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SUMMARY:Mississippi Suicide Prevention Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi States Department of Psychology and the Mississippi Department of Mental Health are co-hosting the Fourth Annual Suicide Prevention Symposium on Sept. 29. \nWith the theme “Fitting Suicide Prevention into Our Changing Time\,” the 11 a.m.-5 p.m. virtual training is designed for parents\, caregivers\, educators\, psychologists\, licensed professional counselors\, social workers\, nurses\, and mental health professionals. Conference registration is free to all and can be completed online at www.MississippiSuicidePreventionSymposium.com.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-suicide-prevention-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
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SUMMARY:MDE Special Education Advisory Panel
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVISORY PANEL MEETING NOTICE \nThe Special Education Advisory Panel will meet on Wednesday\, September 30\, 2020\, at 10:00 a.m. via Zoom. You may access the meeting either online or by phone. \nTo join the meeting online\, link to:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89185899924?pwd=TERlQ1YwODNUMDN0cW9pVGtVUjNCUT09 \nMeeting ID: 891 8589 9924\nPassword: SEAPTo join by phone\, dial: 1-312-626-6799\nMeeting ID: 891 8589 9924\nPassword: 344571\n\n\nThe Panel will hear public comments at 10:15 a.m. \nWritten 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. \nFor more information\, or if you need accommodations due to a disability\, contact Dr. Armerita Tell at 601-359-3498.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mde-special-education-advisory-panel/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200930T130000
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SUMMARY:Facebook Live - 9/30/20
DESCRIPTION:This Sept 30 at noon\, we’ll do a FB Live to share what’s going on at Families as Allies and also get everyone’s ideas about Families as Allies and how we can all work together to make things better for our children. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/faams.org/
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/facebook-live-9-30-20/
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201001T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200921T213833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T000313Z
UID:10000982-1601553600-1601557200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Family Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to any parent or caregiver raising a child. There’s no specific agenda—we’re just here to check in with each other\, discuss problems and concerns and support one another through this emotional time. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwucu-hpzwoH90yvatte1Sx7TBXCkjBUYeH \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-family-support-meeting-14/
CATEGORIES:Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201002T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200925T174537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T174537Z
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SUMMARY:Status Conference in U.S. v Mississippi Mental Health Lawsuit
DESCRIPTION:Judge Carlton Reeves issued the order below on September 22. \n“The status conference scheduled in this case for October 2\, 2020\, at 9:00 A.M. will be conducted by videoconference. Members of the public may listen in by dialing 877-336-1829 and entering passcode 3608939#.” \nThis case has important implications for Mississippi’s Mental Health System. Listening to the conference is an opportunity to learn more about the case and its progress.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/status-conference-in-u-s-v-mississippi-mental-health-lawsuit/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200921T214035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T214035Z
UID:10000984-1602158400-1602162000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Family Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to any parent or caregiver raising a child. There’s no specific agenda—we’re just here to check in with each other\, discuss problems and concerns and support one another through this emotional time. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqceqqqzMjHN23tE5uo8z7aqlJuV4tfLJi \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-family-support-meeting-15/
CATEGORIES:Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201014T225218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T000822Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi State Personnel Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi State Personnel Board is holding its monthly meeting on Thursday\, October 15\, 2020. The board is expected to discuss the hiring of the coordinator of mental health accessibility. \nAnyone who would like to listen to the meeting can call in by using this number:\n301-715-8592\, and use Meeting ID 995 2932 4089.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-state-personnel-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200925T134416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201005T141650Z
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SUMMARY:Learning at Home: Antecedents and Triggers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Brittany Herrington\, PhD\, Early Learning and SCD Specialist\, REACH MS \nDuring this month’s meeting\, we will discuss what antecedents to behavior are. Participants will be given a walk through on how to identify triggers to negative emotions and inappropriate behavior\, tips on ways to prevent these antecedents/triggers\, and ways to calm when prevention wasn’t obtainable. There will be opportunities for questions and discussion. \nOctober 15\, 2020\, 12:00pm – 1:00pm\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nPresented by MSPTI (Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center) and REACH MS.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/learning-at-home-antecedents-and-triggers/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200921T214146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T214215Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Family Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to any parent or caregiver raising a child. There’s no specific agenda—we’re just here to check in with each other\, discuss problems and concerns and support one another through this emotional time. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsde-pqDMvGNCQ7nhva8MS6YRdhSA4TH-u \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-family-support-meeting-16/
CATEGORIES:Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201019T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201014T230634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T230854Z
UID:10000826-1603108800-1603110600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:MSPTI Parent Advisory Council: What's That?
DESCRIPTION:MSPTI is creating a statewide parent advisory council. The council will allow parents the opportunity to share what works\, what doesn’t work and what changes they would like to see. The council will provide the opportunity for parents to come together and start learning about programs\, resources and services for children and youth with disabilities in MS and how to access them. Today’s meeting will give information about the council\, what members will do and learn about and how to apply.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mspti-parent-advisory-council-whats-that/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200307T193241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T193642Z
UID:10000896-1603281600-1603285200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Coaching and Support - Monthly Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us via Zoom for our monthly Coaching and Support session for parents who are supporting other parents in any system. Click here to register.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/coaching-and-support-monthly-session/
CATEGORIES:Group,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200921T214319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T214319Z
UID:10000988-1603368000-1603371600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Family Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to any parent or caregiver raising a child. There’s no specific agenda—we’re just here to check in with each other\, discuss problems and concerns and support one another through this emotional time. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvd-CqqDMtGt0DTjsoF8w_SuRzEraHCmNf \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-family-support-meeting-17/
CATEGORIES:Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200902T225726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200902T225856Z
UID:10000815-1603699200-1604077200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:CIT Training - Hinds Behavioral Health Services: Region 9
DESCRIPTION:Description: Are you a law enforcement officer seeking new skills to serve those living with mental illness in your community? Join Hinds Behavioral Health Services’ upcoming 40-hour mental health training and become part of a nationally recognized CIT team. \nQualifications: Training will only be provided for full-time certified law enforcement officers with a minimum of one-year law enforcement experience.\n\nThe deadline to register is Friday\, October 16\, 2020. Priority will be given to officers who were previously registered for the March 2020 class. (class size is limited to 10 officers)\n\nPhone :601-321-2400
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/cit-training-hinds-behavioral-health-services-region-9/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201023T212353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T213044Z
UID:10000832-1603713600-1603717200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Early Childhood Focus Group Session 6
DESCRIPTION:This conference call focus group is for Mississippi parents and caregivers of children ages birth to 5 who have social\, emotional or developmental challenges. \nIn the focus groups\, parents will be asked to share their thoughts about getting help for their children and to compare what happens to them to what happened to families in groups that we did a few years ago. Each of the focus groups will last about one hour. \n\n\nEach focus group will last 45-60 minutes and you will receive a $25 Walmart gift card for participating. You will be asked if you think what families said in 2013 about getting help for their young children is still the same or if things are different.  You can read what parents said in our 2013 focus groups by clicking here.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/early-childhood-focus-group-session-6/
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201027T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201027T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201006T230309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T230320Z
UID:10000998-1603809000-1603814400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:A Conversation on Supporting Parents\, Infants\, Young Children\, and the Workforce that Serve Them
DESCRIPTION:As our communities continue to respond and adjust during COVID-19\, parents and caregivers of infants\, toddlers\, and young children remain concerned about addressing the competing needs of their children’s daily schedules and behavioral needs when we are all reeling with grief\, anxiety and managing the ongoing uncertainty. \nThis conversation\, facilitated by Kate Sweeney Wasserman\, MSW\, LCSW-C\, Co-Director of Parent\, Infant\, and Early Childhood at the Institute\, joined by other national early childhood mental health leaders\, will invite discussion of challenges and solutions to support family and provider well-being in the context of a complex learning landscape. Panelists will consider issues related to education and behavioral health equity\, special education supports\, innovations in mental health supports via distance technology\, educator well-being\, and families as partners in student mental health.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/a-conversation-on-supporting-parents-infants-young-children-and-the-workforce-that-serve-them/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201028T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201020T225101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T225101Z
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SUMMARY:Leadership Training Graduates Coaching and Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group will focus on opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making groups\, provide coaching guidance for those who are already serving on groups or about to serve on groups\, and will be a place where graduates can discuss common concerns\, problems and successes that will help them be more effective parent/caregiver leaders. Meetings will be held on the 4th Wednesday of every month at 12 noon. (Open only to leadership training graduates.)
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/leadership-training-graduates-coaching-and-support-group-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200921T214403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T214416Z
UID:10000990-1603972800-1603976400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Family Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to any parent or caregiver raising a child. There’s no specific agenda—we’re just here to check in with each other\, discuss problems and concerns and support one another through this emotional time. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcode-grjguH9NcpNQ5v2nUckNBqUiH9z_u \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-family-support-meeting-18/
CATEGORIES:Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201105T020531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T020531Z
UID:10000836-1604577600-1604581200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Family Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to any parent or caregiver raising a child. There’s no specific agenda—we’re just here to check in with each other\, discuss problems and concerns and support one another through this emotional time. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lf-igqDosHNJ7WxshoN3NGLLmnwx5QKXe \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-family-support-meeting-19/
CATEGORIES:Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201106T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201023T212630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T020836Z
UID:10000834-1604656800-1604660400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Early Childhood Focus Group Session 9
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is for Mississippi parents and caregivers (a caregiver is someone who is raising a child who is not the child’s parent) of children ages birth to 5 who have social\, emotional or developmental challenges.\n\nParents will be asked to share their thoughts about getting help for their children and to compare what happens to them to what happened to families in earlier groups. Information will be used to help Mississippi Thrive understand the best ways to set up services to be able to help young children and their families.\n\nAll participants who complete the focus group will receive a $25 Walmart gift card. Registration is required and you will be asked for your mailing address during registration so that your gift card can be mailed to you after you finish the group.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/early-childhood-focus-group-session-9/
CATEGORIES:Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T161500
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200916T224326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T224421Z
UID:10000976-1605013200-1605197700@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:NFFCMH 2020 Virtual Mini-Conference
DESCRIPTION:2020 Virtual Mini-Conference\nEQUITY IN ACCESS\, SERVICES\, AND OUTCOMES FOR CHILDREN\, YOUTH\, AND FAMILIES DURING COVID-19\nThe full agenda is coming soon! \nWorkshop themes and tracks:\n\nTackling Mental Health Disparities for Children of Color
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/nffcmh-2020-virtual-mini-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201105T201140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T201140Z
UID:10000837-1605182400-1605186000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Family Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to any parent or caregiver raising a child. There’s no specific agenda—we’re just here to check in with each other\, discuss problems and concerns and support one another through this emotional time. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvf-urqzsoG9w7GH0lmswgFOBJj-F94MIp \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-family-support-meeting-20/
CATEGORIES:Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200921T145114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T145114Z
UID:10000978-1605186000-1605358800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:MS State NAACP Convention
DESCRIPTION:In an effort to keep our community safe\, the Mississippi NAACP is hosting the 75th Annual MS State Conference Convention & Policy Institute virtually\, Nov. 12-14\, 2020\, offering a stellar virtual experience for our members\, speakers\, sponsors\, and attendees. \nThe theme for this year’s convention\, hosted by the MS State Conference\, is “Until Freedom Comes”.The convention has been one of the most outstanding events of the Mississippi NAACP. This year’s convention and policy institute will focus on policy solutions to issues like mass incarceration\, economic development\, housing\, and education.  \nThe convention is designed to provide you with the guidance and tools needed to Make Democracy Work in Mississippi. You will be ready to go back to your communities to continue your work.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/ms-state-naacp-convention/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20200929T231349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200929T231420Z
UID:10000997-1605513600-1605891600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Department of Mental Health Peer Support Training
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Training – November 16 – 20\, 2020. The registration deadline is November 9\, 2020. The maximum class size is 25 participants. Please submit your application and supporting documents (available in the link below under CPSS Documents) to Aurora Baugh at aurora.baugh@dmh.ms.gov. CPSS-Adults\, CPSS-Young Adults\, CPSS-Parent/Caregiver\, and CPSS-Recovery modules available. \nMississippi Department of Mental Health Peer Support Training. This training includes a track facilitated by Families as Allies for parents who want to do peer support for other parents. It is open to parents and caregivers (someone other than the parent who is raising the child) of a child with behavioral health challenges. \nYou can learn more about the training here: http://www.dmh.ms.gov/peer-support-services/ and application forms are here: http://www.dmh.ms.gov/cpss-documents/
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-department-of-mental-health-peer-support-training/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201116T183000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201015T193606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201113T020602Z
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SUMMARY:7th Annual Virtual Community Partnership Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Our virtual Community Partnership Celebration Fundraiser takes place this year on November 16th at 5:30 pm on Facebook Live as well as to people who don’t have a Facebook account. Register for a free ticket or to sign up to become a sponsor of the event. Come see and hear from the recipients of this year’s four awards for: Accountability\, Valuing Every Child and Family\, Excellence\, and Partnership. \nIf you are interested in becoming a sponsor or would like more info about sponsorship opportunities and details for the Community Partnership Celebration please contact Joy Hogge at jhogge@faams.org.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/7th-annual-virtual-community-partnership-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201111T025611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T032425Z
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SUMMARY:Coaching and Support - Monthly Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us via Zoom for our monthly Coaching and Support session for parents who are supporting other parents in any system. Click here to register.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/coaching-and-support-monthly-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Group,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201105T201249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T201405Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Family Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to any parent or caregiver raising a child. There’s no specific agenda—we’re just here to check in with each other\, discuss problems and concerns and support one another through this emotional time. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkcemprDMsE9BtoFyjDP0TAE2Sep6Mb0eD \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-family-support-meeting-21/
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201113T011313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201113T011842Z
UID:10000843-1605808800-1605812400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Town Hall for Hispanic/Latin Community
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi State Department of Health invites the Hispanic/Latin community to a videoconference via ZOOM and La Noticia de MS via Facebook\, on COVID-19 In the Hispanic/Latin Session 3. \n(Lea la invitación en español.) \nDuring the presentation\, important information about COVID-19 will be offered\, in reference to chronic illness\, guidelines and recommendations to follow\, medical advice to prevent COVID-19. \nThe professional panelist will listen to the concerns of the people with the community and answer questions. \n\n\n\nWhere: Zoom \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83010336492?pwd=elFZZzQrcllKTnpIQWpZQ2JDNGpyUT09 \nMeeting ID: 830 1033 6492 Password: 042369 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook live\, on La Noticia MS: https://www.facebook.com/LNdeMS/ \n\n[Photo by Cade Renfroe on Unsplash]
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/covid-19-town-hall-for-hispanic-latin-community/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201119T010045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T010045Z
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SUMMARY:Leadership Training Graduates Coaching and Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group will focus on opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making groups\, provide coaching guidance for those who are already serving on groups or about to serve on groups\, and will be a place where graduates can discuss common concerns\, problems and successes that will help them be more effective parent/caregiver leaders. Meetings will be held on the 4th Wednesday of every month at 12 noon. (Open only to leadership training graduates.)
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/leadership-training-graduates-coaching-and-support-group-3/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201130T234244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T234410Z
UID:10001012-1606910400-1606914000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Steps to Success: Making IEP Meetings Work
DESCRIPTION:Do 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 you can avoid some of the most common hurdles and how to have more productive IEP meetings and better outcomes for your child.\n\nWebinar presented by MSPTI.\n\nRegister here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4810191159412466445
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/making-iep-meetings-work/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T221816
CREATED:20201130T232454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T232557Z
UID:10001008-1606996800-1607000400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Family Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to any parent or caregiver raising a child. There’s no specific agenda—we’re just here to check in with each other\, discuss problems and concerns and support one another through this emotional time. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkcemprDMsE9BtoFyjDP0TAE2Sep6Mb0eD \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-family-support-meeting-22/
CATEGORIES:Group
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