The purpose and mission of People First of Washington is to assist all people to realize and appreciate that we are PEOPLE FIRST and our disabilities are secondary. We are equal citizens in our communities. This meeting is available both in person and online. To learn more or to get the online meeting link visit: peoplefirstofwashington.org
P2P@wapave.org
Join us for an hour to learn about an amazing opportunity for families. Lifespan Respite is offering FREE Family Camp Respite Retreats. For individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability and their families.
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Join Peter Jung M.Ed., Youth Specialist for PAVE, for a lunch and learn on how to manage risks and address concerns around the quickly evolving world of social media. Topics covered will include safety advice, how to build agency over social media use, and understanding how to use social media beneficially.
P2P@wapave.org
Come and join the P2P Team for a morning of outdoor fun! Everyone, regardless of age or ability, is invited to drop by for a walk and some community bonding. Meet us at the playground! Look for the PAVE tabletop sign.
Two chances each month to join us. 2nd Saturdays @ Ft. Steilacoom Park in Lakewood and 4th Saturdays @ Sehmel Homestead Park in Gig Harbor. No need to register.
P2P@wapave.org
Come and join the P2P Team for a morning of outdoor fun! Everyone, regardless of age or ability, is invited to drop by for a walk and some community bonding. Meet us at the playground! Look for the PAVE tabletop sign.
Two chances each month to join us. 2nd Saturdays @ Ft. Steilacoom Park in Lakewood and 4th Saturdays @ Sehmel Homestead Park in Gig Harbor. No need to register.
P2P@wapave.org
January 4: IDEA Unveiled: overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), focusing on rights, processes, and strategies to support students with disabilities and their families.
January 11: Starting Strong (IFSP):focus on understanding and implementing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) to support early intervention services and empower families in guiding their child’s development.
January 18: Navigating 504: focus on eligibility, accommodations, and strategies to ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities.
January 25: Unlocking the Potential to IEP Data: focus on how to effectively interpret and utilize Individualized Education Program (IEP) data to support student progress and drive meaningful educational outcomes.
pti@wapave.org
Awesome Autism Parent Support Group – The Awesome Autism Parent Support Group is a community dedicated to providing a nurturing and empowering environment for parents and caregivers of children with autism. The primary goal is to offer emotional support, share resources, exchange experiences, and promote a sense of unity among parents, individuals, and families raising and child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The group meets online on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 12-1 pm PT.
Highlights:
Registration is required to get access to the Zoom link.
P2P@wapave.org
When You Attend a STOMP Workshop You Learn …
Empower yourself with knowledge of educational rights, support services, and access to TRICARE, ECHO, and ABA programs.
Connect with local resources and a supportive community network to share ideas and solutions with other parents and professionals.
Based on Eastern Standard Time:
10:00 am – 12:00 pm ET
February 5: Pathways to Military Medical & Medicaid Benefits for Exceptional Families
February 12: Demystifying Key Components of an IEP
February 19: Dispute Resolution: Orders and Chain of Command for Resolving Conflicts
February 26: Sound the Cadence: Raising Voices in Advocacy
Stomp@wapave.org
When You Attend a STOMP Workshop You Learn …
Empower yourself with knowledge of educational rights, support services, and access to TRICARE, ECHO, and ABA programs.
Connect with local resources and a supportive community network to share ideas and solutions with other parents and professionals.
February 4: TRICARE, ECHO, ABA & Medicaid (Secondary dependency)
February 6: Financial Planning for the Future
February 11: Effective Communication
February 13: Sound the Cadence: Raising Voices in Advocacy
Stomp@wapave.org
When You Attend a STOMP Workshop You Learn …
Empower yourself with knowledge of educational rights, support services, and access to TRICARE, ECHO, and ABA programs.
Connect with local resources and a supportive community network to share ideas and solutions with other parents and professionals.
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm ET
January 8: Demystifying Key Components of an IEP
January 15: Accommodations Across the Lifespan: Transition Plans are part of the IEP
January 22: Dispute Resolution: Orders and Chain of Command for Resolving Conflicts
January 29: Sound the Cadence: Raising Voices in Advocacy
Stomp@wapave.org
When You Attend a STOMP Workshop You Learn …
Empower yourself with knowledge of educational rights, support services, and access to TRICARE, ECHO, and ABA programs.
Connect with local resources and a supportive community network to share ideas and solutions with other parents and professionals.
9:00 am – 11:00 am KST
January 8: Accommodations Across the Lifespan: Section 504 Plans
January 15: Student-Led IEPs: Developing and Supporting Self-Advocacy
January 16: Demystifying Key Components of an IEP
January 29: Decoding the Data: Building Blocks to the IEP, BIP, and Assistive Technology Evaluation data
If attending stateside:
Time: 4-6 pm PT/ 7-9 pm ET
January 7: Accommodations Across the Lifespan: Section 504 Plans
January 14: Student-Led IEPs: Developing and Supporting Self-Advocacy
January 15: Demystifying Key Components of an IEP
January 28: Decoding the Data: Building Blocks to the IEP, BIP, and Assistive Technology Evaluation data
Stomp@wapave.org
When You Attend a STOMP Workshop You Learn … Register today to join!
Empower yourself with knowledge of educational rights, support services, and access to TRICARE, ECHO, and ABA programs.
Connect with local resources and a supportive community network to share ideas and solutions with other parents and professionals.
9:00 am – 11:00 am KST
January 8: Accommodations Across the Lifespan: Section 504 Plans
January 15: Student-Led IEPs: Developing and Supporting Self-Advocacy
January 16: Demystifying Key Components of an IEP
January 29: Decoding the Data: Building Blocks to the IEP, BIP, and Assistive Technology Evaluation data
If attending stateside:
Time: 4-6 pm PT/ 7-9 pm ET
January 7: Accommodations Across the Lifespan: Section 504 Plans
January 14: Student-Led IEPs: Developing and Supporting Self-Advocacy
January 15: Demystifying Key Components of an IEP
January 28: Decoding the Data: Building Blocks to the IEP, BIP, and Assistive Technology Evaluation data
February/ febrero 26, 2025 Wednesday/ miercoles
Time/ Horario: 4:30 – 5:45 pm
Tema: Entendiendo El Proceso De Educación Especial
Esta capacitación guiará a los participantes a través de los pasos para identificar y apoyar a los estudiantes con discapacidades, desde la evaluación hasta el desarrollo e implementación de un Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP).
Topic: Understanding The Special Education Process
This training will guide participants through the steps of identifying and supporting students with disabilities, from evaluation to developing and implementing an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
May/mayo 07, 2025 Wednesday/ miercoles
Time/ Horario: 4:30 – 5:45 pm
Tema: Entendiendo El Documento Del IEP
Esta capacitación ayudará a los participantes a navegar e interpretar los componentes clave de un Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP) para apoyar mejor a los estudiantes con discapacidades.
Topic: Understanding The Iep Document
This training will guide helps participants navigate and interpret the key components of
an Individualized Education Program (IEP) to better support students with disabilities.
And Online! No need to register/ No necesita registrarse:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84790984874
Meeting ID: 847 9098 4874
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January 4: IDEA Unveiled: overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), focusing on rights, processes, and strategies to support students with disabilities and their families.
January 11: Starting Strong (IFSP):focus on understanding and implementing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) to support early intervention services and empower families in guiding their child’s development.
January 18: Navigating 504: focus on eligibility, accommodations, and strategies to ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities.
January 25: Unlocking the Potential to IEP Data: focus on how to effectively interpret and utilize Individualized Education Program (IEP) data to support student progress and drive meaningful educational outcomes.
pti@wapave.org
You must register to receive the meeting information! Register today!
Special Education Trainings 2024-2025
These trainings are supported in partnership with ESD 114
Join our virtual training sessions to learn about key aspects of the special education process. Gain valuable insights, ask questions, and connect with experts to better support students with disabilities.
Dates and Topics:
Date: September 25th, 2024
Time: 4pm – 5:30pm
Topic: Understanding the Special Education Process
Description: This training will bring understanding to the Special Education Process and how it works to ensure students with disabilities receive a Free Appropriate Public Education. It will also clarify the rights and responsibilities under IDEA. Participants will become knowledgeable in navigating the Special Education process from eligibility, evaluation and the development of IEPs and their implementation. After the training, an IEP Clinic is available to participants to share their questions and concerns regarding their students, Evaluations, IEPs, or meetings.
Date: January 29th, 2025
Time: 4pm – 5:30pm
Topic: Washington State Governors Office of the Education Ombuds overview
Description: Overview of the OEO’s work and how the office supports families, communities, and schools addressing the concerns that impact all students’ education. There will be an IEP clinic to address individual questions and concerns.
Date: April 9th, 2025
Time: 4pm – 5:30pm
Topic: School To Adulthood: Planning The Path
Description: This training will provide information to parents, guardians and professionals who are assisting student with disabilities in planning a path for their future. It’s never too soon to begin planning to ensure a smooth process from School to adulthood.
Date: May 7th, 2025
Time: 4pm – 5:30pm
Topic: Assistive Technology (AT): Does my student qualify for Assistive Technology
Description: This training will cover the : What, When, How, Who, and Where of Assistive Technology for students on 504 and IEP’s.
You must register to receive the meeting information! Register today!
pti@wapave.org