Description:

This training will be provided by MPACT. The information discussed in this training will help parents and youth understand the importance of planning for life after high school. Hands-on activities are provided for youth middle school to high school to practice using skills for problem solving, goal setting, and participation in their IEP meeting. Materials include information about Self Determination, and Self Advocacy Skills, including the importance of youth participating in their own IEP Meetings. 

Instructor(s)

Alisha Ogden

Family Training Specialist

Taryn Meek

Taryn is a Family Training Specialist at FosterAdopt Connect. She has a training, and education background. She has over 5 years of experience within the foster care community. Her and her husband are currently licensed foster parents, and are adoptive parents.

Course curriculum

  1. 1

    • Live Webinar Link
  2. 2

    • MPACT- Parents Facilitate and Youth Take Action Graduation Requirements for Students in Missouri Public and Charter Schools. - Survey