What: An informational panel comprised of five local agencies are collaborating to provide support and resources for families in our community.
When: Tuesday, January 19th from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Where: Click on the link provided to enter the discussion via ZOOM: Panel Zoom Link
Description
The following panel of providers will be discussing the services and supports provided for families during and after the Remote Learning process. The panelists will provide information about their agencies and options for further consult.
Topic: The Regional Office of Education (ROE)
The ROE provides many services to families including Family Educators, Parents as Teachers, Truancy, and Homeless support
Krista Peterson, Assistant Director of Professional Learning
ROE#47
815-625-1495 kpeterson@roe47.org
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Topic: Special Education Rights During Remote Learning and the Return to In-Person Instruction
Mike Shea, Staff Attorney, Equip for Equality
Special Education Helpline 1-866-543-7046
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Topic: Overview of NICIL services and specifically what you can do to assist parents in the IEP process
Emily Witt, NICIL Youth Coordinator and Special Projects Coordinator
815-625-7860 emily@nicil.org
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Topic: Florissa overview and option for participating in a Tips for Supporting Your Child in Remote Learning
Laura Gumbiner, Florissa Clinical and School Psychology Intern. Bi-County Special Education Coop School Psychology Predoctoral Intern.
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Topic: Building Strong Illinois Families
Karla Belzer, Family Life Educator University of Illinois Extension
(815 )632-3611 kbelzer@illinois.edu