In October 2011 we organised workshops for parent carers with Hil Gibb.
These workshops took place in Lincoln over three weeks and covered subjects such as Effective Communication, Understanding Strategies and Space for self. They were very successful and will hopefully be repeated in the near future around the county.
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Parent Workshops (Brian Lamb)
September 2011
Brian was invited to Lincolnshire by the LPCC to talk to parents and professionals about the current developments in Special Educational Needs
and how parents can become more involved.
Brian's presentation covered the following subjects:-
The Background to SEN
The Green paper
SEN and over identification
Assessment
Joint Planning
Personalised Budgets
Parental Involvement
Parental Satisfaction
Local Offer
Over 50 parents and professionals attended our two events. View Report
Parent Workshops
(Steven Broach - public lawyer)
June 2011
In June Steve was invited to come to Lincolnshire by the LPCC to talk to parents and professionals about the law surrounding children with disabilities and special educational needs.
The subjects he covered during his four sessions were as follows:-
Education
Social Care/Health
Point Human Rights –Article 8 (family and private life)
Consultation
Disability Equality Duty
Welfare Duties
Transition
Equality Act 2010
The Green Paper
Over 100 parents and professionals attended the four events.
Green Paper Consultation
The LPCC asked Parents and carers for their feedback regarding the Consultation on the Green Paper.
The feedback was collected via a number of questions asked through the network. The resulting feedback was compiled in a report.
Charitable Status
In April 2011 the LPCC became a Registered Charity.