Oklahoma Parents Center, Inc.

Oklahoma Parents Center, Inc. Our goal is to educate and support parents and professionals in building partnerships that meet the needs of children and youth with disabilities.

What is the Purpose of the OPC? The purpose of the PTI project is to help Oklahoma parents and families:
◾Better understand the nature of their children’s disabilities and their children’s educational, developmental, and transitional needs;
◾Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with their child’s educators and other professionals;
◾Participate in decision-making processes, including those related to their child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP);
◾Understand about the range, type and quality of options, programs and services, technologies, practices and interventions that are based on scientifically-based research;
◾Understand the resources available to assist their children at school and home;
◾Understand their rights as provided under IDEA (the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004); and
◾Participate in activities at the school level that benefit their children and to participate in parental involvement activities.

They are amazing!!
11/24/2025

They are amazing!!

This month, we proudly honor our incredible staff members who are celebrating years of dedicated service to our state. Your commitment, passion, and unwavering support make a lasting difference for our students, teachers, and educators every single day.

Thank you for the countless ways you help our schools grow stronger, brighter, and more connected. Your work matters—and we are truly grateful for you. 💙

Please join us in celebrating these outstanding team members and the impact they continue to make!

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11/23/2025

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We hope all people working with childtrn reach out to The Reading League, Cox Campus, International Dyslexia Association, Understood, LD OnLine, Reading Rockets, National Center on Improving Literacy and Learning Disabilities Association of America for resources and guidance.

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11/22/2025

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11/21/2025

This is great information for anyone in education. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, tutor, or support staff, having a shared understanding of these terms can make a big difference. This cheat sheet is from Hansberry Educational Consulting

11/21/2025

📢 Holiday Closure Notice 🦃🍁
The Oklahoma Parents Center will be closed starting today, November 21st, and will reopen on Monday, December 1st.

We will be closed through Thanksgiving week (November 21st – November 30th) so our staff can enjoy the holiday with their families.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving! 🧡🦃
We look forward to serving you again on Monday, December 1st!

11/21/2025
🌟 Community Spotlight: Supporting Autism Families 🌟Our very own Lauren Gann from the Oklahoma Parents Center recently pr...
11/21/2025

🌟 Community Spotlight: Supporting Autism Families 🌟

Our very own Lauren Gann from the Oklahoma Parents Center recently provided an OPC Overview for the Autism Mom Circle Up support group through Piece by Peace CDRS. 🧩💚

During her presentation, she covered:
✨ The difference between IEPs vs. 504 Plans
✨ How to begin a special education evaluation
✨ Understanding ABA services
✨ How families can call OPC for guidance and support

The group asked fantastic questions, and it was a great opportunity to connect with families and provide valuable resources to help navigate school services.

A huge thank you to Piece by Peace CDRS for partnering with OPC and supporting families across Oklahoma and to Lauren Gann for representing us with excellence! 💛

📞 Need help with your child’s educational plan? Contact the Oklahoma Parents Center we’re here to help. 1-877-553-4332

STAFF FEATURE: NIKKI WRIGHT ✨Training & Information Specialist | Oklahoma Parents Center 💼Meet Nikki Wright, one of our ...
11/20/2025

STAFF FEATURE: NIKKI WRIGHT ✨
Training & Information Specialist | Oklahoma Parents Center 💼

Meet Nikki Wright, one of our dedicated Training & Information Specialists here at the Oklahoma Parents Center. Nikki has been part of our team for almost a year, but her connection to OPC began long before that she first came to us as a parent seeking support for her own child. That experience inspired her to help other families navigate their journeys, making her role especially meaningful. 💛

As a parent of three 👩‍👧‍👦, including one child diagnosed with Level III Autism 🧩, Nikki brings both professional knowledge and personal understanding to every family she serves. Her son has been a major source of inspiration and motivates her to support others walking a similar path. 🌟

Nikki holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education 🎓 and has always had a heart for serving children and families. She especially enjoys working with families who are new to the special education process, guiding them step by step and explaining information in simple, clear terms. She believes a diagnosis does not define a child it helps us understand their needs so we can support them in reaching their full potential. 🌱

Outside of work, Nikki loves spending time with her family especially her grandparents and children 👵👧. She enjoys taking her kids to explore new places like the zoo 🦁, aquarium 🐠, Urban Air 🤸‍♀️, Chuck E. Cheese 🎮, and pumpkin patches in the fall 🎃. She also loves being outdoors 🌳, watching sports 🏈, and getting creative through crafting ✂️.

Nikki has a passion for serving others and making a difference in the lives of those around her ❤️. We are grateful to have her as part of our OPC team! 💙

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11/19/2025

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📣 IT’S TOMORROW!📢 Join Us for an Informative Training!Oklahoma Parents Center is hosting “Identifying the 13 Disability ...
11/19/2025

📣 IT’S TOMORROW!
📢 Join Us for an Informative Training!
Oklahoma Parents Center is hosting “Identifying the 13 Disability Categories under IDEA – Series 1” on November 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM.

This session will help families understand the 13 disability categories used to determine eligibility for special education services under IDEA.

🖥️ Online via Zoom Registration is required
👉 Register here:
https://oklahomaparentscenter-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/D8Zh8FsyQpOmm-nvAlanaA

👩‍🏫 Presenters: Melissa Stevens & Nikki Wright
For more information, contact Melissa Stevens at 580.745.5970 or mstevens@oklahomaparentscenter.org.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and get valuable parent resources! 🌟
Visit our website for more trainings: www.OklahomaParentsCenter.org

🔓 Assistive Technology = Empowered Futures!The Oklahoma Parents Center is here to help families learn about Assistive Te...
11/19/2025

🔓 Assistive Technology = Empowered Futures!

The Oklahoma Parents Center is here to help families learn about Assistive Technology (AT) — tools that help children communicate, learn, and be more independent. 💬💻📚

OPC offers FREE guidance, training, and support to help you bring AT into your child’s IEP and everyday life. You don’t have to navigate it alone! 🤝✨

👉 Learn more: https://oklahomaparentscenter.org/ 🌐

The OPC specializes in special education support for people with disabilities from birth to age 26 and their families. We have been providing services to Oklahoma parents and family members of children with disabilities, young adults with disabilities, and the professionals who serve them since 2000...

11/18/2025

📊✨Join us for the next OKMTSS Community of Practice session — a space to connect, collaborate, and strengthen your implementation strategies.

🔍 Topic: Assessments in MTSS
🎙️ Presenter: Chase Kitterman, Ed.S., NCSP (OSU Bridge Center)
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, Nov. 19 ⏰ Time: 3:15–4:00 PM CST
🔗 Register here: https://linktr.ee/okspdg

This session builds on the SPDG MTSS course and offers practical insights for districts at every stage of implementation. Whether you're just starting or refining your system, this is a chance to learn, share, and grow together.

Let’s build stronger supports for every learner. 💬📚

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624 N. Hinckley
Holdenville, OK
74848

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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