FREE ADVOCACY WORKSHOPS

Special Education 101 10 am – 12pm

Receive basic training on special education laws and advocacy techniques for children with disabilities in school. Learn how to develop an appropriate education program and how to resolve any disputes over services, supports, or placement.

Transition Planning for Youth to Adult Age 1pm – 3pm

Receive training on how older youth can plan for life after high school. Learn what should be included in an IEP and about more resources and information that can help students prepare for transition to adulthood.

ENROLL NOW TO ATTEND WORKSHOPS IN YOUR AREA!!!

September 10 Philadelphia – Vision for EQuality, The Cast Iron Bldg. 6N, 718 Arch Street
September 11 Camp Hill – Giant Center Community Rooms, 3301 Trindle Road
September 25 St. Mary’s – Community Education Center, 4 Erie Avenue, #200
October 9 Greensburg – The Arc of Westmoreland, 316 Donohoe Road
October 22 Allentown – Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living, 713 N. 13th Street
October 27 New Castle – Vocational Rehabilitation Services, 100 Margaret Street

To Participate from Personal Computer on October 9

To Register for Special Education/Transition Training

If you are unable to attend the trainings at one of the listed host sites, you can participate in the training from your personal computer on October 9. Please contact DASH about participating remotely.

For More Information Contact DASH– Call toll free at 800-692-7443 Ext. 312 (877-375-7139 TTD) OR send an email to [email protected]

No charge for workshops or materials
Workshop materials are available in alternate formats
Accommodation request must be made with registration a week before scheduled training.

TO HELP DISABILITY ADVOCACY GROUPS IMPROVE THEIR SKILLS!

These workshops are provided by the Disability Advocacy Support Hub (DASH) - a project of the Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania. The DASH project is supported by a grant from the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council.