What a Great Idea October 17 7pm

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YOU’RE INVITED Tuesday, October 17th

What a Great IDEA

Presented by:

Lori Jackson
Regional Coordinator / Training Specialist
Parent to Parent of Georgia

Are you confused about what school systems are compelled by law to provide students? Do you wonder where those rules and regulations come from? Are you confused about when and how to request special education services for your child? Would you like to know how your child is evaluated? Much of what school systems can offer is driven by law, The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) passed in 1975.

Lori Jackson is well versed in issues related to this law. She will provide a brief overview of special education for parents and families. This session will help you understand the basics of Special Education and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This course will explain how the process of special education works, including Child Find, Response to Intervention (RTI) and Student Support Teams; making a referral; what to expect from an evaluation; how to prepare for an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting and how to resolve disputes.

Our meeting will begin at 7:00pm. This meeting will be important for parents of children with disabilities of all ages. This is also an important meeting for grandparents raising grandchildren with disabilities.  Our meeting will NOT be held at our office location. This will be a meeting held via Zoom. If you are interested in attending, please follow the instructions below:

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Click on this link:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5774658222  

· Enter Meeting ID (if prompted): 577 465 8222

· Time and Date: Tuesday, October 17th beginning at 7 pm

· There is no cost associated with this meeting.  

ExOPS Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2151 Peachtree City, GA 30269

ExOPS Office Location: 100 Governor’s Trace, Suite 107, Peachtree City, GA 30269
Executive Director: Janet Smola - (770) 631-1035 or cell phone (770) 639-9169
Email: janetsmola@comcast.net 

Websites: http://www.ExceptionalOPS.org 

ExceptionalOPS is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization providing advocacy, information, supports and choices for Fayette residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Your tax-deductible contributions are encouraged and welcomed.