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SUMMARY:Back to School Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi SHINE Project & Sister Prints  \nJoin Mississippi SHINE Project and Sister Prints for their Back to School Backpack Giveaway\, School Supplies & Resource Fair on Saturday\, July 20th\, in Collins. \nEnjoy free hot dogs and hamburgers grilled by Grade A Smokes! \nWhile supplies last\, Children must be present to receive a backpack. \nRegister here>> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/back-to-school-backpack-giveaway-resource-fair/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T144544Z
UID:10001971-1721394000-1721394000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Families as Allies \nPlease join us in congratulating our newest class of parent-peer support graduates. In addition to celebrating their accomplishments\, this is a great opportunity to build the parent-peer support community. We encourage the graduates’ friends and families\, as well as anyone who supports parent-peer supporters or is interested in learning more about being a parent-peer supporter\, to attend. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-caregiver-peer-support-graduation-9/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240118T202530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T211325Z
UID:10001735-1721327400-1721331000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Families as Allies Board Quarterly Board Meeting (POSTPONED)
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly board meeting of the board of Families as Allies. All meetings are open to the public and include time for public comments. Public comments can also be emailed to info@faams.org or faxed to 601-355-0919. \n\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/families-as-allies-board-quarterly-board-meeting-13/
CATEGORIES:Families as Allies meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T183000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240611T235457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T212317Z
UID:10001925-1721307600-1721327400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Let's Get Ready for Your Adventure Community Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:Grace Christian Counseling Center \nJoin Grace Christian Counseling Center for an enlightening afternoon at the Warren County—Vicksburg Public Library. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage in demonstrations\, participate in panel discussions\, and win door prizes. There will also be various valuable resources. \nThe Special Guest for the day is MOVE to LEARN’s Coach Calhoun. \nMark your calendars and be a part of this enriching experience. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/lets-get-ready-for-our-adventure-community-health-fair/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240716T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240711T221825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T221825Z
UID:10001953-1721127600-1721131200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:First Steps to Next Steps: Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Special Education
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nWhat is transition? What are the next steps? Families are often overwhelmed with all the changes when their child turns three. This session will provide an overview of the process\, resources\, and information on preparing for the future. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/first-steps-to-next-steps-transition-from-early-intervention-to-early-childhood-special-education/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240521T164119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T164119Z
UID:10001907-1720868400-1720879200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Marion County  Education & Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:United Way of Southeast Mississippi \nJoin us for this free event\, which will highlight the education and health resources in Marion County. Other things to look forward to: kid haircuts\, school supplies and uniforms\, health screenings\, refreshments\, children’s books\, and a Touch-a-Truck area! \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/marion-county-education-health-fair-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240618T010054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T153834Z
UID:10001930-1720692000-1720706400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities \nCouncils on Developmental Disabilities are federally funded\, self-governing organizations identifying the most pressing needs of people with developmental disabilities in their state or territory. \nThe Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities meets quarterly\, usually on the second Thursday of the month beginning in January of each year. Please contact the Council office for the location. The time is usually 10 am—2 pm.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-council-on-developmental-disabilities-4/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240416T155539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T155539Z
UID:10001814-1720612800-1720616400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 noon. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group. \nVisit our website for more information and to register:   \n  \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-42/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240709T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240709T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240708T173030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T193441Z
UID:10001946-1720528200-1720533600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health and Substance Use Challenge Prevention and Recovery: Poverty as an Equity Issue
DESCRIPTION:National Federation of Families  \nPoverty creates barriers to equity within the Social Determinants of Health—economic stability\, safe environment\, social and community well-being\, and access to quality education and healthcare. In this panel discussion\, the Association of State Health Officials and the National Federation of Families bring together individuals with professional and lived expertise to discuss the impact of poverty\, particularly on access to behavioral health services along the continuum of prevention\, crisis intervention\, and sustained recovery. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mental-health-and-substance-use-challenge-prevention-and-recovery-poverty-as-an-equity-issue/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240531T161644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T161644Z
UID:10001918-1719491400-1719495000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Children and Lead: What You Don't Know Can Hurt Them
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nChildren under 6 are the most vulnerable to the effects of lead poisoning. The good news is that lead poisoning is 100% preventable. In this fun and informative session\, participants will learn about the dangers of lead\, common sources of lead\, lead exposure prevention\, and community resources for families. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/children-and-lead-what-you-dont-know-can-hurt-them-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240327T145952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T145952Z
UID:10001789-1719403200-1719406800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This group focuses on understanding current policy issues and also opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making committees. Leadership training graduates are strongly encouraged to attend\, but the meetings are open to anyone who is interested in learning more about policy. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/leadership-coaching-and-policy-discussion-17/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T101500
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240809T023515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T023515Z
UID:10002001-1719396900-1719396900@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services\n(MDRS) \nThe Special Education Advisory Panel will meet on Wednesday\, August 21\, 2024\, at 10:00 a.m.\, at the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) in the East Building’s Conference Room on the 3rd floor and via Zoom. You may access the meeting either in person\, online\, or by phone. \nYou may access the meeting in person\, online\, or by phone. \nIn-Person Meeting Location and Address:\nMississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS)\nEast Building-Large Conference Room: 3rd floor\n1281 Hwy 51 North\nMadison\, MS 39110 \nJoin Zoom Meeting Online:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83452343575?pwd=bURwRjRpbVA1dCt1dlg5cmRSeWwwZz09 \nMeeting ID: 834 5234 3575\nPasscode: SEAP \nJoin Zoom Meeting by Phone:\nDial by your location\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \nThe Panel will hear public comments at 10:15 a.m. \nWritten comments may be submitted to: \nMississippi Department of Education\nAttn: Sharon Strong Coon\nP.O. Box 771\nJackson\, Mississippi 39205-0771 \nEmail: scoon@mdek12.org; or call the Parent Hotline Number: 1-877-544-0408. \nFor more information\, or if you need accommodations due to a disability\, contact Sharon Strong Coon or Mona Spells Adou at 601-359-3498. \n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/special-education-advisory-panel-meeting-8/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T101500
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240614T213327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T213619Z
UID:10001927-1719396900-1719396900@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services\n(MDRS) \nThe Special Education Advisory Panel will meet on Wednesday\, June 26\, 2024\, at 10:00 a.m.\, at the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) in the East Building’s Conference Room on the 3rd floor and via Zoom. You may access the meeting either in person\, online\, or by phone. \nYou may access the meeting in person\, online\, or by phone. \nIn-Person Meeting Location and Address:\nMississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS)\nEast Building-Large Conference Room: 3rd floor\n1281 Hwy 51 North\nMadison\, MS 39110 \nJoin Zoom Meeting Online:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83452343575?pwd=bURwRjRpbVA1dCt1dlg5cmRSeWwwZz09 \nMeeting ID: 834 5234 3575\nPasscode: SEAP \nJoin Zoom Meeting by Phone:\nDial by your location\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \nThe Panel will hear public comments at 10:15 a.m. \nWritten comments may be submitted to: \nMississippi Department of Education\nAttn: Sharon Strong Coon\nP.O. Box 771\nJackson\, Mississippi 39205-0771 \nEmail: scoon@mdek12.org; or call the Parent Hotline Number: 1-877-544-0408. \nFor more information\, or if you need accommodations due to a disability\, contact Sharon Strong Coon or Mona Spells Adou at 601-359-3498. \n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/special-education-advisory-panel-meeting-7/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240625T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240625T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240620T153217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T153217Z
UID:10001933-1719311400-1719313200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Teaming and Collaborating Part 3: Sharing What You Know with Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nYou know your child best. Sharing what you know with professionals can help them provide the most appropriate services and support. As a parent or family member\, you have much to contribute to the team. Join us and learn tips on how to share and other important tips. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/teaming-and-collaborating-part-3-sharing-what-you-know-with-professionals/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240603T185734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T185734Z
UID:10001920-1719050400-1719057600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual NAMI Peer-to-Peer (NAMI Central Mississippi)
DESCRIPTION:NAMI \nNAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free\, 8-session educational program for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. Taught by a trained team of people who’ve been there\, the program includes presentations\, discussions\, and interactive exercises. Specific dates will be provided\, but sessions will be held on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon. \nThis virtual group experience provides the opportunity for mutual support and positive impact. You can experience compassion and reinforcement from people who relate to your experiences. Through your participation\, you have the chance to help others grow. This is a confidential place to learn from shared experiences in an environment of sincere\, uncritical acceptance. Recovery is a journey\, and there is hope for all people living with mental illness. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-nami-peer-to-peer-nami-central-mississippi/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240622T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240513T193859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T002253Z
UID:10001903-1719050400-1719054000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Community Outreach and Engagement Training
DESCRIPTION:Families as Allies \nFamilies as Allies is training interested parents and caregivers to help with outreach in communities across MS. These trainings will focus on outreach at conferences and events\, presenting to community groups about FAA\, and supporting families with school and other types of meetings within communities. \nOur second training will focus on how to give a basic talk in the community about FAA and is scheduled for June 22 from 10 am to 11 a.m. via zoom. We will pay a training stipend to parents and caregivers who attend. You can register at this link. If you have questions\, please contact Jackie Taylor at 601-519-4161. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/community-outreach-and-engagement-training-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240507T184052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T184155Z
UID:10001887-1718971200-1718976600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:A Taste of Cafés: Like Riding a Bike (Dad’s Café)
DESCRIPTION:Strong Families \nHelping your child learn to ride a bike is about encouraging them and helping them up when they fall. Success in life is just like riding a bike: having someone to cheer you on and help you up when you stumble can make a difference. Join us as we celebrate fathers’ presence in their children’s lives. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/a-taste-of-cafes-like-riding-a-bike-dads-cafe/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240507T020126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T165923Z
UID:10001852-1718884800-1718888400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
DESCRIPTION:Does your school ever call and ask you to come pick up your child who has an IEP because your child is upset? \nHas the school told you to take your child for an evaluation and not bring them back to school until you get an evaluation? \nDo you ever wonder if your child needs an IEP? Does your child have an IEP\, and you wonder whether or not it is working? \nIf you said yes to any of these questions\, or you have other questions about things going on in your child’s school\, then come join us. \nThis hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to ask questions or get feedback about IEP issues and other school situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-6/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T090000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20230621T204311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T204850Z
UID:10001273-1718874000-1718874000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Board of Mental Health Meeting
DESCRIPTION:State Agency: Department of Mental Health \nBoard Committee meetings will be held prior to the Board meeting. The full Board will begin at 9 a.m. \nClick here for notice information:\nhttps://www.ms.gov/dfa/pmn/Home/NoticeDetails/991db1c4-6b2f-4279-be01-e239b53d8c90 \nMeeting Location\n\nNorth MS Regional Center\n967 Regional Center Dr.\nOxford MS 38655 \nContact Information\nGrenaye Sullivan 601-359-6260\ngrenaye.sullivan@dmh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/board-of-mental-health-meeting-20/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T100000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240530T015349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T020020Z
UID:10001915-1718791200-1718791200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:CCDF 2025 2027 Triennial State Plan Public Hearing
DESCRIPTION:Department of Human Services \nThe Department of Human Services will host its CCDF 2025 2027 Triennial State Plan Public Hearing Virtually on June 19th\, beginning at 10:00 a.m. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/ccdf-2025-2027-triennial-state-plan-public-hearing/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T090000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240627T174555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T181051Z
UID:10001940-1718787600-1718787600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Board of Mental Health Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Department of Mental Health\n\n\nThe Department of Mental Health Regular  Board meeting will be held on  June 19\, 2025\, at 9:00 am. \nClick here for notice information:\nhttps://www.ms.gov/dfa/pmn/Home/NoticeDetails/991db1c4-6b2f-4279-be01-e239b53d8c90 \n\nMeeting Location\n\n1049 Simpson Hwy 149\nMagee MS 39111
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/board-of-mental-health-meeting-30/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240523T190059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T190059Z
UID:10001913-1718782200-1718971200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Time is Right Special Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Education \nThe OSE June conference\, called “The Time is Right\,” is an excellent opportunity for teachers\, administrators\, service providers\, and family members to connect\, work together\, and grow professionally. It offers sessions on parental engagement\, related services\, specifically designed instruction\, and administrator training. Participants will attend lectures and engage in interactive activities. \nUpon MDE approval\, participants can earn up to 1.2 CEU credits\, 10 SEMI credits\, and/or 1 OSL. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/time-is-right-special-education-conference/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T093000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240214T204600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T172147Z
UID:10001767-1718703000-1718703000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee \nThe Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee (MAAC) was created by House Bill 11252 (2011 Regular Session) as the Legislature recognized an urgent need for strategies on how to best identify\, treat\, educate\, accommodate\, and employ people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and assist their families. The MAAC’s mission is “to study\, make recommendations and develop a strategic plan on how best to educate and train students with ASD to maximize their potential productivity within the workforce … and to develop an annual plan” outlining these strategies. The MAAC is tasked with writing a report to the legislature outlining any roadblocks to creating meaningful progress in the areas of mental health\, education\, medical\, and employment for people with ASD and their families. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-autism-advisory-committee-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240521T161433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T162630Z
UID:10001910-1718613000-1718881200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:2024 Mississippi Early Childhood Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:Uniting early childhood educators from around the state to connect\, collaborate\, and improve early learning environments for every child. \nThe Mississippi Early Childhood Education Conference is one of the South’s largest early childhood education conferences. Hundreds of teachers and program administrators each year choose from dozens of presentations and exhibits to explore the latest trends and research in the early childhood field. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/2024-mississippi-early-childhood-education-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240327T160715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T161249Z
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SUMMARY:Free Spring Break Youth Leadership Camp!
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Families for Kids  \n\nWe’re gearing up for a fun camp this year! Space is limited\, so sign up now! \nOur camp for ages 12-19 on June 17-21st at Christ United Jackson will enhance students’ ability to assess real-life situations and learn to make positive choices. \nCamp sessions include discussions on:\nHealthy Relationships\, Physical/Mental Health\, Cultural Competency\, Community Service\, Future Planning\, Self-Discipline\, and Financial Management- all focused around our theme for the year- Staying SAFE: Secure\, Assured\, Fearless\, Empowered. \n\nCamp sessions are led by professionals in their respective fields\, and participants are encouraged to ask questions or share related issues they may have. Camp includes field trips to Two Mississippi Museums.\n\nCalling all businesses! Would you like to invest in Mississippi’s youth by sponsoring Youth Leadership Camp? \nSponsors will be mentioned in all YLC marketing materials and also qualify for dollar-for-dollar Mississippi tax credits. Sponsorships range from $50-$5\,000.  For more information about being a sponsor\, click here. \n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/free-spring-break-youth-leadership-camp/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240611T165543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T165641Z
UID:10001924-1718355600-1718370000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Positively Impacting Addiction by Training and Empowering the Family
DESCRIPTION:Be Strong Families \nAllies in Recovery uses CRAFT: Community Reinforcement and Family Training a scientifically proven alternative approach to Al-Anon\, for families struggling with the addiction of a loved one. It draws on the principles of positive reinforcement. Family members will get concrete suggestions based on sound psychological principles and essential self-care skills. \nThis is an online workshop using Zoom. Participants will be notified by email directly or through their department/organization registration contact. Use of internet applications such as Zoom and Adobe Acrobat or current PDF document viewer required and installed before training. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/positively-impacting-addiction-by-training-and-empowering-the-family-2/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240606T190334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T190334Z
UID:10001922-1718355600-1718370000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Transform recovery with CRAFT: Positive Reinforcement Approach!
DESCRIPTION:Be Strong Families \nAllies in Recovery uses CRAFT: Community Reinforcement and Family Training\, a scientifically proven alternative approach to Al-Anon\, for families struggling with the addiction of a loved one. It draws on the principles of positive reinforcement. Family members will get concrete suggestions based on sound psychological principles and essential self-care skills. \nThis is an online workshop using Zoom. Participants will be notified by email directly or through their department/organization registration contact. Use of internet applications such as Zoom and Adobe Acrobat or current PDF document viewer required and installed before training. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/transform-recovery-with-craft-positive-reinforcement-approach/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240206T042549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T151626Z
UID:10001748-1718263800-1718366400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:The Mississippi disAbility MegaConference
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Mississippi disAbility MegaConference is Mississippi’s largest cross-disability conference for people with disabilities\, families\, students\, and professionals. \nPresenters\, sponsors\, and exhibitors will share the latest information and innovations on many topics. \nMeet people and make new friends! \nContinuing Education – Applying for DMH Credentials\, Education\, and Social Work \nGame Night will be June 12 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Cabana Room. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-mississippi-disability-megaconference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240416T153950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T154817Z
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SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators\, and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, and local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 noon. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-41/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T211046
CREATED:20240607T163013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T163013Z
UID:10001923-1718101800-1718103600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Teaming and Collaborating Part 2: Family Members Working with Other Team Members
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nThe quality of relationships and interactions between parents and professionals on IFSP or IEP teams affects the team’s success in achieving desired outcomes for the child. Join us to learn how to to work with parents and/or professionals in ways that will assist with communication and conflict resolution. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/teaming-and-collaborating-part-2-family-members-working-with-other-team-members/
CATEGORIES:Training
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