Events

Our current selection of Events is shown below. If you have a suggestion for an event which should be added here, please see our Event Submission page.

Transition Tuesday

BRS Transition Counselors and Benefits Specialists
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
7:00
Cost: No cost
Location: Online

BRS Transition Counselors and Benefits Specialists

This session will review the process to request Benefits Counseling Services, and what Benefits Counseling can provide to the individual. This session will also include a brief overview of youth transition services and pre-employment services provided via BRS, and how we partner with districts, families, and comparable benefit programs to ensure continued vocational support into adulthood.

Presenters: Stephanie Trelli, Transition Counselor/Youth Services and Mary Ellen McGarry, Benefit Specialist

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Virtual Special Education Feedback Sessions

Tuesday, October 8, 2024
5:30pm
Cost: No cost
Location: Online

SPECIAL EDUCATION TASK FORCE FEEDBACK SESSIONS

The Special Education Task Force is a legislatively appointed committee that was assembled to study the provision and funding of special education in our state.
The Task Force has developed a report with their initial findings
During these virtual 90 min sessions, CPAC will summarize the findings and provide you with an opportunity to provide your feedback
Please register for one of the following virtual sessions
If you have any questions please contact 860-739-3089 or [email protected]

These 90-minute sessions will be facilitated by CPAC and the feedback received during these sessions will be shared with the Task Force.

Report of Findings of the Task Force to Study Special Education Services and Funding June 3, 2024: https://bit.ly/3TKl0wB

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Martes de Transición

Oficina de Servicios de Rehabilitación (BRS)
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
7:00
Cost: Gratis
Location: Virtual

Esta sesión revisará el proceso para solicitar servicios de consejería sobre beneficios y lo que esta consejería puede proporcionar al individuo. Esta sesión también incluirá una breve descripción general de los servicios de transición para jóvenes y los servicios previos al empleo proporcionados a través de BRS, y cómo nos asociamos con distritos, familias y programas de beneficios comparables para garantizar el apoyo vocacional continuo hasta la edad adulta.

Con Stephanie Trelli, Consejera de Transición/Servicios Juveniles y Mary Ellen McGarry, Especialista en Beneficios.

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Shaping the Future of Disability Rights

Wednesday, October 9, 2024
2:00 - 7:30 PM
Cost:
Location: 112 Century Drive, Bristol, CT 06010

2024 Candidates’ Forum

REGISTER NOW!!!

A non-partisan forum with candidates/surrogates for President, Vice-President, United States Senate and all five Connecticut Congressional Seats answering questions on disability topics.

This is NOT an opportunity for attendees to pose questions to the candidates. Questions have been developed in advance by the Cross Disability Lifespan Alliance and will be asked by Diane Smith.

Diane Smith, Moderator

A New York Times bestselling author, Emmy award winning journalist, documentary producer and speaker, Diane Smith is a media veteran. Diane has been on the air in CT for over 25 years and is a distinguished lecturer of communication, film, and media studies at the University of New Haven.

In Person at the Bristol Event Center

112 Century Drive, Bristol, CT 06010

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

2:00 - 7:30 PM

*Doors Open at 1:30 PM*

Both ASL and Spanish interpreters will be available on site. To request other disability related accommodations, please email [email protected] by September 30, 2024.

OR

Virtually on one of three Vimeo Channels:

Virtual English

Virtual Spanish

Virtual American Sign Language (ASL)

Pre-registration is required for either in person attendance at the Bristol Event Center or on one of three virtual channels.

YOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND!!

Enlace del evento en español: https://buytickets.at/ctstateindependentlivingcouncil/1375680

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SESIONES DE RETROALIMENTACIÓN EDUCACIÓN ESPECIAL

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
5:30pm
Cost: Gratis
Location: Virtual

El Grupo de Trabajo de Educación Especial es un comité designado legislativamente que se reunió para estudiar la provisión y financiación de la educación especial en nuestro estado.
El Grupo de Trabajo ha elaborado un informe con sus conclusiones iniciales.
Durante estas virtual sesiones de 90 minutos, CPAC resumirán los hallazgos y le brindarán la oportunidad de brindar sus comentarios.
Regístrese para una de las siguientes sesiones virtual.
Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese al 860-739-3089 o [email protected]

Estas sesiones de 90 minutos serán facilitadas por CPAC y los comentarios recibidos durante estas sesiones se compartirán con el Grupo de Trabajo.

Informe de los hallazgos del grupo de trabajo para estudiar los servicios de educación especial y el financiamiento 3 de junio de 2024: https://bit.ly/3TKl0wB

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Statewide Dyslexia Awareness CAMPAIGN KICKOFF

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Cost:
Location: Hartford, CT

The Connecticut State Department of Education’s Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities has partnered with agencies from across the state to advance a year-long Dyslexia Awareness Campaign.

The campaign features a series of coordinated activities designed to promote awareness and a shared understanding of dyslexia, with the goal of ensuring equitable student identification and support.
Topics to be covered at the kickoff and throughout the campaign include equitable access to:
• the continuum of dyslexia, from birth to post-secondary education
• structured literacy
• assistive technology
• social-emotional well-being
• family engagement

The year-long calendar of dyslexia awareness activities, training, and resources focuses on educating the community about dyslexia and empowering professionals and families with the knowledge and skills needed to support students with dyslexia.

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Next STEPS

Parent Leadership Training Series
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
5:30 to 8:30
Cost: No cost
Location: Stamford, Connecticut

This intensive eight session series is designed to help
parents and professionals gain the skills and knowledge
necessary to be effective members of the Planning and
Placement Team (PPT). This training series will prepare
participants for a variety of roles at the school, district,
regional, and state levels.

Registration is required!

Now in Person

Location: Stamford, Connecticut

October 16, 23, 30
November 6, 13, 20
December 4 and 11

Classes will meet on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 to 8:30

Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email containing details about the location of class

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Modelos de lectura: Motores para la Comprensión

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
10:00am
Cost: Gratis
Location: Virtual

EL FOCO DEL CUENTO
Nuestro viaje para convertirnos en embajadores de la alfabetización y agentes de cambio para nuestros niños, maestros y escuelas comienza aquí. Exploraremos tres modelos de lectura. Los modelos ayudan a que el contenido desafiante sea más fácil de entender y recordar. También aprenderemos sobre el objetivo de la enseñanza de la lectura, que es la comprensión, todas las piezas que deben estar en su lugar para convertirse en lectores eficientes y efectivos y el vocabulario relacionado. ¡Todos a bordo!

OBJETIVOS DE APRENDIZAJE ​
Explicar tres modelos de lectura para guiar la comprensión.
Describir el objetivo de la lectura
Aprender el vocabulario para describir los componentes importantes y fundamentales del aprendizaje de la lectura ​

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Models of Reading: ​ Engines for Understanding​

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
10:00am
Cost: No cost
Location: Virtual

Our journey to becoming literacy ambassadors and change-makers for our children, teachers, and schools begins here. We’ll explore three models of reading. Models help make challenging content easier to understand and remember. We’ll also learn about the goal of reading instruction, which is comprehension, all the pieces that need to be in place to become efficient and effective readers and the related vocabulary.​ All aboard!​

LEARNING TARGETS​
Explain three models of reading to guide understanding​
Describe the goal of reading​
Learn the vocabulary to describe the important and foundational components of learning to read​

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Carving Connections: AAC

Thursday, October 17, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Cost: No cost
Location: Online

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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North Haven Special Education Community Resource Fair

All are welcome!
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
5:00 PM-7:00 PM
Cost: This is a no cost event
Location: North Haven High School Gymnasium

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Special Education Community Resource Fair! This event is designed to bring together resources, support, and information for families, educators, and professionals within our community. » View event flyer

Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar

Tuesday, October 29, 2024
7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. EST
Cost: No cost
Location: Online event

Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar: Anxiety and School Refusal

Date: Tuesday October 29th 2024 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. EST

Co-hosted online with the Stamford JCC (Stamford, CT).

Register here on Zoom: https://bit.ly/9D226E

Speakers:

Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Connecticut Special Education Law

Jane Faherty, Stamford JCC JumpStart Director & Special Education Advocate

Dr. Rachel Busman, Psychologist and Senior Director at Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants LLP

Taking Ownership of Your Child’s Educational Journey

In this conversation, Dr. Rachel Busman will explore why children may exhibit school refusal behavior and how anxiety and mental health issues can play roles.

• What is meant by school refusal?

• Why do children and teenagers refuse to attend school?

• How depression, anxiety and behavior are related to attendance

• A turning point: How can parents/caregivers know when their child’s refusal to attend school is problematic and in need of professional support?

• Developing specific strategies to help children and teens attend school more consistently

• Collaborating with teachers and staff

• Q & A

Questions? Please contact Rachel Berliner, Public Relations Assistant at [email protected]

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TRANSITION TUESDAY

Government Benefits
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
7:00
Cost: No cost
Location: Virtual

This training will provide a greater understanding of some of the different government benefits available including how to qualify for Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) and Medicare.

Presenter: Michael Beloff, Certified Financial Planner

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Martes de Transición

Beneficios Gubernamentales
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
7:00
Cost: Gratis
Location: Virtual

Esta entrenamiento proporcionará una comprensión más amplia de algunos de los diferentes beneficios del govierno disponibles, incluyendo cómo calificar para Medicaid, Ingreso de Seguridad Suplementario (SSI), Ingreso por Discapacidad del Seguro Social (SSDI) y Medicare.

Presentado por: Michael Beloff, Certified Financial Planner

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