Tanya Schlegel, Special Education Advocate

02/03/2026

You hoped in August that your child's "About Me" profile would lead to inclusion.

Unfortunately, "About Me" profiles get forgotten, and real inclusion doesn't happen.

If you want your child included, it starts by intentionally connecting the dots inside your child’s IEP.

I'll show you how on Thursday’s Facebook Live.

You'll discover how to connect strengths to present levels, annual goals, accommodations, and instructional strategies, so your child is safe, happy, and learning alongside classmates in general education.

It'll be pretty amazing!

Alt Text: Hand-drawn diagram on a desk titled “With a little help from AI: Connect the dots in your child’s IEP.” A blue “Strengths” circle points to four colored circles labeled “Present Levels,” “Goals,” “Accommodations/Modifications,” and “Instructional Strategies.” Beside the paper, a tablet reads “AI Assistant: Suggesting strategies…,” with a pen and coffee cup nearby.

02/03/2026

DYSLEXIA DAY 2026 DETAILS

WHEN: February 10, 2026, 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: Georgia State Capitol, Capitol Sq SW, Atlanta, GA 30334
WHAT: A day of advocacy and celebration of our wonderful dyslexic community

Tentative Schedule:
8:45: arrival at Capitol, gather in South Rotunda outside CAP 230 (2nd Floor)
9:00-9:45: Get your DDGA sticker (this will be your ticket for lunch) and folders to hand out to legislators with CAP offices or at the ropes
9:45 picture on South Stairs outside CAP 230 (2nd Floor)
9:50: disperse to Senate and House galleries (4th floor) to watch sessions and resolutions being read
10:00-11:15: Watch floor sessions from galleries and pull your legislator to the ropes.
11:15-12:45: Go to CLOB 510 for lunch, to talk to legislators, and hand out folders in CLOB
12:45- 1:00: Clean up CLOB 510
1:00-1:30: Deliver the rest of the legislator’s folders

What to bring/wear: your ID (no entry without it!), comfortable shoes, your Decoding Dyslexia t-shirt or something light blue,

Where to park: Either take MARTA to the Georgia State stop and walk over or park at the Pete Hackney Parking Deck ($10; credit card only) at 162 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30303.

There are other lots around the Capitol (Capitol Square is blocked off for all but pedestrian traffic), but those lots tend to be more expensive. You will need the ParkMobile app for those lots.

02/03/2026

Join us this Thursday (2/5) as we dive into GeorgiaCAN’s legislative priorities for the 2026 session. We’ll be joined by Executive Director Michael O’Sullivan. RSVP here: https://speak4.io/lp/ee01en7w

02/03/2026

🍎✨ From paraprofessional to certified teacher — without leaving the classroom.

Georgia's Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program is opening doors for paraprofessionals to earn teacher certification while continuing to serve students in their own schools.

✔️ Paid, classroom-based pathway
✔️ College coursework + mentorship
✔️ Built to strengthen local communities

Since launching statewide in November 2024, the program now supports 132 teaching apprentices across 29 school districts — and recently celebrated its first graduates in Crisp and Ben Hill counties.

"Georgia's teacher pipeline must reflect the needs of our local communities," said State School Superintendent Richard Woods.

This is grow-your-own done right. 🌱

🔗 Learn more in the press release https://url.gadoe.org/2zkqr and on teachinthepeach.org.

02/03/2026

02/03/2026

🧭 We can't wait to start our third year of Adventure Guides with you all!
🛶 Wed, Feb. 11th at 6:30 pm
🏹 Ages 18 ⬆️ for young adults with developmental disabilities accompanied by their parent/legal guardian.
🎣 Monthly adventures from 6:30-8 pm at Wilson (after Exceptional Sports).
⛺️ Spring and Fall Camporama at Camp Lakeside.
📸 Making one-on-one memories related to family, community, nature, and having fun!
💵 $100 for parent & young adult (Feb-Dec)
💻 Sign up for 2026 at https://thefamilyy.org/core/programs/division/2176165/.
🎥 https://youtu.be/O-VchyDOwqg?si=8DehS3BspBK9DGVx

02/03/2026

Do you have an IEP in place, but think your child may need more support? Are you having issues with the school not understanding your child's behaviors? Would you like to better understand the school discipline process?

Then please join us for this invaluable training to learn about functional behavioral assessment (FBA), behavior intervention plans (BIP) and how to be proactive in addressing behavior in your child’s IEP.

Date: Thursday, February 26th, 2026

Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2kfwf2cw

02/03/2026

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02/03/2026

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