Educational Surrogate Parent (ESP) Training
Schedule
Mon May 11 2026 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Jeffco Public Schools - Colorado | Golden, CO
What is an Educational Surrogate Parent?
An ESP is a trained volunteer representing a student with disabilities in educational decisions when the student does not have a parent or guardian to protect their interests in the special education process. They protect the child’s educational rights and assist the school in fulfilling its legal obligation to provide a free, appropriate public education to the child.
Who is this training for?
Guardians Ad Litem, Foster Parents, Court-Appointed, Special Advocates, Retired Educators, Graduate Students, Community Volunteers, Child Welfare Education Liaisons,
or any individuals passionate about helping students
This training is designed to provide participants with an understanding of:
- The requirements for the assignment of an Educational Surrogate Parent (ESP)
for students in need
- The special education process and how to be involved
- What to expect in the IEP process
- How to participate in the educational planning for a student
This is an in person training at:
Jeffco Schools Ed Center
1829 Denver West Dr.
Bldg 27, Conference Rm 4E
Golden, Colorado
Translation available upon request at registration
Register: https://bit.ly/48mAL3W
PDF English: https://bit.ly/4czAmh0
PDF Spanish:https://bit.ly/4cC5egU
Where is it happening?
Jeffco Public Schools - Colorado, 1829 Denver West Dr, Golden, CO 80401-3120, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:

















