Free Seminar: How to Get the Most for Your Special Needs Child

Region 15 Parents of 504/IEP Plan Students (Region 15 PoP), is hosting “How Can I Get the Most for My Special Needs Child in the Public School System” by advocate Jennifer Weitz of JW Advocates LLC, also a Region 15 parent. The meeting will be on November 6, 2014 at 7 PM at 17 Gettysburg Rd., Southbury, CT, in the Traditions development.

Ms. Weitz says, “Did you know your child might be eligible for art therapy, music therapy, social skills training, individual support during extracurricular activities, special transportation and more—at no cost to you?” The seminar is open to everyone. After the seminar there will be an opportunity for discussion and questions. There will be free refreshments. Registration is not required, but would be appreciated. For questions, information, and to register, please contact Kim McNeill at 203-405-2239 or email kimbelry_anne_mcneill@yahoo.com.

“I am looking forward to learning and sharing strategies, successes, and struggles with fellow parents who want what’s best and fair for their kids with disabilities. Because it’s a local group, we can share tips specific to local schools,” said Kim McNeill, a member. “Not everyone realizes what schools are obligated to do for children from anti-discrimination laws that can help discover if a child is disabled and has special needs to providing services, support, and curriculum modification. It can be an a real eye-opener.”

Jennifer Weitz is a trained, professional, special needs advocate. She received her J.D. from Boston University School of Law and her B.A. from Brandeis University. She practiced corporate and trial law for several years, perfecting her advocacy and negotiation skills. Ms. Weitz is the mother of two children with Fragile X Syndrome and Autism. Her legal background and negotiating skills have led to success in her own children’s education experiences. For over a decade, Ms. Weitz has concentrated on using her skills and experience to help her family and others traverse the tangled web of special needs legislation. Find out more about Jennifer Weitz at www.JWAdvocates.com, emailing jweitz@JWAdvocates.com or calling Jennifer at 917-841-7915.

Region 15 Parents of 504/IEP Plan Students is a new group for parents of children in Region 15 schools to meet and learn from other local parents , help parents understand the rights of their children, and learn how to effectively advocate with the local schools. More information is available at www.facebook.com/groups/region15pop and region15pop.wordpress.com or from Kim McNeill at kimberly_anne_mcneill@yahoo.com or 203-405-2239.