January 2025 TOPAA ConFab - Empowering Parents and Professionals

SAVE THE DATE to Attend the first TOPAA training ConFab of 2025- Empowering Parents and Professionals!

Join us via Zoom from the Disability Rights Texas headquarters in Austin, TX, for a half-day filled with learning, networking, and fun. This HYBRID event is a great opportunity to network with fellow professionals in the field and enhance your skills.

The Disability Rights Texas headquarters is located at 2222 West Braker Lane; Austin, Texas 78758.

Secure your spot at TOPAA's training workshop to get access to exceptional training and networking. Immerse yourself in a day of unparalleled learning and networking opportunities. In-Person and Virtual tickets are offered with a suggested pay-what-you-can donation - the minimum donation is $1.00.

Your attendance not only enriches your professional and personal growth but also contributes to the collective success of our community.

Our expert speakers will cover the range of topics below related to advocacy and education in Texas, plus we'll discuss the current legal landscape, our legislation forecast, and TEA rulemaking.

Here is the agenda:

09:00-09:15AM- Opening Remarks, TOPAA Info/Purpose -Lou Geigerman

09:15-10:00AM- ARD Toolbox- When the School Says No - 15 Options -Lou Geigerman and David Beinke

**1st 10 minute Break

10:20 -11:15AM- Services Beyond ARD - TWC, LIDDA's, MHA, CRCG, HHSC RTC Project

**2nd 10 minute Break

11:30 -12:25PM- Behavior/Discipline Framework -Fernando de Urioste

12:30 -12:55PM- Discipline Toolbox - MDR, DAEP Flowcharts

**1:00PM Wrap Up

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. Grab your ticket, connect with us, and help TOPAA be a catalyst for educational excellence.

In-person and Zoom tickets may be used interchangeably in case your plans suddenly change.

Host or Publisher Texas Organization of Parent Attorneys and Advocates