June 6-7: WHAT’S SO “SPECIAL� ABOUT SPECIAL EDUCATION?

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SANDEE WINKELMAN TEAMS UP WITH LOCAL ADVOCATES TO PRESENT:WHAT’S SO “SPECIAL†ABOUT SPECIAL EDUCATION?A UNIQUE SPECIAL EDUCATION TRAINING CLINIC FOR PARENTS AND ADVOCATESWHEN: SATURDAY JUNE 6, 2009 OR SUNDAY JUNE 7, 2009WHERE: COMFORT INN- 6191 Quarry Lane, Independence, OHParents: Want to learn more about the parent’s role in special education?Advocates: Want to gain knowledge about the special education process?This clinic will provide a UNIQUE opportunity for everyone to learn more about thespecial education process from experienced advocates.Anticipated Topics Include: *An Overview of the Special Education Process *How to keep education issues from becoming legal issues *Evaluations – What They Tell Us and How To Use This

Info* IEPs *504 plans*Discipline Issues*Navigating the Complaint Process*Q & A with the advocates*Saturday Clinic: $75.00. Includes Breakfast and Lunch*Sunday Clinic: $75.00. Includes Breakfast and Lunch** Please note: There will be an option to select half days for those who cannot attend a full day clinic.Example: Saturday morning session and Sunday afternoon session.There are only a limited number of spaces, jswinky@... to RSVP!so please email Sandee Winkelman at:These clinics are not conducted by a licensed attorney and are for informational/educational purposes only.These clinics are not intended to provide legal advice. You will need to consult with an attorney for legal advice.

Sincerely,

Pattison

National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio (NAA-NEO) Helping Hand Program Manager P. O. Box 221195 Beachwood, OH 44122 E-mail: apattison@... Phone (216)544-1231 Web: www.autismnortheastohio.org