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An IEP contains a lot of information about the child and is often written in the language of “Schoolese” and difficult to understand. This presentation will cover the different sections of the IEP that an Advocate should understand to best support the child’s education.
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Navigating the receipt of school records can be a difficult process. Join us for a presentation on the “Family Education Privacy Act” and the “Uninterrupted Scholars Act” which deal with accessing and sharing of student records, the information contained in those records, and school placement of children in foster care
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Webinar - All About IEPsIn this wonderful IEP training ran by Harold Sweeney, you will learn all there is to know about IEPs. Some of the topics include: What is an IEP, who can request an IEP, what to look for, documentation, eligibility, what is a CASA's role?, School discipline with an IEP, etc.
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Webinar - Supporting Students with a Diagnosed Learning Disability (LD) or Disorder Part 1: ADHD and ADDLearning disabilities or disorders are due to genetic and/or neurobiological factors that alter brain functioning in a manner that affects one or more cognitive processes related to learning. In this 5-part webinar series, participants will learn factors and causes, signs and symptoms, students’ legal rights in public schools, and advocacy strategies to support students.
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Webinar - Supporting Students with a Diagnosed Learning Disability (LD) or Disorder Part 2: Dyslexia Learning disabilities or disorders are due to genetic and/or neurobiological factors that alter brain functioning in a manner that affects one or more cognitive processes related to learning. In this 5-part webinar series, participants will learn factors and causes, signs and symptoms, students’ legal rights in public schools, and advocacy strategies to support students.
Our impact this year has changed our community!
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Children Served in FY23
9,778
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Volunteer Hours in FY23
410,640
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Volunteer Advocates in FY23
3,515
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Number of New Children Served in FY23
2,727
Thank you to our generous sponsors:
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National CASA
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Illinois DCFS
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The Office of Illinois Courts
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Illinois Attorney General