January 2021 Newsletter

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...And just like that we say goodbye to 2020 and hello to 2021! The past year has been tough for everyone, no two ways about it! While 2021 is sure to present more challenges, we also hope it brings more smiles, more community, more learning, and more quality time with the ones you hold dear.

In this Issue: Upcoming Webinars in January and February Updated IEP Trainings available 24/7 Get Your Free IEP Tracking journal! Save the Date for our Early Childhood Virtual Summit!

Through it all, we will be by your side and responsive to your needs. We know your schedule is busier than ever, this is why we are making our most popular trainings available online 24/7! The first is already available - The IEP: What You Need to Know. Find it now on our website in English AND Spanish! Though we step into 2021 with so much still unknown, FACT Oregon holds tight to the belief that YOU are powerful and resilient! YOU are the reason we are here! We believe that our community is stronger together and that, with hard work and perseverance, we can overcome great obstacles. Thank you for all the hard work you have put into caring for your family and community, advocating for the needs of your children, and stepping bravely into the unknown with us. We see you and we support you.  In gratitude, Executive Director

Upcoming Training Offerings!

FREE webinars, Spanish interpretation, and CEU credits offered for a small fee.

Jan 21: 6PM Early Childhood Inclusivity With Roberta Dunn and Hollie Hix-Small (With Spanish Interpretation) Join Roberta Dunn, FACT Oregon's - Executive Director, and Holly Hix-Small, who leads Portland State Universities Early Childhood Intervention program, as they discuss vision and trajectory in Early Childhood education.

In this webinar Hollie Hix-Small who leads Portland State University's Early Childhood Intervention Program will share her vision for preparing early childhood intervention providers to deliver family-centered, inclusive, and equitable services. Join the conversation as Hollie and Roberta Dunn, Executive Director of FACT Oregon, explore why high quality personnel preparation programs are needed to ensure families and children receive high quality early childhood intervention and inclusive early childhood education services. This webinar will include a live reading of our new storybook, Dream to Go Far!

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Feb 4 |6 -9 PM Transition to Kindergarten (with Spanish interpretation) This Webinar will encourage participants to:  have high expectations for their child understand the transition to kindergarten process  know how to meaningfully participate in the IEP meetings  understand the purposes and main principles of IDEA

Kindergarten means lots of changes for your child experiencing disability. Especially this year during COVID-19. Get tips and tools for a successful year, learn about the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and how to be your child’s #1 fan and advocate.

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ANYTIME! ANYWHERE! (Available in Spanish and English) Register Online for access! The Individualized Education Program (IEP) describes your child's special education needs and services. Learn more about how the IEP is made, how to actively engage in the process, and advocate for your child's specific school needs.

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Special Education 201 Welcome to our incoming cohort! We are thrilled to say that we received so many great applications for this three-part training! Lookout for more opportunities like this one coming soon! *APPLICATION CLOSED*

Free Journal and Entry!

Makes a Perfect Bedtime Story!

Buy Yours in English or Spanish! GIVE THE GIFT OF READING AND HIGH EXPECTATIONS! Dream to Go Far is a perfect addition to any library. This delightful story, illustrated by Portland artist Allie Sullberg, reinforces that disability is natural and shares a journey of life lessons: to "find joy when there's sorrow," to "discover and grow," to "love who we are." and "dream to go far." Start 2021 with this special storybook, it gives the gift of hope, love, discovery, and inclusion. $10 each; discounts on orders of 10 or more.

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