Thank you, Senator Tim Kaine @kaine.senate.gov, for your commitment to IDEA and for supporting children with disabilities.
Let's protect education as we approach IDEA's 50th anniversary!
#ProtectChildrenwithDisabilities #ProtectIDEA #DontTurnBacktheClock
21.11.2025 10:02 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Communication Is a Human Right: Non-Speakers, Seclusion Bans & Disability Law w/COPAA." Our CEO, Denise Marshall, recently appeared on "The Lighter Side of the Spectrum" w/David Kaufer
Watch it on YouTube! - youtu.be/v3EMV3-18Bo?...
#CommunicationIsAHumanRight #COPAA
21.11.2025 00:39 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Special educators, disability advocates form united front to protect IDEA
The 850-member coalition supports keeping special education programming within the Education Department, saying moving it would put IDEA at risk.
Denise, our CEO, said in a statement, “With the current policy, funding, dismantling of the Dept of ED, & other threats to the IDEA, our organizations have forged an essential partnership.”
For more information, read the article by K12DiveNews Dive - www.k12dive.com/news/special...
20.11.2025 19:47 — 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Craig, Hannah, & Paige from Louisiana shared vital insights on keeping special education with the Department of Education. Advocacy matters, let's keep the conversation alive!
@ndscongress.bsky.social
#NDSC #AdvocacyMatters
www.facebook.com/watch/?v=816...
20.11.2025 19:36 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Celeste Winders
Join us for Advocate Late Nite tonight at 9 PM EDT!
David and Cynthia host a special session with Celeste Winders discussing family plans for immigrant families with disabled kids. Don’t miss it!
#AdvocateLateNite
20.11.2025 00:00 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Join our very own Amy Bonn, Esq., Consulting Attorney at COPAA, in presenting w/Autumn’s Rainbow Youth Community Center.
TONIGHT, at 6PM/ET
Have questions? info@autumnsrainbow.org.
19.11.2025 21:14 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Say NO to dismantling and dividing ED Departments. Doing so harms students with disabilities and all students. Contact Congress Today
www.copaa.org/page/TakeAct... #ProtectIDEA #EducateourKids
19.11.2025 14:24 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Light blue background picture of Themis, Goddess of Justice, text - Attorney Roundtable featuring Wheatly Gulmi, Esq., with a presentation on the topic of Attendance Issues. COPAA logo
Join COPAA on TODAY at 1PM/ET for the Attorney Roundtable featuring Wheatly Gulmi, Esq., w/a presentation on Attendance Issues.
Registration (Members ONLY and Free):
learn.copaa.org
#COPAA #AttorneyRoundtable #AttendanceIssues
19.11.2025 09:59 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Disabled students have the same right to an education as non-
disabled students and it is IDEA that makes this possible.
Our kids deserve nothing less.
#ProtectChildrenwithDisabilities #IDEA50
18.11.2025 17:14 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Join us for the State & Local Advocacy Community meeting on November 19th at 1 PM ET! We’ll discuss 50 years of IDEA and its impact. Your voice matters, don’t miss this important conversation! #COPAA
16.11.2025 22:38 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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🚨 Attention Transition Gurus! 🚨
Join us TONIGHT at 9 PM EDT for Advocate Late Nite!
David & Cynthia will be discussing crucial questions from our Listserv about Transition Planning & LRE.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this is an event you won't want to miss!
16.11.2025 16:35 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Light blue background picture of Themis, Goddess of Justice, text - Attorney Roundtable featuring Wheatly Gulmi, Esq., with a presentation on the topic of Attendance Issues. COPAA logo
Join COPAA on November 19th at 1PM/ET for the Attorney Roundtable featuring Wheatly Gulmi, Esq., w/a presentation on Attendance Issues.
Registration (Members ONLY and Free):
learn.copaa.org
#COPAA #AttorneyRoundtable #DueProcessHearings
14.11.2025 19:03 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
A flyer for Amy Bonn, Esq., Consulting Attorney at COPAA, in presenting w/Autumn’s Rainbow Youth Community Center.
Join our very own Amy Bonn, Esq., Consulting Attorney at COPAA, in presenting w/Autumn’s Rainbow Youth Community Center.
Don’t miss out, register today!
📷 Sign up here: forms.gle/aW1gcAzXHnsU...
Have questions? info@autumnsrainbow.org.
We look forward to seeing you there!
14.11.2025 15:28 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Join us for the State & Local Advocacy Community meeting on November 20th at 1 PM ET!
We look forward to your participation!
#COPAA #DisabilityRights #Advocacy
13.11.2025 22:29 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Global Book Network - Tracey Lyons Tozier, author of Benny Speaks Up (Mama Bulldog Book)
COPAA is thrilled to share that Tracey Tozier, a COPAA Trained Advocate & the author of "Benny Speaks Up" (Mama Bulldog Book), will be featured on Global Book Network!
Don't miss the live premiere on YouTube at 7 PM ET!
youtu.be/wGb_gpXkm-A
#BennySpeaksUp #TraceyLyonsTozier
13.11.2025 21:55 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Join us for Advocate Late Nite tonight at 9 PM EDT! David & Cynthia will discuss the V family's challenges with their child's rare disability. Share ideas & support during this live session!
12.11.2025 21:04 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Happy Veterans Day!
Today, we honor our veterans & their families. Here’s a special message from Courtney Hansen about how COPAA supported her & military families.
Let’s appreciate the bravery of those who serve & support them.
#VeteransDay #MilitaryFamilies #Gratitude #COPAA
12.11.2025 00:58 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Happy Veterans Day!
Check out a special message from David Beinke, the Special ED Marine, as we reflect on this important day.
#COPAA #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans
11.11.2025 21:53 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Today, we honor our veterans and their families.
Thank you for your courage and sacrifice! Let's advocate for justice, learn from their resilience, and connect with gratitude. #VeteransDay
11.11.2025 14:55 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
How One State is Leading the Way for English Learners With Disabilities
Advocates hope Texas can set an example with a forthcoming bilingual special education certificate.
A new teacher certification in Texas is changing the game for English learners with disabilities! Dual expertise = better support, stronger outcomes. Inclusion starts with preparation.
www.edweek.org/policy-polit...
#ELL #SpecialEducation #EdEquity #DisabilityRights
09.11.2025 20:51 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Join us TONIGHT at 9 PM EDT for Advocate Late Nite!
David & Cynthia welcome Robin Petty to discuss SSI in 2025, approval rates, & more. Don’t miss this essential session!
Info: impactdisabilitylaw.com/ssa-oho-hear...
09.11.2025 20:30 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
YouTube video by COPAA - Council of Parents Attorneys and Advocates
Virtual Town Hall - To Protect Children with Disabilities & Protect IDEA
The rights of children with disabilities are under threat.
Watch a National Town Hall where parents, educators & advocates discussed actions you can take to protect children with disabilities.
youtu.be/IU18odnhesY
#ProtectChildrenwithDisabilities
#ProtectIDEA
#DontTurnBackTheClock
09.11.2025 18:44 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Registration is OPEN for the 28th Annual COPAA Conference/Hill Day happening on March 3 - 8, 2026!
Secure your spot today and be part of the conversation!
www.copaa.org/page/2026-co...
#COPAA2026 #HillDay #RegistrationOpen #JoinUs
08.11.2025 13:09 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
UPDATE: Program to help teachers aid students with disabilities loses federal grant
The latest education news updates from EdSource.
The federal grant for Partnerships for Effective Practices in Transition and Inclusion a program helping teachers support disabled students was canceled for using DEI language. Punishing inclusion efforts hurts the kids who need it most.
edsource.org/updates/prog...
#SpecialEducation #DEI
07.11.2025 18:43 — 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Blue & green Learning Path
COPAA’s is excited to announce a new Learning Path — Protecting FAPE — designed to deepen your understanding of the laws, strategies, and best practices to ensure every child receives a Free Appropriate Public Education.
Registration link : learn.copaa.org/p/protecting...
06.11.2025 13:33 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Join us for Advocate Late Nite tomorrow at 9 PM EDT!
David and Cynthia will host a session titled "Ten Things I Wish Advocates Would Emphasize with Parents" featuring Dorene Philpot, Attorney
05.11.2025 22:42 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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🚨 Join Us TODAY! Join our Virtual Town Hall at 4 PM ET to advocate for children with disabilities and support IDEA.
Let’s make a difference together! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
04.11.2025 20:28 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
