Many children and youth with disabilities and special needs experience depression in their lives. This session will cover learning to recognize the symptoms, understanding how it's diagnosed, and how to support the individual in gaining the ability to cope.
At age 14, students with disabilities will begin the process of transitioning toward adult life. In this in-depth three part series, learn with your youth about all things transition related. Session 1- School to Adult Life, Advocacy, History of Disability Rights Session 2- Daily Life, Community Living & Employment Session 3-Healthy Living, Safety, Supported Decision…
We will highlight the underlying principles (and often unwritten rules) of social interaction as well as specific tools you can model, teach, and practice. These will provide a foundation for understanding the why, where & how of initiating conversation, the what & when of topic maintenance, and the who and when of turn-taking. We'll share…
A FREE interactive online class for parents and guardians of students receiving special education services in the state of Utah who want to understand the process, the requirements, and to better communicate what their student needs. Parents will also have the opportunity to share their experience with the process and offer recommendations. This is a…
Join us for a Q&A panel about Individualized Education Plans (IEP). You may submit questions to be addressed during this workshop.
Are you trying to find a way to plan for the future of your child with special needs? Is there a way to save money that will not affect their benefits with SSI and Medicaid? We will give you some options of ways that you are able to plan financially for your child’s future. Join…
This is a consecutive workshop for dates March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29th March is Disability Awareness month, and the Utah State Board of Education and the Utah Parent Center are pleased to announce an online parent book study. Every Wednesday, during the month of March, participants will virtually discuss two children's books a…
Who is more worried about moving beyond Elementary, you or your child? "Keep your eyes on the stars and your feet on the ground." Theodore Roosevelt
El preparamiento para la transición a la vida adulta comienza a los 14 años de edad y, posiblemente, a una edad menor. Únase a nosotros durante 3 charlas interactivas enfocadas en su estudiante y sus necesidades. Discutiremos los pasos que puede tomar ahora para hacer una gran diferencia en los triunfos futuros de su hijo/a.…
Do you have a daughter on the autism spectrum? Come learn about the updated diagnostic updates that better capture the description of females on the autism spectrum. We will discuss assessment considerations and how this knowledge can lead to better accommodations and support. We will also be discussing risk factors. The information shared will empower…
This is a consecutive workshop for dates March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29th March is Disability Awareness month, and the Utah State Board of Education and the Utah Parent Center are pleased to announce an online parent book study. Every Wednesday, during the month of March, participants will virtually discuss two children's books a…
What is bullying and how do we define it? What causes kids to bully? What do we do when our child is the bully? This workshop is designed to educate parents about bullying with the opportunity get questions answered by Dr. Bryce Day, Granite’s Special Education Director.