• Lawrenceburg Special Education Family Support Group

    Please join us for food and conversation! It is never too early to begin the transition process! The TN Center for Decision Making Support will be sharing valuable information on Conservatorship, Alternatives to Conservatorship, ABLE Accounts, Vocational Rehabilitation services, when to start thinking about post secondary transition, and more!

  • Haywood County Table Talk – Introduction to Family Engagement

    Anderson Family Resource Center 620 W. Main St., Brownsville, TN

    Join Family Engagement in Special Education as we partner with the Haywood County Resource Center to explore how families can impact the IEP team and recognize their rights under IDEA. We will also discuss ways families can be more engaged in their child's education. Register Here

  • WorkAbleTN – How to Work and Keep SSI Benefits

    Sequatchie County High School 7067 TN-28 Scenic, Dunlap, TN

    Join the Sequatchie, Grundy, Bledsoe, Marion county schools and the Family Engagement in Special Education team! WorkAbleTN will share information on individuals with disabilities making money through fulfilling work while keeping their social security benefits. Register Here

  • Secondary Transition Planning – Giles County

    Pulaski Parks and Recreation Dept 333 E College St, Pulaski, TN

    Join the Family Engagement in Special Education and TN Center for Decision Making Support for information on post secondary transition options. We will discuss conservatorships, alternatives to conservatorships, ABLE accounts, […]

  • Basic of IEP – West Department of Correction

    Microsoft Teams

    Join the West Department of Correction and Family Engagement in Special Education for a virtual discussion about the basic information families will find helpful during their student's Individualized Education Plan […]

  • Introduction to Family Engagement in MNPS

    Harris-Hillman High School 1706 26th Ave, Nashville, TN

    Let's kick off the new school year with an introduction to family engagement! MNPS partners with The Arc TN Family Engagement Team to introduce district staff members, review MNPS structures, […]

  • Rhea County Family Resource Fair

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

    Join Us for Rhea County Special Education Resource Fair! Local and statewide organizations will be available to: - provide information about programs and supports for students with disabilities; - help […]

  • Overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) – Perry County Schools

    Linden Elementary School 331 W Brooklyn Ave, Linden, TN

    Join the Perry County School District and the Family Engagement in Special Education team for a helpful session about IEP meetings. We will answer questions such as: What is an IEP? What happens at the IEP meeting? How can families be involved? Whether you are new to special education or just want to learn more, […]

  • Southeast Tennessee Region – Special Education 101

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

    Join the Family Engagement in Special Education team for an informative "Special Education 101" session designed to support families. Families will: learn how parent involvement positively impacts student outcomes, review […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]