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SUMMARY:Section 504\, ADAA and Children with Disabilities or Special Health Care Needs: What Parents Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nWhen people think about educating students with disabilities\, the first thing that may come to mind is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Although students can receive accommodations\, related services\, and special education under both Section 504 and IDEA\, the two laws vary in a number of important ways. This presentation will provide parents with information to help them understand the law and what it means to their child. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/section-504-adaa-and-children-with-disabilities-or-special-health-care-needs-what-parents-need-to-know-3/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221210T150000
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SUMMARY:The Power of Words
DESCRIPTION:Junior Auxiliary of Byram & Terry \nJoin the Junior Auxiliary of Byram & Terry’s family-friendly event for FREE developmental\, behavioral\, and autistic screenings on-site. \nThis informative event will have developmental\, behavioral and autism screenings\, sessions on childhood suicide awareness and other engaging and fun activities for all ages! \n\nParents who attend will have the opportunity to enter for the chance to win a $150 visa gift card! \n\n\n\n\nRegister today at https://bit.ly/PowerofWords2022.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-power-of-words/
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
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SUMMARY:Champions for Children Gala
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Families for Kids \nJoin Mississippi Families for Kids on December 8th at 6:30 for a gala to fundraise for permanency services for 2023! \nEnjoy a night at Duling Hall in Jackson\, MS filled with music\, dinner\, drinks\, drawdown\, and an online raffle. It will be a night of celebration! \nBlack tie attire encouraged. \nProceeds from the Champions For Children Gala benefit Mississippi Families for Kids a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  Contributions are tax-deductible.  \nPurchase tickets here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/champions-for-children-gala/
LOCATION:Duling Hall\, 622 Duling Ave.\, Jackson\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20221205T222032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T222032Z
UID:10001180-1670518800-1670518800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Champions for Children Gala Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Families for Kids \nAre you feeling lucky? \nHelp Mississippi Families for Kids fundraise for 2023 services by purchasing Gala raffle tickets for a chance to win one of three amazing prizes!  \nRaffle tickets must be purchased online by 5 p.m. December 8th. If you are attending our Gala event\, you can purchase raffle tickets in person until the drawing takes place at the end of the event. \nRaffle tickets enter you into a drawing for: \n     \n\nHouse cleaning services from Home and Business Services and Property Management valued at $250\nA Regions Cruiser Bike valued at $250\nAn Alaska cruise voucher for two on the Sapphire Princess departing from Anchorage on 7/5/23 provided by Pam Anderson- Cruise Planners valued at $2\,750. \n\nOnce a winner is drawn for one item\, they cannot win another item: no repeat winners. \nProceeds from the Champions For Children Gala benefit Mississippi Families for Kids a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible.  \nPurchase raffle tickets here >> \nThank you for your support.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/champions-for-children-gala-raffle/
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20221205T215532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T215553Z
UID:10001178-1670499000-1670504400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:NAMI Mississippi Holiday Hello 2022
DESCRIPTION:NAMI Mississippi \nNAMI Mississippi is inviting everyone to stop by and grab light snacks\, or simply say “hello” and hear more about NAMI programs\, and meet the staff\, board members and volunteers. \nLearn more here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/nami-mississippi-holiday-hello-2022/
LOCATION:NAMI Mississippi\, 298 Commerce Park Dr. Suite C\, Ridgeland\, 39157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20221207T161814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T161814Z
UID:10001470-1670499000-1670502600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Tips for Effective IEP Meetings: Before\, During and After
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nIt’s hard to remember everything you need to know for an IEP meeting. Join Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center and learn steps on how to prepare before\, during and after the meeting. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/tips-for-effective-iep-meetings-before-during-and-after/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220907T205605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T190129Z
UID:10001442-1669896000-1669896000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different 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. \nDoes 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. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-15/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20221129T231157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T231630Z
UID:10001177-1669809600-1669813200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Families as Allies Live
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this quarterly update about our recent events and future plans. Families as Allies is about ALL of us and we want to hear your ideas and feedback on how we can all move forward together on behalf of our children. We will discuss common school issues this time of year\, including suspension and expulsions and risk assessments. \nJoin us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/679527800428694 \nOr on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3InuWAMW9vA
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/families-as-allies-live-q4-2022/
CATEGORIES:Families as Allies meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220228T150538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T150538Z
UID:10001373-1668776400-1668776400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Early Hearing Detection & Intervention Advisory Committee
DESCRIPTION:Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Advisory Committee \nThe Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Advisory Committee (EHDI-AC)\, established by state statute (MS Code 41-90-7)\, is an advisory committee appointed by the State Health Officer to advise and assist the Mississippi State Department of Health and the Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council for Early Intervention on the identification of infants and toddlers with hearing impairments and linking them with early intervention services.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/early-hearing-detection-intervention-advisory-committee-3/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T124500
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20221117T173213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T173213Z
UID:10001176-1668775500-1668775500@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Please 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 friends and families of the graduates\, 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/
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T090000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20251216T203229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T203229Z
UID:10002444-1668762000-1668762000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council (EMSAC)
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Health \nThe Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council (EMSAC) will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to the Department of Health. \nMeeting Date: Friday\, February 27\nMeeting Time: 1:00 pm\nMeeting Location: In-person location and Zoom link TBA \nIf you have any questions related to the public hearing\, please get in touch with Teresa Windham by phone at 662-316-5727 or email teresa.windham@msdh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/emergency-medical-services-advisory-council-emsac/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T090000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20221103T151749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T151821Z
UID:10001466-1668762000-1668762000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Department of Education Public Hearing
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Education \nThe Mississippi Department of Education will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to the Mississippi College and Career Readiness Standards for Social Studies 2022. \nFriday\, November 18 | 9:00 am\nWoolfolk State Office Building\nRoom 145\n501 N West Street\nJackson\, MS \nAll Mississippi residents wishing to speak at the hearing are required to register a minimum of three days before the hearing. Registration will close on Tuesday\, November 15\, at 9:00 am.  \nThe proposed changes are available through the Secretary of State’s website: https://www.sos.ms.gov/adminsearch/ACProposed/00026579b.pdf \nIf you have any questions related to the public hearing\, please email socialstudies@mdek12.org
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-department-of-education-public-hearing/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220909T175413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T185313Z
UID:10001444-1668686400-1668686400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual: Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
DESCRIPTION:This 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. \nDoes 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. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-14/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20221107T125123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T125123Z
UID:10001467-1668526200-1668531600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:KNOW YOUR RIGHTS! K-12 Education Civil Rights Community Town hall
DESCRIPTION:The National Action Network Western Regional Education Taskforce in Coalition with Black Student Advocate\, Black Men & Black Women United\, and The Las Vegas Alliance of Black School Educators\, MLK commUNITY & Circle of Life Development Foundation are proud to host and support this empowering session with the Office for Civil Rights. \nDid you know the US Department of Education has an Office for Civil Rights? The Office for Civil Rights enforces several Federal civil rights laws that prohibit discrimination in programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance from the Department of Education. \nJoin us for a community town hall to learn about how the Office for Civil Rights ensures equal access to education and promotes educational excellence throughout the nation through vigorous enforcement of civil rights. \nExpected outcomes: \n\nUnderstanding the Office for Civil Rights and their work\nAbility to identify and report discrimination in schools\nEmpowering information\, resources\, and tools related to K-12 Education Civil Rights\n\n\nThere will be a call to action led by the coalition at the end of this meeting!\n\nRegister here >> \nPlease send questions to have answered by the Office for Civil Rights or any questions you may have about this event to the session moderator: \nChristina Laster\nNational Action Network\nWestern Regional Education Director\nchristina@theboldauthority.com \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/know-your-rights-k-12-education-civil-rights-community-town-hall/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220426T223542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T223542Z
UID:10001107-1668506400-1668506400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:The Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \n\nMeeting Location:\nDepartment of Mental Health 239 N. Lamar Street\nJackson MS 39201 \n\nContact Information:\nDeborah Etzold\n601-359-5777\ndeborah.etzold@dmh.ms.gov \n\n\nThe link below provides details for November’s meeting\nhttps://www.ms.gov/dfa/pmn/Home/NoticeDetails/89ab8ec7-469f-4ef2-88a0-b80b1b348186
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-mississippi-autism-advisory-committee/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220131T145737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T123831Z
UID:10001060-1668414600-1668789000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver raising or raising a child aged 0-21 who has mental health or behavioral health challenges? Would you like to use your lived experience to help another parent who is on the same journey?  \nThen being a parent peer supporter may be for you! \nWhat is Parent Peer Support? Parent peer support is a parent/caregiver or using their lived experience to support another parent/caregiver who is going through similar experiences. \nWho Can Be a Parent Peer Supporter? A parent peer supporter is a biological parent\, adoptive parent\, or caregiver with legal custody who is currently raising or has raised a child with these characteristics: \n\nThe child is currently between the ages of 0-21\, or was when they first began having challenges.\nThe child has an emotional\, social\, behavioral or substance use disability.\n The child received services in or navigated the mental health or a related system (for example\, a child with an IEP related to behavior issues at school).\n\nHow Do I Become a Parent Peer Supporter? The Department of Mental Health certifies parent peer supporters in the mental health system. Families as Allies conducts virtual training for the certification. These are the dates of upcoming trainings: \n\nNovember 14-18\, 2022 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: October 17\, 2022)\nJanuary 9-13\, 2023 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: December 5\, 2022)\nMarch 20-24\, 2023 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: February 17\, 2023)\nMay 15-19\, 2023 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: April 14\, 2023)\n\nClick here for the application packet. \nWho Should Take the Training? \nAny parent or caregiver who is raising a child who has challenges and: \n\nIs interested in working for a community mental health center or another agency certified by the Department of Mental Health. Completing the training does not guarantee you a job\, but it helps ensure you’ll be ready for one.\nIs interested in doing part-time contractual work for Families as Allies. We are building our pool of contractual employees.\nSupports parents in any system. This training will strengthen your skills and help you network with other parent peer supporters.\nWould like to learn how to support other parents in the same shoes in any child-serving system. We currently have funds to pay training stipends to parents who are—or have been—involved in the youth court system and would like to learn how to support other parents going through the same thing. Contact us at 601-355-0915 or info@faams.org to learn more.\n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/peer-support-training-5/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220225T142537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T221143Z
UID:10001360-1668074400-1668081600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Joint Mental Health and Substance Use Planning Council
DESCRIPTION:Department of Mental Health\nJoint Mental Health and Substance Use Planning Council\n \nFederal law specifies the duties of the Joint Mental Health Planning Councils. \n>Duties include: \n\nTo review the Mental Health Block Grant Plan and to make recommendations;\nTo serve as an advocate for adults with serious mental illness\, children with a serious emotional disturbance\, and other individuals with mental illnesses; and\nTo monitor\, review\, and evaluate\, not less than once each year\, the allocation and adequacy of mental health services within the State.\n\nMeeting Location:\nMississippi State Hospital\, Building 56\n3550 MS-468\,\nPearl\, MS. 39208 \n  \nThis meeting will be in person/virtual. Click the link below to join virtually.\nhttps://app.goto.com/meeting/928165021?sessionTrackingId=clsJoin-ca6b249f-720f-403e-8370-2e10fc7db1ea \nClick the link below for more information.\nhttps://www.ms.gov/dfa/pmn/Home/NoticeDetails/15fafe62-ff07-403b-9cbb-8a81fd5935be \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/joint-planning-council-meeting-5/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220509T165548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T165548Z
UID:10001403-1667995200-1667995200@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. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-22/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20221101T221141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T141817Z
UID:10001465-1667484000-1667484000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:OSEP Discipline & Behavior Guidance Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Office of Special Education Programs \nPlease join OSEP staff on November 3rd at 2pm (CDT) for a presentation and discussion regarding the Department’s recently released\, Guidance to Help Schools Support Students with Disabilities and Avoid Disparities In the Use of Discipline. A general overview of the guidance package will be presented and key topics will be discussed\, including informal removals and longstanding practices that have resulted in high rates of exclusionary discipline for children with disabilities\, particularly children with disabilities of color. Additionally\, technical assistance resources will be shared to support OSEP’s goal of shifting from an overreliance on exclusionary discipline to one of prevention and proactive attention to address the behavioral needs of children with disabilities. Time will be reserved for discussion and questions. \nOSEP will highlight three documents within the guidance package: \nDear Colleague Letter on Implementation of IDEA Discipline Provisions by OSEP Director Valerie C. Williams \nQuestions and Answers Addressing the Needs of Children with Disabilities and IDEA’s Discipline Provisions \nPositive Proactive Approaches to Supporting Children with Disabilities: A Guide for Stakeholders \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/osep-discipline-behavior-guidance-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220907T205310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T185912Z
UID:10001441-1667476800-1667476800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different 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. \nDoes 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. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-14/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221106
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220208T200620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T155042Z
UID:10001352-1667433600-1667692799@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:The National Federation's 2022 Conference
DESCRIPTION:National Federation of Families \nThe National Federation of Families Annual Conference is the premier event for children and youth with mental health challenges and their families. Bringing together family members\, young adults\, and professionals in a safe setting\, free from stigma and one that celebrates skills and successes\, our annual conference generates a large amount of discussion on the current issues and trends pertaining to children’s mental health\, from the perspective of a family-driven and youth-guided approach. \nOur Annual Conference features many great workshops and speakers\, joining hundreds of mental health advocates and professionals from across the nation as we work to educate and empower children\, youth\, and families! \nOur conference offers families and the professionals who support them to: \n• Improve policy and enhance practices for children and youth who have or are at risk of experiencing behavioral health challenges. \n• Acquire skills and strategies that will improve outcomes for children and youth with behavioral health challenges. \n• Gain knowledge of best practices and latest research in children’s mental health and related fields. \n• Enrich understanding of different perspectives and common goals in support of all children\, youth and families. \n​Who should attend? \nParents & Caregivers\, Youth & Young Adults\, Social Workers\, Psychologists\, Special Education & Classroom Teachers\, Therapists\, Nurses\, Pediatricians\, Counselors\, Corrections Workers\, School Administrators\, Early Childhood Professionals
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/5773/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220920T194927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T194927Z
UID:10001459-1667030400-1667052000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Merchandise ‘n’ Mingle Vendor Sign Up
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Families For Kids \nEnjoy food\, crafts\, resale vendors\, music\, games\, and Trick or Treating Fun! \nTo become a vendor click the like below.\nhttps://mffk.org/eventsfundraisers/
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/merchandise-n-mingle-vendor-sign-up/
LOCATION:New jerusalem Church (North)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220315T153305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T175547Z
UID:10001386-1666785600-1666789200@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-training-graduates-coaching-and-support-group-17/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220418T173805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T184248Z
UID:10001393-1666290600-1666294200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Families as Allies Board Quarterly Board Meeting
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-6/
CATEGORIES:Families as Allies meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220909T175138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T185146Z
UID:10001158-1666267200-1666267200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual: Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
DESCRIPTION:This 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. \nDoes 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. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-13/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T090000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220609T182700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T163907Z
UID:10001130-1666256400-1666256400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Board of Mental Health Meeting
DESCRIPTION:State Agency: Department of Mental Health\n\n\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/7d84118e-93de-4aed-97ab-5e79e11f5aa7 \n\n\n\nMeeting Location-in person\nEllisville State School 1101 Hwy 11 South\nEllisville\, MS. 39437 \nContact Information\nGrenaye Sullivan 601-359-6260\ngrenaye.sullivan@dmh.ms.gov \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/board-of-mental-health-meeting-14/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220829T215928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T221230Z
UID:10001440-1666254600-1666281600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:19th Annual ADHD and Related Concerns Conference - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Gulf Coast Education Initiative Consortium \nHattiesburg Clinic Connections and Psychology & Counseling are proud to offer the 19th Annual ADHD and Related Concerns Conference.  In-person sessions will be available Oct. 20-21\, 2022 at Temple Baptist Church in Hattiesburg\, MS. Recorded on-demand sessions will be available 24 hours a day beginning October 24\, 2022\, through November 4\, 2022. Registration fees include both in-person sessions and virtual recordings. \n*Note: Credits for Counseling can only be earned by attending the live conference.  No counseling credits are available through viewing recorded on-demand sessions. \nThis event has been created in order to provide an informative and educational learning experience for you with the hope that you will take every opportunity to expand your understanding of ADHD and related concerns. \nIf someone wants to register at the parent/caregiver rate of $75\, they can call Stacy with GCEIC and register directly with her: (601) 528-5342. \nRegister below\nhttps://www.gceic.org/adhd-and-related-concerns-conf \n\nADHD Conference Agenda below:\nhttps://www.gceic.org/_files/ugd/506d4b_144c30df9e504a8cae9690a0308008a6.pdf \nRegistration fees\nIf you qualify for a discount code as a parent or multiple (3 or more from a district or organization)\, please call (601)528-5342 and ask for Stacy. You may also contact Stacy if you are paying personally and not using a purchase order. You may pay by check or PayPal if not use a purchase order. There will be an added PayPal Fee to any credit card or debit card transactions. \nRegistration fees will be paid to GCEIC and are as follows:\nEarly Rate (through September 16\, 2022 at 11:59 pm) – $200\nRegular Rate (from 12:00 am September 17 through October 7\, 11:59 pm) – $220\nLate Rate (from 12:00 am October 8) – $240\n3 or more from the same district or organization get 10% off. (Contact GCEIC at 601.528.5342)\nParents/Caregivers – $75 (Contact GCEIC at 601.528.5342) (This discount fee is not eligible for credits) \nThere will be no pre-selection of sessions you wish to attend. \nREFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS\nRegistrations are transferable but not refundable. Requests to transfer registration to another person must be made in writing prior to the conference.\nRequests may be faxed to 800-960-8493 or emailed to stacy.moseley@gceic.org. Requests may also be mailed to GCEIC\, 11975 Seaway Rd.\, Suite A240\, Gulfport\, MS 39503. \nCREDITS (applied for – not final) \nIf you are seeking credit\, you must complete an evaluation for each session you attend. All credits are included in the cost of the registration(not valid for the parent/caregiver registration rate). Certificates of Attendance for out-of-state participants will be available online in the participant’s registration account once they have attended all sessions and completed the evaluation.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/19th-annual-adhd-and-related-concerns-conference-virtual/
LOCATION:Temple Baptist Church\, Hattiesburg\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20221005T153745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T153745Z
UID:10001463-1665826200-1665837000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Community Resource and Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:St. Luther M. B. Church \n\nCoats/socks/non-perishable food giveaway\nFree Workshops\n– Medicare/Medicaid/Wills/Healthy Lives\nCOVID 19 vaccinations/boosters\n35 + vendors\nKids Park for ages. 5 years & up\n\nFor more information contact: 601-750-8680. \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/community-resource-and-health-fair/
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220228T142701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T122916Z
UID:10001370-1665738000-1665763200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council \nThe Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council (MSICC) is an advisory council appointed by the Governor to advise and assist the Mississippi State Department of Health in implementing the requirements of Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Part C covers children birth through age two. \nThe MSICC advises and assists the MSDH First Steps Early Intervention Program. Families and professionals are encouraged to attend. Public comments may be shared during each meeting. \nIn Person:\nTwo Mississippi Museums\nBrunini Conference Room\n222 North Street #1206\nJackson\, MS 39201 \nPlease use link below to access the zoom:\nOnline: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/522213847\nDial: 301-715-8592\, 312-626-6799\, or 346-248-7799\nMeeting ID: 522 213 847 \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-state-interagency-coordinating-council-3/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121502
CREATED:20220225T183150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T122742Z
UID:10001363-1665655200-1665655200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities \nMSCDD is a federally mandated body of advocates appointed by the Governor to promote a better quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities\, their families\, and their communities. Improvement in quality of life is accomplished through initiatives that promote advocacy\, capacity building\, and systems change. The current 25-member Council includes people with disabilities\, parents\, family member advocates\, and required governmental representatives from public and private organizations. Membership reflects the diversity of the state. \n\n\nMSCDD is funded by the U.S. Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The Mississippi Department of Mental Health serves as the Designated State Agency for administrative and fiscal support. \n\nThe MSCDD office is located on the 5th floor of the Robert E. Lee Building at 239 North Lamar Street in Jackson. Staff: Executive Director – Charles Hughes\, Jr.\, Program Coordinator – Christy Ashley\, Administrative Assistant – Comma McDuffey. Website – https://www.mscdd.org/
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-council-on-developmental-disabilities-3/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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