PEAK Parent Center

01/20/2026

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Enrollment is open now: bit.ly/PEAKPersonalNetworks

01/19/2026

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and his call for justice and equity for all. His vision reminds us that inclusive education matters and that students with disabilities deserve to be seen, supported, and valued in every learning environment.

01/19/2026

📣 We’ll be there!

PEAK Parent Center is excited to attend the Colorado Springs School Fair! 🎒✨ Learn about education options and how we support families across Colorado.
We can't wait to meet you!

🗓️ Saturday January 24th
🕚 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
📍 Colorado Springs Event Center
3960 Palmer Park Blvd., Colorado Springs
🔗 More info: https://bit.ly/4k6bksh

🎉 Free, family-friendly, and fun!

01/18/2026

PEAK Parent Center is pleased to partner with the Autism Society of Colorado!

Chill Act Colorado Springs – Neurodiversity & Homeschool Expo, a comprehensive resource expo connecting Colorado families with autism services, homeschool supports, therapy providers, and community organizations.

🗓 Saturday, March 28th
📍 Colorado Springs Event Center
🔗 More info & RSVP: https://www.chillactcolorado.com/



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Congratulations to PEAK Parent Center on partnering with the Autism Society of Colorado. Your support strengthens this collaboration and helps expand meaningful resources, inclusion, and impact for the autism community. We appreciate your commitment to making a difference.

Want to be a vendor? Join the CHILL Act in partnership with the Autism Society of Colorado and connect with families, educators, and community leaders. Showcase your products or services while supporting inclusion and meaningful impact.

01/18/2026

The PEAK Parent Center office will be closed on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day 🇺🇸

01/13/2026

Join PEAK Parent Center for a FREE Benefits Planning Course!

Gain the tools and knowledge to navigate:
- Employment opportunities
- SSI and SSDI
- Financial planning strategies
- Systems that support independence and success

This series includes 6 pre-recorded sessions + 3 live interactive webinars.

🗓️ Live session schedule:
• October (completed – recording available)
• December 2 (completed – recording available)
• Tuesday, January 20, 2026 | 6–7 PM (final live session!)

Missed the earlier live sessions? No problem! 🙌
They’re recorded, so you can catch up on the content and still join us live for the final interactive session on January 20th.

👉 Sign up today:
bit.ly/Benefits-FocusedWebinarSeriesforFamilies

01/13/2026

We’re sharing this to help our community stay informed about important developments in federal special education oversight.

As we start 2026, we’re monitoring federal discussions that may affect how special education is administered nationally. This PACER Center action alert is their response to recent media reports about a possible shift in where federal oversight for IDEA and the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) would be housed. For families and stakeholders who wish to learn more, PACER’s information and sign-on petition are available through Friday, January 16.
Importantly, special education laws and protections remain in place. We will continue to share reliable updates and practical resources for families as we learn more.

**PEAK is sharing this resource for informational purposes; PACER Center is the source of the action alert.**


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You can help protect special education and keep IDEA at the U.S. Department of Education - sign the petition today!

According to recent media reports, the U.S. Department of Education intends to move federal oversight of special education to another federal agency – likely either the Department of Health and Human Services or the Department of Labor. PACER opposes this action and needs your help to ensure that the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS), which oversees the funding and implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), stays at the Department of Education.

IDEA is a civil rights law focused on ensuring that students with disabilities receive an appropriate education alongside their peers. The U.S. Departments of Labor and Health and Human Services do not have expertise in special education, and this transfer would result in further uncertainty and confusion for states, school districts, and families.

Sign the petition by Friday, January 16 to show that parents of students with disabilities and other stakeholders across the country oppose this transfer, which would reduce educational opportunities for students with disabilities. Sign the petition at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDUIEQJwswwi0l_dPEFwypvRmQaXpEz91C7G2IwJKLVzSLPw/viewform

While PACER is closely following these issues, please remember that special education laws and policies remain intact. If you are a Minnesota parent of a child with a disability needing support, please contact us at (952) 838-9000 or pacer.org.

01/12/2026

IEP meetings come with a lot of decisions — including HOW your child receives services. Have you heard of push-in vs. pull-out services? The supports may be the same, but the setting can make a difference. This resource from Understood breaks down both options side-by-side so families can make informed choices.

Learn more and feel confident heading into your next IEP meeting.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4aVLtR3

01/12/2026

The move from preschool to kindergarten can be an emotional and complex transition for families of children with autism. This resource from Autism Spectrum News highlights why this moment matters and shares evidence-based strategies to help make the transition more supportive, collaborative, and child-centered — setting the stage for long-term success. 🔗 ➡️ https://bit.ly/454jmLS

01/12/2026

Good morning, PEAK Community! 🌟

Let this be your Monday reminder:
✨ You are capable of more than you realize
✨ You don’t need to please everyone to be enough
✨ Rest is productive...take the break
✨ You are stronger than yesterday

Step into this week with confidence! Monday, we’re ready for you!

01/11/2026

📣 Community Opportunity – CSEAC Vacancies
The Colorado Special Education Advisory Committee (CSEAC) is accepting applications for several openings with two-year terms beginning July 2026. CSEAC advises the Colorado Department of Education and State Board of Education on the unmet needs of children with disabilities. 🗓 Apply by January 16, 2026

Open positions include:
• Parents of children with disabilities (birth–26) or
individuals with disabilities
• District charter school representative
• Division of Youth Services representative

Learn more: https://bit.ly/49s354F
Apply: https://bit.ly/4blozmd
Questions: Beth Donahue at donahue_b@cde.state.co.us

01/09/2026

Know Your Rights: K–12 Special Education Dispute Resolution
There is still time to register and join Disability Law Colorado for an informative Know Your Rights training focused on K–12 dispute resolution.

📍 Denver
🗓 Wednesday January 28th
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM MST
🎟 Free and open to families, students, and advocates

More info and to reserve a Spot: https://bit.ly/4j22oDu