Our Mission
The mission of the Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center is to educate, support, and empower Connecticut's diverse families of children and youth with any disability or chronic conditions, ages birth to 26, and the professionals who serve them.
CPAC is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and language access for Connecticut families and youth with disabilities. We advocate at the federal, state, and local levels to help remove barriers that families and youth face when advocating for appropriate supports and services.
Our Vision
All families will have the confidence, knowledge and understanding they need to effectively advocate for their children and to partner with professionals to ensure the children and youth grow and learn to their full potential.
WHAT'S NEW
Registration is Open for Next Steps: CPAC's Parent Leadership Training Program
This eight-session intensive series is designed to help parents and professionals gain the skills and knowledge necessary for them to be effective members at the Planning and Placement Team meeting (PPT). This training series will prepare participants for a variety roles at the school, district, regional or state level. Participants will learn about the law related to education as well as state and federal level initiatives that impact students with disabilities and their education.
For more information click the link! https://cpacinc.org/programs-next-steps.aspx
How We Help
Every day, CPAC's Parent Consultants provide individual training, support and empowerment for parents and professionals who reach out to us with questions about the education of their children and students. We provide training programs at no cost to families and educators across the state. We make available a wide range of accessible online training and information on our website and through social media. We work with a wide range of partners to reach out to families, youth and educators to find and address the issues in the education and transition of students and young people from birth through age 26. CPAC is staffed by parents of children with disabilities who have training in, and personal experience with, the law and disability issues.
Online Learning
Opportunities
Webinars, Videos and
Modules.
Hot
Topics
Technology, school climate & bullying, inclusion, literacy, and more.
Newsletters &
Publications
Newsletters from CPAC and a Guide to Educational Terms (in English and Spanish).
Special
Education 101
Communication, eligibility, evaluation, legal rights, and more.
Key
Resources
Parent Support, Connecting Connecticut, Disability Specific and more
NEW Individualized
Education Program (IEP)
The IEP is the foundation for a student's education.
State & Federal
Resources
State and Federal Laws Supporting Students with Disabilities
Families & Schools
Working Together
Practices and Tools for Schools and Families
upcoming events
Carving Connections: AAC
Thursday, October 17, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
No cost
Carving Connections: A Discussion Exploring Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Human Rights
As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, we gather together in the spirit of growth and transformation. Join us for a discussion on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) as a fundamental human right.
Everyone has the right to communicate, be understood, participate in the community, and receive an education. Our panel of diverse interested parties will discuss how we can collaborate to empower voices and protect the rights of those who rely on the use of AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) in all areas of life—at home, school, and in the community.
In this inclusive and interactive session, we invite you to bring your questions, ideas, and your favorite warm drink, as we support and navigate the ever-changing landscape of AAC.
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