Special Education   770.887.2461
Department Fax      770.888.1278
Forsyth County Schools’ special education programs are founded upon the belief that all children are capable of learning and being successful in school experiences which are designed to develop academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and independence skills for active participation in their community.
 
                                                      Parent Trainings     2012-2013
 

DATE

TOPIC

TIME

LOCATION

September 13      

Stucturing Your Home to Maximize Academic and Behavior Success

6:00 – 8:00 pm

BOE

Room 380

September 27

Vocational Rehavilitation Services:  Updates on Changes and Services for individuals with disabilities who want to work.  Learn how Vocational Rehabilitation can assisst students in developing career goals and plans as well as understanding eligibility requirements.

6:00 – 8:00 pm

BOE

Room 350

October 15

IEP:101 - Understanding your Child's Educational Plan

6:00 – 8:00 pm

BOE

Room 380

October 25

AVITA Services:  An overview of options and services for families, students and adults with autism and/or developmental disabilities; as well as updates on developmental disability (DD) waiver programs.

6:00 – 8:00 pm

BOE

Room 350

November 29   

Transition to High School for Students Meeting the Core Curriculum Standards (for parents that have current 8th grade students on a non-modified curriculum)

6:00 – 8:00 pm

BOE

Room 380

January 10

Panel Discussion:  Characteristics of Educational and Clinical Occupational and Physical Therapy

6:00 to 8:0 pm

BOE
Room 380

January 24

Planning for Legal Guardianship:  At age 18, students receive the transfer of rights.  What you should know as a parent about legal guardianship and the options available.

6:00 – 8:00 pm

BOE

Room 350

February 28

Financial Planning For Special Needs Dependents.  Understanding SSI, Wills and Trusts and how best to prepare for your child's future.

6:00 – 8:00 pm

BOE

Room 380

March 4

Transition to High School and Access Courses (for parents that have current 8th grade students in ID programs and on a modified curriculum) 

6:00 – 8:00 pm

BOE

Room 350

 
 

 

 We are pleased to announce that the Forsyth County School System's Department for Exceptional Students has been recognized by the Georgia Department of Education by receiving the annual Pacesetter Award for the third consecutive year.

A special thanks to our Special Supporters and Partners in Education:
 
Automation Direct 
 
United Way
 
Barnes & Noble 
 
Lanier Technical College
 
Giorgio's 
 
Civitan
 
Siemens 
 
North Lanier Baptist Church
 
 
Last Modified on April 21, 2013