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MISSION EMPOWER - NAMI Richard Walter - Current Programming W4 - May 12
2021-05-12 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Wendi, Mission Empowers Parent Coordinator and Richard from Nami will be discussion upcoming programming through NAMI. Wendi will dig deeper about their services.Then we will have a Q&A session for all of our live session viewers. You don’t want to miss this!
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Erie County provides education and support of mental illness for individuals and families in an effort to improve the public’s awareness and understanding of mental health.

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2021 SPAN Parent Leadership & Advocacy Virtual Conference - May 13
2021-05-13
Speak Up!
Take Action!
Create Change!
Improving Systems for Families!
Tuesday May 11 and Thursday May 13, 2021
The agenda is set! Take a look at the graphic below and you will see that the 2021 SPAN Parent Leadership and Advocacy Virtual Conference will be chock full of valuable information to advance your Parent Leadership work in 2021 and beyond.
The SPAN Parent Leadership and Advocacy Virtual Conference is a statewide conference for and about meaningful Parent Leadership across New Jersey’s education, health, mental health, family support, human services and child welfare systems.
To Register: Click this link
Sponsors and Exhibitors: Click this link
If you have any questions, please email Nicole Pratt at npratt@spanadvocacy.org
For Sponsors and Exhibitors, please email Lanisha Makle-Ridley at lmakleridley@spanadvocacy.org

CADRE Webinar - Exploring Implicit Bias and Microaggressions in Special Education - May 18
2021-05-18 11:30 - 16:00
On, May 18, 2021, from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM PT (2:30 PM – 4:00 PM ET), CADRE will host a free webinar, Exploring Implicit Bias and Microaggressions in Special Education., presented by Jason Harper, Founder of Harper Conflict Resolution, LLC.
REGISTERING:
Please register for the free webinar. Details about how to join the webinar will be sent to you upon registration. (If you’re unable to join, a recording will be available on the website.)
ABOUT THE WEBINAR:
Unconscious bias is the result, in part, of the human brain’s need to categorize and store vast amounts of information. While everyone has unconscious biases, it can create problems when they surface in our evaluations and decisions. In Special Education, our implicit biases can alter our decisions regarding who we assess, who we believe, and how we evaluate cases. Further, it is important to understand how microaggressions can affect our parties, clients, and colleagues, leaving them with negative encounters over our seemingly innocuous statements. This presentation will deepen knowledge and skills in the area of implicit bias, microaggressions and how to mitigate those factors when evaluating cases or working with families.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER:
Jason Harper is the founder of Harper Conflict Resolution, LLC. He specializes in Education and Employment mediation utilizing a collaborative approach. In addition, Jason is an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) consultant, conflict management coach, adjunct professor, and trainer. Most notably, Jason is the ADR Consultant for the Los Angeles County Office of Education, providing mediation and conflict resolution services to over 50 school districts and charter schools.

He is a Lecturer in Law at the University of Southern California, Gould School of Law teaching on Cross-Cultural Dispute Resolution and an Adjunct Professor of Mediation at Pacific Coast University, School of Law. Jason has also provided mediation and conflict resolution training for organizations such as the Western Justice Center and the International Visitors Council, training adults from over twenty different countries. Jason has been recognized by the California State Senate and the United States Congress for his mediation trainings.
This webinar will be recorded.
View past CADRE webinar recordings
Please note: If interested, you may email cadre@directionservice.org and we will update you on upcoming CADRE webinars and provide you with an opportunity to give us feedback.

PA Parent Family Alliance Webinar - Feeling Safe When the Sky is Falling: Helping Pre-School and Elementary School Children through a Global Pandemic - May 18
2021-05-18 19:30 - 20:30
This presentation looks at the impact of the pandemic on young children and uses what we know about resilience in order to help caregivers support their children’s healthy development despite the condition of the global pandemic.
Audience: parents of young children, teachers working with children to elementary age, others who work with families.
Presented by: Kristen Hennessy, Ph.D, is a licensed psychologist and trauma therapist specializing in the treatment of children with histories of complex trauma. She has worked in Central PA for over the past decade, and speaks locally and internationally on topics regarding the treatment of children with histories of complex trauma.
Presented in partnership with BHARP, System of Care Project. This event is funded, in part, under grant # 1H79SM08194-02 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), US.
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MISSION EMPOWER - GECAC Summer JAM W4 - May 19
2021-05-19 15:00 - 16:00
Summer is going to be here before we know it. Our teens are going to want some extra money, right? Well here is you chance to learn about the GECAC’S summer JAM. Summer JAM is GECAC’s program to help youth connect with local employers for the perfect summer job. Watch this W4 for more information about this great community program.

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PEAL Center and PA Dept of Health's Youth and Family Leadership Symposium - May 20-22
2021-05-20 - 2021-05-22
We are partnering with the PA Department of Health to host the first Youth and Family Leadership Symposium on May 20-22, virtually. We are inviting youth and family members from across PA who have leadership experience and want to grow their leadership voice to impact systems that serve children, teens and young adults with disabilities and special health care needs.
Through interactive sessions scattered across 3 days, join leaders from all over the state and elevate your voice to create change. Together, we will engage with leadership experts, family panels, youth and caregivers during breakouts.
Some of the sessions include: “Finding your Leadership Rhythm,” “Building Networks with Purpose,” “Being the Only ‘Dad’ in the Room,” and “Expanding the Vision of Family Leadership.” Sessions will be held during the day and in the evening, as well as Saturday morning. Sessions will be recorded if you are not able to attend one of them, but live attendance is preferred.To RSVP, go to http://LeadershipSymposium2021.eventbrite.com.
We are anticipating diverse participants from various areas of Pennsylvania who bring a wealth of experience to attend. If you desire to grow in your leadership journey with us, please join us May 20th, 21st, and 22nd!
Come and “Bring Your Voice: Share Your Vision!” with us! You don’t want to miss it!
If you have any questions, contact kbrinkley@pealcenter.org.

PA Parent Family Alliance Webinar - Learning to Fly While Locked Down: Helping Middle and High Schoolers Through a Global Pandemic -
2021-05-20 19:30 - 20:30
This presentation will explore the unique developmental challenges of middle and high school students during a pandemic. We will explore how caregivers can support the healthy development of their adolescents despite the difficulties of the pandemic.
Audience: parents of middle and high school students teachers, others who work with families.
Presented by: Kristen Hennessy, Ph.D, is a licensed psychologist and trauma therapist specializing in the treatment of children with histories of complex trauma. She has worked in Central PA for over the past decade, and speaks locally and internationally on topics regarding the treatment of children with histories of complex trauma.
Presented in partnership with BHARP, System of Care Project. This event is funded, in part, under grant # 1H79SM08194-02 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), US.
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MISSION EMPOWER - IU5 Free Food Program W4 - May 26
2021-05-26 15:00 - 16:00
Summer is almost here. Mission Empower understands that summer brings some challenges for some families..Summer means an increase in the grocery bill. You might be struggling a bit because COVID brought its own circumstances to you. Mission Empower brings you this W4 to help you find the nutritional resources for your family throughout the summer.
Registration:
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MISSION EMPOWER - Introduction to the IEP Binder W4 - June 2
2021-06-02 15:00 - 16:00
Wendi introduces us to the IEP binder. What the IEP binder is. How to build the IEP binder. Making an IEP binder is a great way to keep information organized and ready when you need it. An IEP binder can help you prepare for IEP meetings and stay up to date on your child’s progress. This powerful tool can also help you communicate and collaborate with teachers and your child’s IEP team.
Registration
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Zoom
Meeting ID: 894 2546 9913
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MISSION EMPOWER - Make Mental Health Work for You W4 with NAMI - June 9
2021-06-09 15:00 - 16:00
NAMI with Rich – Make Mental Health Work for You. More than half of people with mental illness don’t receive help for their disorders. Often, people avoid or delay seeking treatment due to concerns about being treated differently or fears of losing their jobs and livelihood. That’s because stigma, prejudice, and discrimination against people with mental illness are still very much a problem.
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MISSION EMPOWER - Transition Goals, Activities, and Services in the IEP W4 with PEAL Center - June 16
2021-06-16 15:00 - 16:00
Wendi is going to discuss transition goals, activities, and services in the IEP. This part of the I.E.P can be overwhelming for some families. Mission Empower would like to help ease your concerns by offering this W4. The mission of the PEAL Center is to educate and empower families to ensure that children, youth, and young adults with disabilities and special health care needs to lead rich, active lives as full members of their schools and communities.
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MISSION EMPOWER - What is Art Therapy W4 with Sheila Lorenzo - June 23
2021-06-23 15:00 - 16:00
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MISSION EMPOWER - Big Borthers and Big Sisters Program with Daniel Stone - June 30
2021-06-30 15:00 - 16:00
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Qualifying for Special Education | Training Hosted by Northwestern School District | January 7, 2025
2025-01-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Northwestern Administration Building, 100 Harthan Way, Albion, PA, 16401, United States
Mission Empower is partnering with Northwestern School District for:
3 Training Workshop Classes!
When?
January 7, 2025 & February 11, 2025 & March 11, 2025
4:00 pm-5:00 pm

QUALIFYING FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION
INDIVIDUAL EDUCATION PLAN
DISCIPLINE AND COLLABORATION TIPS

Where?
Northwestern Administration Building
Northwestern School District
100 Harthan Way
Albion, PA 16401
Who do I contact with questions?
Conny James
Parent Center Director, Associate Director,
Lead Trainer and Advocate

Individual Education Plan (IEP) | Training Hosted by Northwestern School District | February 11, 2025
2025-02-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Northwestern Administration Building, 100 Harthan Way, Albion, PA, 16401, United States

Human Trafficking Presentation Hosted by Crime Victim Center | March 5, 2025
2025-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Date:
March 5, 2025
6:00pm-7:00pm

Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88013251979?pwd=[REDACTED]

Event Flyer:

Human Trafficking Presentation PDF

Discipline & Collaboration Tips | Training Hosted by Northwestern School District | March 11, 2025
2025-03-11 16:00 - 17:00
Date:
March 11, 2025
4:00pm-5:00pm
Where?
Northwestern Administration Building
Northwestern School District
100 Harthan Way
Albion, PA 16401
Who do I contact with questions?
Conny James
cjames@missionempower.org
Parent Center Director, Associate Director,
Lead Trainer and Advocate

Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82711588383?

Survey Link:

Video Recording – Parent Training
Jotform Survey Link

Event Flyer:

3 Training Workshop Classes PDF

Safe Journey - The Effects of Domestic Violence on Children and Youth Training | November 19, 2025
2025-11-19 10:00 - 11:00

Safe Journey - Understanding Teen Dating Violence Training | November 26, 2025
2025-11-26 10:00 - 11:00

Safe Journey - Orange Circles Training | December 3, 2025
2025-12-03 10:00 - 12:00
