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Youth Advisory Board Meeting

Sponsoring Organization: CPAC's Youth Advisory Board
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM
No cost

Hey YOU! Yes,YOU! - Are you a young adult age 14–26? - Did you or do you have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 plan in school? - Want to make a difference and have your voice heard? Join the Connecticut Secondary Transition Youth Advisory Board (YAB)! ?️ Virtual Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of Every Month at 6:00pm ? A safe, welcoming space just for YOU. What’s in it for YOU? ?️ Be heard! ? Build friendships! ? Learn new skills! ? Shape your future! Why should you join? ✅ Learn self-advocacy & leadership skills ✅ Make friends and connect with others ✅ Share your ideas and experiences ✅ Have fun while making a real impact Be part of something awesome. Your voice matters. Your story matters. Come join the YAB — and let's grow together! ?

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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
Parents & Professionals

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