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SUMMARY:TN Disability Mega-Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Tennessee Disability MegaConference is Tennessee’s largest disability-specific conference for individuals with disabilities\, families\, and professionals. At the conference\, people share the latest information and innovations. \nStop by the TNSTEP booth to say hello\, grab resources\, and learn more about how we support families and youth with disabilities across the state. \nAugust 21\, 2026\nEmbassy Suites – Murfreesboro\n1200 Conference Center Blvd.\, Murfreesboro\, TN  37129 \nRegister Here
URL:https://tnstep.info/calendar/tn-disability-mega-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro\, 1200 Conference Center Blvd.\, Murfreesboro\, TN\, 37129\, United States
CATEGORIES:TNSTEP Workshops - Middle TN,TNSTEP Events - Statewide
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SUMMARY:TNSTEP - Who We Are and What We Do Presentation with Tennessee Disability Pathfinders
DESCRIPTION:Join Patricia Valladares\, TNSTEP’s Director of Middle Tennessee Services and Multicultural Liaison\, as she provides an overview of TNSTEP’s services and shares her personal journey. \nDate: August 21\, 2026\nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 pm Central (1-2 pm Eastern) \nLink to register: TBA \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Padron\, MS/ Community Support Coordinator\nTennessee Disability Pathfinder\n(615) 322-6237 or jennifer.a.padron@vumc.org
URL:https://tnstep.info/calendar/tnstep-who-we-are-8-21-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:TNSTEP Events - Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tennessee Disability Pathfinder":MAILTO:jennifer.a.padron@vumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T100000
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SUMMARY:IEP vs 504 Training and UTHSC Family Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of Community Engagement and Wellbeing at UT Health Sciences and the Benjamin L. Hooks branch of the Memphis Public Libraries for our Family Resource Fair from 10 am – 1 pm CT.  Enjoy presentations and connect with community partners for resources for families and caregivers. There will also be giveaways\, food trucks\, and more! \nTNSTEP’s Katherine Williams will be there to share resources and talk about the free support services we provide to families of children and youth with disabilities—from birth to age 26—including help understanding rights under IDEA\, advocating for their child’s needs\, and collaborating effectively with school teams. She will also give a presentation on IEP vs. 504: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 am CT.
URL:https://tnstep.info/calendar/iep-vs-504-training-uthsc-family-resource-fair-8-22-26/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Avenue\, Memphis\, Tennessee
CATEGORIES:TNSTEP Workshops - West TN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T201500
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SUMMARY:TNSTEP's Family Connection Circle! - Collaborative Advocacy Part 2
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to launch TNSTEP’s Family Connection Circle! \nOur new Family Connection Circle is a learning and community-building group for Tennessee families of children and youth (birth to 26) with disabilities. Plan to attend Part 2 of the online Collaborative Advocacy training designed to help parents feel more confident participating in the IEP process. \nDate: August 25\nTime: 7:00–8:15 p.m. ET / 6:00–7:15 p.m. CT \nDuring this interactive series\, you’ll:\n• Learn about your role on your child’s IEP team and how to prepare for meetings.\n• Build stronger partnerships with your school team.\n• Practice new skills through small-group activities based on real-life scenarios.\n• Connect with other families across Tennessee. \nThe series will be presented by Crystal Sanford\, Founder of Sanford Autism Advocacy Group\, and Dr. Angie Balsley\, Founder of Unified Leadership and Senior Consultant with CADRE—two nationally recognized leaders in collaborative special education practices. \nRegister: \nSession 2 – https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/9VFT-bWCQ1qi5xHRPzesDA
URL:https://tnstep.info/calendar/family-connection-circle-collaborative-advocacy-part-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:TNSTEP Events - Statewide
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T123000
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SUMMARY:Support and Services 101: From Early Intervention to the Classroom Virtual Training
DESCRIPTION:TEIS Family-Focused Quarterly Lunch and Learn Series presentation. \nThis virtual training is for families of children served through Part C Tennessee Early Intervention Services (TEIS) to help them prepare for the transition to Part B services. The training provides practical information and guidance to help families understand the transition process and prepare for school-based special education services. \nThis training covers: \n\nTransitioning from TEIS to preschool\nEvaluation and eligibility\nSchool supports and services\nUnderstanding the IEP process\nResources and next steps\n\nFamilies will leave with a better understanding of the transition process\, practical tools for navigating special education\, and the confidence to actively participate as members of their child’s educational team. \nDate: Wednesday\, August 26\, 2026\nTime: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Central (12:30 – 1:30 pm Eastern) \nTrainer: Katherine Williams\, TNSTEP Director of West TN Services \nThis session will be presented on Webex \nJoin at this link: https://tn.webex.com/tn/j.php?MTID=m23752bcc355499be3294cf9d68800f5f \nWebinar Access Code: 2310 552 6951\nWebinar password: fiW3eRYa8W3 \n(34933792 if dialing from a phone or video system) \nFor more information and to register contact: Emily Greer at emily.greer@tn.gov
URL:https://tnstep.info/calendar/support-and-services-101-8-26-26/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tennessee Early Intervention System":MAILTO:emily.greer@tn.gov
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