Events
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REACH Badminton (Salinas)
Thursday, Feb 5 - Feb 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
REACH Badminton is a low-impact, full-body workout for youth of ALL abilities ages 10 and up. Special Kids Connect's REACH Badminton is a low-impact, full-body workout that has been shown to improve hand-eye coordination, support social skill development, and enhance cognitive skills. AND it's a lot of FUN! Join us! REACH Badminton…
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Pathway to a Diploma for Students with Disabilities: What You Need to Know (Zoom)
Thursday, Feb 26, 2026 at 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
The California Department of Education, Special Education Division, in partnership with the Seeds of Partnership project, invite you to join this engaging webinar series. Whether you're a parent seeking to learn more about special education, related supports, and how to deepen your partnership with educators, or an educator looking for strategies…
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Successful Transition Planning for Students in Special Education (Zoom)
Tuesday, Mar 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Presented by Disability Rights California, this training helps families understand how to plan for a child with a disability to successfully move from school to adulthood. It explains how the School District, Regional Center, and Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) should work together to support students in preparing for life after high school.…
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Planificación exitosa de la transición para estudiantes de educación especial (Zoom)
Thursday, Mar 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Presentado por Disability Rights California, esta capacitación ayuda a las familias a comprender cómo planificar la transición exitosa de un niño con discapacidad de la escuela a la vida adulta. Explica cómo el Distrito Escolar, el Centro Regional y el Departamento de Rehabilitación (DOR) deben colaborar para…
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Lunch with Moms / Almuerzo con Mamas (Salinas)
Friday, Mar 6, 2026 at 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Hey Moms and those who fill a mom-like role in the lives of children (and adults!) with special needs! We are gathering at First Awakenings for lunch on Friday, March 6. Each participant will be responsible for their lunch but you do not need to purchase lunch to join the fun. Register on the link above or call (831) 372-2730 with…
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Special Needs Parent Support Group - English (Salinas)
Friday, Mar 13, 2026 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 (Soledad)
Friday, Mar 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
WALK-INS WILL BE ALLOWED AS SPACE PERMITS. 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,…
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Cuarta Conferencia Anual De la Organización Mariposas (Greenfield)
Saturday, Mar 14, 2026 at 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
El propósito de esta conferencia es brindar a las familias de nuestras comunidades información educativa, médica y legal sobre los servicios y derechos de sus hijos con capacidades diferentes. Durante la conferencia se proporcionará desayuno y almuerzo y habrá mesas de recursos y sorpresas. No se proporcionará…
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At Age 3, Everything Changes ~ Navigating the Transition from Early Start to Preschool (Zoom)
Monday, Mar 23, 2026 at 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Did you know that when your child is 3 years old, they are eligible for special education services through their school district -- even if they are not enrolled in school? If you have a 2 year-old receiving services through the San Andreas Regional Center or MCOE, learn how the delivery of these services changes on your child's 3rd birthday.…
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A los 3 anos, todo cambia ~ Navegando con la transicion de Early Start "Inicio Temprano" a Pre-escolar (Zoom)
Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
¿Sabías que cuando tu hijo tiene 3 años, es elegible para recibir servicios de educación especial a través de su distrito escolar, incluso si no está inscrito en la escuela? Si tienes un hijo de 2 años que recibe servicios a través del Centro Regional de San Andreas o MCOE, aprende cómo…
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