TNSTEP

Exploring the Use of Artificial Intelligence for Services Navigation Training for Parents & Professionals
2026-05-07 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Online
Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be a powerful tool for families and professionals navigating vocational rehabilitation, independent living, and other services. Join us to learn how you can use AI tools to help find resources, prepare for meetings, organize information, and explore career options. We’ll share practical examples, simple tools you can use right away, and tips for using AI safely and responsibly.
Parent/Professional Training Registration Link:
https://tinyurl.com/yf5nfyrt
Thursday, May 7, 2026
6:00 – 7:30 pm EST
This webinar training is for Tennessee parents, caregivers, and professionals working with youth with disabilities.

Exploring AI (Artificial Intelligence) Youth Training (ages 12-22)
2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for this free, live, virtual training for youth with disabilities ages 12-22.
AI can be a powerful tool for planning your future. In this interactive session, youth will learn how AI can help with school, career exploration, and navigating services such as vocational rehabilitation and independent living—while also learning to use AI safely and responsibly.
**This training is only for STUDENTS with disabilities (ages 12-22) who live in Tennessee.**
Youth Training Registration Link:
https://tinyurl.com/2xwhvcp6
Thursday, May 14, 2026
6:00 – 7:00 pm EST

Desarrollando Habilidades de Comunicación y Defensa
2026-06-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
La comunicación sólida es la base de una defensa eficaz. Únase a este seminario web en vivo por Zoom para aprender sobre diferentes estilos de comunicación, estrategias para una comunicación clara y respetuosa, y formas de manejar conversaciones difíciles o con conflictos.
Los participantes también explorarán consejos prácticos para comunicarse eficazmente con profesionales—como el personal escolar, consejeros de rehabilitación vocacional (VR) y el personal de programas de vida independiente—y para apoyar a personas con discapacidades en el desarrollo de habilidades sólidas de autodefensa.
Registration Link: go.peatc.org/2p9fha7p
June 10, 2026 at 6:00 pm EST.

Conoce el IEP - LUCES te invita a su reunión mensual virtual
2026-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
Acompáñanos este viernes 12 de junio, de 6:00 a 8:00 p.m., a través de Zoom, para una charla informativa sobre los derechos educativos de nuestros hijos y el proceso del IEP.
Tendremos como invitada especial a Patricia Valladares, de la organización STEP, quien compartirá información valiosa y responderá preguntas relacionadas con la Educación Especial y los apoyos disponibles para nuestras familias.
Viernes 12 de junio
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Vía Zoom
Evento gratuito
IMPORTANTE: Favor de tener el IEP de su hijo a la mano durante la reunión. Habrá un espacio para preguntas y respuestas en la parte final de la presentación.
Si conoces a alguna familia con hijos con discapacidad o necesidades especiales, ¡compárteles esta invitación!
Agradecemos que confirmen su participación.
¡Los esperamos!
Grupo de Apoyo LUCES

Raising Memphis Together Family Wellness Summit (Porter-Leath)
2026-06-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy, 628 Alice Ave, Memphis, TN, 38106, United States
Don’t miss the Raising Memphis Together – Family Wellness Summit on Saturday, June 13th at Porter-Leath’s Early Childhood Academy in South Memphis.
This is a great opportunity for families to explore prenatal and postpartum resources and to talk with local doulas, health professionals, and organizations.
TNSTEP’s Katherine Williams will be there to share resources and talk about the free support services we provide to families of children and youth with disabilities—from birth to age 26—including help understanding rights under IDEA, advocating for their child’s needs, and collaborating effectively with school teams.
For more information, contact Briana at bbaptist@porterleath.org.

Stinks to be Sue Youth Training - Part 1
2026-06-14 18:30 - 19:45 | Online
We’ll solve the mystery of Sue, a high school student whose plans for life after high school are being made without her input or needs in mind.
Sue has an IEP and a transition plan, but there’s a problem: the plan is not working well for Sue. Together, we’ll look for clues, uncover what went wrong, and learn how youth can take a more active role in planning for life after high school.
This training will cover:

What a transition plan is and why it matters
What went wrong with Sue’s plan
How Sue can rework her plan to better align with her interests, passions, and needs
Diploma options, supported decision-making, post-high school options, and helpful resources
Ways youth can build confidence in speaking up for themselves

Time: 4:30–5:45 PM MT, 5:30–6:45 PM CT, 6:30–7:45 PM ET

Stepping forward, stepping back: How parents can support youth moving to adult health care (Raise Project) Avanzar, retroceder: cómo los padres pueden apoyar a los jóvenes en su transición a la atención médica para adultos
2026-06-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
The process of moving from pediatric to adult health care involves legal and social changes. For youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities, this process often is delayed or incomplete. From sharing information and power to building new skills, this webinar will help families navigate the process of health care transition in ways that empower youth to step forward and take a leadership role in their health and care.
Presenters:
Nikki Montgomery
Director of Strategy and Communications
Family Voices (National)
Rachel Shandler
Youth Engagement and Empowerment Coordinator
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
Date: Monday, June 15th, 2026
Time: 2pm ET
ASL interpretation & Spanish interpretation will be offered!
Register Here!

Avanzar, retroceder: cómo los padres pueden apoyar a los jóvenes en su transición a la atención médica para adultos
El proceso de transición de la atención médica pediátrica a la de adultos implica cambios legales y sociales. Para los jóvenes con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo, este proceso suele retrasarse o quedar incompleto. Desde compartir información y empoderamiento hasta desarrollar nuevas destrezas, este seminario web ayudará a las familias a afrontar la transición a la atención médica de manera que los jóvenes puedan tomar la iniciativa y asumir un rol de liderazgo en su salud y atención.
Presentadores:
Nikki Montgomery
Directora de Estrategia y Comunicaciones
Voces de la Familia (Nacional)
Rachel Shandler
Coordinadora de Participación y Empoderamiento Juvenil
SPAN Red de Defensoría de Padres
Fecha: lunes 15 de junio de 2026
Hora: 2pm ET
Se ofrecerá interpretación al español y ASL (lenguaje de señas americano)
Regístrese aquí

Pathways to Employment and Independent Living - Training for Parents and Professionals
2026-06-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Online
Competitive Integrated Employment helps youth with disabilities build independence, gain job skills, and become active members of their community. Join us for this free, live webinar to learn how youth can work in the community, earn minimum wage or higher, and build a future after high school. Even students with significant disabilities can succeed at work with the right supports.
This session will cover the benefits of working, address common fears and myths, and share practical ways to remove barriers to getting and keeping a job.
Mark your calendar!
Monday, June 15, 2026
5 p.m. – 6 p.m. Central Time
6 p.m. – 7 p.m. Eastern Time
Click here to register now
Trainers for this session:
Katherine Williams, Director of West TN Services
Joey Ellis, Director of Youth Services

TN Disability Mega-Conference 2026
2026-06-21 | Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro, 1200 Conference Center Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN, 37129, United States
The Tennessee Disability MegaConference is Tennessee’s largest disability-specific conference for individuals with disabilities, families, and professionals. At the conference, people share the latest information and innovations.
August 21, 2026
Embassy Suites – Murfreesboro
1200 Conference Center Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Register Here

YOUth Ignited: Why Community Advocacy Is More Important Than Ever Youth Training - Part 2
2026-06-23 18:30 - 19:45 | Online
In Part 2, we’ll explore real ways youth can speak up and become influencers on issues that matter to them, from their hometowns to the state capitol and beyond.
We’ll also have a surprise guest- hint: it could be a Tennessee state senator or representative! They’ll share why it’s important for decision-makers to hear directly from youth and answer questions about their work and priorities.
Time: 4:30–5:45 PM MT, 5:30–6:45 PM CT, 6:30–7:45 PM ET

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2026-12-31 13:00 - 17:00 | Daniel Boone High School, 1440 Suncrest Drive, Gray, TN, 37615, United States
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