Attendance at both sessions is strongly encouraged

Open to CASA volunteers, volunteers in training, CASA staff and service providers with whom CASA collaborates

Presented by Teresa Speranza, MA, Education Coordinator with the Child Welfare Unit of the Westchester Institute for Human Development and Richard Heyl de Ortiz, Director of Training and Program Support for CASA of New York State.

The educational setting is an important area of advocacy for CASA. This series will focus on the many educational issues pertaining to students in foster care or at risk of out of home placement, including early intervention, special education, legislation regarding educational stability, disciplinary procedures and transitioning to college.  Session 1 will focus on the law, regulation and processes related to special education services.  Session 2 will focus on what CASA volunteers can do to support children’s education and to promote parent advocacy.

4 CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS FOR CASA VOLUNTEERS AND STAFF

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