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SUMMARY:Special Education 101 Virtual Series for Families
DESCRIPTION:Join the Family Engagement in Special Education team for an informative Special Education 101 virtual session designed to support families.   \nParticipants will:   \n\nLearn how parent involvement positively impacts student outcomes. \n\n\nReview family rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). \n\n\nGain a clear understanding of the basics of an Individualized Education Program (IEP)\, including the initial eligibility process.  \n\nWhether you are new to special education or looking to strengthen your knowledge\, you’ll leave with clear\, easy-to-understand information to help you better support your child.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/special-education-101-virtual-series-for-families/
LOCATION:Virtual Series Zoom
CATEGORIES:Family Training,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familyengagementtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/03262026_special_education_101_virtual_series_for_families.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Allison Martin":MAILTO:amartin@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051006
CREATED:20260312T213553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T164748Z
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SUMMARY:West Tennessee Family Expo
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis event is designed to engage\, empower\, and unite families of students with disabilities by connecting them with helpful resources\, practical strategies\, and community supports. Families will have the opportunity to learn\, ask questions\, and build connections with local organizations and other families. \nSpecial presentations will be provided by The STAR Center\, Employment and Community First (ECF) CHOICES\, Respite Care\, Medicaid Alternative Pathways (MAPs)\, and Jackson-Madison County School District. \nRefreshments will be provided. We will have activities for school-age children\, pre-K-5. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/west-tennessee-family-expo/
LOCATION:The STAR Center\, 1119 Old Humboldt Road\, Jackson\, TN\, 38305
CATEGORIES:Family Training,Resource Fair,Transition Fair
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familyengagementtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/03282026_west_tn_family_expo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra Hawkins":MAILTO:shawkins@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051006
CREATED:20260316T223438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T181704Z
UID:2900-1774978200-1774983600@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:Metro Nashville Public Schools Parent Night- Overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFamilies will:\n– Learn the basics of an IEP and how students become eligible.\n– Review parent and student rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).\n– Explore how parent involvement supports strong IEPs and positive student outcomes. \nThis session will help families feel informed and prepared to participate as active members of their child’s IEP team. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/metro-nashville-public-schools-parent-night-overview-of-the-individualized-education-program-iep/
LOCATION:John Overton High School\, 4820 Franklin Road\, Nashville\, TN\, 37220
CATEGORIES:Family Training,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familyengagementtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/mar3126_mnps_paren_night-overview_of_the_iep.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Megan Cobb":MAILTO:specialeducation@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051006
CREATED:20251218T184240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T184818Z
UID:2799-1775055600-1775059200@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:April Monthly Office Hours for Educators
DESCRIPTION:Family Engagement in Special Education Monthly Office Hours for Educators – \n\n\n \n\n\nHave 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 – 4:00 p.m. CT.
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/april-monthly-office-hours-for-educator/
LOCATION:Virtual Office Hours – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Educator Event Category,Special Education,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familyengagementtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FESPED-Office-Hours-4.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051006
CREATED:20260402T220742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T221300Z
UID:2962-1776081600-1776085200@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:East Tennessee Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for the 2026 Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG).  \nAdvocacy 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 answer questions. Feedback from these events is shared with the state. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/east-tennessee-spring-special-education-advocacy-networking-group-spedang/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:SPEDANG
ORGANIZER;CN="Emily West":MAILTO:ewest@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051006
CREATED:20260317T210645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T225415Z
UID:2907-1776250800-1776254400@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:Middle Tennessee Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for the 2026 Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG).  \nAdvocacy 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 answer questions. Feedback from these events is shared with the state. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/middle-tennessee-spring-special-education-advocacy-networking-group-spedang/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:SPEDANG
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familyengagementtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Apr1526_middle_tennessee_SPEDANG.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Megan Cobb":MAILTO:specialeducation@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051006
CREATED:20260317T161658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T210023Z
UID:2903-1776267000-1776274200@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:Rhea County Family Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join The Arc Tennessee’s Family Engagement in Special Education team for the Rhea County resource fair! \nLocal and statewide organizations will be available to: \n– Provide information about programs and supports for students with disabilities.   \n– Help students and families plan for a successful transition after high school. \n– Connect students and families with community resources\, education\, and employment services. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/rhea-county-family-resource-fair-2/
LOCATION:Rhea County High School\, 885 Eagle Lane\, Evensville\, TN\, 37332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educator Training,Family Training,Resource Fair
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familyengagementtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Apr1526_rhea_county_family_resource_fair.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Angie Cutrell":MAILTO:acutrell@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051006
CREATED:20260401T214417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T214417Z
UID:2957-1776423600-1776430800@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:Southeast Tennessee Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for the 2026 Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG).  \nAdvocacy 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 answer questions. Feedback from these events is shared with the state. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/southeast-tennessee-spring-special-education-advocacy-networking-group-spedang/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:SPEDANG
ORGANIZER;CN="Angie Cutrell":MAILTO:acutrell@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051006
CREATED:20260402T221211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T221211Z
UID:2965-1776945600-1776951000@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:Overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Virtual Series for Families
DESCRIPTION:Join The Arc Tennessee’s Family Engagement in Special Education team for a virtual session focused on understanding the individualized education program (IEP) process and how it supports your child.  \nFamilies will:\n– Learn the basics of an IEP and how students become eligible.\n– Review parent and student rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).\n– Explore how parent involvement supports strong IEPs and positive student outcomes. \nThis session will help families feel informed and prepared to participate as active members of their child’s IEP team. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/overview-of-the-individualized-education-program-iep-virtual-series-for-families/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Family Training,Special Education,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Whitson":MAILTO:ewhitson@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051006
CREATED:20260402T205450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T205450Z
UID:2958-1777287600-1777291200@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:West Tennessee Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for the 2026 Spring Special Education Advocacy Networking Group (SPEDANG).  \nAdvocacy 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 answer questions. Feedback from these events is shared with the state. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/west-tennessee-spring-special-education-advocacy-networking-group-spedang/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:SPEDANG
ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra Hawkins":MAILTO:shawkins@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051006
CREATED:20260402T213101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T213212Z
UID:2961-1777464000-1777467600@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:Southeast Tennessee - Overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Families
DESCRIPTION:Join The Arc Tennessee’s Family Engagement in Special Education team for a parent event focused on understanding the individualized education program (IEP) process and how it supports your child.  \nFamilies will:\n– Learn the basics of an IEP and how students become eligible.\n– Review parent and student rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).\n– Explore how parent involvement supports strong IEPs and positive student outcomes. \nThis session will help families feel informed and prepared to participate as active members of their child’s IEP team. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/2961/
LOCATION:Siskin Children’s Institute\, 1101 Carter Street\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402
CATEGORIES:Family Training,Special Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Angie Cutrell":MAILTO:acutrell@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051006
CREATED:20251218T184307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T184911Z
UID:2800-1778079600-1778083200@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:May Monthly Office Hours for Educators
DESCRIPTION:Family Engagement in Special Education Monthly Office Hours for Educators – \n\n\n \n\n\nHave 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 – 4:00 p.m. CT.
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/may-monthly-office-hours-for-educators-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Office Hours – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Educator Event Category,Special Education,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familyengagementtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FESPED-Office-Hours-4.png
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