ESC-20 Trainings for Parents
January 2021
Happy New Year! January has some great training opportunities. Join us!
Free Parent and Caregiver Trainings
Thursday, January 7, 2021
9:00 a.m.--3:00 p.m. (1 hour lunch break)
Parenting the Love & Logic Way
Love and Logic is an approach to raising children that provides loving support from parents while at the same time expecting children to be respectful and responsible. Love allows children to grow through their mistakes. Logic allows them to live with the consequences of their choices. Love and Logic is easy to use, raises responsible children, and changes lives. By attending this training, you will learn to use humor, hope, and empathy to build up your adult-child relationship, provide real limits in a loving way, and learn how to teach consequences and healthy decision-making.
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
9:00 a.m.--12:00 p.m.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) 101
Challenging behaviors may often disrupt the learning environment for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. When typical behavior programs do not work and the behavior continues, what do you do? This training addresses how to assess the challenging behaviors to better identify the core issue. You will then learn the strategies and tools that can support a positive learning environment.
Thursday, January 14, 2021
9:00 a.m.--11:00 a.m.
Understanding the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS)
for English learners
In this training, parents will learn about the 4 critical components that make up the TELPAS English learner state exam. The session will focus on strategies and resources in supporting your child in the 4 language domains of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Parents will be provided tips and resources on how to help their child become proficient using expressive and receptive language skills.
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
9:00 a.m.--3:00 p.m.
Ser Padres con Amor y Logica
El amor y la lógica es un enfoque para criar a los hijos que brinda un apoyo amoroso de los padres, al mismo tiempo que espera que los niños sean respetuosos y responsables. El amor permite que los niños crezcan a través de sus errores. La lógica les permite vivir con las consecuencias de sus decisiones. Amor y Lógica es fácil de usar, cría hijos responsables y cambia vidas. Al asistir a esta capacitación, aprenderá a utilizar el humor, la esperanza y la empatía para desarrollar su relación adulto-niño, proporcionar límites reales de manera amorosa y aprender a enseñar las consecuencias y la toma de decisiones saludables.
This session is delivered in Spanish.
Session ID# 67260 (de forma presencial solamente)
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
9:00 a.m.--11:00 a.m.
The Basics of Special Education
Participants will learn basic information about special education including the history of special education laws, types of disabilities, the Admission Review and Dismissal process, and types of classroom supports. Parents will be provided with a an overview of the essential components of the Special Education Process in schools.
Thursday, January 21, 2021
9:00 a.m.--12:00 p.m.
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) for Parents & Caregivers
This course is designed to provide parents with an overview of some of the concepts and strategies taught in the Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® training program. Participants will learn about how behavior escalates and how to respond appropriately during moments of distress. This training will provide parents with insights into behavior patterns of their children and an action plan with immediate strategies. Please note that this training will not include physical restraint strategies.
Monday, January 25, 2021
10:00 a.m.--11:00 a.m.
Information Session on English classes at ESC-20
At the ESC-20 we believe collaboration maximizes success! Come and learn all about the FREE Adult Education and Literacy classes for parents. Join us for an information session. A representative from the Family Engagement Program and the Adult Education program will be available to take any questions. Take the first step towards a brighter future and make plans to attend. With our support, you can do it!
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
9:00 a.m.--12:00 p.m.
“Write On!”: Supporting Young Children as Writers (Preschool)
Join us as we actively explore the many forms of early writing (Preschool) and learn strategies to support and encourage your young child to write. We will have FUN while targeting developmental writing, common writing practices, and strengthening young finger muscles. Time for developing an action plan for creating writing opportunities in the home will be provided along with materials you can use tonight! Write On!
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
9:00 a.m.--12:00 p.m.
In Depth with STAAR Accommodations
Come go in-depth with the accommodations that are approved for use on the STAAR test for ALL students. Parents will learn the difference between an accessibility feature and a designated support and who is responsible ensuring that these are documented and implemented. Participants will work through some of these testing accommodations and show examples of them in action.
Thursday, January 28, 2021
9:00 a.m.--11:00 a.m.
Understanding Your Child’s Full and Individual Evaluation (FIE)
The Full and Individual Evaluation (FIE) paints a picture of your child’s current strengths and needs as they relate to all aspects of their education. The FIE drives your child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP). In this training, we will explore the types of information presented in the FIE and what the information means for your child’s education and related educational planning of special education services.
INTERPRETER AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. Please call 210-370-5286 to request an English-Spanish interpreter. You can also type in Spanish in the Special Accommodation box when you register.
Webinar Participation
Participating via webinar:
After you register with the webinar session ID# and complete the registration process, you will receive a confirmation email that contains the webinar link and the link to download the handouts/materials.
If you do not receive a confirmation email, please check your junk/spam folder.
There is always an ESC-20 staff member on the other end of the webinar. Utilize the chat box to ask any questions for the presenter or if you are experiencing any technical difficulties.
Have questions? Please contact Claudia via email or (210)370-5286.
Claudia Irene Vargas, Family Engagement Consultant
Email: claudia.vargas@esc20.net
Website: www.esc20.net/parentresources/
Location: 1314 Hines, San Antonio, TX, United States
Phone: 210-370-5286
Facebook: facebook.com/escregion20
Twitter: @ESCRegion20