Next STEPs
The Next STEPs training program is a four-part series that prepares parents of children with special needs and educators to advocate for appropriate educational services for children as well as help to advocate for others in their community. The training provides in-depth information on the following topics:
- preparing for the PPT
- understanding the IEP
- understanding parent leadership opportunities
- effective communication
- dispute resolution
- special education laws
- current issues in CT and nationally
- the role of family in educational programming
After completing the Next STEPs training series, attendees are encouraged to share the information that they learned and use their knowledge to effect change in their own community. Next STEPs graduates (Parent Advisors) receive monthly updates and emails on information related to special education in Connecticut as well as information to keep them informed of CPAC events and news.
For more information about becoming involved in Next STEPs, please contact Jane Hampton-Smith, Next STEPs Coordinator at jhampton@cpacinc.org or 1-800-445-2722.
More Information
- Staying Up-to-Date with Laws and News
Quarterly updates and monthly e-blasts are sent to Next STEPs Parent Advisors. Past editions of both can be accessed here *Please Note: Parent Advisors, don't forget to check your email for monthly e-blasts and quarterly Updates. Please let us know if your mailing or email address changes so that we can continue to provide you with the information that you need.
- Next STEPs Success Stories
Next STEPs Parent Advisors use their knowledge and skills to help their children and other children receive appropriate educational services. Check out a few their success stories.
- Events and Opportunities for Parent Advisors
Next STEPs Parent Advisors are invited to attend follow-up workshops and events that are geared specifically for them. Click here to view these events.
