Parenting with P2P: Toss or File? What Do I Do with all of this Paperwork?

(originally offered 10/20/11) Presenters: Becky Milton and Carol Sadler Losing the “Battle of the Paper Trail”? Not sure what to do with all of the IEP paperwork? Two parents will share how they handle it all. Running time: 35 minutes. (For project evaluation purposes, Parent to Parent of Georgia may email webinar viewers a brief …

Learning your Child’s School System

(originally offered 02/07/12) Presenter: Lakeita Servance, Parent Engagement Specialist, Georgia Department of Education When an issue comes up the last thingyou want to do is hunt down the right person to talk to.  It is a known fact that the social, emotional and academic needs of children change from year to year; so it is …

Surviving Dietary Changes in the Home

(originally offered 4/25/13) Presenter: Mike DeFusco Please join us to learn about: * The differences between organic, natural, genetically modified and other labeling on food * Tips on how to revamp the way you eat and easy ways to do it without getting overwhelmed * Navigating the grocery store and restaurants * Results of changing …

Tips for Speaking to Policymakers

(originally offered 05/19/2010) Presenter: Pat Nobbie Pat Nobbie of the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities gives information and tips on preparing and giving effective public testimony to policymakers. Running time: 15 minutes. (For project evaluation purposes, Parent to Parent of Georgia may email webinar viewers a brief follow-up survey in 3-6 months.)

Making a Difference: Telling your Story Effectively to State Legislators!

(Originally offered on 8/18/14) Presenters:  Claire Dees, Parent to Parent of Georgia, Community Engagement Manager; Representative Pat Gardner, District 57, Atlanta; and Dawn Alford, Public Policy Specialist, Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities and Self-Advocate. Let your voice be heard by telling your story and giving effective testimony to your legislators or policy makers. Your story …

Understanding the Legislative Process

(Originally offered on 6/11/14) Presenter:  Pat Nobbie, Deputy Director, Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities As a parent, you are one of your child’s best advocates, you are an expert! And with the right approach and message, can be far more effective in creating positive change in Georgia than paid lobbyists or professionals. So find out …

Sensory Processing Disorders

(originally offered 10/13/2010) Presenter: Tara Mulvaney, Occupational Therapist, Interactive Children’s Therapy Services In this webinar, Tara Mulvaney discusses how the brain processes information from the environment and what happens when there are dysfunctions in this processing. Learn how sensory processing disorder can affect a child’s behavior and ability to learn. Running Time: 57:38 minutes (For …

What is Executive Function and What does it mean for your Child?

(originally offered 04/1712) Presenter:  Elaine Taylor-Klaus, CEO, ImpactADHD Have you ever heard the term “Executive Function”? Do you know what it means? Join us as our presenter explains this term and how it impacts daily activities such as planning, organizing, paying attention to and remembering details. She will also coach you on where to start …

Help! My Child is Struggling with Reading

(originally offered 04/18/12) Presenter: Jennifer Hasser, Executive Director of Syllables Reading Centers and former President of the International Dyslexia Assoc. GA Chapter Do you listen to your child read aloud and wonder if there’s a problem?  What are the signs that your child is struggling with reading?  What should you do if you see the …

Why is Writing so Hard for my Child?

(originally offered 04/25/12) Presenter: Jennifer Hasser, Executive Director of Syllables Reading Centers and former President of the International Dyslexia Assoc. GA Chapter Does your child panic when they have to write a paragraph or paper for school?  Does your child have great ideas that they can express verbally, but not on paper? Join us as …