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Webinar – “The Importance of Extracurricular Activities for Students With Disabilities”

When

Tuesday, November 26, 2024    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Free webinar on using inclusive extracurricular activities to help with transition planning and developing important skills for children with disabilities

Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center (FMPTIC) will host “The Importance of Extracurricular Activities for Students With Disabilities” webinar on Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Learn how inclusive extracurricular opportunities can help in the transition planning process by building essential social and vocational skills.

Designed for parents and school professionals, this presentation will cover:

  • Why extracurricular activities are important
  • Inclusion and rights under the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504
  • Fostering a Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
  • Strategies for advocating for accessible activities in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

Visit FMPTIC’s website for more details.

Register for “The Importance of Extracurricular Activities for Students With Disabilities” on Zoom.

For more information, contact Abbi Mars at amars@fmptic.org or (217) 318-3519.