This event is not sponsored by State Support Team 9 but is provided for your information.
Resilient Journeys
Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM.
CHARTING YOUR HOLIDAY JOURNEY:
A PERSON-CENTERED GUIDE FOR JOY, CONNECTION, AND SACRED BALANCE.
A Person-Centered Guide for Joy, Connection & Sacred Balance
Create a heart-centered, one-page guide for your holiday season.
Honor your joy, boundaries, and rhythm with intention.
Stay grounded, connected, and balanced using the LifeCourse framework.
Draw strength and inspiration from community wisdom.
Join this inspiring group of women as they share their journeys as a mom and auntie, guiding others through life, school, and home.
This event is not sponsored by State Support Team 9 but is provided for your information.
Unlock Better Communication at Home and Beyond!
Discover Your Color. Learn whether you're a Gold, Blue, Green, or
Orange-and what that means for how you think, communicate, and connect as a leader!
Build Stronger Relationships. Learn how to speak the 'language' of
different personality types to foster empathy, cooperation, and trust at
home, school, and in the community.
Understand Others. Gain insights into your child's personality and
motivations to improve communication, reduce conflict, and strengthen bonds.
Those who complete both sessions are eligible to be entered for prizes!
Location:
Stark County Educational Service Center Room 121
6057 Strip Avenue NW, North Canton, OH 44720
Cost: FREE
Session 1: REQUIRED
November 11, 2025
5:30 - 7:00 pm
Session 2:
November 18, 2025
5:30 - 7:00 pm
To Register: https://osu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1ZfeVMzFz14F2qq
For Questions:
Holly Bandy - bandy.52@osu.edu
Jennifer Brindle - jennifer.brindle@apps.sparc.org
Virtual Sessions sponsored by OCECD and SST9
2025-2026 Lunch and Learn
Presenter: Penny Moody - Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities
Target Audience: Parents, Family members and Community agency partners. These sessions are free and designed to support in learning about special education services, state and federal regulations and parent rights.
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
December 9, 2025 – Parent Rights in the Special Education Process, Part One
January 20, 2026 – Parent Rights in the Special Education Process, Part Two
March 3, 2026 – Understanding the Evaluation Process under IDEA 20024, Part One
March 24, 2026 – Understanding the Evaluation Process under IDEA 20024, Part Two
April 7, 2026 – Understanding an Individualized Education Program (IEP), Part One
April 28, 2026 – Understanding an Individualized Education Program (IEP), Part Two
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: Please click HERE to register.
PLEASE NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing details on how to join the virtual session(s).
Any questions, contact Deb Bates by email - debbie.bates@starkesc.org - or by calling her at 330-492-8136 Ext. 1552.
Journey into Adulthood Expo:
Wednesday: November 12, 2025
9am-3pm
Sharonville Convention Center (11355 Chester Rd, Glendale, OH 45246)
2025 EXPO SPONSOR & VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES
We are excited to announce the first Journey into Adulthood Expo that will be held in person THIS
November. This one-day expo will feature breakout sessions, networking opportunities and an exhibit hall. Our vision is to provide a one-stop shop for learning and expanding our knowledge about disabled youth moving into adulthood. Attendees will have ongoing exposure to our sponsors and vendors throughout the event. Our target audience is youth and adults with disabilities, their families, educators, service providers, county boards, state organizations, community members, and parent mentors.
Self-Advocacy
Self-advocacy, what is it and how can you start practicing advocating for yourself? The video, Self-Advocacy Is for Everyone by the Exceptional Children's Assistance Center, illustrates how individuals can learn to speak up for themselves, make informed decisions, and actively participate in shaping their own lives.
Take Action & Make Things Happen
Take Action & Make Things Happen
This Research Project Will Include:
Round 1: Demographic information &
7 Open-ended Questionnaire (30 minutes)
Round 2: Likert Rating Scale (15 minutes)
Round 3: Rating Scale (15 minute)
Round 4: Confidence Rating Scale (15-30 minutes)
** All rounds are online via surveymonkey (link below)**
ALL PARTICIPATION IS VOLUNTARY
Inclusion
I Am Recruiting Individuals That Meet These Criteria:
Have instructed at the university level for 3 or more years, in the US.
Have taught in K-12 public schools as a special education teacher or administrator with a minimum of 3 years in the US.
Have instructed in a Special Education course, with preservice general education teachers in the US.
Exclusion
You Cannot Be In This Study If:
If you have yet to teach at a College of Special Education department.
If you have yet to instruct special education content to pre-service general education teachers.
If you are unwilling to participate and provide open, honest responses.
How To Join The Impact?
IF INTERESTED PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK TO ENTER THE SRUVEY. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS
ABOUT THIS STUDY OR ARE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING PLEASE CONTACT ME. EMAIL OR QR CODE THANK YOU!
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