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MCAS: S.O.S. - Support our Students
Tuesday, May 15th from 7:00-8:30pm at Joyce Middle School - FREE Workshop!
For parents who have been holding their children's hands through MCAS this year or are concerned about next ye...ar, this meeting may be for you!
A free discussion for parents to learn more about the accomodations both traditional and non-traditional that can be made for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) or 504 Plans. There are ways to demonstrate what your child has truly learned rather than how well or poorly they can take a test.
MCAS: Access & Achievement for Students with Disabilities
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
7:00-8:30pm
Joyce Middle Schoo
55 Locust Street, Woburn
Life After High School for Students with IEPs and 504s
Thursday, May 17, 2012 6:00-7:30pm
Location: Woburn Memorial High School - Cafeteria
Starting to think about what life will be like after high school? For students with special needs or learning differences... and their parents, early planning can make this transition much easier for everyone.
This Thursday, the Woburn Department of Special Education is hosting a free discussion over dinner on the "Nuts and Bolts of Transitional Planning" to teach students and parents many of the elements that need to be considered to develop a transitional plan that is right for you.
Topics being covered will include tips for students, tips for parents, post-secondary programs, adult services, and planning for life after high school.
Students and parents are encouraged to attend. Free pizza will be served.
Here is a great article about overcoming obstacles with disabled children that was sent to us!
http://www.disabledtravelers.com/overcoming-learning-disabilities.htm
