Kitsap County Parent Advocacy

11/06/2025

Do you know what OEO means? Office of the Education Ombudsman. They are holding Virtual Office Hours! November 13, 2025, 10-11:30. Register to visit, this session looks like it will be great information on how to get an IEP or 504 Accommodations-Request to Eligibility. The first topic of aa three part series. Future topics: Now my student has an IEP, now what? and Dispute resolution options and formal complaints.

11/05/2025

If you are looking to get your questions answered and want a person who has seen the IEP table from many different perspectives, I invite you to come join us on Wednesday, November 12th at 6:30 PM with Larry Davis. Visit www.ssp2p.org/event-1 and click on the IEP registration to get registered.

Join this FREE IEP workshop, held virtually for convenience! Everything you always wanted to know about the IEP process and didn't know who to ask! Register today at: https://portals.compass-360.org/Compass360WebUserServices08/org=ssp2p.org/request=questionnairePortal/questionnaireId=87D983EC-5720-49BB-BFBC-F45BEEA16B03

11/04/2025

Sharing information across the community for our families. If you are able and can share to other pages or know of anyone resource please add to the original post in the comments.

11/04/2025

The fall 2025 newsletter from Informing Families has arrived give it a read. One of our wonderful resources available to families.

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11/03/2025

This is a great read on twice exceptional special needs . is for all the students who are in need. FACES has a great dialog for readers to follow.

10/21/2025

Mark your calendars for an upcoming IEP workshop with Larry Davis next month on November 12th! It will be virtual from 6:30PM to 8:00PM.

Larry brings a well rounded perspective when talking about IEPs, join us and be a part of our discussion.

10/19/2025

Our journey is not chosen for us yet we sometimes get to see people who are incredible witnesses to help us along our paths as we walk out these steps.

Here is a story that my friend shared on her page.

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

10/17/2025

Here are some Lunch Time training opportunities offered by PAVE this fall.

Online – Fall Special Education Live Virtual Training -

October 16 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PDT
PAVE is here to walk alongside you with tools, knowledge, and support. This fall, join us for trainings and clinics designed to empower families, caregivers, and educators supporting students with disabilities.

Upcoming Trainings

Oct. 16 Time: 12 pm – 1pm PT – Understanding the Difference: IEPs & 504s
Learn the key differences between IEPs and 504 Plans, including eligibility, rights, supports, and dispute resolution.

Oct. 23 Time: 12 pm – 1pm PT – IDEA Unveiled
Overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), highlighting rights, processes, and strategies to support students and families.

Oct. 30 Time: 12 pm – 1pm PT – Starting Strong (IFSP)
Gain strategies for implementing IFSPs to support early intervention and empower families in their child’s development.

Nov. 6 Time: 12 pm – 1pm PT – Navigating 504
Explore eligibility, accommodations, and strategies that ensure equal access to education.

Nov. 13 Time: 12 pm – 1pm PT – Maximizing Accessibility
Understand student rights to assistive technology and how AT supports high school transition success.

Visit PAVE at https://wapave.org/event/fall-special-education-live-virtual-training/2025-10-16/