Parents Information and Education Resource

04/28/2026

May 1 is the deadline for registering for Stevens Point Circles of Life! May 14 and 15 - Stevens Point Holiday Inn
Best Conference out there for our Families who have children/youth and soon to be Adults with special needs!

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See below the overview of the Conference -
7:45am – 9:00am

Check-In and Breakfast

Breakfast Menu:

Scrambled eggs, sausage and breakfast potatoes

9:00am – 10:15am

Welcome and Keynote Address

9:00am – 11:45am

Sibshop Kids (Ages 8 – 12)

9:00am – 4:30pm

Gathering of Youth

10:15am – 10:30am

Break and Exhibitor Visits

10:30am – 11:45am

Session A Workshops

Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor!

11:45am – 1:00pm

Lunch and Awards

Lunch Menu:

Fiesta Taco Buffet (beef, salsa, cheese, chips, rice, etc.)

1:15pm – 2:30pm

Session B Workshops

1:15pm – 3:15pm

Sibshop Teens (Ages 13 – 17)

2:30pm – 3:00pm

Break and Exhibitor Visits (Snack: cookies and soda)

3:00pm – 4:15pm

Session C Workshops

5:00pm – 6:15pm

Dinner and Listening Session

Dinner Menu:

Pasta Buffet

6:30pm – 8:00pm

Family Fun Night and Auction Winners

Friday, May 15

7:45am – 8:45am

Breakfast and Exhibitor Visits

Breakfast Menu:

Scrambled eggs, sausage and breakfast potatoes

9:00am – 12:00pm

Birth to 3 Program ICC Town Hall

9:00am – 11:45am

Gathering of Youth

9:00am – 10:15am

Session D Workshops

10:15am – 10:30am

Break and Exhibitor Visits

10:30am – 11:45am

Session E Workshops

2026 KEYNOTE SPEAKER
K Jane Lee, MD
Lessons in Partnership, Learned as a Parent and a Physician

I hope to see you there!!!!

04/26/2026

5/6 Self-Determination and Choice-Making for All Ages!

Join us May 6 from 12-1pm to learn about ways to support your child, teen or young adult to practice choice making skills in everyday activities and interactions. Our guest, Molly Murphy, will explain why these skills are so important for leading a self-determined life. She’ll also share examples of how to practice with your child.

Molly Murphy was an early childhood special education teacher and a licensed Behavior Analyst. Before her retirement in 2026, she was the director of the Waisman Center Autism Treatment Programs.

Use this link or click the button below to register:

Join us May 6 from 12-1pm to learn about ways to support your child, teen or young adult to practice choice making skills in everyday activities and interactions. Our guest, Molly Murphy, will explain why these skills are so important for leading a self-determined life. She'll also share examples of...

04/26/2026

04/26/2026

Informational presentation focused on expanding transportation access in North Wood County through the Central Wisconsin

Catch a Ride program.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbfHaVbVMX716cZM5Q5zSfMCoZOhgsIDSKNOMiRnpxeJXGIg/viewform

Catch a Ride aims to remove transportation barriers by providing reliable, accessible rides that help people get to work, medical appointments, education, child care, and essential services. Providing opportunities that benefit not only riders, but employers, businesses, organizations, and the broader community.

Event Details
Date: April 29, 2026
Time: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Pittsville Community Library, 5291 3rd Ave., Pittsville, WI 54466

RSVP
To attend, please RSVP using this link: RSVP Link
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbfHaVbVMX716cZM5Q5zSfMCoZOhgsIDSKNOMiRnpxeJXGIg/viewform

Please consider sharing this invite with your networks. Our goal is to bring awareness to rural areas where we have not yet presented this information. We hope you’ll join us to learn more about how Catch a Ride can create a lasting impact and how you can help make this service a reality in your community.

Thank you for your time and consideration. We hope to see you there.
Questions? Email [email protected]

Event Date: April 29, 2026 from 12:30 - 1:30 pm Event Address: Pittsville Community Library, 5291 3rd Ave, Pittsville, WI 54466 For questions, contact us at [email protected]

04/25/2026

5/7 Join us virtually for a free, engaging and supportive conversation about the well-being of the hidden superheroes in our lives – caregivers. Learn about the issues that may be impacting you or the often hidden helpers in your life.

Tentative topics:
Bright Spot: Hidden Superheroes
Faces of Caregiving Panel
Project Updates
Small Groups

Wisconsin Autism Transition Demonstration (WAuTD) Coalition &the Community of Practice on Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities (CoP ASD/DD)

May 7, 2026 9:00am-11:00am

Please login at 8:50am. Thank you.

register at: go.wisc.edu/copwautdmay2026

More information: https://integratedtransition.waisman.wisc.edu/gatherings/

Timothy S. Markle, MA; MA/CS
Waisman Center Room A123
1500 Highland Ave.
Madison, WI 53705
[email protected]
608-421-0850

Registration for the joint meeting of the Wisconsin Autism Transition Demonstration Project Coalition and the Wisconsin Community of Practice on Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities.

04/21/2026

Please join us to help celebrate "MOM"

04/19/2026

🎉 Fun Fact Friday!

Did you know Medicaid may cover incontinence supplies for children with special health care needs or disabilities?

That can include things like diapers, pull-ups, wipes, and other medically necessary supplies—helping making care just a little bit easier for families.

Little-known benefits like this can make a big difference for families. 🧡

Still have questions?
Scan the QR code or check out the link in the comments for more details.