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Share Your Thoughts on Special Education in Connecticut!

Sponsoring Organization: The CT General Assembly Special Education Committee
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
5:00-7:00pm
No cost

The Connecticut General Assembly Special Education Committee invites all stakeholders to share their thoughts on special education in Connecticut! ??
The CT General Assembly Special Education Committee want to hear from you about funding, outplacement, and staffing in special education. Don't miss this opportunity to make your voice heard!
? Listening Session Dates & Locations:
✅ Tuesday, Feb 4 | 5:00-7:00PM – Norwich, CT (Three Rivers Community College, B Wing, Room 127)
✅ Thursday, Feb 6 | 5:00-7:00PM – Winsted, CT (Northwestern Community College, Second Floor of Founders Hall)
✅ Tuesday, Feb 11 | 5:00-7:00PM – Bridgeport, CT (Housatonic Community College, Room 214 in Beacon Hall)
✅ Thursday, Feb 13 | 2:00PM – Hartford, CT (Legislative Office Building, Room 2A)
? Can't attend in person? Scan the QR code for Zoom access, driving directions, and parking info.
Your input is invaluable—let’s work together to improve special education in our state! ?️✨
#SpecialEducation #EducationMatters #CTEducation #ListeningTour #Advocacy #InclusiveEducation

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CPAC Programs and Services

Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center

Parent Training and
Information (PTI) Center

Parent Centers provide a variety of services including one-on-one support and assistance, workshops, publications, and websites.

Family Connections

Family
Connections

Family Connections is for parents in CT who have a child with a disability, ages birth to three years old who are receiving services through Connecticut's Birth to Three System.

Collaboration Between Families and Schools

Collaboration Between
Families and Schools

CPAC continues to be a resource to families and schools to help build positive relationships at the individual, school or district level.

REAL Transition Partners

Youth Advisory Board & REAL Transition Partners

A collaboration between all 26 Region A parent centers, provides innovative services that involve diverse youth/young adults with disabilities and their families.

Next STEPs

Next
STEPS

This 8 session series helps parents and professionals gain the skills necessary for them to be effective members at the Planning and Placement Team meeting (PPT).

Training for Parents & Professionals

Training for
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Training workshops which can be tailored to meet individual group needs and interests. Workshops can also be presented in Spanish.