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Fourth Tuesday every month except December | Office Hours for IDOE's Office of Special Education and IN*SOURCE Each session will feature an informative presentation and then the speakers will respond to questions from the participants. |
Wednesday, December 18, 2024 | About IN*SOURCE with Q&A 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: Nicole Hicks, IN*SOURCE Team Lead |
Friday, December 20, 2024 | Preparing for Your Child's Special Education Case Conference This session reviews the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA) and how parents can use the Six Principles of IDEA to help them express concerns about their child's special education program. Basic information about the IEP and dispute resolution are included. This session also helps parents identify issues of concern, organize documents, prepare information, and communicate effectively during the case conference. This class will help parents become their child's best advocate and build positive relationships with school personnel. |