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March 2026
Book Study: Inclusion Includes Us – A book study for ECSE and Blended Preschool Teachers – Live Webinar Series (March 2, 2026 and March 16, 2026)
Registration deadline is Monday, February 9, 2026, at 3:00 pm. The book study on Inclusion Includes Us: Building Bridges and Removing Barriers in Early Childhood Classrooms by Mike Huber will focus on shifting educators’ thinking from binary thinking to constellation thinking. Participants will explore how to create true inclusion and belonging in every classroom, with a focus on ensuring children with disabilities and those receiving special education services are fully supported. The book provides real-life examples, practical strategies, and reflection…
Find out more »March 2026- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP meeting, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of…
Find out more »Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Services: Roles and Responsibilities – Live Webinar
The Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services developed this standardized training to address the requirements of the federal law, Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) to ensure a smooth and effective transition process is in place for children and their families who will be transitioning from Early Intervention into Early Childhood Special Education. This training will cover requirements regarding timeline, role responsibilities, transition process meetings, state forms, as well as vital partnerships, collaborative…
Find out more »Support Group Meeting – In Person
Join families of young children with disabilities as we support, encourage and learn from one another. Note: Approximately three weeks before the meeting, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session. Presenter(s): Sheri Kraus Meeting Date: March 26, 2026 Registration: 6:30pm - 7:00pm ~ Meeting: 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Location: Freeburg Township Center, 203 S. Righland Street, Freeburg, IL 62243
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April 2026- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP meeting, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of…
Find out more »Support Group Meeting – Live Webinar
Join families of young children with disabilities as we support, encourage and learn from one another. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session. Presenter(s): Sheri Kraus Webinar Date: April 23, 2026 Webinar Log-In: 5:55 PM - 6:00 PM Webinar Session: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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