Palmetto Partnerships

What to Know As Your Young Adult Turns 18
2024-11-12 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | SC
This virtual session, with guest speaker Amber Lydford from SC Vocational Rehabilitation Department (SCVRD), will provide information and support for young adults with disabilities who are approaching turning 18. In this session, participants will learn about their rights and resources, including navigating health care services and transitioning from TEFRA Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), employment opportunities and more. Attendees will also learn more about what’s available through SCVRD and how to access services in their communities. Young adults over 17, parents with children of all ages and professionals are welcome to attend! Register!

Changing Problem Behavior into Positive Behavior
2024-10-24 11:30 - 13:00 | SC
Changing Problem Behavior into
Positive Behavior
Thursday, October 24
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Join us for the final session in our three-part series. Cindy Tomlinson will address types of behaviors, why it’s important to address, and how to handle. Come with questions as we discuss six important steps to change or manage behavior. The session is designed for parents and caregivers of children up to age 12–but all parents are welcome. This session is approved for 1.5 hours of Foster Parent Credit. Register!

Team Up to Teach Up: Supercharging Special Ed with Collaborative Superpowers!
2024-10-17 10:00 - 11:00 | SC
Registration
Participants must register to receive the webinar link. REGISTER NOW.

About the Program
Discover the transformative power of collaboration in special education! This engaging webinar will explore practical strategies for enhancing teamwork among educators, paraprofessionals, administrators, and parents to create a dynamic literacy learning environment. Learn how to overcome common challenges, leverage digital tools, and implement best practices that will elevate your collaborative efforts and ultimately boost learner success.
Target Audience: AT, Paraprofessionals, SpEd Administrators, SpEd Teachers, Practitioners

Identify and implement effective strategies to overcome common collaboration challenges, including communication breakdowns and role confusion in special education settings.
Develop a comprehensive plan to enhance parental engagement, utilizing a variety of communication methods and involvement opportunities.
Apply digital tools and consistent instructional frameworks to streamline communication and foster a cohesive team approach in supporting learners with complex needs.

About the Presenters

Trisha Johnson
Trisha Johnson has been an advocate for learners for the last 26 years and now serves as the president of Building Wings. She believes that ALL Means ALL and that all learners can learn reading, writing, and communication skills. She splits her time between Illinois and South Carolina. You can follow her on LinkedIn, X, and Instagram.

Accommodations
CART captioning is provided for all SCATP webinars. If you need an additional accommodation to participate, please contact us at least one week prior to the webinar via e-mail or by phone at 803-935-5263.
Webinars are recorded and archived on our training page.

How To Tuesday: All About TEFRA
2024-10-15 19:00 - 19:45 | SC
How to Tuesday:
All About TEFRA
Tuesday, October 15
7:00- 7:45 p.m.
Join the health care team for a conversation on TEFRA Medicaid, including a page-by-page review of the application and what to expect during the review process. Come with a copy of your application and questions for this 45 minute virtual session. Register!
Need the application? Download a copy here: https://www.familyconnectionsc.org/tefra-download/

White Cane Celebration Day
2024-10-15 13:00 - 14:00 | SC
Registration
Participants must register to receive the webinar link. REGISTER NOW.

About the Program
This hour-long webinar celebrates White Cane Day by highlighting the significance of the white cane as a symbol of independence and mobility for people who are blind or have low vision. The event will feature informative presentations on the history and importance of White Cane Day, personal stories from white cane users.

Participants will learn about the history and significance of the white cane and white cane day.
Participants will learn about the types of white canes including low- and high-tech options.
Participants will learn the benefits of using a white cane.

About the Presenter

Amanda Stolz, COMS/TVI
Amanda Stolz is the Chief Programs Officer of Adult Services at the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina. She has been a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist and Certified Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments for 15 years.

Accommodations
CART captioning is provided for all SCATP webinars. If you need an additional accommodation to participate, please contact us at least one week prior to the webinar via e-mail or by phone at 803-935-5263.
Webinars are recorded and archived on our training page.

Support Parent Training
2024-10-12 09:00 - 13:00 | SC
Support Parent Training
Saturday, October 12, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Are you a South Carolina parent/caregiver of a child with a disability? Would you like to become a volunteer Support Parent and offer emotional support to other parents who have a child with a similar diagnosis as your child?
This four-hour evidence-based training will give you the skills to help educate, inspire, and empower parents and their children to live rich, fulfilling lives. As a volunteer of Family Connection, a Support Parent provides emotional support and information to families of individuals with disabilities or other special needs. Attendees who complete the training will receive a certificate as well as additional opportunities for skill development and volunteer time during their year commitment with Family Connection of SC. Learn more and register!

Let's Explore: Clicker Writer
2024-10-08 10:00 - 11:00 | SC
Registration
Participants must register to recieve the webinar link. REGISTER NOW.
About the Program
In this webinar, Kyle demonstrates the core features of Clicker Writer. During the session, Kyle will:

Navigate participants through the core features of Clicker Writer

Speech Support, Word Prediction, Voice Notes, Analytics.

Explain how Clicker Grids enable students to write with whole words and phrases. Emerging writers build sentences word-by-word, while Word Banks provide scaffolding to support developing writers.

Target Audience: Special Education Teachers, Assistive Technology Specialists, Occupational Therapists
Participants will Learn:

How to utilize the ready-made resources created by our team of teachers
How to quickly scaffold and differentiate Clicker’s Writing Grids to meet individual learner needs
How to create custom writing resources (Sentence Sets, Connect Sets, Word Banks, Planning Boards

About the Presenter

Kyle Odierno
Education Sales Consultant and MBA student at Sacred Heart University

Life Care Planning: Making the Future More Secure for Your Family
2024-10-07 11:30 - 12:30 | SC
Life Care Planning: Making the Future More Secure for Your Family
October 7, 11:30 – 12:30 p.m.

Presented by Douglas A. Vogel, Special Care Planner, this session will review components of a Life Care Plan and recommended steps parents and caregivers can take to create one for their child with disabilities or specific health care needs.
This workshop will address protecting government benefit eligibility for Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid, creating special needs trusts, the importance of a will, guardianship, financial strategies including ABLE Accounts and preparing Letters of Intent.
Attendees will leave this session with a comprehensive overview of available resources and necessary tools to help develop their personal agenda to best meet the needs of their family.
Register!

Getting Started with Boardmaker 7 Subscription
2024-10-03 10:00 - 11:00 | SC
Registration
Participants must register in order to recieve the webinar link. REGISTER NOW.
About the Program
This course delivers instruction on essential featues that are part of a Boardmaker 7 Subscription; the Boardmaker Editor, myBoardmaker.com, and the Boardmaker Student Center.
Target Audience: Recommended for anyone that has not received formal training in Boardmaker 7.
Participants Will Learn:

How to use components together to maximize learning and efficiency.
Create, edit, find, play, and assign; all with your Boardmaker Subscription.
How to create activities from scratch and with Boardmaker templates.
How to find pre-made activities and curricula.
How to play and manage activities.

About the Presenter

John Gragnani – Tobii Dynavox
John Gragnani is the Director of Education Accounts for Tobii Dynavox (Boardmaker). He has worked for the past 14 years with organizations on how to acquire and implement Boardmaker, as well as, legacy Boardmaker versions for instruction. Prior to his work with Boardmaker, John was a Regional Director for Tobii Dynavox for 9 years working with individuals using high tech AAC to improve lives through greater communication. John was also Director of the UPC/Infinitec AT Center in Chicago and has been a sign language interpreter for over 20 years.

Helping Your Child Reach Their Potential
2024-09-26 08:00 - 13:00 | SC
Helping Your Child Reach Their Potential
Thursday, September 26
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Cindy Tomlinson will discuss the important role parents play in laying the foundations for children’s success at school and beyond. Learn the six tips to being an effective teacher at home. The series focuses on positive ways to promote children’s development, and is designed for parents and caregivers of children up to age 12–but all parents are welcome. Each session is approved for 1.5 hours of Foster Parent Credit. Register!

Family Live Chat from Parenting Special Needs: Helping your Anxious Child
2024-09-24 20:00 - 21:00 | SC
Many children live with anxiety and fears. In this family chat, families will have a chance to hear strategies from clinical psychologist Dr. Lauren Moskowitz whose research focuses upon parent-mediated approaches to improve the quality of life for anxious youth with IDD and autism. The event will be held on Zoom on September 24th from 8 – 9 PM.

QUESTIONS? Send Chantai@parentingspecialneeds.org any questions or challenges regarding accessing care for your loved one you would like addressed in this Family Chat.

Register here!

IDEA and McKinney-Vento Laws: Rights and Resources for SC Families
2024-09-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Lowcountry Conference Center, 406 Stigma Drive, Summerville, SC, United States
Coming to the Lowcountry:
Wednesday, September 18, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lowcountry Conference Center
406 Sigma Dr,
Summerville, SC 29486

Across South Carolina, more families are navigating raising a child with a disability while experiencing housing instability.
Join Family Connection of South Carolina to learn more about rights and resources for students under two federal laws, the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) and McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. This free, one-day training is open to professionals and family-serving organizations and will include an in-depth discussion on identification, coordination, and implementation in South Carolina. Register!

For questions or accommodations, email trainings@familyconnectionsc.org.

IDEA and McKinney-Vento Laws: Rights and Resources for SC Families: Summerville Location
2024-09-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Lowcountry Conference Center, 406 Stigma Drive, Summerville, SC, United States
Across South Carolina, more and more families are navigating raising a child with a disability while experiencing housing instability.
Join Family Connection of South Carolina to learn more about rights and resources for students under two federal laws, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. These free, one-day trainings are open to professionals and community-based organizations and will include an in-depth discussion on identification, coordination, and implementation in South Carolina.
Registration now open!
Check back for more details. For questions or accommodations, email trainings@familyconnectionsc.org.

Support Parent Training
2024-08-31 09:00 - 13:00 | Family Connection, SC, United States
Are you an SC resident and a parent/caregiver of a child with a disability or special healthcare need? Become a volunteer Support Parent and offer emotional support to other parents who have a child with a similar diagnosis as your child.
This four-hour evidence-based training will give you the skills to help educate, inspire, and empower parents and their children to live rich, fulfilling lives. Learn more and register!

IDEA and McKinney-Vento Laws: Rights and Resources for SC Families: Greenville Location
2024-08-28 09:30 - 12:30 | Childrens Museum of the Upstate, 300 College Street, Greenville, SC, United States

Positive Parenting for Children with a Disability
2024-08-22 11:30 - 13:00 | Family Connection, SC, United States
Cindy Tomlinson will present the seven key principles of positive parenting of a child with a disability. This first session in a three-part series will cover ways of creating a safe, positive, learning environment for your child. The series focuses on positive ways to promote children’s development, and is designed for parents and caregivers of children up to age 12–but all parents are welcome. Each session is approved for 1.5 hours of Foster Parent Credit. Register!

Understanding Your Child's IEP
2024-08-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Family Connection, SC, United States
New school year, new Individualized Education Plan (IEP)? Starting the 2024-2025 academic year, SC schools have a new IEP platform (EDPlan SC). Join Dr. Susan Thomas for a virtual session to help better understand your child’s IEP. We’ll cover purpose and required components, quality indicators of a well-written plan and how to measure success. Register!

IDEA and McKinney-Vento Laws: Rights and Resources for SC Families: Florence Location
2024-08-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Francis Marion University, 4822 East Palmetto Street, Florence, SC, 29501, United States
Are you ready to make a difference? Learn how to support SC families navigating disabilities and housing instability! Don’t miss this chance to empower yourself and your community. Spread the word and invite your friends and colleagues!
Why Attend?
Discover: Key rights and resources under IDEA and McKinney-Vento
Engage: In practical discussions on identification and implementation
Network: With fellow professionals and organizations
Bonus Perks:
Delicious boxed lunch
Fresh coffee and pastries from a local coffee shop
Earn Credits:
This training has been approved by three (3) Community Health Worker Continuing Education Units (CHW CEUs) by the SC Health Worker Association.
Social Work CEU credits pending approval from SC AHEC
Things to Know:
No Cost: There is no cost to attend.
Seats are Limited: Reserve your spot today!
Register in Advance: No registration at the door.
REGISTRATION OPEN NOW!
Don’t forget to share with your networks and be a part of change in SC. We want to get as many people as possible involved to educate and share this information with their communities across South Carolina.
Can’t make it to this event? Only two more in-person trainings! Find other training sessions throughout the state by visiting our website. For questions or accommodations, email trainings@familyconnectionsc.org.

Before the First Day of School
2024-08-01 18:00 - 18:30 | Family Connection, SC, United States
The first day of school is quickly approaching for all families! Not sure what information to share with your child’s teacher(s) or best communication methods?
Join Sally Baker, Director of Education, for a virtual session with helpful tips to effectively communicate with your child’s school or childcare center.
Register!

IDEA and McKinney-Vento Laws: Rights and Resources for SC Families: Lexington Location
2024-07-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Lexington Municipal Conference Center, 111 Maiden Lane, Lexington, SC, United States
Across South Carolina there are families who are navigating raising a child with a disability while experiencing housing instability.

Family Connection of South Carolina is hosting a series of summits for families and professionals working with families who would like to learn more about rights and resources for students under two federal laws: the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.

Each one-day summit is open to families, professionals, and community-serving organizations and will include an in-depth discussion on identification, coordination, and implementation in South Carolina.

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required, and tickets are limited.

Midlands Training date and location:
July 30th: Lexington Municipal Conference Center
111 Maiden Lane, Lexington
10am-2pm

Register!

Using Standard Video Magnifiers to Build Custom Solutions – Lunch & Learn
2024-07-23 12:00 - 14:00 | University of South Carolina – School of Medicine, Columbia, SC, United States
Type: In person
Date: July 23, 2024
Time: 12-2 p.m.
Cost: Free (Registration is required.)
Registration
About the Program
Target Audience: Educators K-12, Colleges, Universities, Community Colleges, Technical Colleges
Participants Will Learn:

Define four visual needs of your target audience.
Discuss how each product in the presentation can meet at least three of the visual needs of your target audience.
Recommend a system using two or more video magnifiers that meet the needs of your target audience.

About the Presenter
Kimberly Cline
Director of Sales, LVI America

If you have any questions about this upcoming event, please contact:
Tammy Wallace 803-935-5276
tammy.wallace@uscmed.sc.edu

Friday Night Laser Lights
2024-07-19 18:30 - 23:00 | South Carolina State Museum, 520 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Friday Night Laser Lights, sponsored by Prisma Health, at the South Carolina State Museum returns for cosmically cool fun this summer!
Enjoy special shows featuring lasers choreographed to iconic music inside the museum’s 55ft digital dome BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Planetarium.
Friday Night Laser Lights on July 19 includes:
Full dome laser planetarium showsCash Bar with craft beer selection, wine, specialty drink and non-alcoholic beverages.Delicious food for purchase from local food truck, Cheese and Thank You.
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TICKETS
Pricing is per person per show. Advance online ticket purchase is strongly recommended.
Gen. Public: $12
Members: $10
Get tickets at https://scmuseum.org/events/friday-night-laser-lights-july
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Show Schedule
Please note: Laser shows contain bright, flashing lights that may cause discomfort to those with light sensitivity or other pre-existing conditions. Some shows may use a water-based haze in order to enhance beam effects.

6:30 p.m. | Taylor Swift
Track List: 22, Anti-Hero, Love Story, Exile, Look What You Made Me Do, Willow, Lavender Haze, …Ready For It?, I Knew You Were Trouble, Bad Blood, Blank Space, You Belong With Me, We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, Shake It Off.
7:40 p.m. | Beyoncé *
Track List: Formation, Independent Women Pt 1, Naughty Girl, Halo, Don’t Hurt Yourself, If I Were a Boy, Crazy In Love, Single Ladies, Love on Top, Freedom, Survivor, Run The World.
8:50 p.m. | Taylor Swift
Track List: 22, Anti-Hero, Love Story, Exile, Look What You Made Me Do, Willow, Lavender Haze, …Ready For It?, I Knew You Were Trouble, Bad Blood, Blank Space, You Belong With Me, We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, Shake It Off.
10:00 p.m. | Lady Gaga – NEW!
Track List: Bad Romance, Perfect Illusion, Beautiful Dirty Rich, Paparazzi, Boys Boys Boys, Million Reasons, Telephone, Starstruck, Applause, Alejandro, Poker Face, Just Dance.

* Please note: this laser experience features strong language and adult themes that may not be appropriate for young audience members.

SC K-12 Digital Accessibility Boot Camp
2024-07-16 08:00 - 2024-07-18 17:00 | South Carolina Educational Television Headquarters, 1041 George Rogers Boulevard, Columbia, SC, United States
The South Carolina Assistive Technology Program (SCATP) and the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is hosting the South Carolina K12 Digital Accessibility Boot Camp on July 16-18, at SCETV, 1401 George Rogers Blvd., Columbia, South Carolina 29201. The boot camp is for all school district educators and staff. The training is free. Participants must register to attend.

Please use the following links:

Webpage: https://bit.ly/A11YBootCamp

Registration: https://bit.ly/SCK12A11Y

July 16th – Virtual/ In-Person (Hybrid)
July 17th – In-Person only
July 18th – In-Person only

Attend in person to:

Learn valuable information in interactive technology sessions
Network with other districts
Obtain free CEUs will be provided
Be entered to win cool door prizes
Visit the State Museum on us-more details to come for registrants

Lunch will be provided all 3 days.

Accessibility Morning - Esteban the Magnificent
2024-07-13 09:00 - 11:00 | South Carolina State Museum, 520 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Guests who are neurodiverse or have other disabilities are welcome to participate in the optional activities listed below, or explore museum exhibition galleries at their own pace.
An American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter, sponsored by Colonial Life, is available during the morning provided by certified interpreters through the SC School for the Deaf and Blind. Activities featuring ASL interpretation are noted (ASL) below.
General Admission to Accessibility Morning is FREE for participants. Online registration is encouraged at https://scmuseum.org/…/accessibility-morning-esteban…
Accessibility Morning Schedule:
9 – 11 a.m. | Open exploration of museum exhibitions.9 – 11 a.m. | American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter available.9 – 11 a.m. | Sensory Room offering a dedicated quiet space with a variety of tools for guests who may need to take a break during their visit to the museum.9 – 10 a.m. | Community Resource Partners – Get to know our program partners, learn more about their work, and see how they can be a resource for you and your family.10:30 a.m. | Character Meet-and-Greet with Esteban the Magnificent (ASL)9:45 a.m. | Select Sensory Show – TBD Planetarium Show (ASL) *

*Sensory Friendly Shows will alternate monthly between planetarium and 4D theater experiences. Shows feature lowered volume, however 4D experiences still include enhanced effects, including scents, bursts of air, rumbling seats, leg ticklers, bubbles and snow, lighting effects, and squirts of water. Accessibility Morning shows are free but space is limited.
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Under the Palms Annual Event
2024-05-02 18:30 - 22:30 | Florence Country Club, 450 Country Club Blvd, Florence, SC, United States

Coffee & Friends
2024-01-19 08:30 - 10:00, 2023-12-15 08:30 - 10:00, 2023-11-17 08:30 - 10:00 | SC

Sensory Santa
2023-12-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Trinity Oak Farm, 2151 Woodville Road, Florence, SC, 29501, United States
