HOW PARENTS PLACE OF MARYLAND HOSTS VIRTUAL IEP CLINIC, WRIGHTSLAW SPECIAL ED CONFERENCE, SUPPORT GROUP.....
For Immediate Release From Parents' Place of Maryland!
WHAT: IEP Clinic this month!!
WHEN: Thursday, April 23, 2026 and April 30, 2026
WHERE: VIRTUAL
TIME: 6 p.m., EST - 9:00 p.m., EST and 6:00 p.m., EST - 8:00 p.m., EST
HOW: REGISTER NOW at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/d...
This two-part series will help families:
- Learn how an Individualized Education Program (IEP) is developed
- Learn what each section of the IEP means for your child
- Develop your understanding of your child's IEP
- Improve your skills in advocating for your child's needs
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Empower yourself and your child’s future!
WHAT: Learn from Pete Wright, special education expert and attorney whose landmark Supreme
Court victory strengthened families’ rights in special education. Join Pete Wright for a
full-day virtual conference, packed with what families and professionals need to advocate
effectively for youth in special education. Why attend?
• Get practical guidance on IEPs, legal rights, and advocacy tactics
• Live Zoom access + three Wrightslaw books + digital materials
WHEN: September 17, 2026
Early Bird tickets available now!
• Full price: $180 for families, $240 for professionals
• Your discounted price: $165 for families, $225 for professionals
REGISTER: https://www.tfaforms.com/5210508?tfa_2400=...
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Conferencia de defensa y derecho de educación especial de Wrightslaw 2026 de PPMD y PEAL: enlace de registro y boletos
Únase a nosotros para nuestra Conferencia anual virtual sobre “Derecho y defensa de la educación especial de Wrightslaw” el 17 de septiembre de 2026 de 9 a. m. a 4:30 p. m., hora del este.
Con la compra de su entrada obtiene:
Acceso al seminario web Zoom de día completo (el enlace se compartirá en septiembre)
Tres libros de Wrightslaw (Special Education Law, 3rd Ed., From Emotions to Advocacy, 2nd Ed., All About IEPs)
Acceso a la presentación de PowerPoint y otros materiales (después de la conferencia)
Los asistentes también recibirán un enlace (más cerca de la fecha de la conferencia) para descargar las versiones en pdf de los libros
Family tickets will cost $165 before June 17, 2026. After June 17, 2026, family tickets will cost $180. Family tickets are offered at a reduced rate to ensure families of children/loved ones with disabilities and special healthcare needs have greater access to attend.
Professional tickets will cost $225 before June 17, 2026. After June 17, 2026, professional tickets will cost $240.
Los boletos para Familia costarán $165 antes del 17 de junio de 2026. Después del 17 de junio de 2026, los boletos para Familia costarán $180.
Los boletos para Profesionales costarán $225 antes del 17 de junio de 2026. Después del 17 de junio de 2026, los boletos para Profesionales costarán $240.
Please complete the form below to register for our annual Wrightslaw Conference and to purchase your ticket.
Complete el siguiente formulario para registrarse en la Conferencia anual Wrightslaw y comprar su entrada.
Please note: If you are purchasing more than one ticket, you will need to complete this form for each individual who is attending. If you have any questions, please reach out to communications@ppmd.org
Tenga en cuenta: si compra más de un boleto, deberá completar este formulario para cada persona que asista. Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con communications@ppmd.org
Información de Registro: https://www.tfaforms.com/5210508?tfa_2400=...
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Sesame Workshop https://www.facebook.com/SesameWorkshop has wonderful resources to support children in understanding death and grief💗Check out https://sesameworkshop.org/topics/grief
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Tell us what you think about our next State Plan!
The State Plan is the roadmap the Council follows to help us reach our goals. This new plan will guide our work from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2031.
We want to hear from you! Please use the survey below to give feedback on our draft goals and objectives. Your input will help us finalize the new State Plan. https://forms.gle/EfFYKCYf5swC7YXG9
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What is Maryland's #GoodSam Law?
The Parents' Place of Maryland has Family Partner-Behavioral Health Specialists with lived experience will support you through one-on-one family peer support.
Connect with us at https://www.ppmd.org/
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Join a PPMD support group in April!
Do you have a child or family member with disabilities or special healthcare needs? Consider joining a Coffee and Conversations group!
- Coffee and Conversations Elementary School meets on April 2nd at 12pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5015976
- Coffee and Conversations Middle & High School meets on April 6th at 12pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5015970
- Coffee and Conversations Birth to Kindergarten meets on April 7th at 1pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5015965
- Coffee and Conversations for Spanish Speaking Families meets on April 15th at 1pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5016003
Do you have a family member or loved one impacted by mental health, substance use, or problem gambling? Consider joining a behavioral health support group!
- Embracing Strength meets on April 8th at 12pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5198841
- Simply Breathe meets on April 8th at 6pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5198837
- Courageous Conversations meets on April 15th at 6pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5198836
- A Place to Breathe meets on April 21st at 12pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5198839
VISIT: https://www.facebook.com/ThePPMD and enjoy daily pixversations at https://tinyurl.com/ywstd7wn
#AgnesLevine, #LevineOliverPublisherInc, #(K-LOP), #mentalillnessrecoverysuccess, #CerebralPalsey, IntellectualDisability, #MentalRetardation, SpecialNeeds, #SpecialEducation, #DevelopmentalDisability, #Section504, #Section503, #IEP, #Lupus, #JuvenileDiabetes, ##IDEA, #SuicidePrevention, #988,
WHAT: IEP Clinic this month!!
WHEN: Thursday, April 23, 2026 and April 30, 2026
WHERE: VIRTUAL
TIME: 6 p.m., EST - 9:00 p.m., EST and 6:00 p.m., EST - 8:00 p.m., EST
HOW: REGISTER NOW at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/d...
This two-part series will help families:
- Learn how an Individualized Education Program (IEP) is developed
- Learn what each section of the IEP means for your child
- Develop your understanding of your child's IEP
- Improve your skills in advocating for your child's needs
********
Empower yourself and your child’s future!
WHAT: Learn from Pete Wright, special education expert and attorney whose landmark Supreme
Court victory strengthened families’ rights in special education. Join Pete Wright for a
full-day virtual conference, packed with what families and professionals need to advocate
effectively for youth in special education. Why attend?
• Get practical guidance on IEPs, legal rights, and advocacy tactics
• Live Zoom access + three Wrightslaw books + digital materials
WHEN: September 17, 2026
Early Bird tickets available now!
• Full price: $180 for families, $240 for professionals
• Your discounted price: $165 for families, $225 for professionals
REGISTER: https://www.tfaforms.com/5210508?tfa_2400=...
__
Conferencia de defensa y derecho de educación especial de Wrightslaw 2026 de PPMD y PEAL: enlace de registro y boletos
Únase a nosotros para nuestra Conferencia anual virtual sobre “Derecho y defensa de la educación especial de Wrightslaw” el 17 de septiembre de 2026 de 9 a. m. a 4:30 p. m., hora del este.
Con la compra de su entrada obtiene:
Acceso al seminario web Zoom de día completo (el enlace se compartirá en septiembre)
Tres libros de Wrightslaw (Special Education Law, 3rd Ed., From Emotions to Advocacy, 2nd Ed., All About IEPs)
Acceso a la presentación de PowerPoint y otros materiales (después de la conferencia)
Los asistentes también recibirán un enlace (más cerca de la fecha de la conferencia) para descargar las versiones en pdf de los libros
Family tickets will cost $165 before June 17, 2026. After June 17, 2026, family tickets will cost $180. Family tickets are offered at a reduced rate to ensure families of children/loved ones with disabilities and special healthcare needs have greater access to attend.
Professional tickets will cost $225 before June 17, 2026. After June 17, 2026, professional tickets will cost $240.
Los boletos para Familia costarán $165 antes del 17 de junio de 2026. Después del 17 de junio de 2026, los boletos para Familia costarán $180.
Los boletos para Profesionales costarán $225 antes del 17 de junio de 2026. Después del 17 de junio de 2026, los boletos para Profesionales costarán $240.
Please complete the form below to register for our annual Wrightslaw Conference and to purchase your ticket.
Complete el siguiente formulario para registrarse en la Conferencia anual Wrightslaw y comprar su entrada.
Please note: If you are purchasing more than one ticket, you will need to complete this form for each individual who is attending. If you have any questions, please reach out to communications@ppmd.org
Tenga en cuenta: si compra más de un boleto, deberá completar este formulario para cada persona que asista. Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con communications@ppmd.org
Información de Registro: https://www.tfaforms.com/5210508?tfa_2400=...
********
Sesame Workshop https://www.facebook.com/SesameWorkshop has wonderful resources to support children in understanding death and grief💗Check out https://sesameworkshop.org/topics/grief
********
Tell us what you think about our next State Plan!
The State Plan is the roadmap the Council follows to help us reach our goals. This new plan will guide our work from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2031.
We want to hear from you! Please use the survey below to give feedback on our draft goals and objectives. Your input will help us finalize the new State Plan. https://forms.gle/EfFYKCYf5swC7YXG9
********
What is Maryland's #GoodSam Law?
The Parents' Place of Maryland has Family Partner-Behavioral Health Specialists with lived experience will support you through one-on-one family peer support.
Connect with us at https://www.ppmd.org/
********
Join a PPMD support group in April!
Do you have a child or family member with disabilities or special healthcare needs? Consider joining a Coffee and Conversations group!
- Coffee and Conversations Elementary School meets on April 2nd at 12pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5015976
- Coffee and Conversations Middle & High School meets on April 6th at 12pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5015970
- Coffee and Conversations Birth to Kindergarten meets on April 7th at 1pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5015965
- Coffee and Conversations for Spanish Speaking Families meets on April 15th at 1pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5016003
Do you have a family member or loved one impacted by mental health, substance use, or problem gambling? Consider joining a behavioral health support group!
- Embracing Strength meets on April 8th at 12pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5198841
- Simply Breathe meets on April 8th at 6pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5198837
- Courageous Conversations meets on April 15th at 6pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5198836
- A Place to Breathe meets on April 21st at 12pm https://www.tfaforms.com/5198839
VISIT: https://www.facebook.com/ThePPMD and enjoy daily pixversations at https://tinyurl.com/ywstd7wn
#AgnesLevine, #LevineOliverPublisherInc, #(K-LOP), #mentalillnessrecoverysuccess, #CerebralPalsey, IntellectualDisability, #MentalRetardation, SpecialNeeds, #SpecialEducation, #DevelopmentalDisability, #Section504, #Section503, #IEP, #Lupus, #JuvenileDiabetes, ##IDEA, #SuicidePrevention, #988,
