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Connecticut's Resource for Children with Disabilities;
Empowering and Educating Families

Event Details

Supporting Literacy for English and Multilingual

Sponsoring Organization: CPAC
Monday, April 6, 2026
6:00-7:30 PM
No cost

Join us for an engaging and informative session focused on strengthening literacy outcomes for English Learners (ELs) and Multilingual Learners (MLs). This event will explore effective, research-based practices that support language development while building strong reading skills across settings. Participants will understand how language learning connects to reading and writing, learn simple strategies to build comprehension and vocabulary, and explore ways to create inclusive classrooms that value students’ languages and cultures. Designed for educators, families, and community partners, this session will provide practical tools and actionable strategies to ensure all learners have equitable access to high-quality literacy instruction. Presenters: Dr. Gladys Labas Ed. D, and Nitza Diaz, Candelo State Education Resource Center (SERC) Consultant

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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.