PEAK Parent Center

?? PEAK Parent Center is excited to announce that we have received a grant from Disabling Barriers to support individuals with I/DD in Southern Colorado! ?? This grant will assist PEAK in providing additional self-advocates, families and educators in Southern Colorado with effective individual and family support as a result of relevant, inclusive curriculum development, building rich and inclusive lives for those with disabilities. ???? ?? THANK YOU Disabling Barriers for your generous support! #PEAKParentCenter #IDD #DisablingBarriers #SouthernColorado #Grant #nonprofitorganization [ID: Image is decorative. Includes logo for Disabling Barriers]

?? Happy Colorado Gives Day! – a day to support local organizations that make a difference. At PEAK Parent Center our team empowers families, educators, and professionals to help children with disabilities thrive in their neighborhood schools. Your gift helps ensure that Colorado children, regardless of ability, have the opportunity to succeed and become a contributing community member. ?Let's Change Lives Together! ?? bit.ly/3Yy8iDF ?? Give this post a share! #COGivesDay #GiveBack #PEAKParentCenter #ColoradoGivesDay2024 #thebestdaytogive

Last week, the PEAK Parent Center team gathered to celebrate, one of our Parent Advisors, Shirley Swope. For the last 35 years Shirley has provided wisdom, support, guidance, and care to the PEAK Community. Her commitment and belief in the mission of PEAK Parent Center was evident in all she did. Her calm, wise, gentle demeanor and kind spirit will be missed, but the team is incredibly happy for her. This isn't goodbye...just see ya later. Enjoy your retirement Shirley! #PEAKParentCenter [ID: Graphics that include balloons, confetti and a picture of the PEAK team and a picture of Shirley.]

We've wrapped up the 2024 PEAK Parent Center Conference on Inclusive Education! We want to thank all our attendees, presenters, exhibitors, the PEAK team, and the sponsors! Without YOU, this would not be possible! It's just, yet again, further evidence that we are truly Better Together! If you didn't join us this time, we hope to see you next time! We created a little wrap-up video, we hope you enjoy it! https://bit.ly/3MZXgAv #PEAKParentCenter #conferenceoninclusiveeducation #BetterTogether2024 [ID: Image is decorative.]

We are excited to introduce you to our keynote speaker! Joe LaBelle, Director of Programs Impact, Family Network on Disabilities Joe LaBelle is a pioneering figure at the intersection of AI and education, serving as the Director of Programs Impact at Family Network on Disabilities. In Florida, he oversees four key programs and lends his expertise to OSEP-funded Technical Assistance centers, enhancing support for students with disabilities through technology. Notably, Joe has played a crucial role in advocating for AI's role in education, engaging with the Secretary of Education, presenting to the US Department of Education staff, and sharing insights nationwide. His efforts focus on how AI can personalize learning and increase accessibility, making him a respected voice in the field. Learn more about the conference, our presenters and registration: https://lnkd.in/gn6thAE2 #PEAKParentCenter #InclusiveEducation #AI #ConferenceOnInclusiveEducation #ColoradoEducator #DisabilityParenting #backtoschool

Many have asked and it's now time! Today is the day! Applications for exhibitor space at our 2024 Conference on Inclusive Education are open! We have a very LIMITED number of tables available at each location (24), so submit your application today! Application deadline to be considered for exhibiting at the conference is August 19, 2024 Need more info? https://lnkd.in/gqFmdyp5 Ready to apply? bit.ly/3YqutMu Have questions? Email Patricia at [email protected] For Profit exhibitor space: 1 table, 1 location $300.00 1 table at both locations – $500 Non-Profit exhibitor space: 1 table, 1 location- $250 1 table at both locations – $400 Self-Advocate exhibitor space: 1 table , 1 location - $80.00 1 table at both locations – $125 #PEAKParentCenter #InclusionRevolution #PartnerforInclusion #inclusionpartnerships

Calling all businesses, organizations and corporations! Now is the time to partner with PEAK Parent Center in bringing our 2024 Conference on Inclusive Education to Colorado Springs & Greeley! Go to the link below for a PDF with more information on the benefits of partnership: https://lnkd.in/gkDZKS6m Ready to Partner? Fill out the form at the link below: https://lnkd.in/gr2TkXcC #PEAKParentCenter #InclusionMatters #bettertogetherpartner #InclusiveEducation

We are pleased to announce that Quinna Phillips and Melissa Edwards have been promoted to Transition Program Managers for Project POWER. Quinna, previously the Transition Program Coordinator for Project POWER, brings to this leadership role her lived experience as a person with a disability, a connection to disabled young adults across the country, and a love for data and technology. Melissa, previously a Youth Trainer and Mentor for PEAK, brings to this leadership role several years of management experience, a task-oriented mindset. Please join us in wishing Quinna and Melissa all the best as they transition into their new roles.

PEAK Parent Center is proud to announce that Sherrell Bethel has moved into the PTI Director role vacated by the retirement of Pam Christy. Sherrell, has dedicated the last 13 years to nonprofit work with a focus on supporting the voices and successes of our young people. She firmly believes that everyone deserves an opportunity to be the best version of themselves and be treated with dignity and respect. Recently, Sherell was the Director of Project POWER at PEAK, where she dedicated her time to improving outcomes for youth with disabilities in transition and providing technical assistance to 17 parent centers in seven states. Please join us in wishing Sherell all the best as she transitions into her new role.

???Happy Friday PEAK Community! We made it through another week! Today is National Teachers Day, we would be amiss if we did not take moment to THANK teachers! ??We know all too well the value of a great teacher in the lives of our children. Thank a teacher, in person, email or text, let them know their true value. ???? #PEAKParentCenter #teachersday #greatteachers #specialeducator #coloradoteachers #coloradoeducators