Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities

04/20/2026

Join us at the Clark County School District (CCSD) Transition Services STAR Fair ⭐

The Nevada Assistive Technology Resource Center (NATRC) will be there to share resources and support for students in transition. Stop by our table to learn more about assistive technology and how it can support independence at school, work, and beyond.

📅 Saturday, April 25
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Valley High School (Eastern Ave entrance)

We hope to see you there!

04/18/2026

FNN was proud to attend the Race for Hope 2026, hosted by the Grant a Gift Autism Foundation Ackerman Center 💙✨

This family-friendly run and walk brought the community together to support children and families living with autism and neurodevelopmental disabilities.

We loved connecting with families, sharing resources, and being part of such a meaningful event that uplifts and supports our community.

04/10/2026

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The Developmental Disabilities (DD) Network is built on a simple truth: we are stronger together.

Across Nevada and the nation, DD Councils, Protection & Advocacy systems, and University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities work side by side to create change.

Together, we amplify voices.
Together, we remove barriers.
Together, we build systems that include everyone.

This is the power of partnership. This is the strength of the DD Network.

https://www.nevadaddcouncil.org/
https://ndalc.org/about/
https://www.unr.edu/nced

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04/09/2026

Congratulations to Kate Smith Elementary!

🏆 Big congratulations to Kate Smith Elementary!

Kate Smith Elementary School has earned the 2025 Nevada MTSS Diamond Implementation Award, the highest level of recognition for Multi‑Tiered System of Supports. This award highlights the school’s commitment to supporting every student’s academic, behavioral, and social‑emotional success.

Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities

04/06/2026

Remember that the Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities (NCED) is a UCEDD!

Learn more: aucd.org/news/aucd-statement-presidents-fy27-budget

AUCD is deeply concerned about the President’s FY27 budget proposal, which suggests cutting important programs that help people with disabilities. This includes programs like the University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs) and Autism and Developmental Disabilities programs. These programs support research, help create policies, and provide services that families depend on. Cutting them would set us back many years.

‼️ AUCD is asking Congress to reject these cuts and continue to support programs that help improve the lives of people with disabilities and their families.

📢 It’s urgent that during the appropriations process, Congress acts save these essential programs!

View Statement: aucd.org/news/aucd-statement-presidents-fy27-budget



ID: Graphic showing the U.S. Capitol with a quote: “Congress must reject cuts that would destabilize critical programs and instead protect and strengthen the investments that people with disabilities and their families depend on.” Includes the AUCD (Association of University Centers on Disabilities) logo.

04/06/2026

The Youth Transition Summit continues with our Transition Webinar Series! 🌟

Join us from April through October 2026 for a virtual series designed to support youth with disabilities as they navigate the path to adulthood.

Each session covers important topics like education, independent living, employment, and more, giving families, educators, and professionals the tools they need to support long-term success.

📅First webinar: April 18
💻 Live on Zoom
🎥 All sessions will be recorded

👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/41VXHmR

04/02/2026

In honor of Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, we’re sharing a powerful conversation from The Miracle Flight Deck 💚

Melissa Bart-Plange, FNN Family Navigator and Jeremy’s mom, opens up about their journey navigating cerebral palsy, the challenges families face when care isn’t close to home, and the life-changing impact of access to treatment.

Her story is one of strength, resilience, and hope.

Because distance should never stand in the way of a child’s future.

🎧 Listen to the full episode and learn how you can make a difference: https://miracleflights.org/donate/

03/25/2026

March marks National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time dedicated to celebrating the contributions of individuals with disabilities and promoting inclusive communities across the country.

At the University of Nevada, Reno, the Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities (NCED) continues to play a critical role in advancing accessibility, education, and opportunities for individuals with disabilities and their families throughout Nevada.

Take a moment to read and learn more about the work happening across our communities 👇

https://bit.ly/3PIXT6a

03/23/2026

Nevada showed up in DC 🇺🇸

The Nevada Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities is proud to be here alongside the Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities (NCED) and Opportunity Village as we advocate at the national level for people with developmental disabilities.

This work matters. These conversations matter. And making sure Nevada’s voices are heard, loud and clear, matters most.

Grateful to stand with so many dedicated advocates pushing for better systems, stronger supports, and real change.