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Introduction to Family Engagement in Special Education

Introduction to Family Engagement in Special Education

by Leigh Wilson | Oct 6, 2025 | Blog, Family Engagement, Family Support and Training Coordinator, Video

Welcome to Family Engagement in Special Education! This short, six-minute video shares who we are, what we do, and how we work with families and schools across Tennessee. Learn how our Family Engagement Specialists can support your school or help your family...

Introduction to Family Engagement – Rutherford County

by jfisher@thearctn.org | Feb 16, 2024

Save the date to learn about Family Engagement in Special Education, sponsored by The Arc Rutherford County, as we explore how parents impact the Individualized Education team, recognize their rights under IDEA, and understand long-term student outcomes. Register...

Basics of the IEP – Franklin Special School District

by jfisher@thearctn.org | Feb 15, 2024

Join us at We Rock the Spectrum to discuss basic information families will find helpful during their student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meeting. Register...

Student-led IEP Meetings and Diploma Options

by jfisher@thearctn.org | Jan 16, 2024

Come discuss how to get students more involved in their IEP meetings. Also, learn about regular and alternate diploma options and how to decide which may be best for your student. Pizza and drinks will be provided! Register...

Online Family Engagement Event – Basics of the IEP

by jfisher@thearctn.org | Dec 7, 2023

Please join us online as we partner with Nurture the Next to discuss basic information needed when developing an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). We will answer the following types of questions during our meeting – What will qualify your child for an IEP?...
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