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SUMMARY:Advocacy Bootcamp: All about FBAs and Behavior Plans
DESCRIPTION:Your child deserves a strong advocate — and that starts with YOU. \nJoin our FREE Advocacy Bootcamp hosted by The Center for Exceptional Families\, Arkansas Disability Coalition\, and Autism Involves Me — a powerful 7-training series designed to help you confidently navigate IEPs\, behaviors\, services\, and your child’s future. \n✨ Evening Training!✨ Completely FREE to attend✨ Giveaways ✨ Attend all sessions → 🎉 Enter to win 1 of 2 $100 gift cards \n📍 In-Person (Recommended!)We strongly encourage attending in person — even if you need to arrive a few minutes late!We’re working on providing a light dinner + you’ll be eligible for in-person giveaways 🎁 \n💻 Virtual Option AvailableCan’t make it in person? We’ve got you covered! \n👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Whether you’re new to special education or have been navigating it for years — this bootcamp is for YOU. \n👉 You MUST register to attend (so we can plan materials\, space\, and meals) \n📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/advocacy-bootcamp-all-about-fbas-and-behavior-plans/
LOCATION:Center for Nonprofit\, 1200 W Walnut St\, Rogers\, AR\, 72756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Parent Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065820
CREATED:20260312T225634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T151718Z
UID:5710-1776103200-1776106800@thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Parent Toolkit Training
DESCRIPTION:Brandy will be show our parent toolkit \n\n\n\nTarget Audience\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParents\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChild Age Focus\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly Childhood (0-4)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChild (5-12)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYoung Adult (13-18)
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/parent-toolkit-training-3/
LOCATION:Stone County Library\, 326 W Washington St\, Mountain View\, AR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parent Training
ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065820
CREATED:20260407T192812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T192812Z
UID:5727-1775898000-1775916000@thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Bootcamp: The Ins & Outs of an IEP and All about TEFRA & Waiver
DESCRIPTION:Your child deserves a strong advocate — and that starts with YOU. \nJoin our FREE Advocacy Bootcamp hosted by The Center for Exceptional Families\, Arkansas Disability Coalition\, and Autism Involves Me — a powerful 7-training series designed to help you confidently navigate IEPs\, behaviors\, services\, and your child’s future. \n✨ Full Day Training!✨ Completely FREE to attend✨ Giveaways ✨ Attend all sessions → 🎉 Enter to win 1 of 2 $100 gift cards \n📍 In-Person (Recommended!)We strongly encourage attending in person — even if you need to arrive a few minutes late!We’re working on providing a light dinner + you’ll be eligible for in-person giveaways 🎁 \n💻 Virtual Option AvailableCan’t make it in person? We’ve got you covered! \n👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Whether you’re new to special education or have been navigating it for years — this bootcamp is for YOU. \n👉 You MUST register to attend (so we can plan materials\, space\, and meals) \n📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/advocacy-bootcamp-the-ins-outs-of-an-iep-and-all-about-tefra-waiver/
LOCATION:Center for Nonprofit\, 1200 W Walnut St\, Rogers\, AR\, 72756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Parent Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065820
CREATED:20260304T175747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T175747Z
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SUMMARY:Transition to Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:Starting kindergarten is a big step — and we’re here to help make that transition smoother for both you and your child. \nJoin us for this FREE Advocacy Bootcamp training where we will cover: \n\n\nWhat to expect during the transition to kindergarten \n\n\nHow to prepare your child for a new environment \n\n\nUnderstanding the supports and services available \n\n\nTips for a successful start \n\n\n✨ Open to all families of children with disabilities✨ In-person attendance encouraged (light dinner + giveaways!)✨ Virtual option available for those who need it \n👉 Registration is required: https://forms.gle/ctzGy5JKYdAWBWvU7
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/transition-to-kindergarten-3/
LOCATION:Center for Nonprofit\, 1200 W Walnut St\, Rogers\, AR\, 72756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Parent Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065820
CREATED:20260217T022335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T022335Z
UID:5653-1773770400-1773777600@thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Advocating with Heart
DESCRIPTION:TCFEF PowerPoint Presentation \n\n\n\nTarget Audience*\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParents\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfessionals\, Organizations\, Educational Staff\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYoung Adults\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChild Age Focus*\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly Childhood (0-4)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChild (5-12)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYoung Adult (13-18)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdult (18-26)
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/advocating-with-heart/
LOCATION:Horatio First Assembly of God\, Fellowship Hall\, 200 South Blackhawk\, Horatio\, AR\, 71842\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parent Training
ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T193000
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CREATED:20260304T175433Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-Teen & Beyond with Dr. Ruth Eyres & Stephanie Barr
DESCRIPTION:As children grow\, their needs change — and planning ahead is key. \nJoin us for this FREE Advocacy Bootcamp training featuring Ruth Eyres and Stephanie Barr as they guide families through the pre-teen years and beyond. \nTopics include: \n\n\nPreparing for adolescence \n\n\nBuilding independence \n\n\nNavigating changes in school and services \n\n\nPlanning for the future \n\n\n✨ Free to attend✨ In-person attendees receive dinner + giveaways✨ Virtual option available \n👉 Registration required: https://forms.gle/wPNmPEch9nUFBkKj8
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/pre-teen-beyond-with-dr-ruth-eyres-stephanie-barr/
LOCATION:Center for Nonprofit\, 1200 W Walnut St\, Rogers\, AR\, 72756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Parent Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065820
CREATED:20260304T175034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T175034Z
UID:5684-1772733600-1772739000@thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Transitioning to Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:Starting kindergarten is a big step — and we’re here to help make that transition smoother for both you and your child. \nJoin us for this FREE Advocacy Bootcamp training where we will cover: \n\n\nWhat to expect during the transition to kindergarten \n\n\nHow to prepare your child for a new environment \n\n\nUnderstanding the supports and services available \n\n\nTips for a successful start \n\n\n✨ Open to all families of children with disabilities✨ In-person attendance encouraged (light dinner + giveaways!)✨ Virtual option available for those who need it \n👉 Registration is required: https://forms.gle/ctzGy5JKYdAWBWvU7
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/transitioning-to-kindergarten/
LOCATION:Center for Nonprofit\, 1200 W Walnut St\, Rogers\, AR\, 72756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Parent Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Bootcamp-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065820
CREATED:20260226T174802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T174802Z
UID:5669-1772092800-1772125200@thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Ag for Autism Supporting Children and Adults with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Topics that will be covered: Autism Waiver\, TEFRA\, ARHipp\, CES\, Waiver\, Alternatives to guardianship options\, and considerations. Key services\, tools\, and supports to plan for the future. Advocacy supports for special education \n\n\n\nTarget Audience*\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParents\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYoung Adults\n\n\n\n\n\nChild Age Focus*\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChild (5-12)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYoung Adult (13-18)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdult (18-26)
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/ag-for-autism-supporting-children-and-adults-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 322 W. 1st Street\, Dewitt\, AR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parent Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065820
CREATED:20260224T033346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T033347Z
UID:5663-1771956000-1771963200@thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Bootcamp: How to be an Effective Advocate and Parent Toolkit
DESCRIPTION:Your child deserves a strong advocate — and that starts with YOU. \nJoin our FREE Advocacy Bootcamp hosted by The Center for Exceptional Families\, Arkansas Disability Coalition\, and Autism Involves Me — a powerful 7-training series designed to help you confidently navigate IEPs\, behaviors\, services\, and your child’s future. \n✨ Starts THIS WEEK!✨ Completely FREE to attend✨ Giveaways at EVERY training✨ Attend all sessions → 🎉 Enter to win 1 of 2 $100 gift cards \n📍 In-Person (Recommended!)We strongly encourage attending in person — even if you need to arrive a few minutes late!We’re working on providing a light dinner + you’ll be eligible for in-person giveaways 🎁 \n💻 Virtual Option AvailableCan’t make it in person? We’ve got you covered! Most sessions are also available via Zoom (excluding the morning Kindergarten session and full-day Saturday training). \n👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Whether you’re new to special education or have been navigating it for years — this bootcamp is for YOU. \n👉 You MUST register to attend (so we can plan materials\, space\, and meals) \n📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/advocacy-bootcamp-how-to-be-an-effective-advocate-and-parent-toolkit/
LOCATION:Center for Nonprofit\, 1200 W Walnut St\, Rogers\, AR\, 72756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parent Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Bootcamp.png
ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065820
CREATED:20260226T173914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T173914Z
UID:5666-1771871400-1771875000@thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Parent toolkit training
DESCRIPTION:Parent toolkit training\, gift card giveaway\, and come meet other parents. \n\n\n\nTarget Audience*\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParents\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChild Age Focus*\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly Childhood (0-4)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChild (5-12)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYoung Adult (13-18)
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/parent-toolkit-training-2/
LOCATION:215 AR-27\, Marshall\, AR 72650\, 215 AR-27\, Marshall\, AR\, 72650\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parent Training
ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065820
CREATED:20260217T022943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T022943Z
UID:5655-1771828200-1771875000@thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Parent toolkit training
DESCRIPTION:Parent toolkit training\, gift card giveaway\, and come meet other parents. \n\n\n\nTarget Audience*\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParents\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChild Age Focus*\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly Childhood (0-4)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChild (5-12)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYoung Adult (13-18)
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/parent-toolkit-training/
LOCATION:The Learning Hub\, 215 AR-27\, Marshall\, AR\, 72650\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parent Training
ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260126T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260126T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065820
CREATED:20260101T233609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260101T234544Z
UID:5597-1769448600-1769455800@thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Advocating with Hear: How to be an Effective Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Join Parent Mentor Teresa Hendrix for a special TCFEF Training! \nParent Mentor Teresa will cover the steps to become an informed and prepared advocate for your child or young adult.  We are partnering with the Pilot Prevention Programs for Children & Families through the University of Arkansas and Partners to offer this training along with several others. \nChild Care and Dinner will be provided for all who attend! \nThis training is sponsored by: The Center For Exceptional Families\, Pilot Prevention Program for Children and Families\, along with University of Arkansas Partners program. \nTarget Audience: Parents\, Professionals\, Organizations\, Education Staff\, and Young Adults \n\n\n\n\n\nChild Age Focus: Early Childhood (0-4)\, Child (5-12)\, Young Adult (13-18)\, Adult (18-26).
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/advocating-with-hear-how-to-be-an-effective-advocacy/
LOCATION:Batesville Community Center\, 1420 20th Street\, Batesville\, AR\, 72501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parent Training
ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260105T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260105T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065820
CREATED:20260101T234226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260101T234226Z
UID:5600-1767634200-1767641400@thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Every Families: All about TCFEF
DESCRIPTION:Join Parent Mentor Teresa Hendrix for a special TCFEF Training!Teresa will introduce and discuss how TCFEF helps parents\, professionals\, and young adults learn to be a confident advocate for themselves and/or their child. She will discuss the supports\, programs\, and trainings that TCFEF offers. \nChild Care and Dinner will be provided for all who attend \nThis training is sponsored by: The Center For Exceptional Families\, Pilot Prevention Program for Children and Families\, along with University of Arkansas Partners program. \nTarget Audience: Parents\, Professionals\, Organizations\, Education Staff\, and Young Adults \n\n\n\n\n\nChild Age Focus: Early Childhood (0-4)\, Child (5-12)\, Young Adult (13-18)\, Adult (18-26).
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/supporting-every-families-all-about-tcfef/
LOCATION:Batesville Community Center\, 1420 20th Street\, Batesville\, AR\, 72501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parent Training
ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T065821
CREATED:20251205T193616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T193616Z
UID:5585-1765476000-1765479600@thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Let's Get Organized!
DESCRIPTION:📣 Join Parent Mentor Tiffany Slone for a special TCFEF Training! \nTiffany will introduce the Parent Toolkit\, an exciting initiative created by The Center for Exceptional Families (TCFEF) and funded through generous grants and donors. Along with helping families to organize their own paperwork into the Toolkit that they will take home. \nThe Parent Toolkit was designed to help parents and caregivers of students with disabilities stay organized and confident during IEP and 504 meetings. Each FREE toolkit includes a 3-ring binder\, page dividers\, labels\, IEP/504 information\, and more—everything you need to keep important documents and resources at your fingertips. \nLearn how this toolkit is empowering families across Arkansas to better advocate for their children and access the support they deserve! \nTarget Audience: Parents and Community Groups \nAge range covered: 0-26 years old \nThis training is sponsored by: The Center for Exceptional Families\, Arkansas Disability Coalition\, and Autisum Involves Me.
URL:https://thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/event/lets-get-organized/
LOCATION:Center for Nonprofit\, 1200 W Walnut St\, Rogers\, AR\, 72756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parent Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Center for Exceptional Families":MAILTO:tcfefstaff@gmail.com
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