• Southeast Tennessee Region – Community of Practice

    Siskin Children's Institute 1101 Carter Street, Chattanooga, TN

    Join Family Engagement in Special Education for a Community of Practice event focused on Avoiding Conflict and Ensuring Positive Outcomes for Students. Educators and administrators from the Southeast Tennessee region […]

  • Johnson City Schools Spring Transition Fair

    Freedom Hall Civic Center, Auxiliary Gym 1320 Pactolas Road, Johnson City, TN

    Join The Arc Tennessee's Family Engagement in Special Education team for the Johnson City Schools Spring Transition Fair! Are you looking for resources and support to help prepare your student for life after high school? This transition fair is a great way to explore college and career readiness programs, ask questions, and connect with other […]

  • Polk County Schools Family Resource Fair

    Copper Basin High School 300 Cougar Drive, Copperhill, TN, United States

    Join The Arc TN Family Engagement in Special Education and the Polk County Schools Resource Fair!      Local and statewide organizations will be available to:    - Provide information about programs and supports for students with disabilities.   - Help students and families plan for a successful transition after high school.  - Connect students and families with community resources, education, and employment services.  Register Today!

  • Upper Cumberland Tennessee Region – Community of Practice

    Putnam County Board of Education 1400 East Spring Street, Cookeville, TN, United States

    Join The Arc Tennessee's Family Engagement in Special Education for a community of practice event focused on avoiding conflict and ensuring positive outcomes for students! Educators and administrators from the Upper Cumberland region will connect and learn proactive communication and conflict resolution strategies to strengthen relationships with families and students. Certificates of attendance will be […]

  • Special Education 101 Virtual Series for Families

    Virtual Series Zoom

    Join the Family Engagement in Special Education team for an informative Special Education 101 virtual session designed to support families.   Participants will:   Learn how parent involvement positively impacts student outcomes.  Review family rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).  Gain a clear understanding of the basics of an Individualized Education Program (IEP), including the initial eligibility process.   Whether you are new […]

  • West Tennessee Family Expo

    The STAR Center 1119 Old Humboldt Road, Jackson, TN

    The Arc Tennessee Family Engagement Project, in partnership with the Jackson-Madison County School District and The STAR Center of Jackson, Tennessee, invites families to the West Tennessee Family Expo. This event […]

  • Metro Nashville Public Schools Parent Night- Overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP)

    John Overton High School 4820 Franklin Road, Nashville, TN

    Join Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools and The Arc Tennessee's Family Engagement in Special Education team for a Parent Night focused on understanding the individualized education program (IEP) process and how it supports your child. Families will: - Learn the basics of an IEP and how students become eligible. - Review parent and student rights under […]

  • April Monthly Office Hours for Educators

    Virtual Office Hours - Zoom

    Family Engagement in Special Education Monthly Office Hours for Educators –    Have questions about Family Engagement in Special Education (FESPED) training? Want to connect with a specialist to talk about increasing family engagement to improve outcomes for students with disabilities? Join FESPED’s office hours on the first Wednesday of each month from 3:00 – […]

  • East Tennessee Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG)

    Virtual - Zoom

    Join us on Zoom for the 2026 Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG).  Advocacy groups that work with school-aged children receiving special education services are invited to an open discussion about special education in Tennessee.  A Tennessee Department of Education representative will provide updates and gather feedback from the group. Feedback from these events […]

  • Middle Tennessee Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG)

    Virtual - Zoom

    Join us on Zoom for the 2026 Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG).  Advocacy groups that work with school-aged children receiving special education services are invited to an open discussion about special education in Tennessee.  A Tennessee Department of Education representative will provide updates and gather feedback from the group. Feedback from these events […]

  • Rhea County Family Resource Fair

    Rhea County High School 885 Eagle Lane, Evensville, TN, United States

    Join The Arc Tennessee's Family Engagement in Special Education team for the Rhea County resource fair! Local and statewide organizations will be available to: - Provide information about programs and […]