The Office of Specialized Services hosts a series of workshops for eligible students and their families each school year.
Meet Your Student's IEP Team and Learn about the IEP Process
September 28, 2022 @ 5:00PM | 344 N. Felton Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
Learn about the IEP process, key points to remember, and practical tips to help make the meeting a positive team experience in helping support your student's education.
Disability Awareness
October 26, 2022 @ 5:00PM | 5501 Cedar Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143
A session for parents, teachers, and student to learn about disabilities and best practices to help students.
The IEP Process
November 16, 2022 @ 6:00PM | Virtual Meeting
Learn about the IEP process, key points to remember, and practical tips to help make the meeting a positive team experience in helping to support your student's education.
Inclusive Education
December 14, 2022 @ 6:00PM | Virtual Meeting - CANCELLED
Learn about inclusive education, including its goals and benefits, as well as, the type of learning options are available for students and way we work together to benefit all students.
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
January 18, 2023 @ 6:00PM | Virtual Meeting
Hear from the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) about early outreach initiatives and programs available to students.
Extended School Year
February 22, 2023 @ 6:00PM | Virtual Meeting
Learn about the criteria the school uses to determine eligibility for Extended School Year (ESY) as well as the type of learning that occurs during ESY.
State Testing Accommodations
March 22, 2023 @ 5:00PM | 344 N. Felton Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
Learn about the testing accommodations your student is afforded per their IEP or 504 Plan to help them be successful on state standardized assessments.
Student Self Advocacy and Post-Secondary Outcomes
April 18, 2023 @ 6:00PM | Virtual Meeting
Learn how to help your student self-advocate by making choices, attending IEP meetings, and organizing in preparation for life after high school including disability offices at college and employment network providers.
Transition Beyond High School - CANCELLED
May 17, 2023 @ 6:00PM | Virtual Meeting
Learn about the programs (i.e. Social Security Disability, Tickets-to-Work, County Assistance, etc.) and services available to students to help them prepare for life after high school.
