Youth Focus:Implementing IDEA June 4-6, 2001 Cleveland, Ohio What would you do if a student with a disability requests help because the school has decided their "real problem" isn't that they have a learning disability, but that they are "emotionally disturbed"? How would you respond to a school which declares a child is "really making progress" but after years of instruction the child can barely read or write? Did you know that in a national survey of 5,000 cases in which students with disabilities were having learning problems, 100% of the time, school psychologists blamed the student or his/her parents for the lack of achievement - - --never the teacher, the curriculum or school administration? WORK WITH STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES, THIS TRAINING IS A MUST FOR YOU! JOIN US AT THIS THREE-DAY SEMINAR TO LEARN: What the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and regulations say How the law and regulations translate into identification, eligibility and evaluation of students with disabilities How to do transition planning and development of an Individual Education Plan (IEP) What the "right to learn" really means and its relevance to individual state regulations How maximum integration can take place; and much more.... IL NET presents Youth Focus: Implementing IDEA If you have found that working with the education system is overwhelming, you're not alone. Many independent living advocates indicate they are intimidated by the enormity and complexity of the IDEA and the system within which it is to be implemented. True, IDEA is not as clear cut as the ADA, but here is an opportunity to gain equal footing with educators, and to prepare yourself to deal with this critical aspect of disabled students' lives. Our top-notch experts will instruct you in the law and regulations and then guide you in understanding the true realities of implementing IDEA. YOUR TRAINERS: Kathy Boundy, JD Co-Director Center for Law and Education Boston, Massachusetts Elizabeth Hollowell Freshman at Gallaudet University Washington, D.C. Extensively involved in her IEP development from elementary school to graduation Maureen Hollowell Director of Education Advocacy Endependence Center, Inc. Norfolk, Virginia DON'T DELAY! REGISTRATION AND HOTEL DEADLINE IS MAY 3, 2001! WHO SHOULD ATTEND This seminar offers learning opportunities for both beginner and intermediate advocates. Topics will include: What do students really have a right to? Empowering youth so they are involved from start to finish Transition services from school to work Discipline issues Working with kids as young as 12 Least Restrictive Environment-- who decides? Parent roles THE BASICS Learn the language and the questions to ask so you can continue developing your skills after the seminar Develop confidence in your abilities EXPANDING THE POWER OF THE IL MOVEMENT This seminar is brought to you by IL NET, a project spearheaded by the Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU) Program in partnership with the National Council on Independent Living (NCIL). Through IL NET, you have access to a variety of resources to advance your understanding of independent living including: Highly rated training programs Technical assistance resources to answer your specific questions Publications, organizations, and other valuable resources And much more To learn more about what IL NET can do for you, contact ILRU at 713-520-0232 (V), 713-520-5136 (TTY) , or on-line at www.ilru.org. or NCIL at 877-525-3400 (V/TTY) or ncil@ncil.org LOCATION INFORMATION Dates June 4-6, 2001 Registration: $65.00 Location: Wyndham Cleveland Hotel 1260 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115 216-615-7500 Room Rates: $120.00/night single or double (14.5% tax not included). Reservations and Registration must be made by May 3, 2001. Airport: Cleveland/Burke Lakefront Transport: You can call Yellow Cab at 216-623-1550. The cost is about $22. If you need accessible transportation call Mr. Gump at extention 181 or Mr. Headley at extention 166. At Yellow Cab. Please call 4 days in advance AGENDA Mon. (June 4) 8:30am Continental breakfast 9:00am Training begins 5:00pm Break for the day Tues. (June 5) 8:30am Continental breakfast 9:00am Training begins 5:00pm Break for the day Wed. (June 6) 8:30am Continental breakfast 9:00am Training begins 3:00pm End of Training For the safety and comfort of those with chemical and environmental sensitivities, please refrain from using any perfumed grooming products such as scented soaps, deodorants, perfumes, and colognes. In addition, it is essential that we maintain a smoke-free environment. For more information, contact Kristy Langbehn at 1-877-525-3400 (V/TTY - toll free T.A. Hotline) o YES! Please register me for the three-day seminar Youth Focus: Implementing IDEA Payment information: Please enclose a check, or money order, or Credit Card information with your completed registration form and return it to: NCIL 1916 Wilson Blvd., Suite 209, Arlington, VA 22201 Fee: $65.00 Credit Card # (ONLY VISA and MasterCard are accepted) Exp. Amount $ Print name: Authorizing Signature: A $15.00 administrative fee will be charged for refunds. Help IL NET Provide the Right Format for You Training Materials: ____ Large Print ____ Braille ____ Audio Tape ____ Diskette Additional Services: ____ Assistive Listening Device Interpreter: ____ ASL ____ Contact Sign ____ Oral Other _____________________________________ It is the responsibility of each participant to arrange transportation and hotel accommodations. It is highly recommended that you make travel arrangements immediately. ____ I can't attend but would like to purchase the Youth Focus: Implementing IDEA Do-It Yourself Training Kit for $125 including the seminar audio tapes and training materials (specify format). Name: Title: Organization: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: TTY: Fax: E-mail: To help us ensure this training meets your needs please fill out this questionaire Length of time in your current position: List one or two questions you would like answered at this training (use additional paper if necessary): For more information, contact Kristy Langbehn at 703-525-3406 (V), 703-525-3409 (Fax), 877-525-3400 (V/TTY), 703-525-4153 (TTY) or kristy@ncil.org