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Lighting the Way Autism Conference

Augustana University, Fryxell Humanities Center 2120 South Grange Avenue, Sioux Falls

  South Dakota Parent Connection is proud to co-sponsor the 17th Annual Lighting the Way Autism Conference, a two-day event focused on supporting individuals with autism and those who care for […]

Families Together Support Group

Virtual Event SD

South Dakota Parent Connection is happy to offer this virtual statewide support group for parents and guardians of children, youth, and young adults with disabilities. This group is a safe and […]

Transition Summer Institute 2026

The Transition Summer Institute is a training event for people who help students with disabilities prepare for life after high school. Teachers, school staff, Vocational Rehabilitation counselors, adult service providers, […]

Featured Resource

This 5-part, on-demand learning series helps professionals understand the transition-to-adulthood process so they can clearly explain the IEP transition plan, answer questions, and guide families and youth as they prepare for the future. Participants will learn about transition planning, assessments, services, and activities that build readiness for adulthood, and ways to support youth in developing self-advocacy skills.

Each session is practical, easy to follow, and designed to provide tools professionals can use right away. Participants who complete all training requirements will earn 1 Continuing Education contact hour.