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Workshops and Live Stream Events

September 2023

  • STEAM Rollers : Fall Series Part 2

    Date: Saturday, September 23, 2023 — 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM CT
    STEAM Rollers is a science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) tabletop role-playing group (like Dungeons & Dragons) for middle to high school students. Up to 6 participants will immerse in a challenge while taking on the persona of a STEAM professional to solve a related problem. Youth won’t want to miss this fun and immersive experience!
  • Tech for Teens Club : PACER Makerspace Experience

    Date: Saturday, September 23, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CT
    We want your feedback! Join Tech for Teens staff on a tour of the new PACER Makerspace. Get a first look at the cutting-edge tools and equipment and help staff plan for 2024.
  • What's So Special About Turning Three?

    Date: Monday, September 25, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    Prior to age three, every child and family on an IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) goes through a step called transition. Families will learn how to actively participate in the transition from Part C early intervention services to Part B preschool services or other community-based services.
  • Beyond Keyboards: Alternative Tools for Controlling Your Computer

    Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    This workshop will explore different ways to control computers and mobile devices. Demos will range from alternative keyboards and mice to voice control and switch access.
  • Understanding Special Education : Part 1: IDEA, the Big Picture

    Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    Parents are unintentionally at a disadvantage in understanding how the world of special education works. Participants will gain an overall understanding of special education, the steps in the special education process, and how to request an educational evaluation.
  • Assistive Technology to Support Elementary Academics

    Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 — 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    This workshop for parents and educators will showcase a variety of low- and high-tech assistive technology tools to help elementary-aged students with reading, writing, and math.
  • Working Towards Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education

    Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 — 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    This introductory workshop will provide parents and others with information to help understand the special education process, how to prepare for a positive individualized Education Program (IEP) team approach to supporting a child’s mental health needs in school with interventions and supports, and how to navigate IEP team disagreements.
  • Your Role, Your Rights, Your Voice: Understanding Special Education to Support Your Native American Child

    Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 — 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    Are you the parent, guardian, or family member of a Native American student in special education? If so, join PACER’s Native American family advocate to deepen your understanding of special education. Attendees will learn about the Individualized Education Program (IEP), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), parent involvement, and how to advocate for your child in their school community. The presentation will be followed by an open Q & A session.
  • Gearing Up for Graduation and Beyond

    Date: Thursday, September 28, 2023 — 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    Are you a parent or caregiver of a middle or high school student, and unsure about graduation requirements and available resources? Participants of this workshop will learn what questions to ask school staff and tasks to complete with your student. Attendees will receive a set of Graduation Tip Cards.

October 2023

November 2023

  • Life Planning Series : Part 1: Special and Supplemental Needs Trusts and ABLE Accounts

    Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 — 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    This workshop will focus on power of attorney, health care directives, maintaining eligibility for government benefits, special and supplemental needs trusts, and ABLE Accounts. Presented by Roger Strege, CES™, President of Special Needs Planners, Financial Planner, Certified Estate, and Trust Specialist.
  • Intro to Assistive Technology: An Overview of Low- to High-Tech Tools

    Date: Wednesday, November 8, 2023 — 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    This workshop will explore assistive technology (AT) to support the needs of people with disabilities. We will discuss categories of AT, choosing tools to use, and the services of PACER's Simon Technology Center.
  • Tech for Teens Club : Build a Computer

    Date: Saturday, November 11, 2023 — 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM CT
    Building a computer can feel overwhelming, join this Tech for Teens workshop to feel more confident in building or fixing a computer. In this workshop, learn about the hardware needed to make a computer work and then put a computer together and see if it will power on!
  • Life Planning Series : Part 2: Supported Decision Making and Guardianship

    Date: Monday, November 13, 2023 — 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    This workshop will address the consideration and purpose of supported decision-making and guardianship, with a focus on the details of the legal procedures and a discussion about both short and long-term planning. Presented by Joseph P. Kukla, esq., Thiel, Anderson, Kukla & Gunderson, PLLP.
  • Assistive Technology for Reading

    Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    Learn about assistive technology to help with all stages of reading. Apps and tools will be shared to help with learning the basics, minimizing the effects of dyslexia, helping with vision impairments, and more.
  • Creating an Evaluation Plan for Your Child With Mental Health Needs

    Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023 — 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    Actively work through the planning process with a sample Evaluation Plan, to learn how the plan is created and the role of parents and the special education team.

December 2023

  • Assistive Technology for Writing

    Date: Wednesday, December 6, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    Learn about assistive technology to help with a range of writing skill levels. See apps for drafting to revising along with the basics of writing and various digital and voice options.
  • Finding Balance: Navigating the Maze of School Stress

    Date: Wednesday, December 13, 2023 — 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CT
    Location: Online Web Streaming
    School can be stressful for many reasons, but stress can be reduced with tools and supports. This workshop focuses on tips, tools, and supports that can help decrease school-based stress and anxiety.