“IEPs and 504 Plans both help students with disabilities access the support they need at school, but they are not the same. Understanding the difference can help families feel more informed and confident when working with their child’s school.
In this webinar, we’ll break down IEPs and 504 Plans in clear, family-friendly language. You’ll learn what each plan is designed to do, how they are different, and what schools are responsible for when a student has one. We’ll also walk through real-life examples to help you see how these plans may look in everyday school situations.
Whether your child already has an IEP or 504 Plan, you’re wondering if they may need one, or you simply want to better understand your child’s educational rights and supports, this webinar will give you practical information you can use when partnering with your child’s school.”
“Join parent mentors along with other parents and family members to share your lived experiences and collaborate with each other. You are an expert on your child! Bring your resources, questions, and possible solutions to share with the group.
Facilitated by an ASK Resource Center Family Support Specialist, the ASK Each Other Support group is a place for parents to come alongside each other to share your lived experiences and collaborate. You are an expert on your child! Bring your resources, questions, and possible solutions to share with the group.
Any professionals that are not a family member of a person with a disability are encouraged to join with an attitude of respectful listening and learning as the parent experts share their opinions and solutions.”
“Preparing for a school conference can bring a mix of questions, concerns, and hopes—especially when your child has a disability or receives additional supports at school. How can you prepare ahead of time? What information should you share? What questions should you ask? And how can you make sure your child’s strengths, needs, and experiences are part of the conversation?
In this family panel webinar, parents and caregivers of children with disabilities will share their real-life experiences preparing for and participating in conferences with educators. Panelists will discuss what they do before a conference, how they decide what is most important to talk about, questions they have found helpful, and ways they advocate for their child while building positive relationships with school staff.
Families will hear practical ideas they can use to feel more prepared and confident when meeting with their child’s teachers. Whether you are attending your first conference or have participated in many, this conversation will offer family-to-family perspectives, helpful strategies, and encouragement to help you make the most of your time at the table.”
“By the end of this webinar, families will:
1. Hear real-life stories from families of children with disabilities about how they prepare for and approach conversations with educators.
2. Identify practical strategies for making the most of parent-teacher conferences.
3. Build confidence in advocating for their child and communicating their child’s strengths, needs, and priorities.”
“Join ASK Resource Center Staff along with other parents and family members to share your lived experiences and collaborate with each other. You are an expert on your child! Bring your resources, questions, and possible solutions to share with the group.
Facilitated by an ASK Resource Center Family Support Specialist, the ASK Each Other Support group is a place for parents to come alongside each other to share your lived experiences and collaborate. You are an expert on your child! Bring your resources, questions, and possible solutions to share with the group.
Any professionals that are not a family member of a person with a disability are encouraged to join with an attitude of respectful listening and learning as the parent experts share their opinions and solutions
Lighthouse Community Center, 109 W Boston Ave, Indianola, IA”
“If you could go back and give your younger self advice about the holidays, what would you say? Do less? Ask for help? Let go of the tradition that leaves everyone exhausted?
Join us for a warm, honest fireside chat with three moms of children with disabilities who have learned through trial, error, and plenty of changed plans. They’ll share the expectations they tried to meet, the mistakes they made, and the moments that helped them rethink what a meaningful holiday could look like.
Together, we’ll talk about adapting traditions, communicating with family and friends, setting boundaries, and making room for children’s needs without forgetting our own. These moms will also reflect on how they discovered joy for themselves—not just as the people making the holidays happen for everyone else.
You don’t need a perfect plan to join this conversation. Come as you are and leave with practical ideas, reassurance, and encouragement to create a holiday season that includes your happiness, too.”
“By the end of this webinar, families will:
“Join the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program and EMBARC’s ECPN (Early Childhood Parent Navigator) program every first Thursday of the month from 1-3 pm for WIC informational sessions. The next session will be on Thursday, October 1st.
“Join the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program and EMBARC’s ECPN (Early Childhood Parent Navigator) program every first Thursday of the month from 1-3 pm for WIC informational sessions. The next session will be on Thursday, October 1st.
Sensory-Friendly Halloween Party – Corteva
You are invited to Corteva’s Candy Land Halloween Party! This is designed for children with disabilities and their families. It is FREE, Sensory-Friendly, Inclusive, Top 9 Allergy Friendly, and Family Friendly.
When: Friday, October 16 from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Where: 7000 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA
Who: Bring the whole family
Wear: Your favorite costume or come as you are!
Please complete this RSVP form by Clicking Here to help us prepare for a fun and inclusive event for all families. Your responses will help us plan activities ensuring everyone has a great time. We can’t wait to see you there!
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