Navigating School Support to Address Student Behavior
Has your child recently received a behavioral referral at school? Are you lost navigating school supports? You aren’t alone and this virtual training may be
November 7, 2024
Recorded Trainings
South Carolina IDEA Dispute Resolution Options
Dispute Resolution 3: This presentation identifies and explains the five dispute resolution options parents of students with disabilities residing in South Carolina have under the
December 20, 2023
IEP Team Disagreements
Dispute Resolution 2: This presentation will review parent participation at IEP meetings and suggestions to prepare for IEP meetings. Tips will be provided to help
December 20, 2023
Dispute Resolution – What is Advocacy?
Dispute Resolution 1: This presentation aims to empower parents with the knowledge and tools they need to be effective advocates for their child’s education. We
December 20, 2023
IDEA and Behavior
Behavior 4: It is important for parents/guardians and students with disabilities to be aware of how discipline is addressed under the Individuals with Disabilities Education
December 20, 2023
Behavior Concerns: What Do I Do? Parent and Student Advocacy
Behavior 3: In this video, connections between a student’s behavior at home and school and its impact on the student’s academic success will be discussed.
December 20, 2023
Meeting Behavioral & Academic Needs of All Children, part 2
Behavior 2: This video briefly recaps the benefits of social emotional competence for children with disabilities and shares information on some of the school practices
December 20, 2023
Meeting Behavioral & Academic Needs of All Children, part 1
Behavior 1: This is the first of two behavior focused videos sharing information on the importance of social and emotional skills in meeting the needs
December 20, 2023
Understanding Your Child’s 504 Plan
Dr. Susan Thomas reviews required components for evaluation, eligibility, and process for creating a 504 plan. If you would like additional information about 504 plans
December 6, 2023
Impacting Special Education Policy: Making Your Voices Heard
This training provides a review of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) law and opportunities for South Carolina parents to advocate for change to
November 7, 2023
Understanding your child’s IEP
Dr. Susan Thomas, retired Special Education Director, provides a comprehensive introduction to the Individual Education Program (IEP). This recording outlines steps of the special education
October 4, 2023
Getting Ready for the Start of School for Elementary Students
The start of a new school year can be stressful for families. It’s not too early to start preparing our children (and ourselves!) for the
August 21, 2023
Family Connection: South Carolina’s Parent Training and Information Center
Need help understanding your child’s IEP or 504 plan? Have concerns about your child’s learning and aren’t sure who to talk to? Join us as
August 21, 2023
Asthma Ed: What You Need to Know for Back to School
It’s time for school! If your child has asthma, it will be important to communicate with your child’s school nurse and teachers about triggers, treatment,
August 21, 2023
Why Class Setting Matters: Making Sense of Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
How do I know if my child is in the right class for him? How does my child’s IEP team determine the most appropriate class
August 21, 2023