Woodsmall Law Group is proud to sponsor a series of special
education workshops designed to help parents and service
providers navigate the special education process. Most
workshops are provided at no cost to the attendee.
Upcoming Workshops
Past Workshops
Date: April 26, 2008
Walk Now For Autism - Los Angeles
Time: 8:00 AM
Location: The Rose Bowl - Pasadena
This is our fifth year participating in Walk Now. We will also be hosting an information booth at the event.
Date: April 19, 2008
Inland Empire – TACA Parent Meeting
Preparing for your child’s IEP &
Goal Writing & the IEP – Tips and strategies for drafting quality goals
Time: 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Location:
Grove Community Church
19900 Grove Community Drive
Riverside, Ca 92508
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please contact (626) 440-0028 x222
Date: April 11, 2008
Julie Ann Singer Therapeutic School
IEP Goals - Helpful Tips and Suggestions for a Successful IEP Meeting
Mark Woodsmall, Esq.
Time: 1:15pm-2:50pm
Location:
Vista Del Mar (Julia Ann Singer Therapeutic School)
3200 Motor Avenue
Los Angeles, Ca 90034
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please contact (626) 440-0028 x222
Date: April 10, 2008
Los Angeles – TACA Parent Meeting
IEP Goals - Helpful Tips and Suggestions for a Successful IEP Meeting
Mark Woodsmall, Esq.
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location:
Immanuel Presbyterian Church
3300 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, Ca 90010
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please contact (626) 440-0028 x222
Date: April 9, 2008
In Collaboration with Autism Spectrum Therapies
IEP Basics - Helpful Tips and Suggestions for a Successful IEP Meeting
Mark Woodsmall, Esq.
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
Location:
Embassy Suites
211 East Huntington Drive
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 445-8525
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please contact (626) 440-0028 x222
Date: February 29, 2008
South Pasadena - Parent to Parent Special Needs Support Group
IEP Basics - Helpful Tips and Suggestions for a Successful IEP Meeting
Mark Woodsmall, Esq.
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location:
Lindamood Bell Clinic
959 East Walnut, Suite 110
Pasadena, CA 91106
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please contact (626) 440-0028 x222
Date: November 16, 2007
Ventura County Autism Society - Parent Talk Night
IEP Basics - Helpful Tips and Suggestions for a Successful IEP Meeting
Mark Woodsmall, Esq.
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
Location:
Channel Islands Social Services
900 Calle Plano, Suite K
Camarillo, CA 93012
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please contact (805) 492-9743
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Date: December 1, 2007
Dual Workshop
Feeding Tips for Your Picky Eaters
Laura Hogan-Reyes, MA, OTR/LSWC
Securing Innovative Services & Therapies
Mark Woodsmall, Esq.
Time: 10:00am-1:00pm
Location:
Center for Developing Kids
200 E Del Mar Suite 112
Pasadena Ca 91105
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please contact (626) 440-0028 x222
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Date: January 19, 2008
Dual Workshop
Lindamood Bell - Learning Processes; Intensive instruction for students with learning difficulties associated with dyslexia, hyperlexia, and autism
Monica McDermon, Center Director
Securing Innovative Services & Therapies
Mark Woodsmall, Esq.
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Location:
Lindamood Bell Clinic
959 East Walnut, Suite 110
Pasadena, CA 91106
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please contact (626) 440-0028 x222
Securing Innovative Therapies & Services Navigating the School District and Regional Center Service Delivery Models.
Date: August 19, 2007
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Breakout Speaker
"Back to School" Aspergers-Autism Conference
Cost: This is a Pre-Register Conference - Regional Center funding may be Available. For more information or to register please visit:
Securing Innovative Therapies & Services Navigating the School District and Regional Center Service Delivery Models.
Date: August 19, 2007
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Breakout Speaker
"Back to School" Aspergers-Autism Conference
Cost: This is a Pre-Register Conference - Regional Center funding may be Available. For more information or to register please visit:
Autism Conferences
IEP Basics - Helpful Tips and Suggestions for a Successful IEP Meeting
Date: April 7, 2007
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Down Syndrome Association of Orange County
151 Kalmus Drive, Suite M-5 Costa Mesa, CA 92626Cost: This is a free workshop
To Register: Please Call (626) 440-0028
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
IEP Basics - Helpful Tips and Suggestions for a Successful IEP Meeting
Date: April 12, 2007
Time: 7:00 PM-10:00 PM
Location: TACA - Los Angeles
3300 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Cost: There is no charge for this event
To Register: (626) 440-0028
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
IEP Basics - Helpful Tips and Suggestions for a Successful IEP Meeting
Date: April 18, 2007
Time: 7:00 PM -
Location: Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles
Presbyterian Hospital
12401 East Washington Boulevard, Room B/C
Whittier, CA
Cost: There is no charge for this event
To Register: (626) 440-0028
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
IEP Basics - Helpful Tips and Suggestions for a Successful IEP Meeting - In collaboration with Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST)
Date: April 26, 2007
Time: 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Location: Ayers Hotel
14400 Hindry Avenue
Hawthorne, CA
(405 Freeway & Rosecrans Avenue)
Cost: There is no additional charge for this event
Availability: This conference is hosted by AST. They have graciously opened the workshop to the public at no cost.
To Register: (626) 440-0028
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Walk Now For Autism - Los Angeles
Date: April 28, 2007
Time: 8:00 AM
Location: The Rose Bowl - Pasadena
This is our fourth year participating in Walk Now. Team Andrew is still looking for walkers! Join Here We will also be hosting an information booth at the event.
Parent's Place Resource Fair
Date: April 29, 2007
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Cortez Park
2441 East Cortez Street West
Covina, CA 91791
This is our third year participating at the Fair. Drop by our booth and say hello!
Dual Workshop:
Floor Time with Dr. Esther B. Hess - Dr. Hess, a clinical pediatric psychologist, has over 24 years of experience treating children with special needs. This workshop, geared for both parents and professionals, explores the Floor Time technique made famous by Dr. Stanley Greenspan.
Innovative Therapies & Services and how to secure them: Advocacy strategies to keep your child's program on the cutting edge - Mark Woodsmall, Esq.
Date: April 30, 2007
Location: Gonda Research Building
UCLA Medical Center, Room 1357
695 Charles Young Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Park in Lot 9Cost: This is a free conference.
Attendance is limited to the first 80 registrants. To register, please call (626) 440-0028.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP
Date: June 5, 2007
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Family Focus Center
38733 9th Street, Suite T
Palmdale, CA 93550
Cost: There is no charge for this event
TO Register: Please contact (626) 440-0028
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Transition Planning for the Special Needs Child
Date: Sunday, August 19, 2007
Location: Autism Conferences - Back to School 2007
Pasadena City College
1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91106.
Cost: This is a paid conference. Check with your local area regional center for funding options.
IEP Basics - Helpful tips and suggestions for a successful IEP meeting
Date: February 8, 2007
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: ITS - Integrated Therapy Solutions
219 S. La Cienega Blvd. #409
Beverly Hills, CA 90211(310) 289-1157Cost: This is a free workshop
To Register: Please call (626) 440-0028
Anaheim Autism/Aspergers Conference
10:45 AM - IEP Basics - Helpful tips and suggestions for a successful IEP meeting
1:30 PM - Securing Innovative Therapies and Services. Strategies to keep your child's program on the cutting edge.
Date: February 11, 2007
Location: Anaheim Convention Center
Cost: Free for Conference Attendees. Contact your area Regional Center for funding options.
Dual Workshop:
10:30 AM - Proven Communication Techniques to secure the Services Your Child Needs - Julie Bently - Certified Coach
12:00 PM - Innovative Therapies & Services and how to secure them: Strategies to keep your child's program on the cutting edge - Mark Woodsmall, Esq.
Date: November 4, 2006
Location: Woodsmall Law Group Banquet Room; 301 North Lake Avenue, Second Floor, Pasadena, CA 91101
Cost: This is a free conference.
For Registration Information: Attendance is limited to the first 50 registrants. Register Here or call (626) 440-0028.
Back to School Autism/Asperger Conference
Breakout Sessions - IEP Basics and IEP Advanced
Date: Sunday, August 20, 2006
Location: Pasadena City College, 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91106.
Cost: This is a paid conference. Check with your local area regional center for funding options.
Pomona Valley Learning Disabilities Association
3rd Annual Summer Symposium Series
Date: August 18-19, 2006
Location: Ontario Airport Marriott
Cost: This is a paid Conference. Please check with your area regional center for possible funding options.
Planning For Your Child's Education: Goal Writing & the
IEP - Tips and Strategies for Drafting Quality Goals
Date: June 24, 2006
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Anaheim Hills Speech & Language
160 South Old Springs Road, Suite 100
Anaheim Hills, CA
Cost: There is no charge for this event.
RSVP: This workshop is open to the public
Lindamood Bell Learning Systems Information Session
Presented by Kelly Alston - Clinical Director
Lindamood Bell Learning Center - Pasadena
Date: June 22, 2004
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Woodsmall Law Group
301 North Lake Avenue, Suite 130
Pasadena, CA 91101
Cost: There is no charge for this event.
Please join us as we discuss the unique learning system designed by Lindamood Bell. This learning process is particularly beneficial to children affected with Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and Autism.
It addresses learning from a cognitive-sensory approach. This informal session is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to learn more about the program and to ask questions about it. Areas of focus include Reading, Oral Language Comprehension / Expression, and Written Language Skills in a variety of age ranges from preschool through high school.
RSVP: This workshop is open to the public
Report Writing for Professionals - In Service Training - Casa Colina
Date: June 14, 2006
Time: 8:30 AM
Location: Casa Colina
255 East Bonita Avenue Pomona, CA 91769-6001Cost: There is no charge for this event.
Availability: Staff Training - Private
The private physician or service provider's report is often a key factor in securing benefits for a special needs student. This workshop, geared for professionals, provides helpful tips & suggestions for effective report writing.The private physician or service provider's report is often a key factor in securing benefits for a special needs student. This workshop, geared for professionals, provides helpful tips & suggestions for effective report writing.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP - Casa Colina
Date: June 14, 2006
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Location: Casa Colina
255 East Bonita Avenue Pomona, CA 91769-6001 Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Assistive Technology & The Special Needs Child
Date: April 29, 2006
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Burbank Computers
401 South Glenoaks Blvd., Suite 204
Burbank, CA 91502
Cost: There is no charge for this event.
Planning For Your Child's Education: Goal Writing & the
IEP - Tips and Strategies for Drafting Quality Goals
Date: April 19, 2006
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Foothill Autism Alliance
Pasadena Child Development Associates
620 North Lake Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91101
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Family Law & the Special Needs Child
Date: March 29, 2006
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Pasadena Bar Association - Family Law Section
The University Club of Pasadena
175 North Oakland Avenue
Pasadena, California 91101-1713
Availability: This workshop is open only to members of the Pasadena Bar Association - Family Law Section
The family law practiioner needs to be aware of the significant issues related to IEP planning and the special needs child. This workshop, geared for family law attorneys, provides helpful tips & suggestions for effective representation of the special needs child.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP
Date: March 18, 2006
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Location: Anaheim Hills Speech and Language
160 South Old Springs Rd, Suite 100
Anaheim Hills, CA
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP
Date: March 9, 2006
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles
Pasadena Child Development Associates
620 North Lake Avenue, Pasadena, California
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Goal Writing & the IEP - Tips and Strategies for
Drafting Quality Goals
Date: February 23, 2006
Time: See Conference Schedule
Location: Working Together for Autism 2006
Autism Society of America Cost: There is no additional charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Conference Registrants - RSVP for this Seminar
Goals are the single most important part of the IEP. They determine the services needed and measure your child's progress from year to year. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for successful goal writing.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP
Date: February 23, 2006
Time: See Conference Schedule
Location: Working Together for Autism 2006
Aitsim Society of America Cost: There is no additional charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Conference Registrants - RSVP for this Seminar
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP (Basic Skills)
Date: December 3, 2005
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Cornerstone Speech & Language
711 Mission Street Ste B
South Pasadena, CA
Cost: There is no charge for this event
RSVP: This workshop is open to the public
Planning For Your Child's Education: Goal Writing & the IEP - Tips and Strategies for Drafting Quality Goals
Date: December 6, 2005
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Cornerstone Speech & Language
711 Mission Street Ste B
South Pasadena, CA
Cost: There is no charge for this event
RSVP: This workshop is open to the public
11th Annual DSALA Buddy Walk
Date: November 13, 2005
Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: The Santa Anita Race Track
This is our second year participating the DSALA Buddy Walk. Drop by our booth and say hello!
Planning For Your Child's Education: Goal Writing & the IEP - Tips and Strategies for Drafting Quality Goals
Date: November 12, 2005
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Center for Developing Kids 200 E Del Mar Blvd Ste 112
Pasadena, CA 91105
Cost: There is no charge for this event
RSVP: This workshop is open to the public
Report Writing for Professionals
Date: October 25, 2005
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: University of Southern California
Department of Occupational Therapy
1540 Alcazar Street, Los Angeles, CA 90089
Cost: N/A
Availability: Student Training - Private - RSVP for this Seminar
The private physician or service provider's report is often a key factor in securing benefits for a special needs student. This workshop, geared for professionals, provides helpful tips & suggestions for effective report writing.The private physician or service provider's report is often a key factor in securing benefits for a special needs student. This workshop, geared for professionals, provides helpful tips & suggestions for effective report writing.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP
Date: October 18, 2005
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location:
San Fernando Valley Down Syndrome Parent Support Group
St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church
Classroom # 7 15950 Chatsworth Street
Granada Hills, CA 91344
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: RSVP: This workshop is open to the public
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Goal Writing & the IEP - Tips and Strategies for Drafting Quality Goals
Date: July 30 & 31, 2005
Time: See Conference Schedule
Location: National Down Syndrome Congress, Hyatt Anaheim, CA
Cost: There is no additional charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Congress Registrants - RSVP for this Seminar
Goals are the single most important part of the IEP. They determine the services needed and measure your child's progress from year to year. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for successful goal writing.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP
Date: July 30 & 31, 2005
Time: See Conference Schedule
Location: National Down Syndrome Congress, Hyatt Anaheim, CA
Cost: There is no additional charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Congress Registrants - RSVP for this Seminar
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP
Date: May 23, 2005
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Briggs & Associates - 960 E Green Street - Suite 310 Pasadena, CA 91106
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP
Date: May 23, 2005
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Briggs & Associates - 960 E Green Street - Suite 310 Pasadena, CA 91106
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP
Date: May 13, 2005
Time: 12:15 - 1:45 PM
Location: Julia Ann Singer Center - 3321 Edith Street, Los Angeles, CA 90064
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Goal Writing & the IEP - Tips and Strategies for Drafting Quality Goals
Date: April 20, 2005
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles - Westside Regional Center - 5901 Green Valley Circle, Suite 320 Culver City, CA 90230-6953
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
Goals are the single most important part of the IEP. They determine the services needed and measure your child's progress from year to year. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for successful goal writing.
Report Writing for Professionals
Date: March 24, 2005
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Integrated Therapy Solutions - 291 S. La Cienega Blvd. Ste. 409, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
The private physician or service provider's report is often a key factor in securing benefits for a special needs student. This workshop, geared for professionals, provides helpful tips & suggestions for effective report writing.
Goal Writing & the IEP - Tips and Strategies for Drafting Quality Goals
Date: March 24, 2005
Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Integrated Therapy Solutions - 291 S. La Cienega Blvd. Ste. 409, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
Goals are the single most important part of the IEP. They determine the services needed and measure your child's progress from year to year. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for successful goal writing.
Planning For Your Child's Education: The IEP
Date: March 15, 2005
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Integrated Therapy Solutions - 291 S. La Cienega Blvd. Ste. 409, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a meeting held to design a unique and tailored education plan for your child. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful IEP meeting.
Triannual IEPs: A Parent's Guide
Date: March 10, 2005
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles - Pasadena Child Development Associates - 620 North Lake Avenue, Pasadena, California
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
This workshop focuses on the Triannual IEP and related assessments. This workshop provides helpful tips & suggestions for a successful Triannual IEP meeting.
Report Writing for Professionals
Date: March 7, 2005
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: SEEK Education, Inc. - 2050 Huntington Dr., San Marino, CA 91108
Cost: N/A
Availability: Staff Development - Private - RSVP for this Seminar
The private physician or service provider's report is often a key factor in securing benefits for a special needs student. This workshop, geared for professionals, provides helpful tips & suggestions for effective report writing.
Assistive Technology and the Special Needs Student
Date: March 7, 2005
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: SEEK Education, Inc. - 2050 Huntington Drive, San Marino, CA 91108
Cost: There is no charge for this event
Availability: Open to the Public - RSVP for this Seminar
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) mandates that Assistive Technology devices and services be provided to a student with a disability, if appropriate for his/her educational program. Any services a student is entitled to, including AT devices and services, must be funded by the district, not the student or his/her family. This workshop explores some of the possible ways to acquire AT for the eligible child.
Report Writing for Professionals
Date: February 28, 2005
Time: 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM
Location: University of Southern California Department of Occupational Therapy- 1540 Alcazar Street, Los Angeles, CA 90089
Cost: N/A
Availability: Student Training - Private - RSVP for this Seminar
The private physician or service provider's report is often a key factor in securing benefits for a special needs