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SUMMARY:How do I get Through This? A Brief Guide to Grief for Teenagers
DESCRIPTION:National Training & Technical Assistance Center  \nWhile the experience of grief is universal\, we all go through the process of grief and healing in our own unique way. \nLosing someone you love or care about is painful\, and grief is a normal\, natural response to loss. \nApproximately 6 million U.S. children will experience the death of a parent or sibling by the time they are 18\, and 1 in 7 Americans lose a parent or sibling before the age of 20. \nRead more here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/how-do-i-get-through-this-a-brief-guide-to-grief-for-teenagers/
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
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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-26/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240115
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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?\n\nThen being a parent peer supporter may be for you! \n\n\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.\n\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.\nUpcoming training:\n\nJanuary 8-14\, 2024 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: December 4\, 2023)\nMarch 18-22\, 2024 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: February 16\, 2024)\nMay 13-17\, 2024 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: April 12\, 2024)\n\n\nClick here for the application packet. \n\n\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.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/peer-support-training-12/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20231219T212702Z
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SUMMARY:WRAP Wellness Recovery Action Plan
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health Association of South Mississippi \nJoin the Mental Health Association of South Mississippi for a FREE two-day retreat to work on your self-care! \nEnjoy these simple\, safe\, and free ways to get and stay well in a mutual learning group environment. Coping skills\, stress reduction\, self-care\, burnout avoidance. These skills are useful in many situations\, such as illness maintenance\, relationships\, conflict resolution\, work\, daily living\, and crisis situations. \n12 CEUs available for DMH disciplines. \nContact kdaneault@msmentalhealth.org for questions. \nChoose your dates:  January 10-11 or March 6/7. \nRegister here>> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/wrap-wellness-recovery-action-plan/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240109T232415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T232415Z
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SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parent 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 at noon on the second Wednesday of the month. 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-36/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T100000
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CREATED:20231205T222855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T223349Z
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SUMMARY:Council on Developmental Disabilities Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities \nSCDD 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. \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. \nClick here for notice information. \nMEETING LOCATION\nLake Terrace Convention Center\n1 Convention Center Plaza\nHattiesburg MS 39401 \nCONTACT INFORMATION\nToya Bolden\n601-359-6238\nToya.bolden@dmh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/council-on-developmental-disabilities-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
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UID:10001715-1704970800-1704974400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:6 Core Principals of IDEA
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project  \nThis presentation will cover the six foundational principles of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)\, a federal law that gives eligible children with disabilities rights to the specially designed instruction and individualized services and supports they need to benefit from public education. Participants will learn about evaluation\, FAPE\, IEP\, LRE\, parent and student participation\, and procedural safeguards. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/6-core-principals-of-idea/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20230110T212828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T165828Z
UID:10001492-1705064400-1705064400@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-2/
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240111T225647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T225647Z
UID:10001719-1705402800-1705406400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training And Information Center Project  \nAs a parent\, the IEP process can often seem like a maze. There are so many parts to the process it’s often overwhelming. Join us to learn how to navigate this journey. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/navigating-the-iep-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
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UID:10001730-1705485600-1705485600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting Notice
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services \n(MDRS) \nThe Special Education Advisory Panel will meet on Wednesday\, January 17\, 2024\, at 10:00 a.m. via Zoom. You may access the meeting online or by phone. \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 location17\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \nOne tap Mobile\n+13092053325\,\,83452343575#\,\,\,\,*184280# \nMeeting ID: 834 5234 3575\nPasscode: 184280 \nThe Panel will hear public comments at 10:15 a.m. \nWritten comments may be submitted to: \nSharon Strong Coon\nMississippi Department of Education\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.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/special-education-advisory-panel-meeting-notice-6/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240118T233000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240111T231649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T231649Z
UID:10001720-1705575600-1705620600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Records: What to Keep and How to Organize
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training And Information Center Project \nWhat do I do with all these papers? Join us for tips on what to keep and ideas for organizing your child’s special education records. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/special-education-records-what-to-keep-and-how-to-organize/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20231205T221909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T211425Z
UID:10001703-1705579200-1705579200@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-2/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240118T201504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T201831Z
UID:10001732-1705602600-1705606200@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-11/
CATEGORIES:Families as Allies meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20231214T160035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T160035Z
UID:10001711-1705656600-1705667400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Boot Camp Gulfport
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nYou don’t want to miss our upcoming Special Education Boot Camp in Gulfport\, Mississippi on Friday\, January 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Harrison County Advocacy Center. \nTopics will include: \n\nadvocacy\ncommunication/documentation\nconflict resolution\nIEPs.\n\nRegistration is not required but is preferred so we’ll know how many to plan for. \nFor more information\, contact Leslie Junkin at leslie@mspti.org or Jeannie Herrin at jeannie.herrin@co.harrison.ms.us or call (228) 241-1837. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/special-education-boot-camp-gulfport-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T090000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20231205T230059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T230059Z
UID:10001706-1706000400-1706000400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Autism Advisory Committe
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. \nMEETING LOCATION\n9th-floor conference room\nRobert E Lee Building 239 N. Lamar Street\nJackson MS 39201 \nCONTACT INFORMATION\nPamela Harkins\n601-359-5777\npamela.harkins@dmh.ms.gov \nClick here for notice details.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-autism-advisory-committe/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240118T200829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T201125Z
UID:10001731-1706007600-1706011200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Steps for Success: Making IEP Meetings Work
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nDo you often leave your child’s IEP meeting feeling as if your concerns were not heard or addressed and that nothing has changed? You may be missing one of the steps covered in this training. Join us to learn how to avoid some of the most common hurdles and have more productive IEP meetings and better outcomes for your child. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/steps-for-success-making-iep-meetings-work-9/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20231026T035728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T035728Z
UID:10001680-1706097600-1706101200@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-14/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240118T203311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T203441Z
UID:10001737-1706182200-1706185800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Power of a Personal Story
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nSystems change is about improving access to services and support for children with disabilities and their families. This training was developed to help parents become “system change agents” to achieve this goal. Parents will learn what advocacy is\, why changing systems is important\, and how to use the power of their personal story to create change. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/power-of-a-personal-story/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20231114T222304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T011228Z
UID:10001693-1706547600-1706558400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:TENTH ANNUAL FAMILIES AS ALLIES COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CELEBRATION
DESCRIPTION:Families As Allies  \n\nPlease join us at Bravo Italian Restaurant and Bar on Monday\, January 29\, 2024\, from 5:00 to 8:00 for our Tenth Annual Community Partnership Celebration to celebrate the work we do together and make sure that it continues. We hope all of you can join us\, but if you cannot\, please consider donating. \n  \n\nMonday\, January 29\, 2024\n5:00 to 8:00 PM \nBravo! Italian Restaurant\n\nTickets are $50.00 each\, and sponsorships are available. \n\n\nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/tenth-annual-families-as-allies-community-partnership-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240124T145549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T145710Z
UID:10001740-1706612400-1706616000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Section 504: Students with Special Healthcare Needs
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \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 several important ways. This presentation will give parents information to help them understand the law and what it means to their child or youth with special healthcare needs. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/section-504-students-with-special-healthcare-needs/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240127T022841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T022845Z
UID:10001743-1706702400-1706704200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Promoting Positive Behavior in Your Child
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nEffective discipline is essential to raising children who behave well with peers and adults\, demonstrate self-control\, and choose to avoid risky behaviors. Join us as we discuss PRACTICAL\, POSITIVE\, and PROACTIVE ways to achieve this with your child and ways to support them in learning to maintain these critical skills for the rest of their lives. \nPresented by: Patty Gautier\, Family\, Data & Dissemination Coordinator\, REACH MS \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/promoting-positive-behavior-in-your-child-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240124T003119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T154847Z
UID:10001739-1706702400-1706706000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Families as Allies Live
DESCRIPTION:Whenever a month happens to have a fifth Wednesday\, the Families as Allies group gathers for a live session on both Facebook and YouTube. During this session\, we discuss current developments and address any inquiries you might have. We invite you to be a part of this informative session\, where we’ll be sharing updates on recent happenings and discussing our upcoming strategies. \nFamilies as Allies is a collective effort that involves each and every one of us. Your input and thoughts are invaluable to us as we aim to progress collaboratively. We eagerly await your participation and the opportunity to explore how we can advance together. \nJoin us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/306388481799434\nJoin us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29iUoeGZBhU
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/families-as-allies-live-5/
CATEGORIES:Families as Allies meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240127T020107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T020534Z
UID:10001741-1706785200-1706788800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Procedural Safeguards
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nProcedural safeguards may seem like a dry topic\, with long explanations and terms that are confusing or hard to understand for your family. Why are procedural safeguards important\, and how will they help your child? Procedural safeguards are the rights that protect you. When you know your rights\, you can be an equal participant in your child’s educational process and know what to do when something isn’t working. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/procedural-safeguards-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20221110T161853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T193457Z
UID:10001169-1706788800-1706788800@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-27/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240203T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240203T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20231128T190513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T155247Z
UID:10001698-1706918400-1706918400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual Teen Summit Love Like That
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi State Department of Health  \nMark your calendar for MCADV’s 5th Annual Teen Summit\, “Love Like That\,” on February 3\, 2024. \nThis project is funded in whole or in part through support from Award #SG-2243-R3\, awarded to the Mississippi State Department of Health by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\, Administration for Children and Families. 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/5th-annual-teen-summit-love-like-that/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240206T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240103T181010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T205717Z
UID:10001714-1707210000-1707226200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:2024 Early Childhood Capitol Day
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Early Learning Alliance \nJoin the Mississippi Early Learning Alliance as they host their annual Early Childhood Capitol Day on February 6\, 2024. \nEnjoy a networking breakfast and hear legislative panelists discuss early childhood education and early intervention\, 2024 policy updates\, and the importance of strengthening the childcare workforce through increased teacher wages. This event will be at the Walter Sillers Building near the Capitol beginning at 9:00 a.m. For those unable to attend in person\,  information will be sent about upcoming webinars sharing the Capitol’s legislative agenda and how you can use your voice virtually. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/save-the-date-2023-capitol-day/
CATEGORIES:Event
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240206T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240130T231145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T214238Z
UID:10001745-1707213600-1707215400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Early Intervention: Written State Complaints
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nYou have important rights if your child receives First Steps Early Intervention services. If you disagree about whether the requirements of Part C of the IDEA are being followed\, there’s a formal process to follow. Under Part C of the IDEA\, you can file a written state complaint when you want the state lead agency to investigate if the IDEA has been followed. This process is in place to ensure that your child receives the services they need and deserve \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/early-intervention-written-state-complaints-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240206T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240131T213939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T214106Z
UID:10001746-1707217200-1707219000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Transition Exit Summary of Performance:  What is It?
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nIDEA 2004 mandates that students with an IEP complete an exit Summary of Performance (SOP) at the end of high school. Join us and learn what it is and how it’s used. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/transition-exit-summary-of-performance-what-is-it-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240213T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240207T033800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T033800Z
UID:10001751-1707820200-1707822000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Early Intervention: Mediation
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nMediation is a voluntary process under Part C of the IDEA that brings people together to resolve disagreements. This session will provide information and resources to guide families through this process. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/early-intervention-mediation-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240213T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124722
CREATED:20240208T190018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T190018Z
UID:10001754-1707840000-1707845400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Office Hour
DESCRIPTION:National Federation of Families \nJoin the National Federation of Families this month to hear about how MIKID shares person-centered resources and highlights families’ natural supports to build strengths-based relationships between family peers and the families with whom they work and within families. Gain strategies to apply now! \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/office-hour/
CATEGORIES:Event
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