Plan on joining us for one or all of the upcoming Family Matters PTIC Dispute Resolution Series webinars via Zoom! We are excited to welcome amazing guest speakers from Equip for Equality, Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, and the Illinois State Board of Education, who, in partnership with our Educational Support Coaches, will be exploring... Read more »

Tips and Tools for Homes and Schools Thursday, August 29, 2024 12:00 PM Classroom & home strategies that address academic, social, leisure goals of a child with autism or developmental delays. Content focus on early education. Workshop provided in English.   All workshops are for families/caregivers, educators and other professionals unless otherwise noted. Credits are available for... Read more »

Regreso a clases: chat virtual para padres Martes, 3 de Septiembre 6:00 PM   Únase al Family Resource Center on Disabilities sobre discapacidades para una charla informal de regreso a la escuela para discutir inquietudes escolares, experiencias de los estudiantes y recursos de defensa de los padres. Este chat virtual para padres de regreso a... Read more »

Plan on joining us for one or all of the upcoming Family Matters PTIC Dispute Resolution Series webinars via Zoom! We are excited to welcome amazing guest speakers from Equip for Equality, Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, and the Illinois State Board of Education, who, in partnership with our Educational Support Coaches, will be exploring... Read more »

Plan on joining us for one or all of the upcoming Family Matters PTIC Dispute Resolution Series webinars via Zoom! We are excited to welcome amazing guest speakers from Equip for Equality, Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, and the Illinois State Board of Education, who, in partnership with our Educational Support Coaches, will be exploring... Read more »

Back To School Parent Virtual Chat Wednesday, September 4 6:00 PM Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024 Join the Family Resource Center on Disabilities for an informal Back-to-School Chat to discuss school concerns, student experiences, and parent advocacy resources. This Back To School Parent Virtual Chat is a valuable opportunity to connect and share insights with fellow... Read more »

    Plan on joining us for one or all of the upcoming Family Matters PTIC Dispute Resolution Series webinars via Zoom! We are excited to welcome amazing guest speakers from Equip for Equality, Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, and the Illinois State Board of Education, who, in partnership with our Educational Support Coaches, will... Read more »

Gompers Park Fun and Games For ages 13+ with an Intellectual Disability When: September 9-December 2, Mondays 3:00 pm 5:00 pm Location: Gompers Park 4222 W. Foster Ave.   For more information or registration, please contact Mandy Liu at mandy.liu@chicagoparkdistrict.com, 312-881-0779

Equip for Equality’s back-to-school-season Disability Rights Consortium session will feature Vanessa Aceves, Staff Attorney and Equal Justice Works Fellow in Equip for Equality's Special Education Clinic. Vanessa will present on her Equal Justice Works project (website Vanessa Aceves - Equal Justice Works), which focuses on communication devices for students with disabilities. Her presentation will (1)... Read more »

Seis principios de IDEA Jueves, 19 de Septiembre 6:00 PM-8:00 PM   Seis principios de IDEA: El seminario web sobre derechos de educación especial está diseñado para brindarle conocimientos sobre los aspectos vitales de los derechos de educación especial según la Ley de Educación para Personas con Discapacidades (IDEA). Como padres, entendemos que navegar por... Read more »

Plan on joining us for one or all of the upcoming Family Matters PTIC Dispute Resolution Series webinars via Zoom! We are excited to welcome amazing guest speakers from Equip for Equality, Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, and the Illinois State Board of Education, who, in partnership with our Educational Support Coaches, will be exploring... Read more »

Estas cansado de dar vueltas al rededor de una sopa de alfabeto y siglas y no estas suguro de lo que puedes o debes hacer para ayudar ha tú hijo/hija? Este taller le proporcionará estas herramientas importantes: • El paso de la frustración a el poder • ¿Quién es un defensor y por que ser... Read more »

  It's time for Parent-Teacher conferences. Join Family Matters PTIC for a 30-minute Message! Preparing for Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 2nd, 2024, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. Target Audience: Parents, Caregivers, Students, Self-Advocates, and Professionals. Please follow the link to register https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4RRzjl3lTCaf96aeCKs76g All training material associated with this 30-Minute Message will be shared during the live... Read more »

Are you a parent of a child with a disability or a community member interested in gaining a strong understanding of the special education system? The Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL)program is a free training series designed to help you navigate the special education process Illinois. Family Resource Center on Disabilities is excited to announce that... Read more »

Are you a parent of a child with a disability or a community member interested in gaining a strong understanding of the special education system? The Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL)program is a free training series designed to help you navigate the special education process Illinois. Family Resource Center on Disabilities is excited to announce that... Read more »