A series of classes for familes
Why Choose Inclusion - Did you know inclusive learning promotes developmental and academic growth? This presentation looks at the research supporting inclusion and the link between inclusion and well-being. It is one of 2 classes exploring accessibility and belonging in education.
- PRESENTER: Ramona Hattendorf, Director of Public Policy and Civic Engagement at The Arc of King County
- REGISTRATION: https://forms.office.com/r/FyxGaPQMXm
- The class was presented live on March 26, 2025. Please register for materials and video link. Recording time: 1 hour 15 minutes
The Right to Inclusive Learning - This presentation reviews the legal basis for inclusive learning, focusing on federal civil rights law that says people with disabilities must have equal access in integrated settings and an equal opportunity to benefit from public services and programs. It is one of 2 classes exploring accessibility and belonging in education.
- PRESENTER: Ramona Hattendorf, Director of Public Policy and Civic Engagement at The Arc of King County.
- REGISTRATION: https://forms.office.com/r/FyxGaPQMXm
- The class was presented live on March 27, 2025. Please register for materials and video link. Recording time: 1 hour 28 minutes
10 tips for advocating for your child - A general overview of special education services and ways to engage with your child’s education more effectively. It covers the evaluation process, what an IEP is, and your role on the IEP team. It is 1 of 3 classes on special education basics
- PRESENTER: Rachel Nemhauser, Director of Information & Family Support, The Arc of King County
- REGISTRATION: https://forms.office.com/r/FyxGaPQMXm
- The class was presented live on April 2, 2025. Please register for materials and video link. Recording time: 1 hour 29 minutes
Understanding Dispute Resolution Options - This class reviews options for dispute resolution, including mediation, due process, and community complaints. It is 1 of 3 classes on special education basics
- PRESENTER: Rachel Nemhauser, Director of Information & Family Support, The Arc of King County
- REGISTRATION: https://forms.office.com/r/FyxGaPQMXm
- The class was presented live on May 7, 2025. Please register for materials and video link. Recording time: 1 hour 4 minutes
What is Your Conflict Resolution Style? - IEP team members don't always agree. This class helps people explore how they prefer to handle conflict. It is 1 of 3 classes on special education basics
- PRESENTER: Rachel Nemhauser, Director of Information & Family Support, The Arc of King County
- REGISTRATION: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/P1mKXd2-RrGvA1XwnrFvwg
- DATE & TIME: June 4. 2025, from 4 to 5:30 pm (miss the class? No worries - materials will be emailed to all who register
ALSO ... We recommend these classes, produced by Roots of Inclusion, another partner of the Family Engagement Collaborative for the Inclusionary Practices Technical Assistance Network.
- Crafting and Implementing an Inclusive IEP - recorded April 22, 2025
- Using a Strengths-Based, Whole Student Evaluation Approach - recorded March 12, 2025
- A Brain-Based Approach to Supporting Children with Vulnerable Nervous Systems and Big, Baffling Behaviors - a 5-part series recorded in February and March of 2024.
