Course Description


Training:  CAM ECHO Training - August 2021: Educational Advocacy for CAMs (Educational Advocate / Surrogate Parent)

Educational Advocates also called Surrogate Parents, in the educational system are thoroughly discussed in this course.  Catherine Kanagy from The Monroe County Public Schools Exceptional Education Program, walks the participant through the process of becoming an Educational Advocate /Surrogate Parent  A few of the topics covered are Qualifications, Training, Responsibility and Liability of the Educational Surrogate/Parent.

In addition, the difference between an IEP (Individual Education Plan) and a 504 Plan are discussed. 


Guest Speakers:  

Catherine Kanagy-Leadership in Monroe County Public Schools Exceptional Education

Mark Coleman- CAMll, Trainer, Recruiter, Circuit 16-Monroe County


Original Webinar Date:  August 13, 2021


Training Specialists

Statewide Guardian ad Litem Training Team

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Course curriculum

  • 1

    CAM ECHO Training - August 2021

    • Educational Advocacy for CAMs (Educational Advocate /Surrogate Parent)

    • Quick Review