- Learn how an Individualized Education Program (IEP) is developed - Learn what each section of the IEP means for your child - Develop your understanding of your child's IEP - Improve your skills in advocating for your child's needs
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Empower yourself and your child’s future!
WHAT: Learn from Pete Wright, special education expert and attorney whose landmark Supreme Court victory strengthened families’ rights in special education. Join Pete Wright for a full-day virtual conference, packed with what families and professionals need to advocate effectively for youth in special education. Why attend?
• Get practical guidance on IEPs, legal rights, and advocacy tactics • Live Zoom access + three Wrightslaw books + digital materials
WHEN: September 17, 2026
Early Bird tickets available now!
• Full price: $180 for families, $240 for professionals • Your discounted price: $165 for families, $225 for professionals
Conferencia de defensa y derecho de educación especial de Wrightslaw 2026 de PPMD y PEAL: enlace de registro y boletos
Únase a nosotros para nuestra Conferencia anual virtual sobre “Derecho y defensa de la educación especial de Wrightslaw” el 17 de septiembre de 2026 de 9 a. m. a 4:30 p. m., hora del este.
Con la compra de su entrada obtiene:
Acceso al seminario web Zoom de día completo (el enlace se compartirá en septiembre) Tres libros de Wrightslaw (Special Education Law, 3rd Ed., From Emotions to Advocacy, 2nd Ed., All About IEPs)
Acceso a la presentación de PowerPoint y otros materiales (después de la conferencia) Los asistentes también recibirán un enlace (más cerca de la fecha de la conferencia) para descargar las versiones en pdf de los libros
Family tickets will cost $165 before June 17, 2026. After June 17, 2026, family tickets will cost $180. Family tickets are offered at a reduced rate to ensure families of children/loved ones with disabilities and special healthcare needs have greater access to attend.
Professional tickets will cost $225 before June 17, 2026. After June 17, 2026, professional tickets will cost $240.
Los boletos para Familia costarán $165 antes del 17 de junio de 2026. Después del 17 de junio de 2026, los boletos para Familia costarán $180.
Los boletos para Profesionales costarán $225 antes del 17 de junio de 2026. Después del 17 de junio de 2026, los boletos para Profesionales costarán $240.
Please complete the form below to register for our annual Wrightslaw Conference and to purchase your ticket.
Complete el siguiente formulario para registrarse en la Conferencia anual Wrightslaw y comprar su entrada.
Please note: If you are purchasing more than one ticket, you will need to complete this form for each individual who is attending. If you have any questions, please reach out to communications@ppmd.org
Tenga en cuenta: si compra más de un boleto, deberá completar este formulario para cada persona que asista. Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con communications@ppmd.org
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