACETS Staff TBD
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org;
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
October 2008
October 7
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Communication Strategies
Communication is the basis of everything that we do with families and schools. This workshop will provide very basic, yet collaborative information about increasing the effectiveness of our communication skills. Including dealing with emotional left-overs and focusing on the child’s immediate needs in order to accomplish your goal.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Mary Sobczak, WI FACETS North Central Center Coordinator
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org;
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
October 22
Center: Statewide
Workshop: WI Special Ed. Mediation System Dispute Resolution Options
WI Special Education Mediation System (WSEMS) has been helping parents and schools resolve disputes about special education since 1996. Learn about free early dispute resolution options available through WSEMS (mediation, facilitated IEPs, facilitated resolution meetings).
Co-Sponsors: WI FACETS & WSEMS
Presenters: Nissan Bar-Lev, CESA 7 Special Education Director; and Jan Serak, WI FACETS Executive Co-Director
Time: 12 – 1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
October 25
Center: City of Milwaukee
Event: Latino Autism Support Group
Sponsor: WI FACETS/ASSEW
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: 16th St. Community Health Center, 1032 S. Cesar Chaves Dr, Milwaukee
Information: Martha Lechuga, 414-383-5417; or nramos@wifacets.org, 414-374-4645 x 124
October 27
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Individual Education Plans – Part I
Includes federal/state rules and regulations related to creating the Individualized Education Program to ensure quality education. Included are: what is an IEP, who is on the IEP team, role of IEP team, Initial evaluation timeline, What is in the IEP (determining present levels of academic achievement & functional performance, annual goals, benchmarks/short term objectives, reporting progress, types & amounts of services, state/district assessments. Take Part II for information on Transition, Special Factors and Procedural Safeguards.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Mary Sobczak, North Central Center Coordinator
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
October 30
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Individual Education Plans – Part I – in Spanish
Parents and educators learn rules and regulations related to creating the Individualized Education Program to ensure quality education. Included are: the IEP team, determining present levels of performance, annual goals, benchmarks/short term objectives, transition considerations.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Nelsinia Ramos, WI FACETS Youth Center Co-Director
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
November 2008
November 5
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Bullying & Harassment
This workshop covers the definition of disability harassment and the common types of bullying. Strategies are covered for how to talk with your child about bullying and methods for how you child to react. Also discussed are the federal laws that apply to disability harassment, the role of the school to respond/prevent harassment, and how to use the IEP to react to bullying behavior.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: WI FACETS Staff TBD
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
November 7 & 8
Center: Statewide
Conference: 2008 WI FACETS Parent Leadership Conference
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenters:WI FACETS Staff & TBD
Time: Fri. 1-5; Sat. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Kalahari Conference Center, WI Dells
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Other: Conference limited to WI FACETS Parent Leaders
November 13
Center: Statewide
Workshop: WI Special Ed. Mediation System Dispute Resolution Options
WI Special Education Mediation System (WSEMS) has been helping parents and schools resolve disputes about special education since 1996. Learn about free early dispute resolution options available through WSEMS (mediation, facilitated IEPs, facilitated resolution meetings).
Co-Sponsors: WI FACETS & WSEMS
Presenters: Nissan Bar-Lev, CESA 7 Special Education Director; and Jan Serak, WI FACETS Executive Co-Director
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
November 17
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Individual Education Plans – Part II
Federal/state rules and regulations related to creating the Individualized Education Program to ensure quality education. (Continues from where Part I ends, so best to take Part I first, but not required. Part II provides definition and examples of what IEP might include as “Special Education” services, “Related Services,” “Supplementary Aids & Services,” Program Modifications & Supports for School Personnel,” and where to write the amount of these services in the IEP. Also includes Procedural Safeguards (as, notices required).
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Mary Sobczak, WI FACETS North Central Center Coordinator
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
November 20
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Individual Education Plans – Part II – presented entirely in Spanish
Federal/state rules and regulations related to creating the Individualized Education Program to ensure quality education. (Continues from where Part I ends, so best to take Part I first, but not required. Part II provides definition and examples of what IEP might include as “Special Education” services, “Related Services,” “Supplementary Aids & Services,” Program Modifications & Supports for School Personnel,” and where to write the amount of these services in the IEP. Also includes Procedural Safeguards (as, notices required).
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Nelsinia Ramos, WI FACETS City of Milwaukee Center Coordinator
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org;
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
November 22
Center: City of Milwaukee
Event: Latino Autism Support Group
Sponsor: WI FACETS/ASSEW
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: 16th St. Community Health Center, 1032 S. Cesar Chaves Dr, Milwaukee
Information: Martha Lechuga, 414-383-5417; or nramos@wifacets.org, 414-374-4645 x 124
December 2008
December Date TBA
Center: City of Milwaukee
Event: Latino Autism Support Group Holiday Party
Sponsor: WI FACETS/ASSEW
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: 16th St. Community Health Center, 1032 S. Cesar Chaves Dr, Milwaukee
Information: Martha Lechuga, 414-383-5417; or nramos@wifacets.org, 414-374-4645 x 124
December 4
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Transition
Families, students with disabilities and others learn about post-secondary/vocational and rehabilitation services available after high school related to employment, independent living and community life.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Jill Gonzalez
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
December 12
Center: Statewide
Workshop: WI Special Ed. Mediation System Dispute Resolution Options - entirely presented in Spanish
WI Special Education Mediation System (WSEMS) has been helping parents and schools resolve disputes about special education since 1996. Learn about free early dispute resolution options available through WSEMS (mediation, facilitated IEPs, facilitated resolution meetings).
Co-Sponsors: WI FACETS & WSEMS
Presenters: Nelsinia Ramos, WI FACETS City of Milw. Center Coordinator & WSEMS Outreach Coordinator
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org
December 16
Center: Statewide
Workshop: Section 504
Learn why and how Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act impacts the education of children with disabilities; differences between Section 504 and IDEA; and how Section 504 works to establish a “level playing field” by eliminating barriers that exclude persons with disabilities.
Sponsor: WI FACETS
Presenter: Jill Gonzalez, WI FACETS South Center Coordinator
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Telephone – Toll-free call to participate
Information: 877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org;
Register 1 week in advance. Workshop materials & call-in information will be mailed.
STATEWIDE/NATIONAL EVENT CALENDARS
Birth to 3 Wisline Teleconferences
Birth to 3 WI Personnel Development and RESource
Wisconsin Education Calendar
Education-related activities and events, posted by the WI Dept. of Public
WSPEI Calendar of Training for Parents & Educators
March 3, 2008 – Autism Spectrum Disorder Workshop, 8-3:30 p.m. – LaSure’s, Oshkosh (register: http://www.cesa6.k12.wi.us)
March 14-15, 2008 – WI Council on Special Education, 7-9 p.m. Wed, 8:30-12 Thurs. (608) 267-9183, place TBD
April 6-8, 2008 – WI Indian Education Assoc. Conference, Concourse Hotel, Madison (http://www.wiea.org)
April 8-9, 2008 – WI Statewide Autism Training Advanced, Addressing Challenging Behavior, Quality Inn, 2969 Cahill Main, Madison (http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/autism.html)
April 24-26, 2008 – Early Childhood Education Conference, Menomonie, (http://www.uwstout.edu/outreach/conf/ece/ececonf_intro.htm)
April 24-25, 2008 – Circles of Life Conference – Ramada Downtown, Eau Claire (http://www.wfv.org/circle/brochure.html)
May 1-3, 2008 – Autism Society of WI Annual Conference – Regency Suites, Green Bay (http://www.asw4autism.org)
May 14-15, 2008– WI Council on Special Education, 7-9 p.m. Wed, 8:30-12 Thurs. (608) 267-9183, Comfort Inn, 4822 East Washington, Madison
November 18-19, 2008 – WI Dept. of Public Instruction Special Education Leadership Conference – Middleton
Other WI Events
1st & 3rd Mondays – Survival Coalition, Madison, 10-12
Monthly - Quality Education Coalition, Madison & Milwaukee, time TBA (877-374-4645 ext. 102 for more information)
National Events
MAY 26 - 28, 2008 -INTL.CONF. ON SELF-DETERMINATION Sponsored by the Center for Self-Determination, Detroit. Information: http://www.self-determination.com
WI FACETS BOARD MEETINGS
Parents, individuals with disabilities and others interested in consideration for Board service should contact WI FACETS' Co-Directors at 877-374-4645 for referral to the Board President. WISLINE requests needed 1 week in advance.
2008 Meeting Schedule January 12, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.; April 19, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.; July 17, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.; and Oct. 14, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
