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The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute provides caregivers with the necessary resources and education to access the appropriate supports and services for their loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute Presents: A Virtual IEP Review With the Attorneys of Hinkle, Prior & Fischer, Attorneys at Law
Are You Looking For Professional Guidance With Your Child's IEP?
Navigating through the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process can seem overwhelming, but that's where The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute can help. We are offering FREE virtual IEP reviews for families who have questions or concerns about their child's plan. Families will have an opportunity to speak with an attorney from Hinkle, Prior & Fischer to review their child's IEP, ask questions, and discuss any concerns they may have about their school district.
Space is limited, and registration is REQUIRED to attend. This is an online event. After you register, you will receive the link to join. Families will receive a free 30-minute IEP review. Contact Kristina Tosti at (609) 896-4200 to reserve your time slot.
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Preparing for Postsecondary Programs
Thursday, March 11th, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dr. Susan Onaitis
Manager of the DREAM Program and Ancillary Support Services at Mercer County Community College
Graduating high school is a major accomplishment and a defining moment in a person's transition into adulthood. It marks the end of an individual's relationship with the IDEA, and presents the question: "What to do next?" For individuals and their families considering postsecondary education, there are a number of options available.
This webinar will give attendees an overview of postsecondary education programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and how students can prepare for these programs. Dr. Onaitis will discuss the supports available to students in postsecondary programs, and a student from the DREAM program will share information about the college experience.
CLICK HERE for all of our 2021 special education webinars.
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Basic Rights in Special Education
Wednesday, March 3rd, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Whether you’re new to special education or have been involved for a while, this workshop is for you. This presentation provides families with an introduction to their rights and responsibilities as parents of children with special needs under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the New Jersey Code, and Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act.
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Reopen Schools? Here's the CDC Guidance
The CDC says that schools should use “key mitigation strategies” for safe reopening: universal and correct mask-wearing, physical distancing, hand-washing and proper ventilation, along with performing contact tracing, isolation, and quarantining. Even with all that, the CDC says that infections will happen and districts must be prepared. Read the full article here.
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NJ.com Creates Comic Strip on How The COVID-19 Vaccine Works
"Our bodies are full of superheroes and evil villains. We’ve learned firsthand in the past year just what a super-villain COVID-19 can be.
But there’s finally hope in the battle against the virus — in the form of mRNA vaccinations.
Most of us have seen the word mRNA floating around. It’s the powerful ingredient in the first coronavirus vaccinations to come to market in the United States. The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines use the mRNA like a blueprint to teach our bodies how to fight off the virus." Read the comic here.
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Microsoft Offers Scholarship for Students with Disabilities
This scholarship will be awarded to promising high school seniors with disabilities who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and target a career in the technology industry. The scholarships are renewable – each winner who continues to meet the criteria is eligible to receive an annual award of $5,000 for up to four (4) consecutive years for a potential total $20,000 scholarship.
All completed applications must be submitted by March 1, 2021.
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Post-Secondary (College) Go Bag
If you are considering college, have a child interested in college, or you simply love our Go Bags, then this is the guide for you. Our Post-Secondary Go Bag contains all of the information you'll need to feel confident about taking the next step in your or your child's education. The benefits of attending college extend far beyond the classroom, and the experience can be a catalyst for personal and social growth, independence, and self-advocacy. Click the button below to find out more about preparing for college programs, a transition checklist, funding sources, and a list of programs in New Jersey.
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Virtual Learning Resources from Autism New Jersey
Technology and virtual learning play a significant role in educational and behavioral programming and are needed now more than ever, often at a moment’s notice to address children’s changing needs.
Autism New Jersey reviewed virtual learning resources suitable for children on the autism spectrum and compiled this “best of” list to help build your virtual resource library.
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