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Trainings & Workshops

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Navigating the road to work: Building experience

August 18, 2026

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1 – 2:30 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual
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AI and assistive technology: Opportunities, limitations, and practical uses

August 25, 2026

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2 – 3 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual
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Tech for Teens: Conductive paint circuit

August 29, 2026

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10 – 11 a.m. CT
Location: PACER Center
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Social Security Disability: Applying and Qualifying for Benefits

September 9, 2026

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1 – 2:30 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual

Back-to-school success: Assistive technology for reading

September 10, 2026

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1 – 2 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual

Navigating the road to work: Building supports

September 15, 2026

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1 – 2:30 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual

Positive educational outcomes for students with mental health needs: Communicating with the IEP team

September 16, 2026

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12 – 1 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual
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Special Education Advisory Councils (SEAC): Your superpower connection to district-level advocacy

September 17, 2026

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12 – 1 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual

Back-to-school success: Assistive technology for writing

September 17, 2026

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1 – 2 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual
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Positive educational outcomes for students with mental health needs: Navigating IEP team disagreements

September 23, 2026

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12 – 1 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual

Understanding special education: Process and rights

September 23, 2026

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12 – 1 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual
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The critical role of interpreters in special education meetings

September 23, 2026

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2 – 4 p.m. CT
Location: PACER Center

Back-to-school success: Assistive technology for math

September 24, 2026

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1 – 2 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual

Understanding special education: Evaluation and eligibility

September 30, 2026

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12 – 1 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual

Understanding special education: The IEP

October 7, 2026

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12 – 1 p.m.
Location: Virtual

Visit PACER’s YouTube channel to view previously recorded trainings.