Family Engagement Newsletter
Eau Claire Area School District
RESOURCES FOR SCHOOL, HOME & COMMUNITY SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES.
SEPTEMBER 2020
WELCOME TO THE 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR
September 8, 2020 from 7-8:30pm Zoom Meeting
Meeting Topic:
Update from the ECASD: What Parents, Teachers and Staff need to know about Special Education Services as this school year kicks off? What questions do you have?
Overview of the Canvas and SeeSaw platforms by ECASD Technology department. What parents need to know to help their kids navigate virtual learning.
Meet and Greet time: Let’s make some connections!
We hope you will join us this year for as many virtual meetings as possible! This fall, the focus will be on internet safety, mental health and a Parent Cafe style meeting in December. Next Spring, we will focus on indicator areas highlighted in the last District Parent Survey. Let’s help solve those issues!
The Resource Fair will happen next spring (not exactly sure how but we can figure it out!). Looking forward to “seeing” you this year! Have a great start to the new school year! Please feel free to contact SEPTA anytime, as we are all in this together! septaec@gmail.com
Meetings will be held the second Tuesday
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VIRTUAL OFFERINGS AND CONNECTIONS FOR FAMILIES
DSAW Connects: Statewide Fall Programs
News from Autism Society of Greater WI -West Central Updates
New to Autism Virtual Group
Transition to Adulthood Discussion Series
Teen Hang Out
Upcoming hangouts
Thursday, September 10th
5:30 – 6:30 PM
Thursday, September 24th
5:30 – 6:30 PM
Leadership In Action
Seven (7) lessons The seven-lesson online course will teach you how to speak up, communicate better, make a plan for your future, and become a stronger self-advocate. We will practice together and share our stories!
Health Matters
Six (6) lessons This six-lesson online course will help you build your knowledge of healthy foods, nutrition, and exercise. You will learn how to take charge of your health, make healthier choices, and help others learn healthy skills too.
Why should I attend a Transition PIP?
• Begin your planning for life after high school
• Learn about valuable resources and adult services
• Become part of a network of parents who have youth with disabilities
• Explore ways to share the information you have learned
• Strengthen partnerships between the many professionals you interact with on behalf of your child
UPDATES
WI FAMILY ENGAGEMENT NEWSLETTER
The focus of the newsletter is to have a resource for families, schools, and agencies to go to for timely and relevant information on different special education related topics, at-home learning strategies, online resources, recent research and statewide events.
The newsletter is provided by the Wisconsin Family Assistance Center for Education, Training and Support (WI FACETS) through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI).
IEP Mini Modules from WI FACETS
The IEP process can be confusing and overwhelming, especially for parents new to the special education system. These 30 minute modules break down what you need to know about the IEP process. You can watch through the entire ten part series or jump right in with the modules that are most interesting to you. Clicking on the module will direct you to a registration page. After filling out the required information, you will be able access the recorded video.
These webinars were aired live from January through June of 2020.
NDI FINANCIAL RESILIENCY CENTER
One in four people with disabilities live in poverty and face barriers that hinder their access to employment, education, skills development, financial services and full participation in their communities.
The Financial Resiliency Center is here to help those with disabilities and chronic health conditions navigate financially through the COVID-19 crisis, face barriers that hinder access to employment, education, skills development, financial services and full participation in their communities.
2019 Wisconsin Act 118 - Pupil Restraint and Seclusion
COVID-19 – Special Education Updates and Resources
The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) understands that guidance can change quickly as information evolves.
The Special Education Team regularly updates its COVID-19 Special Education Question and Answer Document regarding the impact on students with IEPs. (Updated 8/13/2020).
ECASD Covid 19 Updates
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School Resources for Families
Family Resource Guide
ECASD Department of Special Education
PREPARING FOR AN IEP MEETING
Eau Claire Area School District
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Email: lmalnory@ecasd.us
Website: https://www.ecasd.us/District/Home
Location: 500 Main Street, Eau Claire, WI, USA
Phone: 715-852-3075
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ECASD-Special-Education-100391148009003/?eid=ARDVD95qBpVdhhYSzrtWpXkp6PP6ymkoMeEBEemvNJiB4BbG9zcCQA39kK6f4CHdc7A-05y9l52EJjBO
Twitter: @ecasdsuper
Are You on FaceBook and looking to connect with other families about issues important to you?
The following FaceBook Groups are local, parent led and share information and resources.
SNAPS EC: Special Needs and Parenting Support Group