Massachusetts Special-Needs Event Calendar
This page lists all Events. For a SPECIFIC DISABILITY, visit the TABS at the top of this page.
12:00 am Weston, December 13th, 2018. This presentation is geared toward’s parents who are new to the IEP process, however it provides all families with an overview of their rights under federal and state special education laws. Parents[...] 
12:00 am Forbes Library in Northampton, December 14th, 2018, 1 p.m. Have you ever watched a movie or TV and wished you could see more? This class will give a brief overview of Audio Description, what it is[...] Dec 14 all-day 
12:00 am Tri-Community YMCA in Southbridge, December 14th, 2018. Free. Open to all families with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. Learn about special education law, accessing public supports and more. * When a family includes a child[...] Dec 15 all-day 
12:00 am Waltham, December 15th, 2018. Families of children with Down syndrome and special health care needs can learn how to best support your needs, network with other families and share resources. Volunteers available for children’s recreation and support.[...] Dec 15 all-day 
12:00 am Stoneham, MA, December 15th, 2018. A modified performance for individuals with sensory-input disorders, including autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, and a range of cognitive abilities. Attendees may get up, move around, and leave the theatre during the[...] Dec 17 all-day 
12:00 am Plymouth Plantation, December 17th, 2018. Dan Habib’s film, Intelligent Lives film explores the possibilities of transforming the label of intellectual disability from lives of isolation into lives of possibilities. * Some content not appropriate for children. *[...] Dec 19 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, December 19th, 2018. Boston Ballet presents its first ever All-Access Performance of The Nutcracker. Additional accommodations and supports make this performance more accessible for individuals with disabilities and those who would benefit from: • A[...] Dec 19 all-day 
12:00 am Tyngsborough High School, December 19th, 2018. Free and open to the Public. A speaker from the Federation for Children with Special Needs, will introduce and discusses the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) and how children with disabilities[...] 
12:00 am Springfield JCC, January 3rd, 2019. For ages 14+ with all abilities, a Rocking New Years Eve and also for any family and friends wishing to come along and dance the night away. Includes a DJ, refreshments[...] Jan 8 – Mar 19 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, January 8th – March 19th, 2018. The Federation for Children with Special Needs PCTI program is an intensive training program designed to give parents and professionals a solid foundation in special education laws, procedures, and[...] Jan 12 all-day 
12:00 am Boston. These are 90-minute tours, given in American Sign Language (ASL) by Museum-trained guides. Topic of tour to be announced. An assistive listening system is available for gallery tours and talks from the Sharf Visitor Center[...] Jan 14 – Mar 19 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, Application deadline is January 14th, 2019. The Metro-Boston Region Family Leadership Series focuses on providing families with the vision, knowledge, and leadership skills they need to live in their communities as naturally and typically as[...] Jan 16 – Jan 17 all-day 
12:00 am Northshore Education Consortium in Beverly, January 16 & 17th, 2018. For anyone who works with or simply has contact with adolescents and wants to increase their knowledge of mental health in this age group. * Not intended[...] 
12:00 am Holyoke, January 17th, 2010. This free event is for those that are a RTSC Special Education Surrogate Parent, PCTI trained Parent Consultant or SEPAC Officer for your schools special-education parent advisory council. * Network Series brought to[...] Jan 17 all-day 
12:00 am Stony Brook Middle School in Westford, January 17th, 2019. The speaker will be Dr. Elizabeth Englander, a founder and director of the Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center, which delivers free anti-violence and anti-bullying programs, resources, and research to[...] Jan 19 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, January 19th, 2019. During ASL Interpreted performances, interpreters convey the story, dialogue and other elements to audience members who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. ASL section seats are available in the orchestra, allowing patrons[...] 
12:00 am Plymouth, January 22nd, 2019. For parents and educators. Executive function is an umbrella term used to describe a set of cognitive processes that are necessary for emotional and behavioral control. Learn how executive functioning skills play a[...] Jan 24 all-day 
12:00 am Leahy-Halloran Community Center, Dorchester/Boston, January 24th, 2019. Free and open to the public. Hosted by he Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (Boston SPEDPac) and the Office of Special Education at Boston Public Schools. An[...] Jan 24 all-day 
12:00 am West Yarmouth, January 24th, 2019. Free. Understanding and Managing Behavior in Young Children will feature Kelly Rodriguez MSW, LCSW, CCLS. This workshop is for parents and professionals of children with developmental considerations. * Hosted by the Kennedy-Donovan Center,[...] Jan 29 all-day 
12:00 am Seven Hills Family Support Center, Fitchburg, January 29th, 2019. Free and open to the public. Cathy Keese, a Department of Developmental Services Supervisor for the State of Massachusetts will explain the steps to guardianship and alternatives[...] Feb 6 all-day 
12:00 am Northborough Library, February 6th, 2019. Free. Deborah Vlock, author of Parenting Children with Mental Health Challenges: A Guide to Life with Emotionally Complex Kids is a “mental-health mom” who’s survived indignity, exhaustion, and the heartbreak of[...] 12:00 am Taunton, February 7th, 2019. Free and open to the Public. A speaker from the Federation for Children with Special Needs, will introduce and discusses the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) and how children with disabilities can participate[...] Feb 21 all-day 
12:00 am Plymouth, February 21st, 201. A person’s ability to communicate has been a defining characteristic of autism. Many correlate a person’s degree of autism severity with their level of speech impairment. When an “Autistic” is articulate, the assumptions,[...] Mar 7 all-day 
12:00 am Worcester, March 7th, 2019. Awareness of what entitlements your child is eligible for is important. Learn about Social Security programs; who is eligible, how and when to apply and general rules. Speakers Jeanne Clapper, HMEA Director[...] 
12:00 am Westwood High School, March 12th, 2018. Parents and guardians will hear how they may increase their understanding of accommodations, modifications and their role on the IEP Team. Presented by Tracey Stoll, an Educational Consultant licensed in Special[...] 
12:00 am Boston, March 14th, 2019. This free event is for those that are a RTSC Special Education Surrogate Parent, PCTI trained Parent Consultant or a SEPAC Officer for your school’s special-education parent advisory council. * Network Series brought[...] 
12:00 am West Bridgewater Middle/Senior School, March 20th, 2019. Cathy Hickey of the Brockton Arc and the Federation of Children with Special Needs, will discuss the ins and outs of special education rights, law, and advocacy. Join in[...] Mar 23 all-day 
12:00 am Worcester, March 23rd, 2019. Information about the 2019 conference to be announced in Winter 2019. For the 2018 conference “Extraordinary Stories”was the theme. People with Down syndrome, their family members, health care professionals and educators from across[...] 12:00 am Fall River, April 1st, 2019. Free and open to the Public. A speaker from the Federation for Children with Special Needs, will introduce and discusses the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) and how children with disabilities can[...] Apr 2 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, State House, April 2nd, 2019, Times TBA. Free event for all people with disabilities and their support teams, families members and professionals. Hear from NAMI representatives about their Mental Health Massachusetts Legislative Priorities. To register or[...] 
12:00 am April 9th, 2019. The Georgetown SEPAC hosts Attorney Tim Sindelar, who will discuss the Basics Extended Year Services over the summer for a special-needs child. An extended year program may be identified if the student has demonstrated or is likely[...] Apr 11 all-day 
12:00 am Greater Worcester Seven Hills, April 11th, 2019. An overview of statewide training programs for parents and families including SESP, PCTI, PPAL, Advocacy Bootcamp, Family Leadership Series, etc. Eligibility, program specifics, and funding sources to cover or[...] Apr 11 all-day 
12:00 am Braintree, April 11th, 2019. Suspensions & Discipline in Special Education is a workshop that identifies the shift in student discipline from zero tolerance to safe and supportive schools, summarizes district’s behavioral expectations, identifies legal protections for[...] Apr 12 – Apr 13 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, April 12th, 2019. Free to the public, fees required for those working on credits. The Bridging the Divide: Mental Health and Cancer Care symposium is designed to raise awareness about disparities in cancer care for[...] Apr 13 all-day 
12:00 am Cambridge, MA, April 13th, 2019. Keynote Speaker Dr. Thema Bryan-Davis will discuss Embodied Healing. Dr. Thema is a professor at Pepperdine University, past president of the Society for the Psychology of Women, a licensed psychologist and an[...] Apr 24 all-day 
12:00 am Log Cabin, Holyoke, April 24th, 2019. A training and educational event dedicated to the memory of Stephanie Moulton who spent her life in the service of others. For DMH and Provider Staff, individuals who receive services, and[...] Apr 25 all-day 
12:00 am West Bridgewater Middle/Senior School, April 25th, 2019. Dr. Adam Ulenski, Assistant Professor of Literacy Education and Coordinator of Graduate Literacy Programs at Bridgewater State University, will teach parents and guardians how to better support your child’s[...] Apr 25 all-day 12:00 am JFK Middle School in Northampton, April 25th, 2019. Suspensions & Discipline in Special Education is a workshop identifies the shift in student discipline from zero tolerance to safe and supportive schools, summarizes district’s behavioral expectations, identifies legal[...] May 15 all-day 
12:00 am West Bridgewater Middle/Senior School, March 20th, 2019. Cathy Hickey of the Brockton Arc and the Federation of Children with Special Needs, will discuss the ins and outs of special education rights, law, and advocacy. Join in[...]
12:00 am
Weston, December 13th, 2018. This presentation is geared toward’s parents who are new to the IEP process, however it provides all families with an overview of their rights under federal and state special education laws. Parents[...]
12:00 am
Forbes Library in Northampton, December 14th, 2018, 1 p.m. Have you ever watched a movie or TV and wished you could see more? This class will give a brief overview of Audio Description, what it is[...]
Dec 14 all-day
12:00 am
Tri-Community YMCA in Southbridge, December 14th, 2018. Free. Open to all families with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. Learn about special education law, accessing public supports and more. * When a family includes a child[...]
Dec 15 all-day
12:00 am
Waltham, December 15th, 2018. Families of children with Down syndrome and special health care needs can learn how to best support your needs, network with other families and share resources. Volunteers available for children’s recreation and support.[...]
Dec 15 all-day
12:00 am
Stoneham, MA, December 15th, 2018. A modified performance for individuals with sensory-input disorders, including autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, and a range of cognitive abilities. Attendees may get up, move around, and leave the theatre during the[...]
Dec 17 all-day
12:00 am
Plymouth Plantation, December 17th, 2018. Dan Habib’s film, Intelligent Lives film explores the possibilities of transforming the label of intellectual disability from lives of isolation into lives of possibilities. * Some content not appropriate for children. *[...]
Dec 19 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, December 19th, 2018. Boston Ballet presents its first ever All-Access Performance of The Nutcracker. Additional accommodations and supports make this performance more accessible for individuals with disabilities and those who would benefit from: • A[...]
Dec 19 all-day
12:00 am
Tyngsborough High School, December 19th, 2018. Free and open to the Public. A speaker from the Federation for Children with Special Needs, will introduce and discusses the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) and how children with disabilities[...]
12:00 am
Springfield JCC, January 3rd, 2019. For ages 14+ with all abilities, a Rocking New Years Eve and also for any family and friends wishing to come along and dance the night away. Includes a DJ, refreshments[...]
Jan 8 – Mar 19 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, January 8th – March 19th, 2018. The Federation for Children with Special Needs PCTI program is an intensive training program designed to give parents and professionals a solid foundation in special education laws, procedures, and[...]
Jan 12 all-day
12:00 am
Boston. These are 90-minute tours, given in American Sign Language (ASL) by Museum-trained guides. Topic of tour to be announced. An assistive listening system is available for gallery tours and talks from the Sharf Visitor Center[...]
Jan 14 – Mar 19 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, Application deadline is January 14th, 2019. The Metro-Boston Region Family Leadership Series focuses on providing families with the vision, knowledge, and leadership skills they need to live in their communities as naturally and typically as[...]
Jan 16 – Jan 17 all-day
12:00 am
Northshore Education Consortium in Beverly, January 16 & 17th, 2018. For anyone who works with or simply has contact with adolescents and wants to increase their knowledge of mental health in this age group. * Not intended[...]
12:00 am
Holyoke, January 17th, 2010. This free event is for those that are a RTSC Special Education Surrogate Parent, PCTI trained Parent Consultant or SEPAC Officer for your schools special-education parent advisory council. * Network Series brought to[...]
Jan 17 all-day
12:00 am
Stony Brook Middle School in Westford, January 17th, 2019. The speaker will be Dr. Elizabeth Englander, a founder and director of the Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center, which delivers free anti-violence and anti-bullying programs, resources, and research to[...]
Jan 19 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, January 19th, 2019. During ASL Interpreted performances, interpreters convey the story, dialogue and other elements to audience members who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. ASL section seats are available in the orchestra, allowing patrons[...]
12:00 am
Plymouth, January 22nd, 2019. For parents and educators. Executive function is an umbrella term used to describe a set of cognitive processes that are necessary for emotional and behavioral control. Learn how executive functioning skills play a[...]
Jan 24 all-day
12:00 am
Leahy-Halloran Community Center, Dorchester/Boston, January 24th, 2019. Free and open to the public. Hosted by he Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (Boston SPEDPac) and the Office of Special Education at Boston Public Schools. An[...]
Jan 24 all-day
12:00 am
West Yarmouth, January 24th, 2019. Free. Understanding and Managing Behavior in Young Children will feature Kelly Rodriguez MSW, LCSW, CCLS. This workshop is for parents and professionals of children with developmental considerations. * Hosted by the Kennedy-Donovan Center,[...]
Jan 29 all-day
12:00 am
Seven Hills Family Support Center, Fitchburg, January 29th, 2019. Free and open to the public. Cathy Keese, a Department of Developmental Services Supervisor for the State of Massachusetts will explain the steps to guardianship and alternatives[...]
Feb 6 all-day
12:00 am
Northborough Library, February 6th, 2019. Free. Deborah Vlock, author of Parenting Children with Mental Health Challenges: A Guide to Life with Emotionally Complex Kids is a “mental-health mom” who’s survived indignity, exhaustion, and the heartbreak of[...]
12:00 am
Taunton, February 7th, 2019. Free and open to the Public. A speaker from the Federation for Children with Special Needs, will introduce and discusses the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) and how children with disabilities can participate[...]
Feb 21 all-day
12:00 am
Plymouth, February 21st, 201. A person’s ability to communicate has been a defining characteristic of autism. Many correlate a person’s degree of autism severity with their level of speech impairment. When an “Autistic” is articulate, the assumptions,[...]
Mar 7 all-day
12:00 am
Worcester, March 7th, 2019. Awareness of what entitlements your child is eligible for is important. Learn about Social Security programs; who is eligible, how and when to apply and general rules. Speakers Jeanne Clapper, HMEA Director[...]
12:00 am
Westwood High School, March 12th, 2018. Parents and guardians will hear how they may increase their understanding of accommodations, modifications and their role on the IEP Team. Presented by Tracey Stoll, an Educational Consultant licensed in Special[...]
12:00 am
Boston, March 14th, 2019. This free event is for those that are a RTSC Special Education Surrogate Parent, PCTI trained Parent Consultant or a SEPAC Officer for your school’s special-education parent advisory council. * Network Series brought[...]
12:00 am
West Bridgewater Middle/Senior School, March 20th, 2019. Cathy Hickey of the Brockton Arc and the Federation of Children with Special Needs, will discuss the ins and outs of special education rights, law, and advocacy. Join in[...]
Mar 23 all-day
12:00 am
Worcester, March 23rd, 2019. Information about the 2019 conference to be announced in Winter 2019. For the 2018 conference “Extraordinary Stories”was the theme. People with Down syndrome, their family members, health care professionals and educators from across[...]
12:00 am
Fall River, April 1st, 2019. Free and open to the Public. A speaker from the Federation for Children with Special Needs, will introduce and discusses the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) and how children with disabilities can[...]
Apr 2 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, State House, April 2nd, 2019, Times TBA. Free event for all people with disabilities and their support teams, families members and professionals. Hear from NAMI representatives about their Mental Health Massachusetts Legislative Priorities. To register or[...]
12:00 am
April 9th, 2019. The Georgetown SEPAC hosts Attorney Tim Sindelar, who will discuss the Basics Extended Year Services over the summer for a special-needs child. An extended year program may be identified if the student has demonstrated or is likely[...]
Apr 11 all-day
12:00 am
Greater Worcester Seven Hills, April 11th, 2019. An overview of statewide training programs for parents and families including SESP, PCTI, PPAL, Advocacy Bootcamp, Family Leadership Series, etc. Eligibility, program specifics, and funding sources to cover or[...]
Apr 11 all-day
12:00 am
Braintree, April 11th, 2019. Suspensions & Discipline in Special Education is a workshop that identifies the shift in student discipline from zero tolerance to safe and supportive schools, summarizes district’s behavioral expectations, identifies legal protections for[...]
Apr 12 – Apr 13 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, April 12th, 2019. Free to the public, fees required for those working on credits. The Bridging the Divide: Mental Health and Cancer Care symposium is designed to raise awareness about disparities in cancer care for[...]
Apr 13 all-day
12:00 am
Cambridge, MA, April 13th, 2019. Keynote Speaker Dr. Thema Bryan-Davis will discuss Embodied Healing. Dr. Thema is a professor at Pepperdine University, past president of the Society for the Psychology of Women, a licensed psychologist and an[...]
Apr 24 all-day
12:00 am
Log Cabin, Holyoke, April 24th, 2019. A training and educational event dedicated to the memory of Stephanie Moulton who spent her life in the service of others. For DMH and Provider Staff, individuals who receive services, and[...]
Apr 25 all-day
12:00 am
West Bridgewater Middle/Senior School, April 25th, 2019. Dr. Adam Ulenski, Assistant Professor of Literacy Education and Coordinator of Graduate Literacy Programs at Bridgewater State University, will teach parents and guardians how to better support your child’s[...]
Apr 25 all-day
12:00 am
JFK Middle School in Northampton, April 25th, 2019. Suspensions & Discipline in Special Education is a workshop identifies the shift in student discipline from zero tolerance to safe and supportive schools, summarizes district’s behavioral expectations, identifies legal[...]
May 15 all-day
12:00 am
West Bridgewater Middle/Senior School, March 20th, 2019. Cathy Hickey of the Brockton Arc and the Federation of Children with Special Needs, will discuss the ins and outs of special education rights, law, and advocacy. Join in[...]
