Do you know your responsibilities under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)?
Is your staff knowledgeable and comfortable working with children and youth with disabilities?
Can your staff deal effectively with challenging behaviors?
Do you have a process for determining accommodations for children and youth with disabilities?
The Special Needs Inclusion Project (SNIP) provides free training for agencies funded by the San Francisco Department of Children, Youth and their Families (DCYF) on inclusion and disability-related topics. Three workshops will be offered that meet the DCYF standards for inclusion; 5 additional topical workshops will be offered throughout the year.
Training Calendar 2010-2011
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The Art of Inclusion
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September 17, 2010
November 5, 2010
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After school staff with no previous training on inclusion
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The Power of Positive Messages
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After school staff who work directly with children and youth
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I See What You Are Saying: Using Visual Supports
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January 21, 2011
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After school staff who work directly with children and youth
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The Art of Inclusion: Welcoming Children with Special Needs in Your After School Program
- learn basic information about the legal requirements for providing reasonable accommodations
- look at some practical steps to take to enroll and include children/youth with disabilities in your program
- learn more about the information and resources available to support YOU in creating an inclusive afterschool program.
This workshop meets the DCYF minimum standard requirements for Special Needs Inclusion.
WHERE
Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
1663 Mission Street, 7th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
Audience: After School staff who have not attended introductory inclusion training.
WHEN
September 17, 2010 and November 5, 2010 (choose one)
9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon
Decades of research show that when parents and caregivers are involved in their children’s lives, students have higher grades and test scores, better school attendance, decreased use of drugs and alcohol, and fewer instances of violent behavior. In addition, family participation in a child’s education is twice as predictive of the child’s academic success as family socioeconomic status. The workshop will explore ways of getting—and keeping—parents and caregivers involved in your program.
WHEN
April 8, 2011 - 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
WHERE
Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
1663 Mission Street, 7th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
The Power of Positive Messages: Helping Children and Youth Develop Positive Behavior
Building positive relationships in your after school programs is one of the most effect strategies you can use to improve everyone's experience - staff, kids and parents. This workshop will start you in the right direction. First, we'll look at how to "reframe" behavior and think about the strengths children and youth have, rather than what pops out as what is "wrong." Then, we'll explore and practice some easy strategies you can use throughout your program when giving directions, redirecting behavior and just plain talking with kids.
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October 15, 2010 - 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
WHERE
Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
1663 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
Custom Designed Workshops
We have a number of trainings available on inclusion and disability-related topics. If you would like to combine workshops or topics from the list, or create a customized course from the offerings listed, let us know! We can tailor your training to meet the needs of your program. Topics include:
- Task analysis and modifying activities
- Using a strength-based approach to support children’s behavior
- Tips and tools: Visuals supports for children with autism and other disabilities
- Supporting friendships in after school programs
- Learning about autism, learning disabilities or ADHD or other specific disabilities
SNIP TRAINING FAQs
What trainings are available?
We have a number of trainings available on inclusion and disability-related topics. All are listed above. If you would like to combine workshops or topics from the list, or custom make a course from the offerings you see there, let us know! We can tailor your training to meet the needs of your program.
How long is each workshop?
SNIP trainers are very flexible. We can provide training for as little as an hour, we can provide several hours of training, or we can conduct all-day workshops. We can also create a training series to take place over weeks or months. We’re willing to work within whatever time frame you have available.
What is the cost?
All trainings are free to San Francisco After School Programs
Where are the trainings located?
We can provide the training at our site or yours. Our training room can accommodate approximately 40 people.
What is the audience size?
We are equipped to present to groups of all sizes. Our trainers are happy to work with a small number of staff or a large group. We can conduct large “formal” trainings or attend staff meetings. Because our workshops are interactive, we require at least 10 participants for workshops at your program site.
How do I sign up?
To arrange free training or request further information, contact us at 415.282.7494 ext 105 (Alison Stewart).
