Grandparents and Others Relatives Raising Children Virtual Conference

Grandparents and Others Relatives Raising Children Virtual Conference: How to Help When Your Child is Struggling at School. Connect to the Area Agency on Aging of the Coastal Bend Zoom Meeting on Sept 18, 9:30–10:30 a.m. to hear Cynthia to teach you more about your rights ! Zoom Meeting ID: 824 2567 6305 Password:440155.

Are you tired of seeing the child in your care struggle with schoolwork and not know how to get help? Are you unsure of how to have the school staff listen and respond to your concerns?

Cynthia Singleton has been advocating effectively for her son as well as clients to get the programs and services they need in the public school for over 15 years. She sat on the state committee that wrote the Texas Autism Supplement, the guidelines of services that must be considered for students with autism. She is passionate about sharing her expertise with caregivers who are new to the special education process. She enjoys empowering caregivers with the knowledge and skills that can turn ARD/IEP discussions from “I’m sorry we don’t have the money for that” to “How much do you think your child needs?”

In this dynamic 60 min talk, attendees will learn:

• A basic overview of the special ed supports and services at school

• How to stop the school’s number one tactic to avoid providing services: stalling

• How to effectively request help for the student you care for

• Your rights and the rights of your student

• Local resources that can help when you’re not getting the answers that help