Events

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A los 3 anos, todo cambia ~ Navegando con la transicion de Early Start "Inicio Temprano" a Pre-escolar (Zoom)

Event Date:
Tuesday, May 19, 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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Diploma Pathways for Special Education Students (Zoom)

Event Date:
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Special Kids Connect invites parents and families of students with IEPs in the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District (MPUSD) to join an upcoming virtual workshop. Discover how MPUSD students with disabilities can work toward a high school diploma that honors their unique learning pathways, strengths, skills, and future goals. Learn about…

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An Introduction to Special Needs Estate Planning (Zoom)

Event Date:
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Join us for an informative workshop on special needs estate planning designed to help families secure the future of their loved ones with special needs. Presented by special needs estate planning attorney Jeanette Martinez, this interactive session will cover essential topics such as establishing special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, and how to preserve…

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Play, Connect, Grow / Juega, Conecta, Crece (Soledad)

Event Date:
Friday, May 22, 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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Moms' Night Out / Noche de mamás - Pizza & Paint (Salinas)

Event Date:
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Special Kids Connect is hosting a Pizza & Pot Painting Night! We will be painting flower pots, eating, and enjoying time together with other moms and caregivers. Join us to relax and socialize. This is a moms/caregivers-only event—no children please. Space is limited. Questions or help with the form? Call (831) 372-2730. No refunds. ¡Special…

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Strengthening Partnerships Webinar Series (Zoom)

Event Date:
Thursday, May 28, 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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Planificación Patrimonial para necesidades especiales (Spanish) (Zoom)

Event Date:
Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Aprenda cómo proteger los activos mientras mantiene los beneficios por incapacidad para su hijo en esta presentación interactiva, realizada por la abogada de planificación de necesidades especiales, Jeanette Martinez. Los temas cubiertos incluirán fideicomisos para necesidades especiales, cuentas ABLE y beneficios públicos.…

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Special Needs Parent Support Group - English (Salinas)

Event Date:
Friday, May 29, 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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Grupo de Apoyo para Padres de Niños con Necesidades Especiales (Salinas)

Event Date:
Friday, Jun 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

¡No está usted solo! El grupo de apoyo para padres con necesidades especiales dirigido por padres de Special Kids Connect es un espacio seguro y acogedor donde los padres pueden compartir sus experiencias y desafíos al criar a un niño con autismo. A través de conversaciones abiertas, intercambio de recursos y el apoyo…

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Superhero SARC Summer Festival / Festival Anual de verano de superhéroes (Salinas)

Event Date:
Saturday, Jun 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Wear your superhero Costume and attend SARC's Annual Superhero Summer Festival. Parents, Individuals with developmental disabilities, the community, and service providers are all welcomed to attend this FREE event. Come join SARC for a family day full of fun and games to welcome the summer while coming together as a special needs community. There…

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