The primary objective of The Pacific Northwest Institute on Special Education and the Law is to foster alignment and unity amongst parents, educators, and everyone in between: with the collective responsibility to ensure that students with disabilities are protected and offered a free and appropriate public education. Our goal is to ignite curiosity and foster collaboration, bringing together every champion of education to help move our communities forward.
Join us as we come together to uphold the rights of students with disabilities and shape a more inclusive future for all. Check your inbox for announcements related to this year’s event and watch this space for updated agendas and logistical information!
What Can I Expect?
- Educational sessions will, as always, feature nationally recognized speakers addressing current issues in SPED.
- Empirical and practical studies of special education and general education law.
- Earn clock hours/CLE credits at no additional fee.
- Connect with education and legal professionals from across the region.
Who will benefit?
- Educators
- Parents
- School Psychologists
- Special Education Directors
- Attorneys
- Administrative Law Judges
- Principals
- Special Education Advocacy Groups
- Education Administrators
Institute highlights include:
- Pre-Institute Mini-Courses
Pre-institute mini-courses will provide an in-depth view of special education law applicable in public schools. - Workshops
Unique workshops will be conducted on current issues in special education. - General Sessions
Respected experts will discuss timely issues during general sessions. - For Attorneys
Keep current on legal issues related to special education; connect with school districts and educators; earn CLE credit hours in ethics.
Why register?
- Learn from special education professionals from around the country.
- Stay current on recent legal decisions and interpretations of special education law and litigation.
- Expand your knowledge on emerging legal issues and trends.
- Earn clock hours and/or CLE credits.