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January 2026
January 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 »Book Study: Empowering Your Child to Fly: A Family’s Guide to Early Childhood Inclusion – Live Webinar Series (Jan.16th, Jan.30th, Feb.13th)
Registration deadline is December 19, 2025. In this book study, “Empowering Your Child to Fly: A Family’s Guide to Early Childhood Inclusion” by Jani Kozlowski, family members of children with disabilities will have the chance to dive into topics about the importance of inclusion in early childhood education. Each participant will receive a copy of the book and, through readings and group discussions, will gain a better understanding of ways to support their child through his or her educational journey! …
Find out more »Building Safety and Trust: Trauma-Informed Practices in Early Childhood for ECSE and Blended Preschool Teachers – Webinar
Creating safe, trusting, and supportive learning environments is essential for all young children, especially those in early childhood special education and blended preschool settings. This workshop, Building Safety and Trust: Trauma-Informed Practices in Early Childhood, will equip educators with practical strategies to recognize and respond to the impact of trauma on children’s behavior, learning, and social-emotional development. Participants will explore ways to foster strong, nurturing relationships, implement trauma-informed practices in daily routines, and create inclusive environments that support every child’s…
Find out more »Support Group Meeting – In Person
A brief overview of PUNS will be shared with families of young children with disabilities. 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): Deborah Jones, Meeting Date: January 22, 2026 Registration: 6:30pm - 7:00pm ~ Meeting: 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Location: Freeburg Township Center, 203 S. Righland Street, Freeburg, IL 62243
Find out more »Push Past It! An Administrator’s Guide for Supporting Early Learners with Disabilities Who Also Have Intense Challenging Behaviors – Webinar
Stop! Collaborate! Listen! This webinar provides administrators with a comprehensive guide to effective behavior planning for students exhibiting intense challenges. We will present practical, educator-developed functional assessment tools and outline each phase of the process, emphasizing a continuous cycle of improvement. This includes: (1) self-reflection and identification of implicit bias, (2) context analysis, (3) development of prevention strategies, (4) identification of replacement skills, (5) implementation of new responses, and (6) thorough review of results. We will also address the leadership…
Find out more »February 2026
Building Self-regulation Skills in the Home – On Demand
The registration deadline is February 20, 2026, at 3:00 pm. Starting February 2, 2026, through February 27, 2026, you can watch the training and take the quiz at a time that fits into your schedule. THIS TRAINING MUST BE COMPLETED BY February 27, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. Children from birth to age 5 are learning the foundational skills of executive function: self-regulation, cognitive flexibility, and working memory. When developmental delays, disabilities, or sensory issues are present, these skills are critically essential…
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