PACER Center

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  • Open office hours with PACER advocates: IEPs are hard to read. It’s not you – it’s the IEP

    It's a common experience for parents of students with disabilities to feel overwhelmed when they open up their child's Individualized Education Program (IEP) and try to read it. Drop in for a conversation with PACER Advocates Rachel Pearson and Jade Wilson to learn about helpful strategies you can use to understand what your child's IEP actually means.  Your questions will guide the conversation, and no question is too big or too small.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify webinars@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

    Free

  • AT to support executive function in early childhood

    Learning executive function skills is a key part of early childhood development. These skills include managing emotions, building focus and attention, and developing an understanding of time. This webinar will explore a variety of assistive technology (AT) tools like emotional supports, timers, visual schedules, and sensory items to help young children build these important skills.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

    Free

  • How to use Switch Control for iPads

    Join us to learn how to set up and use Switch Control on the iPad. This session will cover essential settings, how to set up Switch Control, and practical examples to support users who need alternative access for navigating and interacting with their device.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

    Free

  • IEP meetings for your child with mental health needs

    Individualized Education Program (IEP) team meetings can be challenging when a child has complex mental health needs. This workshop will help parents prepare for a positive meeting to support their child’s mental health needs in school. It will include a discussion of an example IEP and explore what each section means, what parents need to know, questions to ask, and how to advocate for changes. Participants will also develop a greater understanding of what positive supports and interventions are available and how to navigate disagreements.

    Free

  • Moving Up! Transitioning to a new school on an IEP

    Join us for this workshop to learn about the transition process from elementary to middle school and middle to high school for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Parents will learn about the importance of having a transition meeting, the timeline of transitioning to a new school, what resources and supports are available, and ways they can prepare and support their child.

    Free

  • Q&A with PACER advocates on inclusion: What is it and why does it matter?

    It’s a common experience for parents of students with disabilities to have concerns about their child’s inclusion in a variety of settings at school. Drop in for a conversation with PACER advocates to learn helpful strategies that can maximize inclusion opportunities at school for your child. Your questions will guide the conversation; no question is too big or small.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

    Free

  • Overcoming barriers to communication with your child’s IEP team

    Join us to learn about ways you can overcome barriers and improve communication with your child's IEP team and school staff. This workshop is based on real parent experiences and will focus on tips, strategies, and interactive scenarios for discussion.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

    Free

  • How to do an IEP document review

    Is your child's Individualized Education Program (IEP) tailored to their individual needs? Parents and guardians are invited to join us for this workshop where they will explore the process of doing a special education document review. It will include pointers on how to read the evaluation report and the IEP with an emphasis on the importance of progress reports. Understanding how these documents work together can help build confidence that a child’s IEP is meeting their needs or clarify areas of concern that can be discussed in an IEP team meeting.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

  • Exploring sensory supports beyond fidgets

    In this one-hour webinar, we'll explore a variety of sensory tools that support focus, regulation, and comfort across everyday environments. Moving beyond traditional fidgets, participants will learn how sensory supports can be selected and used intentionally to enhance participation at home, school, work, and in the community.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

    Free

  • Tech tools for job success

    Join us for this workshop to learn about technology that can help teens and adults with disabilities build the skills they need to get and keep a job. Participants will see demos of apps and devices that can support them through managing time, staying organized, and getting tasks done — like alarms, calendars, to-do lists, reminders, and task directions. They'll also explore how executive function tools like these can help them gain more confidence and succeed at work.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

  • Beyond keyboards: Alternative tools for controlling your computer

    Keyboards and mice are great tools, but do not work for everyone. Join us for this workshop to discover different ways to control your computer and mobile devices. You'll learn about tools ranging from voice control to switches, adaptive mice, and keyboards. We'll demonstrate several simple things that can make accessing your computer easier and explore some more complex setups too.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

  • AI and assistive technology: Opportunities, limitations, and practical uses

    Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the assistive technology landscape. Join us for this workshop and explore how AI is being incorporated into tools that support reading, writing, communication, organization, access to information, and more. You'll learn about the potential benefits, current limitations, and important considerations for determining when AI may—or may not—be an appropriate solution.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.