# Event Details - **Event Name**: Understanding your Parental Rights in the SPED IEP Process - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 28 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Tue, 28 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Navigating special education (SPED) can feel overwhelming. Join us for an evening of learning and community as we explore your rights!About this Event????????????? ???? ???????? ?????? ?????? ??? ??? ???????**Navigating special education can feel overwhelming. Between evaluations, eligibility meetings, IEP goals, services, accommodations, and procedural safeguards, many families are left wondering: *What are my rights, and how can I effectively advocate for my child?Circle of Friends is excited to announce the relaunch of our Community Engagement Committee, a space dedicated to building connection, sharing knowledge, and strengthening advocacy within our disability community.To kick off this new chapter, we invite parents, caregivers, educators, and community members to join us for our first quarterly educational event: **????????????? ???? ???????? ?????? ?????? ??? ??? ???????** Presented by Dr. Kim Sherman, J.D., Ph.D. Tuesday, July 28, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Creswell City Hall Free to attendDr. Sherman is a nationally respected special education advocate, attorney, educator, and former Oregon Department of Education specialist who has dedicated her career to advancing the rights of students with disabilities and supporting families as they navigate complex educational systems.Topics will include:Understanding special education law and procedural safeguardsParent participation and decision-making rightsNavigating IEP meetings with confidenceResolving disagreements and advocating effectivelyResources available to support students and familiesThe presentation will be followed by a Question & Answer session.Whether you are new to the IEP process or have been navigating it for years, this event is designed to help you feel more informed, empowered, and prepared to advocate for your child.Because informed families are stronger advocates, and stronger advocates create better outcomes for children.RSVP Today! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/314e9ab0-861b-11f1-9a9e-39ca0151cd66-rimg-w572-h740-dcf5c12e-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/creswell/understanding-your-parental-rights-in-the-sped-iep-process/100001992440882314 - **Event Categories**: meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: 13 S 1st St - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Creswell - **state**: OR - **country**: United States - **location**: 13 S 1st St - **lat**: 43.9176404 - **long**: -123.0201787 - **full address**: 13 S 1st St, 13 South 1st Street, Creswell, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Understanding your Parental Rights in the SPED IEP Process - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/c5f0bec9ed8d64edb6ed4193be555b3769c8c9460b70b6ea9c011e8f741cbbdc-rimg-w1200-h449-dcfdc344-gmir.jpg?v=1782462685 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Understanding your Parental Rights in the SPED IEP Process being held? - **A:** Understanding your Parental Rights in the SPED IEP Process takes place on Tue, 28 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Tue, 28 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 13 S 1st St, 13 South 1st Street, Creswell, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Understanding your Parental Rights in the SPED IEP Process? - **A:** Understanding your Parental Rights in the SPED IEP Process is organized by Circle of Friends. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Understanding your Parental Rights in the SPED IEP Process is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Creswell, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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