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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Butte County Parent University & Resource Fair / Evento Anual del Condado de Butte
DESCRIPTION:-Numerous workshops by various providers on parenting and education of students with disabilities \n-Connecting and networking with parents and community providers \n-Access to information from providers and vendors serving the greater Butte Community \n  \nWORKSHOP SESSIONS\n-How to Read Your Child’s IEP\n-Preschool to School Age Transitions IFSP to IEP\n-An Orientation to Rowell Family Empowerment\n-Nurtured Heart: Supporting Positive Behavior\n-Healing After Trauma\n-Transition to Adulthood\n-Feeling Safe\, Being Safe Emergency Preparedness\n-Employment Programs and Options\n-Using Communication Tools to Boost Connection\n-Autism 101: Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder \n  \nSCHEDULE\n9:00 to 9:15am – Check In\n10:00 to 10:45am – Session 1\n11:00 to 11:45 – Session 2 \n  \nSPANISH AND ASL\nSeveral of the sessions will offer real-time Spanish translation and ASL interpretation. \n  \nCHILDCARE\nChild care supervision and activities will be provided only for those families who are pre-registered by April 17th. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link \n  \n// \n  \n-Ofrecemos una variedad de talleres de educación y enseñanza sobre habilidades para padres con niños descapacitados\n-Les ofrecemos la oportunidad de conocer e interactuar con proveedores comunitarios y otros padres con estudiantes en el programa de educación especial\n-Aceso directo a mucha información de proveedores del condado de Butte \n  \nTALLERES\n-Cómo leer el IEP (Plan individualizado de educación)\n-Transiciones de pre-escolar a la escuela con el IFSP a IEP\n-Orientación de Rowell Family Empowerment\n-Corazón nutrido: Cómo fomentar comportamientos positivos\n-Transición a la edad adulta\n-Sentirse seguro y estar seguro con preparación para emergencias\n-Opciones y programas para el empleo\n-Usar herramientas de comunicación para fortalecer conexiónes\n-Autismo 101: Entender bien el autismo \n  \nHORARIO\n9:00 a 9:15am – Inscripción\n10:00 a 10:45am – Sesión 1\n11:00 a 11:45am – Sesión 2 \n  \nESPAÑOL Y LENGUA DE SEÑAS\nSe ofrecerán varias sesiones con interpretación en español y lengua de señas estadounidense. \n  \nCUIDADO INFANTIL\nHabrá cuidado de niños para las familias que se registran antes o en el día 17 de abril. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/3rd-annual-butte-county-parent-university-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Bidwell Junior High School\, 2376 North Ave.\, Chico\, CA\, 95926\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T130000
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SUMMARY:19th Annual West County Special Education Community Resource and Transition Fair / 19ª Feria anual de recursos comunitarios y transición para la educación especial del condado de West County
DESCRIPTION:Start planning for your transition from school services to adult services: \n  \n-Find new resources in our community!\n-Community agencies providing great information!\n-Enjoy music & other entertainment!\n-Free door prizes! \n-Free fun for the whole family! \n  \nIt’s never too early to start your transition planning! \n  \n// \n  \nComienza a planear la transición de los servicios escolares a los servicios adultos: \n  \n-Entérate acerca de los nuevos recursos disponsibles en nuestra\n-Comunidad agencias con información muy útil\n-Disfruta de la música y de otros espectáculos\n-Premios gratis con la entrada \n-Diversión gratis para toda la familia! \n  \nNunca es demasiado temprano para comenzar a planear para tu\ntransición!
URL:https://dredf.org/event/19th-annual-west-county-special-education-community-resource-and-transition-fair-19a-feria-anual-de-recursos-comunitarios-y-transicion-para-la-educacion-especial-del-condado-de-west-county/
LOCATION:Vista Hills Education Center / Vista Hills Centro de Educación\, 2625 Barnard St.\, Richmond\, CA\, 94806\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T190000
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260424T202513Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Special Education: Rights\, Responsibilities\, and Advocacy Strategies in the IEP Process
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URL:https://dredf.org/event/navigating-special-education-rights-responsibilities-and-advocacy-strategies-in-the-iep-process/
LOCATION:Assembly of God Church\, 473-465 Richmond Road\, Susanville\, CA\, 96130\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260424T203448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T212029Z
UID:31195-1778176800-1778184000@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Your Voice Matters: Special Education Basics [Cantonese]
DESCRIPTION:Presented in Cantonese. \n  \nWhen your child faces difficulties at school\, you want to know what support the school can offer. Special education is one way schools provide support to eligible students. This can be a confusing and complex process\, but as a parent\, your involvement is essential.\nThis workshop provides Cantonese-speaking families with practical knowledge and tools to understand the special education process and to become true partners with their child’s school team. \n  \nYou will learn what special education is\, how the IEP process works\, how IEP meetings are conducted\, and how to ensure your input regarding your child is respected. Children truly thrive when schools and families understand one another. \n  \nMore information –  中文 \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event:  Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/31195/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T130000
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CREATED:20260223T185254Z
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UID:30968-1778234400-1778245200@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Valley Mountain Regional Center Transition Fair / Feria de Transición
DESCRIPTION:Curious about your next step? Join us for a day full of learning and fun! \n  \nAt the fair you will learn about: \n-Vocational and Employment Support\n-Day Programs\n-Community Resources\n-ILS/SLS \n  \n*Snacks and water provided to students. \n*There will be raffle prizes and music. \n  \nJoin Us! \n  \n// \n  \n¿Te interesa saber cual es tu próximo paso? ¡Únete a nosotros para un día lleno de aprendizaje y diversión! \n  \nEn la feria de transición\, aprenderás sobre:\n-Apoyo vocacional y laboral\n-Programas De Dia\n-Recursos comunitarios\n-ILS/SLS \n  \n*Se ofrecen bocadillos y agua a los estudíantes. \n*Habrá premios de refia y música. \n  \nAcompañenos!
URL:https://dredf.org/event/valley-mountain-regional-center-transition-fair-feria-de-transicion/
LOCATION:Turner Park\, 287 Treat Ave.\, San Andreas\, CA\, 95249\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260511T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260408T213614Z
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SUMMARY:Part 9 of 10: Navigating Behaviors and Discipline at School
DESCRIPTION:Join DREDF’s advocates as we walk through the requirements in federal and state special education law regarding behaviors at school. What must a school do\, and how can a 504 plan or IEP address behaviors? When behaviors rise to the level of discipline\, how must schools respond\, and what steps can parents take? We’ll discuss all this as well as advocacy tips and strategies for anyone navigating the special education system. \n  \n*CART (live captions) provided. Contact pti@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Monday\, May 4th. Late requests may not be possible to fill. You must register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/part-9-of-10-navigating-behaviors-and-discipline-at-school/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260512T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260504T230204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T230204Z
UID:31218-1778612400-1778618700@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Parte 9 de 10: Navegando Comportamientos y disciplina en la escuela
DESCRIPTION:Únase a los defensores de DREDF para repasar los requisitos de la legislación federal y estatal sobre educación especial en lo que se refiere al comportamiento en la escuela. ¿Qué debe hacer una escuela y cómo puede un plan 504 o un IEP abordar los problemas de comportamiento? Cuando el comportamiento alcanza un nivel que requiere medidas disciplinarias\, ¿cómo deben responder las escuelas y qué pasos pueden dar los padres? Hablaremos de todo esto\, además de ofrecer consejos y estrategias de defensa para cualquiera que necesite navegar el sistema de educación especial. \n  \n*Se proporcionará CART (subtítulos en directo). Póngase en contacto con pti@dredf.org antes del 8 de mayo para solicitar cualquier adaptación que pueda necesitar. Es posible que no se puedan atender las solicitudes de última hora. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/parte-9-de-10-navegando-comportamientos-y-disciplina-en-la-escuela/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260422T163021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T183537Z
UID:31178-1779789600-1779814800@dredf.org
SUMMARY:California Disability Leadership Alliance: Day of Action at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:The California Disability Leadership Alliance is excited to announce our 2nd annual CDLA Day of Action at the Capitol. Join us on the California Capitol West Steps to rally for our rights and services and celebrate disability culture and pride. Nothing about us\, without us! \n  \nEvent will feature a resource fair\, rally and program. Participants will have the opportunity to do legislative visits in the afternoon. \n  \nSome priority issues for the day include: \n\nHonor the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and protect funding for disabled students\nProtect and enforce civil rights\nProtect language rights\, physical access\, and access to health and mental health care\, education\, and employment\nDefend and support disabled people targeted by government attacks\, including immigrants and LGBTQIA+ individuals\nImprove physical\, digital\, and communication accessibility\nImprove education outcomes and language access for students who are Deaf or hard of hearing (ASL & English)\nSupport voluntary\, community-based\, peer led mental health services and supports\nInclude Certified Peers alongside navigators to assist with Medi-Cal eligibility\, enrollment\, and retention\nOppose forced mental health treatment\, unnecessary interactions with law enforcement\, incarceration\, or institutionalization\nOppose state cuts to health care and HCBS for all communities\nOppose health care cuts for immigrants\nEnd the criminalization of people with disabilities\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nASL\, CART (live captions) and Spanish language interpreting provided. Contact cadlalliance@gmail.com for any accommodations you may need by Monday\, May 18\, 2026. Late requests may not be possible to fill.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/california-disability-leadership-alliance-day-of-action-at-the-capitol/
LOCATION:California State Capitol\, 1315 10th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95814\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260608T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260608T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260422T202128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T202128Z
UID:31186-1780945200-1780951500@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Part 10 of 10: What Comes Next? Transition for High School Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Transition to adulthood is full of uncertainty\, but the IDEA\, Section 504\, and the ADA\, plus available resources\, help ensure our high school students begin preparing for a thriving and successful life after high school\, no matter what that looks like. Parents and students alike can join DREDF’s advocates for this webinar as we walk through the transition process in special education from start to finish\, and all the considerations for the IEP team\, 504 team\, and\, most importantly\, the student. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link \n  \n*CART (live captions) provided. Contact pti@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Monday\, June 1st. Late requests may not be possible to fill.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/part-10-of-10-what-comes-next-transition-for-high-school-students-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260609T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260609T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260504T231240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T231240Z
UID:31219-1781031600-1781037900@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Parte 10 de 10: ¿Qué sigue? La transición para estudiantes de secundaria con discapacidades
DESCRIPTION:La transición a la vida adulta está llena de incertidumbre; sin embargo\, la Ley de Educación para Individuos con Discapacidades (IDEA – por sus siglas en inglés)\, la Sección 504 y la ADA — junto con los recursos disponibles— ayudan a garantizar que nuestros estudiantes de secundaria comiencen a prepararse para una vida próspera y exitosa después de graduarse\, independientemente de la forma que esta adopte. Tanto padres como estudiantes pueden unirse a los defensores de DREDF en este seminario web\, en el que recorreremos el proceso de transición en la educación especial de principio a fin\, abordando todas las consideraciones pertinentes para el equipo del IEP\, el equipo de la Sección 504 y\, lo que es más importante\, para el propio estudiante. \n  \n*Se proporcionará CART (subtítulos en directo). Póngase en contacto con pti@dredf.org antes del 1 de junio para solicitar cualquier adaptación que pueda necesitar. Es posible que no se puedan atender las solicitudes de última hora. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/parte-10-de-10-que-sigue-la-transicion-para-estudiantes-de-secundaria-con-discapacidades/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260623T140000
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260611T184836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T185456Z
UID:31354-1782219600-1782223200@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Federal Retreat\, California Resolve: Emotional Support Animals After HUD's Policy Reversal
DESCRIPTION:When HUD’s May 22\, 2026 memo ended federal fair housing enforcement for disabled people with emotional support animals\, it changed the agency’s posture—not the law. This webinar breaks down what the memo does and does not do\, then focuses on the protections that remain strong for disabled Californians. We’ll also share practical tips for advocates and tenants. \n  \n*MCLE: 1 Recognition and Elimination of Bias credit \n  \n**ASL and CART (live captions) provided. Contact Ally Cline at acline@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Thursday\, June 18th. Late requests may not be possible to fill. You must register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/federal-retreat-california-resolve-emotional-support-animals-after-huds-policy-reversal/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T144500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260610T171255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T175256Z
UID:31350-1782826200-1782830700@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Housing Advocacy 101 for CARE Court Counsel
DESCRIPTION:California’s mental health system\, administered through counties\, offers a number of housing programs and supports that are potentially available to CARE Court respondents and other clients with mental health disabilities. Some of these programs and supports are longstanding; others are new or changing. Join this training for a review of available housing programs and supports and how to make sure your client receives these benefits. \n  \n*MCLE: 1.25 General Credits \n  \n**ASL and CART (live captions) provided. Contact Ally Cline at acline@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Tuesday\, June 23rd. Late requests may not be possible to fill. You must register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/housing-advocacy-101-for-care-court-counsel/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260724T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260630T225338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T225338Z
UID:31470-1784881800-1784894400@dredf.org
SUMMARY:2026 Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:About the Conference\n  \nJoin us for the 2026 Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities\, hosted by the Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities and the UC Davis MIND Institute\, for an engaging and timely exploration of The Age of Technology: Research\, Risks and Strategies to Support Individuals with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities. \n  \nWhether you are a professional\, researcher\, family member\, advocate\, student\, or community member\, this event offers practical tools and meaningful perspectives you can apply right away. Learn more here. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/2026-summer-institute-on-neurodevelopmental-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260728T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260728T200000
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260609T162732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T032534Z
UID:31337-1785258000-1785268800@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Talk About the Problem\, with Author Dara Baldwin
DESCRIPTION:Join DREDF\, in partnership with the Center for Independent Living (CIL)\, for an evening of conversation and connection with author\, Dara Baldwin\, about her journey to become a disability activist and policymaker while facing the reality of the erasure of people of color in the disability rights movement. The event will be held Tuesday\, July 28\, from 5 to 8 pm PT at the Ed Roberts Campus and online. \n  \nDara’s book\, To Be a Problem has been described by Dave Zirin\, author of The Kaepernick Effect\, as “… a revolutionary text from a unique perspective all too ignored in our society. In a time when dehumanization is on the march\, to read a book so rooted in our collective humanity is an absolute gift.” \n  \n*ASL and CART (live captions) provided. Contact Ally Cline at acline@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Tuesday\, July 21. Late requests may not be possible to fill. You must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/lets-talk-about-the-problem-with-author-dara-baldwin/
LOCATION:Ed Roberts Campus\, 3075 Adeline Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T123000
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260727T235153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T172236Z
UID:31581-1785409200-1785414600@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy & Communication Access Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join California Connect and Disability Rights California for a free webinar about disability rights\, communication access\, and available resources. \n  \nThis webinar will cover: \n  \n-Disability rights and communication access \n-How to advocate for clients \n-Communication products and services available to eligible individuals \n-How to identify unmet communication needs \n-Building partnerships to improve access and support \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/advocacy-communication-access-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260810T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260810T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T173501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T173501Z
UID:31592-1786388400-1786394700@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Part 1 of 10: Introducing the IDEA and Other Laws in Special Education
DESCRIPTION:Begin our deep dive into the special education process with a foundation on the six principles of the IDEA and other federal and state laws that play a role in the education and lives of students with disabilities. This webinar will include advocacy strategies that families can use immediately to support their students and engage with the IEP team or 504 team members. \n  \n*CART (live captions) provided. Contact pti@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Monday\, August 3rd. Late requests may not be possible to fill. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/part-1-of-10-introducing-the-idea-and-other-laws-in-special-education/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260811T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260811T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T173750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T173750Z
UID:31594-1786474800-1786481100@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Parte 1 de 10: Introducción a la IDEA (Ley Educativa para Personas con Discapacidad) y otras leyes de Educación Especial
DESCRIPTION:Este seminario web será la primera parte de la Academia de Educación Especial\, una nueva serie de 10 partes que se realizará mensualmente hasta junio de 2026. La serie enseñará a los padres\, las familias y los estudiantes los principios y las partes principales del proceso de educación especial\, desde la comprensión de la ley IDEA\, el Código de Educación de California y otras leyes\, hasta la elaboración de la Oferta de Educación Pública Gratuita y Adecuada (FAPE)\, la implementación del IEP y la transición a la vida adulta. La serie será detallada y les dará a los participantes la información y las herramientas que necesitan para que los estudiantes con discapacidades tengan equipos de IEP que colaboren\, se enfoquen en encontrar soluciones y usen el poder del IEP para preparar a los estudiantes para su futuro. \n  \nLa primera parte se enfocará en los seis principios de la IDEA\, con consejos útiles de defensa para que todos los padres y estudiantes puedan usar esa misma semana. \n  \n*Se proporcionará CART (subtítulos en directo). Póngase en contacto con pti@dredf.org antes del 4 de agosto para solicitar cualquier adaptación que pueda necesitar. Es posible que no se puedan atender las solicitudes de última hora. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/parte-1-de-10-introduccion-a-la-idea-ley-educativa-para-personas-con-discapacidad-y-otras-leyes-de-educacion-especial/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260602T193811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T182541Z
UID:31260-1789059600-1789070400@dredf.org
SUMMARY:DREDF's 47th Anniversary Gala | Disability Culture: Loud\, Proud\, Unstoppable
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis year’s theme is Disability Culture: Loud\, Proud\, Unstoppable. \n  \nWe’re putting the “lit” in disability by honoring the resilience\, pride\, collaboration\, and ingenuity of our community in the face of daily challenges. \n  \nWe invite you to join us in honoring who we are\, what we’ve built\, and where we’re going. \n  \n 
URL:https://dredf.org/event/47th-gala/
LOCATION:Ed Roberts Campus\, 3075 Adeline Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260914T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T174419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T174419Z
UID:31596-1789412400-1789418700@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Part 2 of 10: Know Your Rights in the IEP Process
DESCRIPTION:Come with us as we begin to dig into the Procedural Safeguards–a.k.a. parents’ rights–and explore the tools parents\, families\, and even students can use when things begin to go sideways. This webinar will include advocacy strategies that families can use immediately to support their students and engage with the IEP team or 504 team members. \n  \n*CART (live captions) provided. Contact pti@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Monday\, September 7th. Late requests may not be possible to fill. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/part-2-of-10-know-your-rights-in-the-iep-process/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T174651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T174651Z
UID:31598-1789498800-1789505100@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Parte 2 de 10: Conozca sus derechos en el proceso de educación especial: Garantías procesales
DESCRIPTION:Acompáñenos a conocer más a fondo las garantías procesales\, también conocidas como derechos de los padres\, y exploraremos las herramientas que los padres\, las familias e incluso los estudiantes pueden utilizar cuando las cosas comienzan a empeorar. Este seminario web incluirá estrategias de defensa que las familias pueden utilizar de inmediato para apoyar a sus estudiantes y colaborar con el equipo del IEP o los miembros del equipo 504. \n  \n*Se proporcionará CART (subtítulos en directo). Póngase en contacto con pti@dredf.org antes del 8 de septiembre para solicitar cualquier adaptación que pueda necesitar. Es posible que no se puedan atender las solicitudes de última hora. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/parte-2-de-10-conozca-sus-derechos-en-el-proceso-de-educacion-especial-garantias-procesales/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260928T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260727T231341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T172346Z
UID:31577-1790622000-1790628300@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights\, Own Your Voice: Disability Access in College
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will address disability access and accommodations in colleges and universities. Presenters will discuss what accommodations are\, students’ rights to receive accommodations\, and how to advocate for and enforce disability access. Attendees will also learn who to contact\, what documentation may be needed\, and how to navigate the process of requesting disability accommodations in college. \n  \n*CART (live captions) provided. Contact pti@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Monday\, September 21st. Late requests may not be possible to fill. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/know-your-rights-own-your-voice-disability-access-in-college-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T175014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T175014Z
UID:31600-1791918000-1791924300@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Part 3 of 10: Special Education Evaluations: Why and How We Evaluate Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Now that we know the basics of the IDEA and parent rights in the process\, how do we begin? What is the first step to take to get a student an IEP\, and what are the parts of the process? Come explore evaluations with us and learn why they are so important to understand. This webinar will include advocacy strategies that families can use immediately to support their students and engage with the IEP team or 504 team members. \n  \n*CART (live captions) provided. Contact pti@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Tuesday\, October 6th. Late requests may not be possible to fill. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/part-3-of-10-special-education-evaluations-why-and-how-we-evaluate-students-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T175935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T175935Z
UID:31602-1792004400-1792010700@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Parte 3 de 10: Evaluaciones de Educación Especial: Por qué se evalúa a los estudiantes con discapacidad
DESCRIPTION:Ahora que conocemos los conceptos básicos de la Ley de Educación para Personas con Discapacidades (IDEA) y los derechos de los padres en el proceso\, ¿cómo empezamos? ¿Cuál es el primer paso para que un estudiante obtenga un Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP) y cuáles son las partes del proceso? Acompáñenos a explorar las evaluaciones y descubra por qué es tan importante comprenderlas. Este seminario web incluirá estrategias de defensa que las familias pueden aplicar de inmediato para apoyar a sus estudiantes y colaborar con los miembros del equipo del IEP o del equipo 504. \n  \n*Se proporcionará CART (subtítulos en directo). Póngase en contacto con pti@dredf.org antes del 7 de octubre para solicitar cualquier adaptación que pueda necesitar. Es posible que no se puedan atender las solicitudes de última hora. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/parte-3-de-10-evaluaciones-de-educacion-especial-por-que-se-evalua-a-los-estudiantes-con-discapacidad-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T195525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T195525Z
UID:31606-1794337200-1794343500@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Part 4 of 10: Evaluations and Assessment Reports: How to Review Them and Prepare for the IEP Meeting
DESCRIPTION:As the clock ticks down towards the IEP meeting to review the assessment reports and other parts of the evaluation\, how do we understand what has been assessed? How do we understand the numbers on the page? What information does the IEP team need from an evaluation to build the IEP itself? We’ll answer these questions and more during this webinar\, which will also include advocacy strategies that families can use immediately to support their students and engage with the IEP team or 504 team members. \n  \n*CART (live captions) provided. Contact pti@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Tuesday\, November 3rd. Late requests may not be possible to fill. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/part-4-of-10-evaluations-and-assessment-reports-how-to-review-them-and-prepare-for-the-iep-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T195900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T195900Z
UID:31608-1794510000-1794516300@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Parte 4 de 10: Evaluaciones e Informes de Evaluación: Cómo Revisarlos y Prepararse para la Reunión del Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP)
DESCRIPTION:A medida que se acerca la reunión del Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP) para revisar los informes de evaluación y otras partes del proceso\, ¿cómo podemos comprender qué se ha evaluado? ¿Cómo interpretamos los números en el informe? ¿Qué información necesita el equipo del IEP de una evaluación para elaborar el propio plan? Responderemos estas y otras preguntas durante este seminario web\, que también incluirá estrategias de defensa que las familias pueden aplicar de inmediato para apoyar a sus estudiantes y colaborar con los miembros del equipo del IEP o del equipo 504. \n  \n*Se proporcionará CART (subtítulos en directo). Póngase en contacto con pti@dredf.org antes del 5 de noviembre para solicitar cualquier adaptación que pueda necesitar. Es posible que no se puedan atender las solicitudes de última hora. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/parte-4-de-10-evaluaciones-e-informes-de-evaluacion-como-revisarlos-y-prepararse-para-la-reunion-del-programa-de-educacion-individualizado-iep-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261214T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T201042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T201042Z
UID:31610-1797274800-1797281100@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Part 5 of 10: The Importance of IEP Goals
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we introduce the annual goals of the Individualized Education Program (IEP)\, the accountability mechanism that provides access to education and ensures students receive free appropriate public education (FAPE) in their IEPs. What does the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) say about goals\, and where do the goals come from? What kinds of goals can there be? How many goals can my child have? We’ll answer these questions and more. \n  \n*CART (live captions) provided. Contact pti@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Monday\, December 7th. Late requests may not be possible to fill. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/part-5-of-10-the-importance-of-iep-goals-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261215T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T201853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T201853Z
UID:31613-1797361200-1797367500@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Parte 5 de 10: La importancia de los objetivos del IEP
DESCRIPTION:Acompáñenos mientras presentamos los objetivos anuales del Programa de Educación Individualizada (IEP)\, el mecanismo de rendición de cuentas que brinda acceso a la educación y garantiza que los estudiantes reciban una educación pública gratuita y adecuada (FAPE) en sus IEP. ¿Qué dice la Ley de Educación para Personas con Discapacidades (IDEA) sobre los objetivos y de dónde provienen estos? ¿Qué tipos de objetivos pueden existir? ¿Cuántos objetivos puede tener mi hijo? Responderemos estas y otras preguntas. \n  \n*Se proporcionará CART (subtítulos en directo). Póngase en contacto con pti@dredf.org antes del 8 de diciembre para solicitar cualquier adaptación que pueda necesitar. Es posible que no se puedan atender las solicitudes de última hora. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/parte-5-de-10-la-importancia-de-los-objetivos-del-iep-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270111T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T202234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T202234Z
UID:31615-1799694000-1799700300@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Part 6 of 10: Writing SMART Goals in the IEP
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we go over the legal standards for goals\, the formula for writing SMART Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals\, and everything from the baseline to short-term objectives to the annual goal itself. We’ll give examples of good goals and help you understand the goals in your child’s IEP. Be sure to bring the IEP to this webinar! \n  \n*CART (live captions) provided. Contact pti@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Monday\, January 4th. Late requests may not be possible to fill. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/part-6-of-10-writing-smart-goals-in-the-iep-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270112T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T202706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T202706Z
UID:31617-1799780400-1799786700@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Parte 6 de 10: Creando Objetivos SMART para el documento IEP
DESCRIPTION:Acompáñenos mientras repasamos los estándares legales de los objetivos\, la fórmula para crear objetivos SMART del Programa Educativo Individualizado (IEP) y todo lo relacionado con los objetivos\, desde los puntos de referencia hasta los objetivos a corto plazo y el objetivo anual en sí. Proveeremos ejemplos de objetivos apropiados y le ayudaremos a entender los objetivos del documento de IEP de su hijo. ¡Asegúrese de traer el documento IEP a este seminario web! \n  \n*Se proporcionará CART (subtítulos en directo). Póngase en contacto con pti@dredf.org antes del 5 de enero para solicitar cualquier adaptación que pueda necesitar. Es posible que no se puedan atender las solicitudes de última hora. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/parte-6-de-10-creando-objetivos-smart-para-el-documento-iep-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270208T204500
DTSTAMP:20260821T174824
CREATED:20260729T203057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T203057Z
UID:31619-1802113200-1802119500@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Part 7 of 10: Accommodations and Modifications in the IEP and 504 Plans
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we talk through accommodations and modifications during the school day. What can accommodations look like? What are modifications? How do we tell the difference between the two? How do they relate to goals and services in the IEP (or 504 Plan)? \n  \n*CART (live captions) provided. Contact pti@dredf.org for any accommodations you may need by Monday\, February 1st. Late requests may not be possible to fill. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/part-7-of-10-accommodations-and-modifications-in-the-iep-and-504-plans-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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