Upcoming Webinars

Each session will feature an informative presentation and then the speakers will respond to questions from the participants.

Presented by Alyssa Christy, Senior Special Education Specialist - Early Childhood. Transitioning from Part C to Part B is an exciting time for your family, but involves new people, new guidelines, and new experiences. Join the Office of Special Education as they review the requirements of both First Steps and LEAs through the transition. 

Participants will be presented with a brief introduction to the IN*SOURCE organization. The remainder of the session will be facilitated as a flexible and responsive conversation to address the questions posed by participants. The content of each session will vary based on the interests of the group. Special Guest: Jessica Terry, IN*SOURCE Publicity Coordinator

Section 504 is part of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a civil rights statute that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Students who might not qualify for an Individualized Education Program (IEP) may be covered by Section 504. This presentation explains Section 504 as it applies to schools including referral, evaluation, eligibility, and accommodations.

This training will review Indiana’s regulations and school requirements for investigating and reporting bullying incidents. The definition, types, and dynamics of bullying will be discussed. Parents will learn how they can report suspected bullying incidents and the specific steps they can take to help their children address this issue. Special consideration will be given to the bullying of students with disabilities with resources for addressing bullying concerns in a student’s IEP or Section 504 plan.

This training will review Indiana’s regulations and school requirements for investigating and reporting bullying incidents. The definition, types, and dynamics of bullying will be discussed. Parents will learn how they can report suspected bullying incidents and the specific steps they can take to help their children address this issue. Special consideration will be given to the bullying of students with disabilities with resources for addressing bullying concerns in a student’s IEP or Section 504 plan.