Upcoming Local Events
When: March 11, 2026 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Where: Waukesha County Technical College - AJN Conference Center, 800 Main Street, Pewaukee
Navigating the shift to adulthood is a major milestone. Attend this event to help you prepare and meet face-to-face with local adult service agencies. Discover vital resources for employment support, independent living, and post-secondary opportunities. Whether you are a student or a caregiver, this fair provides the connections you need to ensure a successful future. Watch this website for a listing of confirmed vendors beginning mid February.
During the month of March, Family Voices will be offering a variety of learning sessions on topics beneficial to families at every step in their child's journey to adulthood and beyond. Some topics include: what families need to know about the option of supported decision making, an introduction to the children's long-term support program, information on guardianship, opportunities available to students after high school through DVR, and more. Follow the link for more information on each session.
Do you know a high school student with a disability who is a leader or a budding advocate? If yes, please refer them to the Wisconsin Youth Leadership Forum (YLF)!
WHO: High school students with disabilities who have an IEP (up to age 21)
WHERE: Edgewood College, Madison, WI
WHEN: June 28 – July 3, 2026 (this is a week-long, overnight program)
COST: FREE to invited participants
In just one week, students will gain leadership and self-advocacy skills, explore college and career options, develop a Personal Leadership Plan, boost their confidence, experience independent living in a safe space, connect with state legislators, mentors, and new friends, creating lasting memories, and have fun! Download an application or complete it online. You can find applications at the Youth Leadership Forum webpage. Application deadline is March 13, 2026. Being selected to attend the Youth Leadership Forum is a distinct honor that can be included on your resume! For questions, please contact wisconsinylf@gmail.com.
Opportunities Inc is offering two dynamic, 8-week paid summer work experiences designed to build work readiness and professional skills for students at least 16 years old. These programs provide personalized tasks based on individual ability, daily job readiness instruction, and a customized "Find Your Job" Tool Kit to help participants succeed.
For more information, please reach out to Lisa Norman, lnorman@oppinc. com
(920) 563-2437 x 4046
oppinc.com
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 5:30-6:30
In this session, you'll learn what the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) does and how it can help young adults with employment. You will then learn about Project Search, a business collaborative that enables young adults with disabilities to gain work experience through training and career exploration.
This event will be held virtually over Zoom
Sign up here
Opening Horizons is an annual conference hosted at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, designed for students with disabilities, educators, and families to learn more about the accommodations and services available at the college level. Opening Horizons is being held on May 1st and Registration for Opening Horizons is now open!
The Special Education Engagement Network (SEEN) has announced the calendar of events for the spring semester.
February 17 6-7 PM: Summer Opportunities and Summer School for Students with Special Needs
March 10 6-7 PM: How to Support Your Child's Social Communication
April TBD: Overview of Special Education in Elmbrook
May TBD: Mental Health Supports in Elmbrook
Please use the QR code in the flyer or click here to register.