Upcoming Events

Oct
12
Sat
2019 PEAC Annual Inclusion Conference / IEP Clinic @ PEAC Offices The Cast Iron Building
Oct 12 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Mark your calendars for the 2019 PEAC Annual Inclusion Conference

2019 IEP Clinic

When?
Saturday, October 12th, 2019
10:00AM – 2:00PM

Where?
PEAC Offices The Cast Iron Building
718 Arch Street, 6N Philadelphia, PA 19104

Absolutely FREE!!!
Open to families from all districts.

Sponsored by
PEAC Pennsylvania’s Education for All Coalition, Inc.

REGISTER TODAY

Schedule a 45-minute session with two expert consultants to improve your child’s IEP.
Go home with IEP tips and a list of next steps. Enjoy networking tables, free resources and light refreshments.

Register soon as space is limited!

Suggested Topics

  • Inclusion
  • Goal Writing
  • Secondary Transition
  • Extended School Year
  • Specially Designed Instruction
  • Assistive Technology
  • Positive Behavior Supports
  • Special Ed Law
  • Related Services and Others!

Spanish speaking experts are available!

Please register for this service in advance.

Please let us know in advance if you require specific accommodations in order to participate!


Schedule your appointment by contacting us at [email protected] or (267) 232-0570, include your name and contact information. Please allow a few days for a return call.

Presuming Competence in the IEP: October 12, 2019 @ PaTTAN
Oct 12 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Please join us for an informative session on Presuming Competence in the IEP: Moving from Theory to Practice. Hear how FAMILIES TO THE MAX: Pennsylvania Statewide Family Network or F2MAX families of students with diverse learning needs have been successful in making change in schools’ special education service provision.

REGISTER TODAY

VIEW THE FLYER

If you need more information or assistance in attending this session, please contact:
Lorie Brew, [email protected] or 215-567-6143 ext 222
Linda Cartwright, [email protected], or Jacqui DiDomenico, [email protected], 1-800-441-3215

The FAMILIES TO THE MAX
Southeast Regional Team
Jill, Lorie, Kim, Jacqui, Marjorie, Nicole, Jamie, Linda, Anita, Tamia

Oct
18
Fri
Presuming Competence in the IEP: October 18, 2019 @ PaTTAN
Oct 18 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Please join us for an informative session on Presuming Competence in the IEP: Moving from Theory to Practice. Hear how FAMILIES TO THE MAX: Pennsylvania Statewide Family Network or F2MAX families of students with diverse learning needs have been successful in making change in schools’ special education service provision.

REGISTER TODAY

VIEW THE FLYER

If you need more information or assistance in attending this session, please contact:
Lorie Brew, [email protected] or 215-567-6143 ext 222
Linda Cartwright, [email protected], or Jacqui DiDomenico, [email protected], 1-800-441-3215

The FAMILIES TO THE MAX
Southeast Regional Team
Jill, Lorie, Kim, Jacqui, Marjorie, Nicole, Jamie, Linda, Anita, Tamia

Oct
25
Fri
Presuming Competence in the IEP: October 25, 2019 @ PaTTAN
Oct 25 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Please join us for an informative session on Presuming Competence in the IEP: Moving from Theory to Practice. Hear how FAMILIES TO THE MAX: Pennsylvania Statewide Family Network or F2MAX families of students with diverse learning needs have been successful in making change in schools’ special education service provision.

REGISTER TODAY

VIEW THE FLYER

If you need more information or assistance in attending this session, please contact:
Lorie Brew, [email protected] or 215-567-6143 ext 222
Linda Cartwright, [email protected], or Jacqui DiDomenico, [email protected], 1-800-441-3215

The FAMILIES TO THE MAX
Southeast Regional Team
Jill, Lorie, Kim, Jacqui, Marjorie, Nicole, Jamie, Linda, Anita, Tamia

Nov
11
Mon
Delaware County’s Right To Education Local Task Force @ DCIU
Nov 11 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Delaware County's Right To Education Local Task Force @ DCIU

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARENT TRAINING SERIES
2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR

ALL TRAININGS ARE HELD AT THE DCIU 200 YALE AVE MORTON, PA
ALL PARENTS/FAMILIES/GUARDIANS/PROFESSIONALS WELCOME


SEPT 23, 6-8pm | SAFETY IN THE COMMUNITY

Guest presenter from Parent Family Network/Vision for Equality


NOV 11, 6-8pm | HOW TO GET THE MOST FROM SCHOOL-BASED THERAPIES–PERSPECTIVES FROM A PHYSICAL THERAPIST AND SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Guest presenters from Prism Therapeutic Consulting Services


JAN 13, 6-8pm | PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE: SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTS, GUARDIANSHIP, POWERS OF ATTORNEY

Guest presenter from law firm of Herr, Potts and Potts


MARCH 23,6-8pm | PLANNING FOR THE TRANSITION FROM SCHOOL TO ADULT LIFE AND SERVICES

Guest presenter from Delaware County Advocacy and Resource Organization (DACARO)


JUNE 8, 9-11am | YEAR IN REVIEW AND PLANNING FOR NEXT YEAR! ALL VOICES AND IDEAS ARE WELCOME!


RSVPs welcome but not necessary!

Call 610-731-5500 with questions.

Follow us on Facebook at Delaware County Right to Education Local Task Force

Jan
13
Mon
Delaware County’s Right To Education Local Task Force @ DCIU
Jan 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Delaware County's Right To Education Local Task Force @ DCIU

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARENT TRAINING SERIES
2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR

ALL TRAININGS ARE HELD AT THE DCIU 200 YALE AVE MORTON, PA
ALL PARENTS/FAMILIES/GUARDIANS/PROFESSIONALS WELCOME


SEPT 23, 6-8pm | SAFETY IN THE COMMUNITY

Guest presenter from Parent Family Network/Vision for Equality


NOV 11, 6-8pm | HOW TO GET THE MOST FROM SCHOOL-BASED THERAPIES–PERSPECTIVES FROM A PHYSICAL THERAPIST AND SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Guest presenters from Prism Therapeutic Consulting Services


JAN 13, 6-8pm | PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE: SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTS, GUARDIANSHIP, POWERS OF ATTORNEY

Guest presenter from law firm of Herr, Potts and Potts


MARCH 23,6-8pm | PLANNING FOR THE TRANSITION FROM SCHOOL TO ADULT LIFE AND SERVICES

Guest presenter from Delaware County Advocacy and Resource Organization (DACARO)


JUNE 8, 9-11am | YEAR IN REVIEW AND PLANNING FOR NEXT YEAR! ALL VOICES AND IDEAS ARE WELCOME!


RSVPs welcome but not necessary!

Call 610-731-5500 with questions.

Follow us on Facebook at Delaware County Right to Education Local Task Force

Mar
23
Mon
Delaware County’s Right To Education Local Task Force @ DCIU
Mar 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Delaware County's Right To Education Local Task Force @ DCIU

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARENT TRAINING SERIES
2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR

ALL TRAININGS ARE HELD AT THE DCIU 200 YALE AVE MORTON, PA
ALL PARENTS/FAMILIES/GUARDIANS/PROFESSIONALS WELCOME


SEPT 23, 6-8pm | SAFETY IN THE COMMUNITY

Guest presenter from Parent Family Network/Vision for Equality


NOV 11, 6-8pm | HOW TO GET THE MOST FROM SCHOOL-BASED THERAPIES–PERSPECTIVES FROM A PHYSICAL THERAPIST AND SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Guest presenters from Prism Therapeutic Consulting Services


JAN 13, 6-8pm | PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE: SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTS, GUARDIANSHIP, POWERS OF ATTORNEY

Guest presenter from law firm of Herr, Potts and Potts


MARCH 23,6-8pm | PLANNING FOR THE TRANSITION FROM SCHOOL TO ADULT LIFE AND SERVICES

Guest presenter from Delaware County Advocacy and Resource Organization (DACARO)


JUNE 8, 9-11am | YEAR IN REVIEW AND PLANNING FOR NEXT YEAR! ALL VOICES AND IDEAS ARE WELCOME!


RSVPs welcome but not necessary!

Call 610-731-5500 with questions.

Follow us on Facebook at Delaware County Right to Education Local Task Force

Jun
8
Mon
Delaware County’s Right To Education Local Task Force: Year in Review @ DCIU
Jun 8 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Delaware County's Right To Education Local Task Force: Year in Review @ DCIU

JUNE 8, 9-11am | YEAR IN REVIEW AND PLANNING FOR NEXT YEAR! ALL VOICES AND IDEAS ARE WELCOME!


RSVPs welcome but not necessary!

Call 610-731-5500 with questions.

Follow us on Facebook at Delaware County Right to Education Local Task Force

Feb
24
Wed
Speech Intelligibility presentation
Feb 24 @ 7:00 pm
Speech Intelligibility presentation

Speech Intelligibility presentation: Why is speech difficult to understand in some children with Down syndrome

Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 7 PM EST
Presented by Libby Kumin Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Professor Emeritus Loyola University Maryland, part of a three-part series sponsored by CDSPG.

Presentation is targeted for parents of children from age 4 to adulthood.
How can we help children with Down syndrome develop speech that is easier to understand? There are many factors that affect speech intelligibility in children and adults with Down syndrome but the occurrence and combination of factors are different for each person. Dr. Kumin will present a framework that can be used for identifying, analyzing, and treating the factors that affect speech intelligibility for your child, e.g. rate, articulation, oral motor skills and childhood apraxia of speech. Attendees will learn how to write IEP goals that target factors affecting speech intelligibility in your child and how to develop a home-school communication plan and to use home activities to practice speech skills. Handouts, forms and checklists will be included.

Mar
4
Thu
DSIG Virtual Conferences
Mar 4 @ 7:00 pm
DSIG Virtual Conferences

DSIG will be teaming up with DSA of Delaware and Chesapeake Down Syndrome Parent Group to present two virtual conferences for our families. The first virtual conference will be held on Saturday, 1/23/2021, from 2pm-4pm, featuring Dr. Brian Skotko. This virtual conference will appeal to families of all ages. His webinar will be covering two topics, “Brain Train: Smart Actions That Might Boost Cognition and Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease in People with Down Syndrome” and “Keeping Children and Adolescents with Down Syndrome Healthy: All the Medical Updates that Parents Need to Know”. Please see the attached conference brochure for more details. There will be no fee to attend this conference as DSIG will be absorbing all costs for participants.

The second virtual conference will take place on Thursday, 3/4/2021, at 7pm, featuring Stacy Taylor, a behavior analyst, and is entitled “Toilet Training Tips & Tricks”. DSIG will be absorbing the cost of this virtual 1.5 hr. webinar. On Friday, 3/5/2021 and Saturday, 3/6/2021, there will be time slots for virtual 1-hour, One-on-One Behavioral Consults with Stacy Taylor and her team to address any toilet training focused or otherwise general behavior concerns you may have. These 1:1 sessions could be for any age for any concerning behavior your child, young adult or adult with Down syndrome is experiencing. The cost of each session is $100/hr., so DSIG is asking that each family who is interested in the 1:1 sessions, pay the $100 when they sign up for the session to secure your spot, and once you attend the session, DSIG will refund you $75 of the money that you paid for the session. Of course, if this would be a hardship for anyone who would like to attend, please let Patty know.

Read the Workshop Document

Here is the sign up link for the 1:1 sessions. Please enter your name, email, and which DSA you are with.