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SUMMARY:Special Education Boot Camp Horn Lake
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nYou don’t want to miss our upcoming Special Education Boot Camp in Horn Lake on Saturday\, March 2\, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the M. R. Dye Public Library. \nTopics will include: \n\nIndividuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)\nSkills for Effective Advocacy\nCommunication and Collaboration\nDispute resolution\n\nFor more information\, contact Leslie Junkin at leslie@mspti.org \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/special-education-boot-camp-horn-lake/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20231219T215356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T215356Z
UID:10001713-1709713800-1709830800@www.faams.org
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. \nRegister here>> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/wrap-wellness-recovery-action-plan-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20221110T165014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T210537Z
UID:10001171-1709812800-1709816400@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-28/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240302T202827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T202827Z
UID:10001777-1710230400-1710243000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health & Wellness Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health Association of South MS \nMental Health Association of South MS invites you to come out and learn more about resources in Mississippi and let your legislators know mental health is important. \nFor more information\, call 601-899-9058 or email info@msmentalhealth.org. \nRegister here>> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mental-health-wellness-day-at-the-capitol/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240111T235257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T232433Z
UID:10001722-1710331200-1710334800@www.faams.org
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-38/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240323
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20230509T205924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T205924Z
UID:10001552-1710720000-1711151999@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?\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\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-13/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240313T172803Z
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UID:10001782-1710849600-1710851400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Join us for - Promoting Meaningful Family Inclusion\, Involvement\, and Engagement!
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nWhy is it important to include\, involve\, and engage families? Building relationships based on mutual trust and two-way communication results in school and family partnerships that create strong academic and social/emotional support systems to foster success for all students. It also encourages and empowers families to be their own champions\, working toward goals that they have helped to develop based on their specific family strengths\, resources\, and needs. \nJoin us to learn why this is so important and how we can build and support these valuable partnerships! \nPresented by: Patty Gautier\, Family & Data Dissemination Coordinator\, REACH MS \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/join-us-for-promoting-meaningful-family-inclusion-involvement-and-engagement/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240220T182531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T182531Z
UID:10001771-1710855000-1710865800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Down Syndrome Advocacy Coalition \nJoin the Mississippi Down Syndrome Advocacy Coalition on March 19 for Down Syndrome Advocacy Day at the Mississippi State Capitol to engage with legislators\, share stories\, and discuss issues important to the Down syndrome community. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/down-syndrome-advocacy-day/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240313T171235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T171739Z
UID:10001781-1710928800-1710928800@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\, March 20\, 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.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/special-education-advisory-panel-meeting-notice-9/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240112T002218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T002239Z
UID:10001726-1711022400-1711026000@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-5/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240322T161233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T161233Z
UID:10001785-1711112400-1711112400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in congratulating our newest class of parent-peer support graduates. This is an excellent opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments and 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.\n\n\n \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-caregiver-peer-support-graduation-7/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240326T155816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T155952Z
UID:10001786-1711540800-1711544400@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-12/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240327T163959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T170713Z
UID:10001797-1712055600-1712059200@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-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20221110T211257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T193621Z
UID:10001173-1712232000-1712232000@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-29/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240321T175144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T175144Z
UID:10001784-1712233800-1712233800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Family Connections: Family-Led Crisis Planning
DESCRIPTION:National Federation of Families \nA family crisis can be especially difficult to navigate because it requires us to deal with many changes all at once\, and often without a plan.  During this session\, our presenter\, Nelva Ojeda\, will share how crisis plans are created and used\, discuss practical strategies\, and why it’s important that families lead the planning process. \nYou’ll also see how your voice as a parent or caregiver is instrumental in decision-making for your family. The experience may present an opportunity for positive change – whether it’s discovering and strengthening our problem-solving skills. It can also be the beginning of the family’s recovery. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/family-connections-family-led-crisis-planning/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240405T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240405T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240404T150133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T150133Z
UID:10001807-1712314800-1712318400@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-3/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240405T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240402T185137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T185137Z
UID:10001805-1712318400-1712323800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:A Taste of Cafés: No Rain\, No Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Be Strong Families \nOur Taste of Café series gives you a preview of Cafés—Be Strong Families’ internationally known\, structured\, small group conversations! Join us for a free session where you can take part in peer-to-peer conversations that facilitate transformation\, healing\, and strength within families. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/a-taste-of-cafes-no-rain-no-flowers/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240112T000310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T000444Z
UID:10001723-1712750400-1712754000@www.faams.org
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-39/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20231205T223416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T205830Z
UID:10001705-1712829600-1712829600@www.faams.org
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-5/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240405T163258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T163424Z
UID:10001809-1712833200-1712836800@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-10/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240412T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240402T184237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T184237Z
UID:10001804-1712923200-1712923200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Positively Impacting Addiction by Training and Empowering the Family
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSpeakers: Kayla Solomon & Dominique Simon-Levine \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/positively-impacting-addiction-by-training-and-empowering-the-family/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240412T142953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T142953Z
UID:10001811-1713261600-1713265200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mapping Dreams: Transition to Adulthood
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nThis training provides strategies for what parents and youth can do to help plan for the student’s transition from high school to adult employment\, postsecondary education or training\, and independent living. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mapping-dreams-transition-to-adulthood-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240405T162440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T162440Z
UID:10001808-1713348000-1713348000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services\n(MDRS) \nThe Special Education Advisory Panel will meet via Zoom on Wednesday\, April 17\, 2024\, at 10:00 a.m.. You may access the meeting either 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-5/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240328T174001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T174001Z
UID:10001799-1713358800-1713364200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:“Welcome the Father”: Strengthening Father Inclusive Practices
DESCRIPTION:National Federation of Families \nToday’s communities\, families\, and children have as much potential and promise as ever\, yet it seems this potential is often thwarted or unrealized. Relatedly\, family service providers face a host of challenges that seem to lie beyond the reach of the approaches\, methods\, and structures we have enlisted to date. This session will discuss the large-scale change to child and family well-being approaches that will require a shift from antiquated models that remain focused on the intervention for individuals to more comprehensive coordination. This necessary shift toward father-inclusive approaches will be expressed\, mainly through existing efforts in the Commonwealth of Kentucky to address and increase the protective factors of positive fatherhood engagement. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/welcome-the-father-strengthening-father-inclusive-practices/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T090000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20230621T205042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T205042Z
UID:10001274-1713430800-1713430800@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/991db1c4-6b2f-4279-be01-e239b53d8c90 \n\nMeeting Location\n\nDepartment of Mental Health\n239 N. Lamar St. 10th Floor Robert E. Lee Bldg.\nJackson MS 39201 \nContact Information\nGrenaye Sullivan 601-359-6260\ngrenaye.sullivan@dmh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/board-of-mental-health-meeting-21/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240412T142050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T142550Z
UID:10001810-1713436200-1713439800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Tips for Effective IEP Meetings: Before\, During and After
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nIt is difficult to remember everything you need to know for an IEP meeting. \nJoin the Mississippi Parent Training And Information Center and learn 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-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240112T001902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T001902Z
UID:10001727-1713441600-1713445200@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-4/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240402T154237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T154237Z
UID:10001800-1713452400-1713456000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:The Family Room with Sue Badeau
DESCRIPTION: National Family Support Technical Assistance Center \nA Family Room is often defined as an “informal gathering place for all family members” or “a comfortable space.” We hope you find that here. \nParents\, caregivers\, and family members asked us for an interactive meeting to discuss issues and challenges within their families\, feelings of isolation\, and desire for more connection and resources. They also wanted a space to “dig deeper” on topics. \nThe “Family Room” is that space where parents\, caregivers\, and family members actively engage in an interactive discussion with one another\, ask questions\, and also share their solutions in an informal setting. \nNFSTAC’s Family Room is back on April 18th from 4:00 to 5:00 PM EDT (3:00 pm – 4:00 PM CDT). Sue Badeau\, an author\, trainer\, speaker\, and family peer expert with lived experience as the parent of 22 children\, will host the series. \nLast month’s attendees suggested our April conversation starter\, so Sue will discuss how we can support career development for our young adults. From there\, the rest of the discussion is up to everyone in the meeting. We invite you to turn on your cameras and participate to maximize engagement. Registration is limited to ensure a more personalized experience. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-family-room-with-sue-badeau-2/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240307T184936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T184936Z
UID:10001780-1713461400-1713468600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Join us April 18th for Spring Fling!
DESCRIPTION:Operation Shoestring \nOn behalf of everyone at Operation Shoestring\, they would like to invite you to their annual Spring Fling this April 18th! Come out and enjoy yourself as they celebrate all the successes of their Shoestring students\, partners\, families\, and community. There will be snacks\, live music\, and a cash bar from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Duling Hall. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/join-us-april-18th-for-spring-fling/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190730
CREATED:20240118T202328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T212232Z
UID:10001733-1713465000-1713468600@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-12/
CATEGORIES:Families as Allies meeting
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