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SUMMARY:Records and Record Keeping
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent and Training Information Center  \nWhat records are important? What is FERPA? How do I request copies of my child’s records? How do I stay organized? How long should it take to get the copies I requested? These are five commonly asked questions when parents get ready to attend IEP meetings. This presentation will provide answers and links to other resources. \nPresented by: Leslie Junkin\, Project Director\, MSPTI \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/records-and-record-keeping-3/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211115T144517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T144716Z
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SUMMARY:Families Aging with Mental Health and Substance Use
DESCRIPTION:The National Family Support Technical Assistance Center of Excellence\n\n\nJoin us for a rich presentation and discussion with a national expert in aging and a parent/caregiver expert on families with the lived experience caring for an older adult who struggles with mental illness. \nThis webinar will focus on understanding the unique needs of this vulnerable population\, the needs of their caregivers\, and the concerns and challenges they face. Our goal is to provide valuable information\, resources and tools to both caregivers and support professionals that will help ensure older adults with mental health needs live full lives with the best outcomes possible. \nThis free event is made possible through SAMHSA funding\, which requires data collection and reporting. The questions included in our registration form are a requirement of our funding. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/families-aging-with-mental-health-and-substance-use/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211130T151109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T192445Z
UID:10001002-1638446400-1638446400@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. \nJoin here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-4/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211130T152947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T232748Z
UID:10001003-1638457200-1638464400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Getting Candid: Youth Mental Wellbeing Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Youth Ambassadors\, the Youth Mental Wellbeing Q&A aims to provide youth and youth-serving providers with access to board-certified psychiatrists to get accurate\, science-based information about youth substance use and mental health. Visit bit.ly/GettingCandid to submit your anonymous questions about alcohol and other drug use\, and youth mental wellbeing. Your questions will be answered by Dr. Mark Edelstein and Dr. Kimberly Gordon-Achebe in a live event on December 2\, 4:00-4:45pm EST.\n\n\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/getting-candid-youth-mental-wellbeing-qa/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211129T183718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T172753Z
UID:10001001-1638957600-1638957600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:The Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting Notice
DESCRIPTION:The Special Education Advisory Panel  \nThe Panel will hear public comments at 10:15 a.m. Written comments may be submitted to Dr. Armerita Tell\, Mississippi Department of Education\, P.O. Box 771\, Jackson\, Mississippi 39205-0771; email: atell@mdek12.org; or call the Parent Hotline Number: 1-877-544-0408.  For more information\, or if you need accommodations due to a disability\, contact Dr. Armerita Tell at 601-359-3498. \nYou may access the meeting either online or by phone.  Join Zoom Meeting Online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89185899924?pwd=TERlQ1YwODNUMDN0cW9pVGtVUjNCUT09 \nMeeting ID: 891 8589 9924\nPasscode: SEAP\nJoin Zoom Meeting by Phone:  Dial by your location  +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)  +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\nMeeting ID: 891 8589 9924 Passcode: 344571 \nJoin here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-special-education-advisory-panel-meeting-notice/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211130T232537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T153434Z
UID:10001005-1638964800-1638964800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:The Impact of CCBHCs: How the CCBHC Model is Transforming Patient Care and Staff Training
DESCRIPTION:Relias and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\n\nSince 2017\, the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) demonstration program has significantly improved access to quality mental health and addiction care in community-based settings. Today\, there are more than 430 CCBHCs operating in 40 states plus Washington\, D.C. and Guam.\nWith a growing number of states moving to implement the model – similar to other value-based or alternative payment models – independently via state plan amendment or Medicaid waiver\, how can clinics seize the opportunity to leverage CCBHC status and funding to enhance staff training and clinical operations.Learning objectives:\n• Why states are turning to the CCBHC model as the ‘gold standard of delivery system transformation.\n• Opportunities the CCBHC model presents for clinics – and highlights on how the eight original demonstration states have transformed behavioral health systems.\n• How clinics can improve staff training on the required CCBHC certification criteria\, including trauma-informed care\, medication-assisted treatment (MAT)\, substance-use disorder\, and crisis prevention. \n\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-impact-of-ccbhcs-how-the-ccbhc-model-is-transforming-patient-care-and-staff-training/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211130T154505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T153414Z
UID:10001004-1639053000-1639053000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Getting Candid: Framing the Conversation around Youth Substance Use Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Sixty-eight percent of youth surveyed in a national assessment identified health care providers as the most trusted messengers for conversations on substance use prevention – highlighting a provider’s critical role in preventing substance use. Yet\, engaging young people in conversations related to health behaviors\, especially substance use\, can be challenging\, even for trained professionals. \nThis webinar will review findings from the National Council’s Youth Substance Use & Message Development During COVID-19 initiative to prepare providers to deliver youth substance use prevention messages. \nAttendees will learn how to:\n• Identify the impact of COVID-19 on youth mental wellbeing and substance use.\n• Recognize the discrepancies in perceptions of youth versus adult provider of impactful prevention communication.\n• Build rapport and trust with youth in delivering messages and discussing health related behaviors.\n• Frame conversations and deliver impactful substance use prevention messages to youth. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/getting-candid-framing-the-conversation-around-youth-substance-use-prevention/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211203T164541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T193521Z
UID:10001007-1639076400-1639080000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Vaccines for School-Aged Children: What Parents and Families Should Know
DESCRIPTION:NAFSCE and the U.S. Department of Education\n\n\nDuring this time of thanksgiving\, we are so grateful that the large majority of schools are fully opened for in-school experiences. As yet another step in providing a safe in-school experience for students\, children ages 5 to 11 are now eligible to receive vaccinations specifically formulated for young children. With that in mind\, it is the goal of NAFSCE and the U.S. Department of Ed provide parents and practitioners with the latest research and information so parents are able to make the best decision they can around vaccinating their children. This webinar is a unique opportunity for parents and family engagement practitioners to ask questions\, share their ideas and concerns\, and to get their questions answered. \nPlease join NAFSCE and the U.S. Department of Education on December 9 at 8:00pm\, ET for an informational webinar following the official approval of the Pfizer-BioNTech age 5-11 vaccine. During the webinar\, panelists including United States Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten\, along with representatives from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Academy of Pediatrics\, will join NAFSCE Executive Director\, Vito Borrello for a series of presentations and constructive conversation to support parents and families as they consider the COVID-19 vaccine for their child(ren). \n● How was the vaccine developed?\n● How many children participated in the study for approval?\n● Will my child(ren) be safe taking the vaccine?\n● What are the side effects?\n● Should my child(ren) get the vaccine?\n● Where can I take my child to get the vaccine? \nParents are invited to submit questions about the vaccine on the registration form. Pre-submitted questions will help plan the content of the session. Time will also be reserved for live questions and answers at the end of the event. \n\n\n\nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/covid-19-vaccines-for-school-aged-children-what-parents-and-families-should-know/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211207T190221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T004427Z
UID:10001009-1639141200-1639141200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Division of Medicaid - Medical Care Advisory Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Division of Medicaid \nThe Medical Care Advisory Committee is mandated in federal law to advise the Division of Medicaid. By law\, the committee must include Board-certified physicians and other representatives of the health professions who are familiar with the medical needs of low-income population groups; members of consumers’ groups\, including Medicaid beneficiaries\, and consumer organizations\, and the director of the public welfare department or the public health department. The committee will meet December 10\, 2021 – 1:00 PM at the Woolfolk Building – Conference Room 145 501 North West Street\, Jackson\, MS 39201. \n\nSee meeting agenda here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/medical-care-advisory-committee-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211207T193039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T193215Z
UID:10001013-1639569600-1639569600@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 third Wednesday of the month at 12 noon. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group.\n\nJoin here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-12/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211208T174333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T174333Z
UID:10001304-1639573200-1639576800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Event: Grand Connections: A New Program to Support Grandparents Caring for Grandchildren Under 5
DESCRIPTION:ZERO TO THREE \nIn the absence of accessible and affordable options for working families\, grandparents have increasingly become the cornerstone of early child care in the U.S. One out of four children under 5 years old is cared for by a grandparent while a parent works or goes to school. The number of multigenerational families (three or more generations living in the same household) is up. The number of families in which grandparents are raising grandchildren has jumped up as well. \nJoin ZERO TO THREE for this webinar describing the joys and challenges of grandparents caring for young grandchildren and learn about the new\, one-of-a-kind curriculum we’ve designed to meet grandparents’ needs. Seven 90-minute workshops provide a chance for grandparents to connect and learn from each other\, explore the latest child-rearing advice\, and develop strategies for collaborating with their adult children on child care. Each workshop also includes a 30-minute picture book and activity grandparents and grandchildren can enjoy together. \nLearners will be able to: \n\nDescribe the needs of grandparents caring for grandchildren under 5.\nInspect the Grand Connections workshop materials designed to meet grandparents’ needs.\nJustify the time/staffing/funding needed to run a Grand Connections program at their site.\n\nRegister here >> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-event-grand-connections-a-new-program-to-support-grandparents-caring-for-grandchildren-under-5/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T090000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211207T191236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T195556Z
UID:10001011-1639645200-1639645200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Board of Mental Health Meeting
DESCRIPTION:State Agency: Department of Mental Health\n\nBoard Committee meetings will be held prior to the Board meeting.  The full Board will begin at 9 a.m.\n\n\nMEETING LOCATION-in person\nDepartment of Mental Health 239 N. Lamar Street\nJackson MS 39201 \nCONTACT INFORMATION\nGrenaye Sullivan 6013596260\ngrenaye.sullivan@dmh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/board-of-mental-health-meeting-5/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211207T201107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T152950Z
UID:10001301-1639648800-1639648800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:The Mississippi State Board of Education Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi State Board of Education\n\n\n\nMississippi State Board of Education meeting can be viewed via live stream. \n\n\nDate: 10 a.m.\, December 16\, 2021 \nLocation: Central High School Building\, 359 N. West St.\, Jackson\, MS\, 4th floor Board Room \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-mississippi-state-board-of-education-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Central High School\, Location: Central High School Building\, 359 N. West St.\, Jackson\, MS\, 4th floor Board Room\, Jackson\, MS
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211207T202828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T203103Z
UID:10001302-1639656000-1639656000@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. \nJoin here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-3/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211215T153936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211215T153936Z
UID:10001325-1640001600-1640005200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Positive Solutions for Families of Young Children with Challenging Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nHas life with your young child become filled with conflict and confusion? Does it seem as if the simplest activity can quickly turn into disaster when your child’s behavior is out of control? You are not alone! \nMany\, if not most\, parents find themselves struggling with behavior at some point. The good news is that there are evidence based\, effective strategies (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports -PBIS) that you can use to create POSITIVE and LASTING solutions for your family. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/positive-solutions-for-families-of-young-children-with-challenging-behaviors/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211207T203514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211227T202312Z
UID:10001303-1641470400-1641470400@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. \nJoin here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-5/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220113
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20220105T224915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T224915Z
UID:10001329-1641772800-1642031999@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Free Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP®) Seminar I
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Mental Health Association of South Mississippi \nThe course is for anyone who wants to learn about WRAP® and begin to incorporate it into their life to improve personal wellness and achieve an improved quality of life. Interactive workshop. Through participation\, people can identify tools and action plans to counter the negative effects of life challenges and improve responses to disturbing thoughts and feelings to achieve improved states of wellness. \nTwo locations to choose from: \nJanuary 10 – 11 at Hinds Behavioral Health System\, 8am – 5pm both days.\nJanuary 11 – 12 at North MS State Hospital\, 8am – 5pm both days. \nAccess the registration file (PDF).
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/free-wellness-recovery-action-plan-wrap-seminar-i/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20220104T230126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T230126Z
UID:10001328-1641983400-1641985200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \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 for part one in a series that will help you understand how to navigate this journey. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/navigating-the-iep-part-1/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211213T171242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T220431Z
UID:10001318-1641988800-1641988800@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 pm. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group.\n\nJoin here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-13/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220114T143000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211215T152302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211215T152528Z
UID:10001324-1642165200-1642170600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:School-Based Suicide Prevention
DESCRIPTION:National Institute of Mental Health \nThis webinar – hosted by the National Institute of Mental Health – will provide an opportunity for diverse stakeholders\, including school administrators\, researchers\, practitioners\, policy makers and funders\, to learn about new and innovative practices in school-based suicide prevention\, with a particular focus on risk identification\, follow up\, and referral for additional services for high-risk youth. In addition to describing the programs\, presenters will also discuss preliminary research efforts and/or challenges\, as well as ways to overcome common barriers to implementing suicide prevention in schools\, including data collection and evaluation. \nThe workshop is free to attend and will be viewable via zoom webinar. \nRegister here >> \n  \nPresenters\nNIMH \nLynsay Ayer\, PhD\, Suicide Prevention Program Consultant \nBelinda Sims\, PhD\, Training Director of Division of Services and Intervention Research \nBaltimore City Public Schools \nStacey Davis\, MS\, Coordinator of Media and Instructional Technology \nHolly Wilcox\, PhD\, Associate Professor\, Department of Mental Health\, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health \nAkil Hamm\, Chief of Police\, Baltimore City Public Schools \nDetroit City and Washtenaw County\, MI Public Schools \nNatalie Rodriguez-Quintana\, PhD\, Research Fellow \nJill Paladino\, MPH\, Program Lead \nRobin Jacob\, PhD\, Associate Research Professor\, School of Education\, University of Michigan \nBoston Public Schools \nShella Dennery\, PhD\, Director\, Boston Children’s Neighborhood Partnerships Program \nAndria Amador\, EdD\, Senior Director of Behavioral Health Services \nPresenter Biographies \nWho Should Attend\nResearchers\, mental health clinicians and practitioners\, school administrators\, and members of the public interested in school-based suicide prevention.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/school-based-suicide-prevention/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220118T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20220110T164641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T164641Z
UID:10001330-1642507200-1642509000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Educational Options: What’s Available in Mississippi?
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nEducational choices available to families are growing in Mississippi. Join us for this session. We will discuss the educational options available to families. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/educational-options-whats-available-in-mississippi/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20220110T165038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T165038Z
UID:10001331-1642590000-1642591800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act: After High School
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nIDEA or 504 services in high school do not guarantee eligibility for accommodations in post-secondary education. Join us and learn how to be prepared for the next phase of education. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/section-504-and-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-after-high-school-3/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211213T144641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T153156Z
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SUMMARY:The Mississippi State Board of Education Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi State Board of Education\n\n\n\nMississippi State Board of Education meetings can be viewed via live stream. \n\n\nDate: 10 a.m.\, January 20\, 2022 \nLocation: Central High School Building\, 359 N. West St.\, Jackson\, MS\, 4th floor Board Room \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-mississippi-state-board-of-education-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Central High School\, Location: Central High School Building\, 359 N. West St.\, Jackson\, MS\, 4th floor Board Room\, Jackson\, MS
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211213T163555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T163704Z
UID:10001311-1642680000-1642680000@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. \nJoin here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-4/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211214T231717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T231717Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Peer Support Conversation for Anyone working with Parent Peer Supporters
DESCRIPTION:This conversation is for anyone working with parents providing peer support to other parents in any system\, such as Children’s Services Directors\, MAP Team Coordinators\, Care Coordinators and Center Directors. We will share an overview of Families as Allies’ parent peer support training curriculum and ongoing support and training. We want to hear your feedback on how we’re doing from your perspective and how we can be most supportive to you. We will also discuss issues in parent peer support\, including how to pay for it\, what should be included in job descriptions and how to address questions that may arise.\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-peer-support-conversation-for-anyone-working-with-parent-peer-supporters/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20220118T151654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T164913Z
UID:10001339-1642703400-1642707000@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\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/families-as-allies-board-quarterly-board-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Families as Allies meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220124T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211221T195108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T195108Z
UID:10001326-1643045400-1643045400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:8th Annual Virtual Community Partnership Celebration and Open House
DESCRIPTION:Families as Allies have touched the lives of many children and families over the past year because of your generous support. This year we’re combining our Annual Community Partnership with our Annual Open House into one virtual event. \nTickets are free\, and sponsorships are available! \nRegister here >> \nIf you or your organization would like to become a sponsor you can do so by clicking here or by contacting Joy Hogge at 601-355-0915 or emailing her at jhogge@faams.org.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/8th-annual-virtual-community-partnership-celebration-and-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20220124T195158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T195248Z
UID:10001346-1643198400-1643198400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Leadership 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. \nMeetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of every month at 12 noon. \nLeadership training graduates are strongly encouraged to attend\, but the meetings are open to anyone who is interested in learning more about policy. \nJanuary’s meeting will focus on how to look up and read proposed bills\, as well as some bills that might be of particular interest to families. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/leadership-and-policy-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220128T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20220118T153418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T153418Z
UID:10001340-1643360400-1643378400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Teen Dating Violence Awareness Summit: Operation Fearless
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence \nTeen dating violence is a problem of epidemic proportions that has plagued our nation for decades. Thousands and even millions of teens around the country\, both boys and girls\, are abused in one way or another every year. \nTeens often think some behaviors\, like teasing and name-calling\, are a “normal” part of a relationship\, but these behaviors can become abusive and develop into serious forms of violence. Many teens do not report unhealthy behaviors because they are afraid to tell family and friends. Nearly 1 in 11 female and approximately 1 in 14 male high school students report having experienced physical dating violence in the last year. About 1 in 8 female and 1 in 26 male high school students report having experienced sexual dating violence in the last year. (CDC\, 2021). \nBullying often leads to suicidal tendencies among children and youth. It leads to psychological disorders related to depression\, violent behavior\, and drug abuse. Students reporting frequent bullying by others are at a high risk of suicidal behavior. Victims of bullying by peers are 2.2 times more likely to develop a suicidal tendency. These students are 2.6 times more likely to commit suicide as compared to the normal students. \nWhile the numbers surrounding these unfortunate anomalies are troubling\, there is reason for hope. Join MCADV for the 3rd Annual Virtual Teen Dating Violence Awareness Summit as we host phenomenal speakers who will inform\, empower\, inspire\, educate\, engage and aid teens in their quest in becoming a FEARLESS HERO! \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/3rd-annual-teen-dating-violence-awareness-summit-operation-fearless/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220128T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T061537
CREATED:20211214T232136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220119T000853Z
UID:10001323-1643364000-1643364000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Peer Support Conversation for Anyone working with Parent Peer Supporters
DESCRIPTION:This conversation is for anyone working with parents providing peer support to other parents in any system\, such as Children’s Services Directors\, MAP Team Coordinators\, Care Coordinators and Center Directors. We will share an overview of Families as Allies’ parent peer support training curriculum and ongoing support and training. We want to hear your feedback on how we’re doing from your perspective and how we can be most supportive to you. We will also discuss issues in parent peer support\, including how to pay for it\, what should be included in job descriptions and how to address questions that may arise.\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-peer-support-conversation-for-anyone-working-with-parent-peer-supporters-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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