(originally offered 5/19/16) Did you know that high school graduates usually earn twice as much as those without a diploma and are more likely to continue with further education or enroll in job training programs? Likewise, young adults without high school diplomas are more likely to use unlawful drugs, alcohol and tobacco, have children at …
(originally offered 6/8/16) Presenter: Brandi Kern Independence, decision making and building a social circle may not be concepts you are thinking about as your pre-schooler enters school. But developing and maintaining these skills are important prerequisites to ensuring your little one is on the path to a High School diploma. In this webinar Brandi Kern …
(originally offered 2/21/12) Presenter: Lakeita Servance, Parent Engagement Specialist, Georgia Department of Education Do you cringe when your child says s/he has homework to do?. Find out how you can successfully play an active role in the learning process and maximize the benefits of homework for your children. Running time: 69 minutes. (For project evaluation …
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(originally offered 11/03/11) Presenter: Georgia Fruechtenicht is the mother of 2 young children. One of her children has an IEP. Everyone knows that Dear “John” letters speak from the heart and are hard to write. But how many of us are comfortable writing Dear “DOE” letters to the Department of Education? Running time: 30 minutes. …
(originally offered 10/20/11) Presenters: Becky Milton and Carol Sadler Losing the “Battle of the Paper Trail”? Not sure what to do with all of the IEP paperwork? Two parents will share how they handle it all. Running time: 35 minutes. (For project evaluation purposes, Parent to Parent of Georgia may email webinar viewers a brief …
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(originally offered 02/07/12) Presenter: Lakeita Servance, Parent Engagement Specialist, Georgia Department of Education When an issue comes up the last thingyou want to do is hunt down the right person to talk to. It is a known fact that the social, emotional and academic needs of children change from year to year; so it is …
(originally offered 4/25/13) Presenter: Mike DeFusco Please join us to learn about: * The differences between organic, natural, genetically modified and other labeling on food * Tips on how to revamp the way you eat and easy ways to do it without getting overwhelmed * Navigating the grocery store and restaurants * Results of changing …
(originally offered 05/19/2010) Presenter: Pat Nobbie Pat Nobbie of the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities gives information and tips on preparing and giving effective public testimony to policymakers. Running time: 15 minutes. (For project evaluation purposes, Parent to Parent of Georgia may email webinar viewers a brief follow-up survey in 3-6 months.)
(Originally offered on 8/18/14) Presenters: Claire Dees, Parent to Parent of Georgia, Community Engagement Manager; Representative Pat Gardner, District 57, Atlanta; and Dawn Alford, Public Policy Specialist, Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities and Self-Advocate. Let your voice be heard by telling your story and giving effective testimony to your legislators or policy makers. Your story …
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(Originally offered on 6/11/14) Presenter: Pat Nobbie, Deputy Director, Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities As a parent, you are one of your child’s best advocates, you are an expert! And with the right approach and message, can be far more effective in creating positive change in Georgia than paid lobbyists or professionals. So find out …