News and Resources: August 2025
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Back to School Series: Tips and Tools for a Confident Start to the School Year

Tuesdays: August 5, 12, 19 | 6:00-7:15 PM | Zoom

Join us for three short, powerful discussions to address common back-to-school concerns and questions. Each session will help you:

• Get clear on what to expect from your child’s IEP team

• Build routines and tools to support your child’s success

• Feel more confident communicating with schools

Register once, attend any or all!

More information | e-Flyer (multilingual)

August 5 • Back to School IEP Basics: Unlock the power of your child’s IEP! FACT Oregon staff will provide tips on reviewing and updating your child's IEP, as well as One-Page Profiles and how to ensure smooth summer-to-school handoffs.

August 12 • Smooth Transitions for Back to School Success: Get tips and tools from our great panelists to support a smooth transition back to school, no matter your child’s needs: we'll hear from Payton Henderson (Southern Oregon ESD), Danielle Khieu (The Arc Jackson County), and Larissa Meany (The Ivy School | Activate Your Advocacy Parent Leadership graduate).

August 19 • Q & A with ODE: ODE’s Jeremy Wells will answer your special education questions around what families can expect as their child goes back to school.

Questions: program@factoregon.org | 503-786-6082

Cost: Trainings are FREE for families and individuals with disabilities, with the option to add a certificate of attendance for $25.00.

The fee for professionals is $50.00, which includes a certificate of attendance. Please check your agency's policies and requirements to determine credit eligibility.

Language Services: Training will be provided in English with Spanish interpretation. Please request other language support at least 14 days before the event. We will do our best to accommodate.

The Early Years, Together!
A Series for Families of Children Birth-5 Navigating Early Childhood Services

Tuesdays, September 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 14
6:00-7:00 PM | Zoom

Are you raising a young child with a disability or developmental delay? You’re not alone—and we’re here to walk this journey with you.

This 5-week series is for parents and caregivers just like you to learn, share, and feel supported. Build your confidence, find your voice, and help your child thrive.

Register once, attend any or all

More information | e-Flyer (multilingual)

What You’ll Take Away:

• A better understanding of your child’s strengths and needs.

• Easy ways to support learning in everyday routines.

• More confidence working with EI and ECSE services.

• Support for big changes, like starting kindergarten.

• A bigger picture of your child’s full life and future.

• Encouragement to speak up and be part of bigger conversations.

Topics We Will Cover:

• Key concepts in disability support and building your family’s vision for your child's future.

• Understanding your child’s learning and growth.

• Getting support through Oregon’s EI/ECSE system.

• Speaking up for your child’s needs and rights.

• Working with your child’s team in respectful ways.

• Becoming a leader and making change in your community.

Questions: program@factoregon.org | 503-786-6082

Cost: Trainings are FREE for families and individuals with disabilities, with the option to add a certificate of attendance for $25.00.

The fee for professionals is $50.00, which includes a certificate of attendance. Please check your agency's policies and requirements to determine credit eligibility.

Language Services: Training will be provided in English with Spanish interpretation. Please request other language support at least 14 days before the event. We will do our best to accommodate.

Money Skills, No Limits!
Financial Empowerment for Youth with Disabilities

Mondays and Wednesdays | October 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Zoom

This 6-session virtual training series helps young people with disabilities, along with their families, learn how to manage and make smart choices about money. We encourage youth (14-26) and their families to attend together!

Register for the series

More information | e-Flyer (multilingual)

Youth will learn:

• Why it's important for youth to make their own decisions about money.

• About bank accounts, digital wallets, and mobile payments.

• How to be safe with money.

• How to set goals, create budgets, and make plans to spend wisely.

• How credit - or borrowing money - works.

• How having a job can affect SSI/SSDI benefits.

• Financial resources available to get more help.

This series is presented in partnership with the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation and OnPoint Community Credit Union.

Cost: FREE for youth ages 14-26 and their families (Youth must attend)

Language Services: Training will be provided in English with Spanish interpretation. Please request ASL or other language support at least 14 days before the series. We will do our best to accommodate.

💡 Want to feel confident with your money? Have hopes and dreams and want to know how to save for them?

FACT Oregon’s Money Skills, No Limits program is for you—you’ll learn the basics of budgeting, making smart choices with your money, and planning for your future.

Don’t miss this chance to take control of your money and your goals!
👉 Sign up and start your money journey!

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