# Event Details - **Event Name**: Crafting IEP SMART Goals for Parents + Self-Advocacy for HS Students - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Free parallel sessions Oct. 17 at Ridgemont HS: IEP SMART Goals for parents + Self-Advocacy for high school students.About this EventJoin us for a special parallel learning session designed to support both parents and high school students in building stronger advocacy skills within the school system.While parents participate in a session on Crafting IEP SMART Goals, high school students will take part in their own session focused on Self-Advocacy , giving young people the tools and confidence to speak up for their needs and play an active role in their education.For Parents: Crafting IEP SMART GoalsLearn how to create clear, specific, and meaningful SMART goals for your child’s IEP. You’ll have the opportunity to develop practical reference documents that you can take home and use when working with your child’s school team.For High School Students: Self-AdvocacyStudents will explore what self-advocacy means, how to communicate their needs, and how to participate more confidently in conversations about their education and support.✨ Both sessions are FREE and participants will create practical reference materials to take home.Whether you’re a parent looking to strengthen your advocacy skills or a student ready to have a stronger voice in your education, this session is designed to give you practical tools you can use right away. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/crafting-iep-smart-goals-for-parents-self-advocacy-for-hs-students/100002002596176071 - **Event Categories**: fitness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Ridgemont High School - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Ottawa - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Ridgemont High School - **lat**: 45.3762661 - **long**: -75.66001829999999 - **full address**: Ridgemont High School, 2597 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Crafting IEP SMART Goals for Parents + Self-Advocacy for HS Students - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/7663f70d4d565dff7792d49ea791987a4cf696086fbcb8912403587cc2a08f3c-rimg-w1200-h900-dcb8b8b8-gmir.jpg?v=1791099068 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Crafting IEP SMART Goals for Parents + Self-Advocacy for HS Students being held? - **A:** Crafting IEP SMART Goals for Parents + Self-Advocacy for HS Students takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Ridgemont High School, 2597 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Crafting IEP SMART Goals for Parents + Self-Advocacy for HS Students? - **A:** Crafting IEP SMART Goals for Parents + Self-Advocacy for HS Students is organized by Parents for Diversity. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Crafting IEP SMART Goals for Parents + Self-Advocacy for HS Students 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 Ottawa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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