Services for People with Disabilities (SFPD) presents a free Community Education Workshop
Where: Online via Zoom

This 2-part series focuses on advocacy and planning for children and youth with disabilities.

Register today.

Part One welcomes presenters, attorneys Tracy Hartlieb and Cera Horste, who will provide a better understanding of the educational rights of children with disabilities. Parents and caregivers will learn how to advocate whenever the need arises, whether during the IEP process, or when their child is beginning school or nearing the end of their educational experience. The presenters will provide practical tips and offer suggestions that can be helpful to you and your children as they move through their educational career.

Part Two welcomes Jennie Marble, MA CCC-SLP, Director of Integrated Pediatric Therapies with JCFS Chicago who will discuss Early Intervention resources and how to be your child’s best advocate during early development. We will focus on services for infants and children up to 3 years old, navigating the system, and tips to help you advocate for your child.

Part One: April 21st, 2026, 2pm on Zoom
Special Education Laws: An Overview for Parents, Guardians and Professionals
Attorneys Tracy Hartlieb and Cera Horste, HARTLIEB HORSTE & SANDELL, LLC

Part Two: April 22nd, 2026, 2pm on Zoom
Being Your Child’s Best Advocate: Early Intervention System and Resources
Jennie Marble, MA CCC-SLP, JCFS

This event is free and open to the public. 2 Hours of Continuing education credits are available for QIDP's.

Registration is required. Register today.

Or call Kathryn Dougherty at 773.765.3158 to register.

You will receive a Zoom link to participate via email the day prior to the session.

For help with registration, and for any accommodations, please contact Kathryn Dougherty.