Support groups, workshops, sensory-friendly activities, camps and resource fairs across New Jersey. Always confirm details with the organization before you go.
This workshop provides practical strategies to make homework time more productive and less stressful. Participants will learn techniques like using visual schedules and creating distraction-free zones to help children build focus and independence. Audience: Parents and caregivers.
This session defines what routines are and explains their benefits for young children and families. Participants will learn to identify different types of routines that support a child's social-emotional development and well-being. Audience: Parents and caregivers of young children.
This in-person mini-conference covers the special education process, including basic rights, IEP components, and conflict resolution. Participants will learn advocacy skills and how to access supports for their child, with an invitation to bring their IEP or 504 plan. Audience: Parents of students with an IEP or 504 plan.
This session explains the special education process, detailing parental rights and responsibilities. Participants will also learn how to identify goals for their student and use advocacy strategies to help them succeed. Audience: Parents of students in special education.
This seven-session program is for parents and caregivers of children ages 2-8. It teaches simple methods to help children manage their emotions, build positive relationships, and make good choices. Audience: Parents and caregivers of children ages 2-8.
This session explores how everyday language can influence a child's confidence, behavior, and sense of self. Participants will learn simple verbal adjustments to guide, teach, and encourage children more effectively. Audience: Parents, caregivers, and educators.
This is a seven-session program for parents and caregivers of children ages 2-8. It offers simple strategies to help children manage strong emotions, build positive relationships, and make better decisions. Audience: Parents and caregivers of children ages 2-8.
This session provides fathers and male caregivers with practical strategies to increase their engagement in their child's education. It covers building confidence in communicating with educators and strengthening connections with children at home. Audience: Fathers and male caregivers.
This workshop addresses the transition from school to adult life, focusing on setting goals within the IEP process. Parents and students will learn about community resources to help establish linkages for a successful future. Audience: Parents and students.
This session is for child care providers, covering key laws and effective strategies for inclusion. Participants will learn how to apply inclusion practices and identify resources to support children with disabilities. Audience: Child care providers.
This session teaches participants how to organize and understand their child's important educational documents. The goal is to enable more effective participation in school meetings and discussions about their child's services. Audience: Parents and caregivers.
This session provides educators with simple strategies for managing classroom behavior by understanding its underlying causes. It focuses on using positive guidance to build stronger relationships with children and collaborating with their families. Audience: Educators and caregivers.
This session helps participants understand the functions of behavior and learn about positive behavioral interventions. It provides strategies to address challenging behavior and encourage more desirable actions. Audience: Parents and caregivers.
This session guides individuals and families in New Jersey on how to find and access local community resources. It covers a range of supports, including housing, healthcare, and employment assistance, to help connect people with services. Audience: Individuals and families in New Jersey.
This holiday-themed community event encourages families and educators to focus on connection and shared experiences rather than material gifts. Through activities like shared meals and collaborative projects, the gathering aims to strengthen bonds between home, school, and community. Audience: Families, educators, and community members.
This session offers practical ways to help children develop healthy habits around technology and AI. Participants will learn how to give children tools for making responsible choices while supporting their well-being in a digital world. Audience: Parents and caregivers.
This workshop details the essential components of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). It is designed to help participants understand the document, participate effectively in IEP meetings, and address any concerns. Audience: Parents and caregivers.
This session explains the special education process, detailing parental rights and responsibilities. Participants will also learn how to identify goals for their student and use advocacy strategies to help them succeed. Audience: Parents of students in special education.
This workshop addresses the transition from school to adult life, focusing on setting goals within the IEP process. Parents and students will learn about community resources to help establish linkages for a successful future. Audience: Parents and students.
This session explains the special education process, detailing parental rights and responsibilities. Participants will also learn how to identify goals for their student and use advocacy strategies to help them succeed. Audience: Parents of students in special education.
