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SUMMARY:February 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/february-monthly-office-hours-for-educators/
LOCATION:Virtual Office Hours – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Educator Event Category,Special Education,Virtual
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T155652Z
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SUMMARY:Southwest Tennessee Region - Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION: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 Southwest Tennessee region will connect and learn proactive communication and conflict resolution strategies to strengthen relationships with families and students. \nThis event will be offered in both in-person and virtual formats. A Zoom link will be provided upon registration. \nCertificates of attendance will be available. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/southwest-tennessee-region-community-of-practice/
LOCATION:Millington Performing Arts Center\, 8057 Wilkinsville Road\, Millington\, TN\, 38053
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Educator Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra Hawkins":MAILTO:shawkins@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083439
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T201434Z
UID:2820-1770307200-1770318000@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:Lincoln County Schools Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Lincoln County Schools Resource Fair! Local and statewide organizations will be available to: \n\nprovide information about programs and supports for students with disabilities;\nhelp students and families plan for a successful transition after high school; and\nconnect students and families with community resources\, education\, and employment services.\n\nRegister Today!
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/lincoln-county-schools-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Lincoln County High School\, 1233 Huntsville Highway\, Fayetteville\, TN\, 37334\, United States
CATEGORIES:Resource Fair
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familyengagementtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2526-Lincoln-County-Resource-Fair.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Harrison":MAILTO:bharrison@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083439
CREATED:20251204T213326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T214335Z
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SUMMARY:Upper Cumberland - Overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Families
DESCRIPTION:Join Cumberland County and the Family Engagement in Special Education team for a helpful session all about individualized education program (IEP) meetings for families. \nWe’ll talk about common questions like: \n\nWhat is an IEP?\nWhat happens in an IEP meeting?\nHow can families take part and make a difference?\n\nWhether you are new to special education or just want to learn more\, you’ll leave with easy-to-use tips to help your child succeed. \nCommunity breakfast provided. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/upper-cumberland-overview-of-the-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families/
LOCATION:Cumberland Fellowship Church\, 1640 West Ave\, Crossville\, TN\, 38555
CATEGORIES:Family Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristie Irvin":MAILTO:kirvin@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T100000
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CREATED:20260122T002339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T214937Z
UID:2832-1770714000-1770717600@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:First Tennessee Region - Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Join Family Engagement in Special Education for a Community of Practice event focused on Avoiding Conflict and Ensuring Positive Outcomes for Students.  \nEducators and administrators from the First Tennessee region will connect and learn proactive communication and conflict resolution strategies to strengthen relationships with families and students. \nThis event will be offered in both in-person and virtual formats. A Zoom link will be provided upon registration. \n Certificates of attendance will be available. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/first-tennessee-region-community-of-practice/
LOCATION:McPheeters Bend Elementary School\, 1115 Goshen Valley Road\, Church Hill\, TN\, 37642
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Educator Training,Special Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://familyengagementtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Feb_10_First_TN_Community_of_Practice.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristie Irvin":MAILTO:kirvin@thearctn.org
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SUMMARY:Grundy County Schools - "Working with Families in Special Education"
DESCRIPTION:Join The Arc Tennessee’s Family Engagement in Special Education Team with Grundy County Schools for “Working with Families in Special Education.” \nEducators and administrators from Grundy County Schools will have the opportunity to network and learn more about “Working with Families in Special Education.” This professional development session supports building strong partnerships with families through effective communication\, collaboration\, and strategies to prevent or resolve conflict in support of positive student outcomes. \nCertificates of attendance will be available! \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/grundy-county-schools-working-with-families-in-special-education/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Educator Training,Special Education,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angie Cutrell":MAILTO:acutrell@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T163000
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SUMMARY:Northwest Tennessee Region -  Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Join The Arc Tennessee’s Family Engagement in Special Education team for a community of practice event focused on avoiding conflict and ensuring positive outcomes for students!\nEducators and administrators from the Northwest Tennessee region will connect and learn proactive communication and conflict resolution strategies to strengthen relationships with families and students. Certificates of attendance will be available. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/northwest-tennessee-region-community-of-practice/
LOCATION:Jackson Madison County Schools – Board Room\, 310 North Parkway\, Jackson\, TN\, 38305
CATEGORIES:Educator Training,Special Education,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://familyengagementtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Feb_19_Northwest_TN_Community_of_Practice.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Annette Graves":MAILTO:agraves@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T121500
DTSTAMP:20260424T083439
CREATED:20260122T225557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T223633Z
UID:2836-1771584300-1771589700@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:East Tennessee Region - Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION: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 East Tennessee region will connect and learn proactive communication and conflict resolution strategies to strengthen relationships with families and students. \nThis event will be offered in both in-person and virtual formats. A Zoom link will be provided upon registration. \nCertificates of attendance will be available. \nRegister here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/east-tennessee-region-community-of-practice/
LOCATION:Cedar Bluff Branch Library\, 9045 Cross Park Drive\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Educator Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emily West":MAILTO:ewest@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T213211Z
UID:2854-1771864200-1771869600@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:Mid Cumberland Tennessee Region - Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION: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 Mid Cumberland Tennessee region will connect and learn proactive communication and conflict resolution strategies to strengthen relationships with families and students. \nThis event will be offered in both in-person and virtual formats. A Zoom link will be provided upon registration. \nCertificates of attendance will be available. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/mid-cumberland-tennessee-region-community-of-practice/
LOCATION:Williamson County Professional Development Center\, 1761 West Main Street\, Franklin\, TN\, 37064
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Educator Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Megan Cobb":MAILTO:specialeducation@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083439
CREATED:20260123T221159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T164112Z
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SUMMARY:South Central Tennessee Region - Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION: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 South Central Tennessee region will connect and learn proactive communication and conflict resolution strategies to strengthen relationships with families and students. \nThis event will be offered in both in-person and virtual formats. A Zoom link will be provided upon registration. \nCertificates of attendance will be available. \nRegister Here\n 
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/south-central-tennessee-region-community-of-practice/
LOCATION:Tullahoma City Schools- CSS Building\, 301 W. Decherd Street\, Tullahoma\, TN\, 37388
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Educator Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Harrison":MAILTO:bharrison@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T120000
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CREATED:20260218T165547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T225814Z
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SUMMARY:Southeast Tennessee Region - Special Education 101
DESCRIPTION:Join the Family Engagement in Special Education team for an informative “Special Education 101” session designed to support families.\n\nFamilies will:\n\nlearn how parent involvement positively impacts student outcomes\,\nreview family rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)\, and\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/southeast-tennessee-region-special-education-101/
LOCATION:Siskin Children’s Institute\, 1101 Carter Street\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402
CATEGORIES:Family Training,Parent Training,Special Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://familyengagementtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/02262026_Southeast_Tennessee-Region_-Special_Education_101.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Angie Cutrell":MAILTO:acutrell@thearctn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083439
CREATED:20260217T213050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T213626Z
UID:2876-1772127000-1772132400@familyengagementtn.com
SUMMARY:Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools Parent Night
DESCRIPTION:Join Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools and the Family Engagement in Special Education team for a Parent Night. We will have a “Special Education 101” session to help families learn and feel more confident.\n\n\nFamilies will: \n\nlearn how parent involvement positively impacts student outcomes\,\nreview family rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)\, and\nunderstand the basics of an Individualized Education Program (IEP)\, including the initial eligibility process.\n\n\nIf you are new to special education or just want a refresher\, this session will give you clear\, easy-to-understand information to help you support your child. \nRegister Here
URL:https://familyengagementtn.com/event/metropolitan-nashville-public-schools-parent-night/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Family Training,Parent Training
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