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Any parent or caregiver of a child with a behavioral challenge is welcome to join us. Meetings are on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of every month. Register here >>
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Specially called board meeting to vote on proposed new member and plan for retreat. All Families as Allies board meeting are open to the public and include time for public comments. If you cannot attend but would like to share comments with the board, they can be emailed to info@faams.org or faxed to 601-355- 0919. […] |
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NTTAC Event: Building Bridges of Hope - Community of Practice Series Supporting children and youth with high emotional and behavioral needs is often lonely, overwhelming, complex and not well-understood. How as a caregiver do you navigate school services, child welfare, and other involved systems to get the support you need for your child? How as […] |
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From the Division of Medicaid: The Mississippi Division of Medicaid will hold a public hearing on Mississippi Administrative Code Title 23, Part 223, Rules 1.3, 1.5, 1.8, 2.5, and 6.1-6.6. The hearing will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 11, 2021, via teleconference. Teleconference number 888-822-7517, Access Code: 4282244. There will be an […] |
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It can be challenging as a family to know what your options are and how to think through them if you have a disagreement with the school district about a special education issue. This webinar will review your options if you want to seek a formal resolution with the district related to your child's IEP. […] |
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Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center Childcare and the Americans with Disabilities Act Parents often struggle with finding childcare if their child has a disability. This presentation will explain the law and help parents prepare for the process of finding appropriate childcare. Register here>>
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Join us via Zoom for our monthly Coaching and Support session for parents who are supporting other parents in any system. |
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Due to COVID-19, the MegaConference will be held virtually. Four outstanding speakers will inspire and inform you. The first session will begin at 9:00 a.m., with sign-in beginning at 8:30 a.m. You may attend one, two, three, or all sessions. We hope you will participate from your home or office! Outstanding speakers include: - Gabe […]
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Any parent or caregiver of a child with a behavioral challenge is welcome to join us on the first and third Thursday of each month. During the month of April, groups will focus on dealing with IEPs and other school issues. There will be time to talk about anything else the group would like to […] |
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Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center Parent Advocacy Academy (Part 1) Having a Child with a Disability can be challenging. Your child’s IEP and how to monitor it can be confusing. How to be the best advocate for your child, the importance of communication and how to resolve conflicts are important pieces of this puzzle. […] |
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The Interagency Coordinating Council for Children and Youth (ICCCY) is statutorily mandated to oversee the system of care for children's mental health in Mississippi. The Council meets twice annually. All meetings are open to the public and include opportunities for public comment. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes. Register here >>
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Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center Mapping Dreams: Transition to Adulthood Mapping Dreams: Transition to Adulthood is a training that introduces families to concepts of transition planning. The 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, […]
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NTTAC Event: Building Bridges of Hope - Community of Practice Series Supporting children and youth with high emotional and behavioral needs is often lonely, overwhelming, complex and not well-understood. How as a caregiver do you navigate school services, child welfare, and other involved systems to get the support you need for your child? How as […] |
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Mississippi Department of Education The Special Education Advisory Panel will meet on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. via Zoom. You may access the meeting either online or by phone. Join Zoom Meeting Online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89185899924?pwd=TERlQ1YwODNUMDN0cW9pVGtVUjNCUT09 Meeting ID: 891 8589 9924 Passcode: SEAP Join Zoom Meeting by Phone: Dial by your location […]
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NFusion Metro This event will be in the NFusion Metro Parking Lot, 1815 Hospital Drive, Jackson, MS. We hope to make this a fun event where local residents can meet all of the Hinds County MAP Team members and the NFusion Metro staff and enjoy a delicious scoop of ice cream! NFusion Metro Parking Lot, […] |
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This training is for parents, caregivers and staff members who are interested in learning to serve on decision-making groups and committees. There will be 2 sessions, and each session will last 2.5 hours. Participants must attend all sessions for the entire session in order to receive their certificate. They also must be able to join […] |
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This training is for parents, caregivers and staff members who are interested in learning to serve on decision-making groups and committees. There will be 2 sessions, and each session will last 2.5 hours. Participants must attend all sessions for the entire session in order to receive their certificate. They also must be able to join […]
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Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center Steps for Success: Making IEP Meetings Work Parents often struggle with finding childcare if their child has a disability. This presentation will explain the law and help parents prepare for the process of finding appropriate childcare. Register here>> 
The Medical Care Advisory Committee (MCAC) The Medical Care Advisory Committee (MCAC) is required by federal regulation to advise the Division of Medicaid about health and medical care services. Among others, the committee must include "Members of consumers' groups, including Medicaid beneficiaries, and consumer organizations" State Capitol Building Room 216 |
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Call for an appointment to have your child's seat by a certified technician and to be fitted for a seat, if qualified. Masked required. 2415 8th Street at the corner of 7th Ave. Meridian, MS 39301 back parking lot For more information or to make an appointment contact 601-482-3171 |
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Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center Parent Advocacy Academy (Part 2) Having a Child with a Disability can be challenging. Your child’s IEP and how to monitor it can be confusing. How to be the best advocate for your child, the importance of communication and how to resolve conflicts are important pieces of this puzzle. […] |
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Join Mississippi Public Broadcasting and some of the state’s top mental health leaders for a free virtual screening of the documentary Mysteries of Mental Illness at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 29. A live panel discussion reviewing conditions, treatments and more will follow. Online attendees can ask questions during the event. Registration is required at mpbonline.org […] |
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Every time there's a fifth Wednesday in a month (like this month!) we hit Facebook Live to give you a report on what Families as Allies has been doing and what we have planned for the next three months. Join us at noon on 6/30/21 on our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/faams.org/ 
The Education Trust Students must be safe and free from physical harm in schools. A supportive school environment is critical for effective teaching and learning. This is perhaps more important than ever as students return to classrooms after a period of remote learning due to COVID-19. The pandemic has upended the lives of many students […] |
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