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From One Parent to Another: Navigating the IEP Document with Confidence (Zoom)
Wednesday, Sep 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Explore the IEP document page-by-page, deepen your understanding of the special education process, and learn how to advocate for your child's needs. Presented by Carolyn Swanson, Special Needs Parent and Co-Founder of Magic Babies Support Group. Note: For ASL interpretation please contact us via email at [email protected]. ASL will be…
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De un padre a otro: Navegar el documento del IEP con confianza (Zoom)
Thursday, Sep 4, 2025 at 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Explore el documento del IEP página por página, profundice su comprensión del proceso de educación especial y aprenda cómo defender las necesidades de su hijo. Presentado por Adriana De Los Santos - Madre de un niño con necesidades especiales
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Coastal Kids Home Care's Touch-A-Truck Event (Salinas)
Sunday, Sep 7, 2025 at 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Coastal Kids Home Care is excited to announce its 11th annual Touch-A-Truck Salinas event. The event includes vehicles, food trucks, music, and more. Children and adults can climb into a fire engine, explore a bulldozer, and get behind the wheel of a big rig -- a few of the over 50 vehicles to explore. They can learn about CPR, build a toy…
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SSI for Youth (ages 0 - 17 years old) (Zoom)
Monday, Sep 8, 2025 at 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Do you want to learn more about SSI (Supplemental Security Income) for youth (ages 0- 17)? Join Special Kids Connect and Disability Rights California for a workshop to learn about SSI for children with disabilities ages 17 and younger. In this workshop, you will learn: - Eligibility rules - What makes applying for SSI for children different…
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REACH LEGO (Salinas)
Tuesday, Sep 9 - Sep 30, 2025 at 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Through REACH LEGO®, participants (ages 7 and up) of all abilities will be introduced to the fundamentals of creations including: Imagination Creativity Fun Learning Join us! REACH LEGO® will take place for 4 weeks beginning Tuesday, September 9 and running through Tuesday, September 30 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Space is extremely limited! …
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Monterey County SELPA's Community Advisory Committee (CAC) Meeting (ZOOM)
Wednesday, Sep 10, 2025 at 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
The SELPA Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meets regularly to discuss topics of interest to parents and community members who take an active interest in all matters concerning special education in Monterey County. The CAC reviews and makes recommendations relating to the SELPA Local Plan and participates in other activities to support students with…
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Game Night for Teens/Adults Ages 14+ (Salinas)
Thursday, Sep 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Special Kids Connect's Neurodiverse Event Committee is hosting a Carnival Game Night, designed just for teens and adults 14+ with special needs! Join us on September 11 for an evening filled with games, food, and fun! This event is open to teens and adults ages 14+ for $10 with 1 chaperone ticket included. Si necesita apoyo con traduccion a español…
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Special Needs Parent Support Group - English (Salinas)
Friday, Sep 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
You are not alone! Our Special Needs Parent Support Group is a safe and welcoming space where parents can share their experiences and challenges of raising a child with autism. Through open conversations, resource sharing, and support from other families in similar situations, the group seeks to offer emotional, educational, and practical guidance,…
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Play Connect Grow / Juega Conecta Crece (Salinas)
Friday, Sep 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Special Kids Connect invites families to attend a parent & child development class that the whole family can enjoy! Designed for Moms, Dads & Little Ones (ages 0-5), Play • Connect • Grow / Juega • Conecta • Crece will provide tools to strengthen parenting skills, promote school readiness, support emergency preparedness,…
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Moms' Night Out / Noche para Mamas (Castroville)
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Join us for a Mom's Night Out in Castroville * No-host dinner (each person pays for their own meal/food) * Adults only, please! (No children. allowed.) Registration required. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ¡Únase a nosotros para una noche para mamás…
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