Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center (ECAC)

Website https://www.ecac-parentcenter.org/

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  • Tool Time Tuesdays in July!: Fragile X Syndrome

    July is Fragile X Awareness Month! Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation (a change in the DNA structure) in the X chromosome. It results in a wide range of developmental, physical and behavioral problems and is the most common known cause of inherited developmental disability worldwide. The North Carolina Fragile X Foundation's mission is to improve the quality of life for those impacted by Fragile X through promoting awareness and understanding. Presented by: Steve Strom, President, NCFXF

    Free

  • When Behavior Gets In the Way: Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports

    Learn skills that will help parents and teachers to identify and understand challenging behaviors while creating an atmosphere for positive change and support. Discover how Functional Behavior Assessments and Positive Behavior Intervention Supports can work at school and at home.

    Free

  • Tool Time Tuesdays in July!: Assistive Technology

    Empowering Every Child Through Assistive Technology - Discover how assistive technology can help children with disabilities thrive at home, in school, and throughout the community. This presentation will cover real-life tools, myths vs. truths, and how to access resources. Presented by Nancy Giurato, Parent Educator

  • Tool Time Tuesdays in July!: Back to School

    Get Ready, Get Set, Back to School - During this session, we will discuss ways to get organized and prepared to begin a new school year. We will share resources to help introduce your child to new therapists and teachers as well as resources that will help you to communicate with your child's team. Presented by Anastacia Newton, Parent Educator

  • Top 10 Tips for Special Needs Financial Planning

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    Navigating special needs financial planning can seem overwhelming, but there are practical steps you can take to make it manageable. Join a free 60-minute webinar by Mike Davis of Legs Financial to learn 10 crucial tips for protecting benefits, maximizing resources, and building a secure future.
    Presented by Mike Davis

  • Top 10 Tips for Special Needs Financial Planning

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    Navigating special needs financial planning can seem overwhelming, but there are practical steps you can take to make it manageable. Join a free 60-minute webinar by Mike Davis of Legs Financial to learn 10 crucial tips for protecting benefits, maximizing resources, and building a secure future.
    Presented by Mike Davis

  • Being Your Child’s Best/Most Effective Advocate

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    Strong advocacy skills are critical as you work to ensure your child’s benefits from his/her education. Learn the steps to help you effectively advocate for your child’s needs. Remember, you are an equal partner in your child’s education.

    Free

  • Supplemental Aids/Services/Accommodations/Etc.

    The supplemental aids, services, accommodations and modifications on a child’s IEP can have a HUGE impact on their educational performance and day-to-day experience. We will discuss why it is important to not rush through this section of the IEP and the wide range of options available to meet each student’s unique needs.

    Free

  • Being Your Child’s Best/Most Effective Advocate

    Recurring

    Strong advocacy skills are critical as you work to ensure your child’s benefits from his/her education. Learn the steps to help you effectively advocate for your child’s needs. Remember, you are an equal partner in your child’s education.

    Free

  • Este taller brindará a los participantes información esencial sobre los requisitos establecidos en el Título VI en cuanto a cuándo, dónde y cómo las agencias que reciben fondos federales —como los sistemas de salud y educación— deben ofrecer servicios de interpretación en el idioma materno de las personas a las que atienden. Los participantes tendrán una comprensión más clara de sus derechos que al acceso lingüístico y contarán con herramientas prácticas para abogar por sus derechos.

    Free

  • Tool Time Tuesdays

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    10/7/25: Reimagining Support: A New Way to Learn and Transform Lives for Medically Fragile Kids - We will take a look at the new media channel for Advocates for Medically Fragile Kids NC and see how this tool can put more information into the hands of parents. Presented by Jenny Hobbs
    10/14/25: Virtual Meetings 101 - Virtual IEP meetings are occurring more and more frequently. In this webinar, we will explore how to navigate virtual meetings while still maintaining communication and collaboration. Join us for some tips and tricks as well as supporting resources. Presented by Anastacia Newton, Parent Educator
    10/21/25: From Incident to Insight: Actively Participating in a Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) - Your guide to a successful Manifestation Determination Review: prep, participation tips, and ECAC’s MDR Checklist. Presented by Mandy Sonnenberg, PTI Manager
    10/28/25: What is the Prior Written Notice and why does it matter? - Other than the Individualized Education Program (IEP), the Prior Written Notice (PWN) is one of the most important documents in the special education process. We will go through the PWN form and discuss why it is critical to make sure that it is accurate. We will also touch on other places where IEP team decisions are documented. Presented by Doreen Byrd, Lead Parent Educator

    Free

  • Tool Time Tuesdays

    Recurring

    10/7/25: Reimagining Support: A New Way to Learn and Transform Lives for Medically Fragile Kids - We will take a look at the new media channel for Advocates for Medically Fragile Kids NC and see how this tool can put more information into the hands of parents. Presented by Jenny Hobbs
    10/14/25: Virtual Meetings 101 - Virtual IEP meetings are occurring more and more frequently. In this webinar, we will explore how to navigate virtual meetings while still maintaining communication and collaboration. Join us for some tips and tricks as well as supporting resources. Presented by Anastacia Newton, Parent Educator
    10/21/25: From Incident to Insight: Actively Participating in a Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) - Your guide to a successful Manifestation Determination Review: prep, participation tips, and ECAC’s MDR Checklist. Presented by Mandy Sonnenberg, PTI Manager
    10/28/25: What is the Prior Written Notice and why does it matter? - Other than the Individualized Education Program (IEP), the Prior Written Notice (PWN) is one of the most important documents in the special education process. We will go through the PWN form and discuss why it is critical to make sure that it is accurate. We will also touch on other places where IEP team decisions are documented. Presented by Doreen Byrd, Lead Parent Educator

    Free