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Baselines, Bell Curves, Batteries, and Bias: Finding and Using the IEP Building Blocks in Your Student’s Assessment Reports

Presenters: Ann Simun, PsyD & Sandra Dixon Shove

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February 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Proving Your IDEA Case: Building Expert Evidence for a Due Process Hearing From Getting Evaluations to Preparing Testimony
Presenters: Ellen Saideman, Esq. & Michele G. Scavongelli, Esq.
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February 6, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Making Related Services Relatable
Presenters: N Jane DuBovy Esq., Gwen Olicker, and Dr. Lauren Stevenson

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February 8, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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Preparing for Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) Meetings: Ensuring a Fair Outcome
Presenters: Mandy Nolan, & Kaycee Machino

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February 19, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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"The Hidden Risks of the Special Ed Shakeup"
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July 26, 2026 at 2:35 AM
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"Unpacking the Plan to Dismantle the ED Dept."
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July 26, 2026 at 8:05 PM
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In the U.S., these rising reports of authoritarianism now extend to people with #disabilities of all ages. If you're a citizen, call & write your senators & reps. and demand that oppressive tyranny end on #minorities.
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July 29, 2026 at 5:00 AM
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Understanding & Advocating for The Science of Reading, Essential Knowledge for Attorneys, Advocates, Educators & Families
Presenters: Katharine Mayer & Maria Vetter
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February 2, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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July 27, 2026 at 6:33 AM
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Placing the Unplaceable: Building Programs for Students Who Lack Placement Options

Presenters: Diana Maltz, Esq. & Jeffery L. Hayden, Ph.D., BCBA-D

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February 18, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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New account! 👋 I'm here to help parents decode special education law and become confident advocates for their children. Let's start with why understanding IDEA and Education Code is crucial before your next IEP meeting... 🧵

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November 29, 2024 at 11:11 AM
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Keynote Speaker
Rick Guidotti - Positive Expo
Sponsored by: Winston Preparatory School Programs
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February 28, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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The S.5046 bill was advanced, which is good news for potential passage to protect children with disabilities from being removed from federal Department of Education oversight, but other consequential legislation advanced as well. #SPEDAdvocacy #NewThing
Senate Committee Advances Consequential Legislation for Students with Disabilities
On Thursday, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee marked up sever
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August 1, 2026 at 6:23 PM
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Trial Tactics from a Trial Lawyer

Presenter: Amy Langerman

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February 23, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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All About IEE's
Presenters: Melissa K. Waugh, JD, MPH
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February 7, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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Alternatives to Guardianship: Supported Decision Making
Presenters: Chloe Palmer & Abbey Schulz
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February 27, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Beginner's Guide to Building the IEP
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Monika Jones
Audrey Vernick
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February 2, 2025 at 3:57 AM
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Education Justice: Ensuring Educational Success for Justice-Involved Youth

Presenter: Sarah Beebe
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February 16, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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Equity and Organizing in Grassroots and Community Based Advocacy for Students With Disabilities
Presenters: Celeste Winders & Kirstyne Lange
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March 1, 2025 at 1:24 AM
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Succession -The Lawyers' Edition
Presenters: Bonnie Schinagle, Esq. & Jean Murrell Adams, Esq.
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February 28, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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Rebuilding the Parent-School Relationship
Presenters: Dara A. Gold, Esq. & Nadiya Pope, Esq.

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February 18, 2025 at 8:24 AM
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Outside Agencies: A Roadmap to Transition

Presenters: Barbara J. Ebenstein & Maria Suchy-Kozak

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February 9, 2025 at 1:15 AM
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Using Your Advocacy Skills & Tools Before, During and After the IEP
Presenters: Mandy Favaloro Esq

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February 14, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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Practice Details for IDEA Counsel Ethics and Fees

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February 4, 2025 at 12:04 AM
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Adapting IEPs and FBAs for Students with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)
Presenters: Maia Ginnelly & Kelly Camp
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February 24, 2025 at 1:24 PM