Williamsville Septsa

11/07/2025

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10/25/2025

UB researchers are testing an Al tool that gives parents feedback on shared storybook reading to boost children's communication. Families read with their child at home, upload 2-3 short videos per week for approximately 3-4 months and receive personalized coaching. Eligible families (child 3-5, IEP, minimally verbal) get a set of storybooks and a $100 virtual debit card at completion. complete this screening -

10/17/2025

Parent to Parent of NYS (www.ptopnys.org ) is hosting an event that you may like to attend. Jenna McClosky from NY ABLE will be the presenter.

NY ABLE allows individuals with disabilities and their families to save for qualified disability related expenses, without limiting their ability to benefit from federal benefit programs such as SSI, SSDI and Medicaid if certain terms and conditions are met. Join us for this webinar to learn more and how to get started.

Wednesday October 29th at 7:00. You must register at least 24 hours in advance to participate:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rD-g-1q8SK2wJ4xvI8HtBA #/registration

NY ABLE allows individuals with disabilities and their families to save for qualified disability related expenses, without limiting their ability to benefit from federal benefit programs such as SSI, SSDI and Medicaid if certain terms and conditions are met. Join us for this webinar to learn more an...

09/20/2025

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09/18/2025

Our Special Education Learning Series kicks off next month with Understanding Your Role In The Special Education Process!

This workshop is designed to equip parents and caregivers with the knowledge and tools to effectively navigate the special education process and become strong advocates for their child's educational needs.

Register for our FREE Virtual Workshop: https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/understanding-your-role-in-the-special-education-process/

09/18/2025

Caring for a loved one with a disability is a role filled with strength, sacrifice, and resilience — but no one should have to do it alone.

Our new Disability Care: Men's Support Group is an ongoing support group designed specifically for men who are caregivers to individuals with disabilities, whether they are fathers, brothers, spouses, partners, or friends.

Our new free virtual support group starts next month, October 2nd at 6pm via Zoom. Register to receive the Zoom link: https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/disability-care-mens-support-group/

09/18/2025

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The New York State Police is introducing a new tool to improve communication and help create safer, more positive interactions with people on the autism spectrum.

Key points:

The Autism Awareness Visor Card uses simple visual icons to support understanding during encounters.

Each patrol vehicle will carry a card, and the public can download/print one from the NYSP website.

The program will roll out statewide in the coming weeks.

Learn more and access the card here: https://troopers.ny.gov/news/new-york-state-police-introduce-autism-awareness-visor-card-program

09/10/2025

Camp Abilities! We have openings for our Outdoor Adventure camp this Saturday from 9am-3pm. Sign up if you can come!

09/10/2025

Learn more about the criteria for NYSAA eligibility, the type of assessments used to measure a NYSAA student’s performance and how often. Participants will understand how a NYSAA determination affects graduation options and plans for life after high-school.

Register for our FREE Virtual Workshop: https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nysaa-essential-information-for-families-of-students-with-disabilities-3/

09/10/2025

The Western Region PTA Special Education Committee along with Parent Network, and the WNY Literacy Alliance is excited to announce a special screening of the documentary The Right to Read in honor of Dyslexia Awareness Month.

📅 Date: Friday, October 3rd
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Roswell Park, Hohn Auditorium

This free event is open to the public and will include a panel discussion immediately following the film.

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/ozdbM7yCEJGCMK4VA

Together, we can raise awareness and spark meaningful conversations about literacy and dyslexia.

08/29/2025

The STAR workshop “Transition to Adulthood” will take place virtually from 10-11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13. Learn about the process for transitioning students who will graduate with a Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential, skills for a successful transition, and options for adulthood. Visit https://ow.ly/ybaQ50WM203 for more details.

08/29/2025

Youth with disabilities come hangout at the NWACC for a supportive and inclusive program designed just for you! Make some new friends and participate in various activities such as arts, crafts, sports and much more! Program is free of charge and held Wednesdays, starting September 10, 4:30pm-6:00pm at the Northwest Amherst Community Center. To sign-up, e-mail Jared Burns: jburns@amherst.ny.us.