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QPAC hosts presentations, workshops, and other events on special education and disability-related topics throughout the school year! All presentations are free and open to the public.

Presentations and events scheduled for the 2010 - 2011 school year:

Avenues to Success in Quincy Public Schools
September 14, 2010, 6:30 pm at
Broad Meadows Middle School
Help us kick off the school year with a presentation by Judy Todd, Director of Special Education, and her staff! Attendees will receive an overview of special education programs in the Quincy Public Schools, and learn about the curriculum, strategies, and technologies being utilized within these programs. Ms. Todd and her staff will also provide an update on major changes within the Special Education Department.  
 
Special Education - What You Need to Know
November 1, 2010, 6:30 pm
at Broad Meadows Middle School
Join QPAC for an introduction to the special education process. Participants in this workshop will gain an understanding of parents rights and responsibilities under state and federal education laws, as well as tips for working collaboratively with school personnel. An opportunity for participant questions will follow the presentation.

Understanding Psychological and Neuropsychological Evaluations
December 1, 2010, 6:30 pm
at Broad Meadows Middle School
Parents and educators are encouraged to attend this seminar exploring psychological testing in educational and health care environments, presented by Dr. Joseph Moldover. Attendees will learn about the types of evaluations available, what is done during an evaluation, and how to interpret an evaluation report. Time will be allotted for participant questions and discussion. Dr. Joseph Moldover is an experienced clinical psychologist specializing in developmental neuropsychology. His work focuses on building a complete understanding of an individual’s learning and behavior through the use of psychological and neuropsychological assessment techniques, psychotherapy, and school consultation. For more information about Dr. Moldover and his practice, visit www.drmoldover.com.

Helpful Homework Hints
February 1, 2011, 6:30 pm
at Broad Meadows Middle School
Is homework a hassle in your home? Then join us as we host Eric Clark for this informative workshop offering helpful hints on reducing the stress of homework for your child. Parents will learn practical ideas and strategies to help with homework, encourage effective organization and study skills, and support their child's academic success. Mr. Clark is the founder and director of Quincy Tutoring, a local tutoring service offering one- He also serves as the Assistant Director of Academic Services at Eastern Nazarene College and is a former Quincy Public Schools teacher. For more information about Eric Clark and Quincy Tutoring, visit www.quincytutoring.com.

To Be Announced at Broad Meadows Middle School
April 4, 2011, 6:30 pm

Past Presentations

Avenues to Success
February 1, 2010 presentation by Judy Todd, Director of Special Education for Quincy Public School
Avenues to Success Presentation Avenues to Success Presentation
  
Transition 101
February 5th, 2009 presentation by the Federation for Children with Special Needs
Transition; Planning the Next Steps for Youth 14-22 View the Transition 101 Presentation

Behavior Management Training for Parents
January 15, 2009 presentation by Jennifer Rutland, BCBA, of RCS Behavioral and Educational Consulting
Parent Behavior Management Presentation Parent Behavior Management Presentation

An IEP for My Child
December 4, 2008 presentation by the Federation for Children with Special Needs
An IEP for My Child
View the An IEP for My Child Presentation
IEP Writing Guide IEP Writing Guide  

Parents Rights and Procedural Safeguards
November 6, 2008 presentation by Judy Todd, Director of Special Education for Quincy Public Schools
Parents Rights Presentation Parents Rights Presentation
Presentation Note-Taker Presentation Note-Taker
 
Program Quality Assurance Services and Coordinated Program Review
October 24th, 2007 presentation by Lynne Summerill, PQA Liaison
PQA Presentation 
PQA Presentation
 
Insights from the Reading Brain for Children with Dyslexia
April 28, 2007 presentation by Dr. Maryanne Wolf
Insights from the Reading Brain for Children with Dyslexia  
Insights from the Reading Brain for Children with Dyslexia Presentation
 
PAC Training Institute
November 18th, 2006 presentation by Suzanne Gervais of MassPAC 
PAC Institute  PAC Institute
  
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