Collective responsibility in special education is the idea that all members of a school community share responsibility for the success of students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This webinar will explore the concept of collective responsibility in special education, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among educators and families to support students with diverse needs. Families will gain practical insights into their roles and strategies for active participation in their child’s education.

Georgia has a robust arts and entertainment sector, and of course, lots of job opportunities are contained within our state’s storytelling businesses. From feature films and podcasts to theatre and live music, there exist opportunities for creative employment throughout the state.

The feature speaker at this event is Marsha Hallager, known for The Color of Pain: Invisible Disabilities, Renegades (2021), and Love Unexpected (2023). She will talk about her work, careers in entertainment, and disability as a vital part of making art. This will serve as a kickoff event for NDEAM 2025!

Join us for Empowering Neurodivergent Self-Advocacy, AANE’s 2025 Fall Daniel W. Rosenn Symposium. This impactful event is designed to introduce Neurodivergent individuals to strategies for effective self-advocacy. Our inspiring speakers will share practical tools for self-advocacy, with a focus on energy regulation, storytelling, communication, and personal empowerment. Whether an Autistic individual is just beginning their advocacy journey or looking to deepen their skills, this symposium offers valuable insights to promote dynamic growth.

Do you come away from meetings not saying what you intended or feeling as though your viewpoint is misunderstood? Do you listen to what other team members say? How do you respond? Communication is key to effective partnerships. Learn to recognize the barriers in communication that can get in the way of collaboration and positive outcomes. Strengthen your advocacy skills by learning effective and collaborative communication strategies. This workshop is a collaboration with the Family Resource Network. Registration is required.

Join us as P2P provides basic information about parental rights under IDEA, including confidentiality, notice, consent, surrogate parents, free and appropriate public education (FAPE), least restrictive environment (LRE), evaluations and dispute resolution methods such as mediation and due process.