Who should attend?

 Anyone interested in learning about West Virginia and United States Special Education Laws and Policies to further advocate for safe, effective, and appropriate  strategies and environments for children and young adults in school.

This program is made possible
through funding from the
Ross Family Foundation and
Parkersburg Area Community Foundation

Contact:

Christina Smith 
The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley / The Arc of West Virginia 
christina.smith@thearcmov.org 
304-422-3151 

Where

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Special Education Advocacy Training 

This hands-on training session will focus on: 

  • The key components of an IEP or 504 Plan and what they mean
  • How to respond to and document comments made during meetings or conversations
  • What timelines the school and county should be following
  • How to know if an IEP or 504 Plan is being followed as written
  • What to do if services or accommodations/modifications are not being provided
  • What to do if you do not agree with the school or county’s approach
  • Small group discussions about current IEPs or 504 Plans  
    (please bring a copy of the most current plan and any other pertinent supporting documents)

When: 

Thursday, November 20
10:00 am* - 3:30 pm
(*registration will begin at 9:30 am)

Where: 

WV Division of Rehab Services Conference Room
4701 MacCorkle Ave., SE
 Charleston, WV  25304    

Trainers: 

Christina Smith, Executive Director
The Arc of West Virginia  

 

There is no charge for this workshop and lunch will be provided. 

Registration is now closed, but if you are interested

in this training, please contact us at 304-422-3151.

Download Training Flyer By Clicking HERE