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Leading for Inclusion:
A Transformational Convening

Join leadership teams for two immersive days of strategy, alignment, and action to strengthen belonging-centered schools.

This convening is designed for district and school leaders who are ready to move beyond dialogue and into sustainable systems change — particularly for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and Black students with disabilities.

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Upcoming Community Events

Washington

  • The PROGRESS Conference PLC for Attendees
    TBD -Virtual

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Family & Community Engagement (PTSA Partners)
ASWR is facilitating regional PTSA partnership sessions—designed specifically for PTSA leaders to help shape what inclusive practices look like across Washington.

These 90-minute virtual sessions elevate family voice, surface shared priorities, and directly inform statewide strategies and resources.

Upcoming Sessions:
Wednesday, May 20 | 5:30–7:00 PM

Reserve your spot and represent your PTSA in shaping what’s next →
Now is the time to ensure your voice is part of what comes next.

Register

Family & Community Engagement (Students, Families & Community Members)
ASWR is hosting regional engagement sessions—creating space for students, families, and community members to share experiences, elevate priorities, and help shape more inclusive practices across Washington.

These 90-minute virtual sessions are designed to center community voice, strengthen connection, and ensure lived experiences directly inform statewide strategies and resources.

Upcoming Sessions:

  • Virtual, Student-focused on Wednesday May 20 at 4pm PST 

  • Virtual, Parent-focused on Friday May 22 at 12pm PST 

  • Virtual, Student+Parent-focused on Saturday, June 13 at 12pm PST 

  • Virtual, Student+Parent-focused on Sunday, June 14 at 3pm PST  

    Join a session and help shape what’s next for students and families →
    Now is the time to ensure your voice is part of what comes next.

    Register

  • Seattle Community Connections Fair Co-Hosted with Hamlin Robinson School Learning Center
    Fall 2026 TBD

    More Details Coming Soon!

  • Summer Search Seattle Substance Use Prevention Program Workshops for students K-12
    TBD- Spring/ Fall 2026

    More Details Coming Soon!

  • OSPI Institutional Education Annual Conference
    Confluence Technology Center, Wenatchee, WA
    May 7–8
    For educators and administrators supporting students in institutional education settings across Washington.

    More Details Coming Soon!

  • The Call In
    Tuesdays at 4 PM & Wednesdays at 7:30 AM
    Free 30-minute sessions for WA educators, families, and community partners. Confidential space, practical tools, and strategies for inclusion.

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  • Leading for Inclusion: A Transformational Convening
    2 Day Series | Puget Sound Educational Service District Region, Renton WA
    May 12 and August 11 | 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
    District and building leaders committed to strengthening inclusionary practices for learners with disabilities—particularly students with intellectual and developmental disabilities and Black students with disabilities—and inclusive leaders of all identities, including leaders of color.

    Register

  • Leading for Inclusion: A Transformational Convening
    2 Day Series | ESD 123 Region, Pasco WA
    May 15 and August 14 | 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
    District and building leaders committed to strengthening inclusionary practices for learners with disabilities—particularly students with intellectual and developmental disabilities and Black students with disabilities—and inclusive leaders of all identities, including leaders of color.

    Register

  • Roots to Wings Spotlight Lunch Featuring And Still We Rise
    May 18 | 12 PM - 1 PM

    More Details Coming Soon!

  • 2026 Integrated MTSS Conference
    July 28-30 | Wenatchee, WA

    More Details Coming Soon!

  • Virtual Statewide Learning Series:  Learning to Launch: Implementation & Planning
    Office Hours: Tuesday, August 18 @ 9:00 - 10:30 AM
    Office Hour #1: Wednesday,     August 19 @ 7:30–8:15 AM | Office Hour #2: Thursday, August 20 @ 3:30–4:15 PM

    More Details Coming Soon!

Massachusetts

  • Workforce Training Fund Express Program
    Lead the Change: A 9-Session Series to Build Inclusive Teams and Transform Workplace Culture
    This live virtual leadership program helps organizations strengthen leadership capacity, improve team collaboration, and build healthier workplace cultures. The program includes 9 interactive sessions (2 hours each) focused on practical tools leaders can apply immediately.

    Check Workforce Grant Training Eligibility

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