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SUMMARY:The Next STEP - IEP Planning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Preparing for Effective Participation in Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meetings. This free workshop is designed to enable attendees to understand and fully participate in the IEP Team process. \nYou will learn: \n\nThe types of services that can be provided through special education.\nThe information on the Individual Education Program (IEP) document and where it goes.\nHow to express parent concerns and ensure they are addressed by the IEP team.\nUnderstand Present Levels of Performance and Measurable Annual Goals.\nStrategies to prepare for effective participation in IEP meetings for their children and youth with disabilities.\n\nWhere:\nEast TN Children’s Hospital Rehabilitation Center\n1025 Children’s Way\nKnoxville\, TN 37922 \nTrainer:\nJoey Ellis\, Director of Youth Services\n(615) 682-3120\njoey.ellis@tnstep.info \nFor more information and to register contact:\nLydia or Mel\n865-690-8961 ext 6732\nLconatser@etch.com \nAdults only\, please. Registration required.
URL:https://tnstep.info/calendar/the-next-step-iep-planning-wksp-8-18-26/
LOCATION:Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital Rehabilitation Center\, 1025 Children's Way\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37922\, United States
CATEGORIES:TNSTEP Workshops - East TN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T201500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T194704Z
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SUMMARY:TNSTEP's Family Connection Circle! - Collaborative Advocacy Part 1
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. We’re kicking things off with a FREE two-part online Collaborative Advocacy training designed to help parents feel more confident participating in the IEP process. \nDate: August 18 & 25\nTime: 7:00–8:15 p.m. ET / 6:00–7:15 p.m. CT \nPlease plan to attend both sessions. \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 1 – https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/u9s9S3XWSI-OxEuQUdQC3g\nSession 2 – https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/9VFT-bWCQ1qi5xHRPzesDA
URL:https://tnstep.info/calendar/family-connection-circle-collaborative-advocacy-part-1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:TNSTEP Events - Statewide
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260715T214302Z
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SUMMARY:Early Childhood Transition Workshop - Planning for Smooth Transition for Infants and Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for families who have children being served through Part C Tennessee Early Intervention Services (TEIS) to assist them in preparing for the transition to Part B services. The information is family-friendly\, realizing that the world of special education is complex and can be overwhelming to families. \nThis training covers: \n\nNotification and Transition Plan Requirements\nEligibility Criteria for Part B Services\nTimelines and Procedural Safeguards\nPreparing for Differences in Part C and Part B Services\nPreparing for your child’s first IEP meeting\nFamilies will leave with tools to help them be engaged in team meetings\, including using effective communication strategies\, record keeping\, using data to make decisions\, sharing information about their child’s needs\, and much more.\n\nFor more information and to register\, contact:\nAmanda McGuigan\n615-441-2615\namcguigan@dsdc.org \nTrainer:\nJoey Ellis\, Director of Youth Services\n615-682-3120\njoey.ellis@tnstep.info
URL:https://tnstep.info/calendar/early-childhood-transition-wksp-8-20-26/
LOCATION:Developmental Services of Dickson County\, 115 Luther Road\, Dickson\, Tennessee\, 37055
CATEGORIES:TNSTEP Workshops - Middle TN
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260822
DTSTAMP:20260806T201037Z
CREATED:20260609T004659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T201037Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T140000
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CREATED:20260806T195746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T195918Z
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T130000
DTSTAMP:20260817T220853Z
CREATED:20260817T220031Z
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T133000
DTSTAMP:20260804T220540Z
CREATED:20260804T215825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T220540Z
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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/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:TNSTEP Events - Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tennessee Early Intervention System":MAILTO:emily.greer@tn.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260917T182659Z
CREATED:20260917T182609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182659Z
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SUMMARY:BRIDGE THE GAP Community Dialogue & Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:S.O.W. Community Outreach invites you\, your family\, your friends\, and the entire community to join us for BRIDGE THE GAP Community Dialogue & Resource Fair! \nThis event brings youth\, families\, community leaders\, organizations\, and neighbors together to connect with real resources\, solutions\, and opportunities for Orange Mound. \nAlong with our featured special guests\, many more vendors\, community organizations\, and valuable resources will be on-site to serve and connect with the community. \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. \n\nFREE FOOD\nCommunity Resources\nYouth & Family Opportunities\nEmployment & Economic Resources\nHousing & Community Services\nHealth & Wellness Resources\nCommunity Dialogue\nAnd much more!\n\nBring your family\, friends\, and neighbors. Whether you currently live in Orange Mound\, grew up in Orange Mound\, went to school there\, worship there\, work there\, or simply love the community — we want you in the room! We’re not just talking about the problems. We’re bringing people together to build solutions. \nBridging the Gap. Building Solutions. Strengthening Our Community.
URL:https://tnstep.info/calendar/bridge-the-gap-community-dialogue-resource-fair-9-26-26/
LOCATION:Orange Mound Community Center\, 2572 Park Avenue\, Memphis\, Tennessee\, 38114
CATEGORIES:TNSTEP Workshops - West TN,Other Agency Events/Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260917T182728Z
CREATED:20260917T181040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182728Z
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SUMMARY:Connect Fest
DESCRIPTION:A free community event for children from birth to age 5\, their families\, and their supporters! \nCome out for fun\, resources\, activities\, and prizes! The goal is to bring people together\, strengthen support systems\, and empower families with knowledge and the resources they need to succeed! \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. \nSponsored by Rehab at Your Place\, an early intervention agency supporting children birth-5 with developmental disabilities and their families.
URL:https://tnstep.info/calendar/connect-fest-10-24-26/
LOCATION:Burt Ferguson Park Pavilion\, 8505 Trinity Road\, Cordova\, Tennessee\, 38018
CATEGORIES:TNSTEP Workshops - West TN,Other Agency Events/Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260917T184117Z
CREATED:20260917T184002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T184117Z
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SUMMARY:Candy "Coated" Trunk or Treat Event
DESCRIPTION:The Juvenile Court of Memphis & Shelby County is excited to partner once again with the Chief Clarence L. Cash Jr. Firefighter Foundation for our annual “Candy Coated” Trunk or Treat and Coat Giveaway! \nWhat started as a community event has grown each year\, bringing families together for a day of fun while ensuring children across our community are prepared for the colder months ahead. \nLast year\, we provided hundreds of coats to children and families\, and this year\, we’re aiming for 800 coats! 🧥💙\nJoin us Saturday\, October 24\, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Juvenile Court for free candy\, family fun\, and our coat giveaway. \nWant to be part of it? Organizations and community partners interested in participating in Trunk or Treat can sign up here: bit.ly/candycoated901 \nYou can also support the effort by donating a new or gently used coat at Juvenile Court or any of the drop-off locations listed on the flyer. \nWhether you donate a coat\, decorate a trunk\, volunteer\, or simply help us spread the word\, let’s show what Memphis can do when we come together for our children. \nShare this post and help us reach 800 coats!
URL:https://tnstep.info/calendar/candy-coated-trunk-or-treat-event-10-24-26/
LOCATION:Memphis/Shelby County Juvenile Court\, 616 Adams Avenue\, Memphis\, Tennessee\, 38105
CATEGORIES:Other Agency Events/Webinars
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