Parental Consent in Special Education
Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center What is parental consent? When will a parent asked to sign documents giving consent? What happens if a parent doesn't give consent? Join us to learn more. Register here >>
Drop In Family Support Time
This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations.
Family Connections
Hosted by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center, “Family Connections” is a virtual community for parents and caregivers who support loved ones facing substance use and/or mental health challenges. Families tell us they need credible resources, guidance to accessing help, and the opportunity to connect with others facing similar challenges. Monthly gatherings will focus […]
Mississippi Division of Medicaid – Medical Care Advisory Committee Meeting
The Mississippi Division of Medicaid Medical Care Advisory committee meeting will meet on Friday, Dec. 10th at 1 p.m.
Jackson Public Schools Dads’ Summit
Jackson Public School District, Jackson, MS. Jackson Public Schools will host a Dads' Summit on February 5, 2022, at Forest Hill High School from 9AM to 12PM. This year's theme is "A Dad's Health is a School's Wealth". JPS dads and father figures will receive free medical checks and learn helpful tips on maintaining a […]
Tips for Successful Meetings
Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center IEP meetings can be nerve wracking! Join us and learn tips to help prepare, have more productive IEP meetings and how to improve your documentation and communication. Register here >>
Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists, parent consultants, parent educators and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support, national standards for parent peer support, continuing education opportunities, local and state issues affecting parent […]
Joint Planning Council Meeting
The Joint Planning and Advisory Council meeting will be held virtually Tue, Nov 23, 2021, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CST).
Special Education Process: What are the Steps?
Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center Special education and all the moving parts of the process are overwhelming! Join us and learn seven important steps in the process. Register here>>
Rethinking Substance Use: An Earlier and Broader Approach
National Family Support Technical Assistance Center A growing body of research on the effects of adverse and positive childhood experiences, along with neuroscientific evidence emerging from the National Institute on Drug Abuse and other research groups, have made it increasingly clear that the roots of addiction risk and resilience are planted very early in life. […]