12:30pm - 02:30pm  Understanding The IEP Process

Contact: https://includenyc.org/events/understanding-the-iep-process-10/

Learn about the fundamentals of the IEP process, including evaluations and eligibility, the roles and responsibilities of school staff and families, the various components of the IEP, and the transition planning process. Registration requested.

12:00pm - 01:30pm  Diploma and Credential Options for Students With Disabilities

Contact: https://includenyc.org/events/diploma-and-credential-options-for-student-with-disabilities-6/

This training will review New York State’s diploma and credential options for your child. Learn about the different options for students with disabilities and how diploma and credential options fit into transition planning and the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. Registration requested.

01:00pm  Enhancing Quality of Life for Aging Adults with Autism

Contact: https://www.autismspeaks.org/events/enhancing-quality-life-aging-adults-autism-webinar

An Autism Speaks discussion of quality of life issues of aging autistic adults and our efforts to address them. Topics include: Understanding aging and enhancing quality of life for older autistic adults; Evidence-based science needed to drive healthcare improvements; Enhancing Medicaid home and community based services (HCBS); and Supporting the autistic community throughout the lifespan. Registration requested.

03:00pm - 06:00pm  Free Blind Baseball Clinic

Location Heckscher Ballfields, #5, Central Park, NY (Mid-Park between 63rd and 65th streets)

Contact: https://lighthouseguild.org/events/visionary-committee-is-hosting-a-blind-baseball-clinic-fundraiser/ 3:00-6:00 pm

The Lighthouse Guild Visionary Committee invites you to try the adaptive sport of Blind Baseball. The U.S. Blind Baseball Association (USBBA), in partnership with the Visionary Committee, is hosting a clinic and optional scrimmage, followed by a picnic, with special guest. Blind Baseball is one of the many adaptive activities that give young people with vision loss a sense of belonging, a space to learn and challenge themselves, and an outlet to have fun. Registration requested.