Watch the recording of "The 988 Crisis Line - What Families Should Know" here. You may have seen in media outlets that a new crisis line, 988, has been launched in Vermont and nationally. What exactly is 988 and how might it impact your family? Please join us as we host a team from the […]

Watch the recording for "Protecting and Empowering our Children and Youth with Autism Through Kidpower" here. In this workshop, adults who support children and youth will learn how to help young people with autism build stronger relationships and be safer from bullying, abuse, and other harm. We'll practice ways parents & caregivers can teach young […]

Watch the recording of  "Students with Disabilities and School Discipline - Understanding Your Rights" here. This workshop will examine the rights of students with disabilities as they relate to school discipline.  The session will include an overview of students’ discipline rights and protections and answer questions like: Who can/can’t be suspended? What is an informal […]

Watch the recording "Equitable and Inclusive Environments for Every Family: Stopping the Suspension and Expulsion of Preschoolers in Vermont" here. In 2005, the first published national rates of preschoolers being expelled from childcare and preschool programs received tremendous national and international media attention. Since then, Vermont and other states across the country have worked on […]

Watch recording for the Open Enrollment Virtual Town Hall here. Interested in learning more about Open Enrollment for the Vermont Health Insurance Marketplace (Vermont Health Connect) or need to enroll or renew your health insurance through Vermont Health Connect (VHC)? Get information that you can share or use for yourself. Open Enrollment started November 1st! […]

Watch recording for "College & Careers: Personalized Support Planning" here. Learn how Progressive Education can help ease the stress for a youth with a disability and their family as they consider college and careers during or after high school. Progressive Education can help a young person identify their path and develop the skills to succeed […]

Watch recording for "Regulating at Home" here. Regulating at home can be tricky, especially after a day of school and activities. Being around your child who is fluctuating in and out of regulation can look and feel out of control, overwhelming, dysregulating, and triggering for everyone in the family. In this workshop learn about what […]

Watch the recording for "Finding a Summer Camp: There is a camp in New England for every camper!" here. Join us for a presentation and conversation around finding a summer camp. We’ll cover the overall camp experience touching upon the natural connection between camp and school, including how camps can fit into the extended school […]

Watch the recording for "Learn, Earn, and Prosper (LEAP): Opportunities for Blind and Visually Impaired Youth in Vermont" here. LEAP has something for everyone! Join us to hear about the variety of options for work experiences and personal-professional development for blind and visually impaired youth throughout the state. We’ll cover the process of referrals and […]

Watch the recording for "Services for Children who are Blind or Visually Impaired - What can VABVI provide for My Child?" here. In this workshop, parents and professionals will learn about Vermont Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired (VABVI) services for children ages birth through high school graduation. VABVI staff includes Teachers of the […]

Watch the recording for "HireAbility VT’s Summer Career Exploration Program!" here. Learn about this summer program that provides work experience and job readiness skills training to students with disabilities. We will share information about who is involved, the impact, and hear directly from a parent and student about their experience with the program. Presenters: Sam […]

Join us for our Advocacy and Policy Committee meeting! You will learn more about what’s happening at the state house and inform how we advocate for change. Your input on these important issues are essential to our success!