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Webinar Series – “Student-Centered Transitions: The FMPTIC Learning Series”

August 27, 2026

A free, six-part webinar series providing practical tools, implementation strategies and systems-level knowledge for teachers, professionals and family members supporting students with disabilities navigate transition planning Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center (FMPTIC) and Illinois Elevating…

El seminario web – “¡Conoce Tus Opciones!”

September 16, 2026

¿Recibió recientemente una carta de notificación temprana o una carta de selección de PUNS? Únase al Programa de Abogacía para Familias de The Arc of Illinois para “¡Conoce Tus Opciones!” El seminario web se lleva a cabo el…

Webinar Series – “Student-Centered Transitions: The FMPTIC Learning Series”

September 24, 2026

A free, six-part webinar series providing practical tools, implementation strategies and systems-level knowledge for teachers, professionals and family members supporting students with disabilities navigate transition planning Join Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center (FMPTIC) and Illinois…

El seminario web – “¡Conoce Tus Opciones!”

October 21, 2026

¿Recibió recientemente una carta de notificación temprana o una carta de selección de PUNS? Únase al Programa de Abogacía para Familias de The Arc of Illinois para “¡Conoce Tus Opciones!” El seminario web se lleva a cabo el…

DSCC Family Advisory Council Open Forum

November 5, 2026

DSCC Family Advisory Council logo showing a colorful chain of stick figures holding hands in front of an outline of the state of Illinois

A virtual forum for all families of children with special healthcare needs and disabilities to share their feedback and experiences Family input is important to us at the Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC)….

21st Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference in Lisle

November 5, 2026 – November 6, 2026

The “Stepping Stones of Transition” conference shares services and resources to prepare youth and young adults with special healthcare needs and other disabilities for success in adulthood. The 2026 Illinois Statewide Transition Conference, titled “Stepping…