Join us for the 2025 Family Matters PTIC Virtual Special Education Parent Summit on October 15–17! This FREE three-day event features expert-led sessions in English and Spanish on conflict resolution, guardianship, assistive technology, behavioral supports, transition planning, and much more. Families, self-advocates, and professionals will gain tools, resources, and strategies to navigate special education with confidence.
SPEAKERS
We are excited to welcome from:
- Equip for Equality – Amanda Klemas
- Arc of Illinois Family Advocate Program – Ruth Aguilar
- Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission – Laura Hart and Emma Dorantes
- Blackburn and Beyond – Jamie Emmons
- Illinois State Board of Education – Sherry Bochenek
Illinois Assistive Technology Program – Jessica Schuyler-Weir - Illinois Elevating Special Educators – Stephanie Woodley
- Think College – Caroline Billeaudeau
- UIC Assistive Technology Program – Dr. Angelica Perez
- GG Interpreting Services – Gladys Guerra
- Family Matters PTIC – Abbi Mars, Karrie Potter, Consuelo Puente and Megan Mutti
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
You must register for each day separately. Note that day 3 is delivered in Spanish.
