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SUMMARY:Catch the College Wave
DESCRIPTION:Is your young adult thinking about college or technical school after graduation? Catch the College Wave is a half-day conference for high school students with disabilities who are interested in education after high school. This event is hosted by the Transition Services Liaison Project. \nStudents will: \n\nHear from college and technical college students with disabilities.\nMeet Disability and Accessibility Services Coordinators.\nLearn how accommodations work after high school.\nPractice self-advocacy and communication skills.\nExplore their college and technical school options.\n\nFall 2026 Events: \n\nOctober 2: Southeast Technical College\, Sioux Falls\nOctober 27: Northern State University\, Aberdeen\nOctober 28: Mitchell Technical College\, Mitchell\nDate to be announced: Western Dakota Technical College\, Rapid City\n\n  \nSouth Dakota Parent Connection will be there! Stop by our information table to meet our staff\, ask questions\, and pick up free resources to help students and families prepare for the transition to adulthood. \nPreparing for life after high school can bring many questions. Catch the College Wave gives students a chance to explore their options\, learn what to expect\, and build the skills they need to take a more active role in planning their future. \nLearn more about Catch the College Wave \n 
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/catch-the-college-wave/2026-10-02/
CATEGORIES:Resource Fair,Transition to Adulthood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T170000
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SUMMARY:Feria de Salud
DESCRIPTION:Join Avera Health for Feria de Salud\, a free health fair focused on the needs of the Latino community in the Sioux Falls area. This family-friendly event is open to people of all ages. No registration or health insurance is needed. \nMeet local organizations and learn about resources related to: \n\nHeart disease\nCancer\nDiabetes\nFlu vaccines\nMental health\nOther health needs\n\nFree services will include children’s vision\, hearing\, and developmental screenings; blood pressure checks; glucose testing; flu vaccines; and more. Refreshments will also be provided. \nSouth Dakota Parent Connection will be there! Stop by our table to meet our staff and learn about free information\, resources\, and support available to South Dakota families. \nCost: Free\nRegistration: No registration is required. \nLearn more about Feria de Salud
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/feria-de-salud/
LOCATION:Prairie Center — Avera McKennan\, 1000 E 23rd St\, Sioux Falls\, 57105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Resource Fair
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTSTAMP:20261001T035651
CREATED:20260825T150332Z
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SUMMARY:SoDakSACA Annual Conference\, Sioux Falls
DESCRIPTION:South Dakota Parent Connection is excited to be part of the 2026 SoDakSACA Annual Conference\, October 8–10 at the Sheraton Sioux Falls & Convention Center in Sioux Falls. \nThe annual conference brings together professionals who work with school-age children and youth in after-school and out-of-school programs. Attendees can take part in professional learning\, workshops\, and opportunities to connect with others from across South Dakota. \nSouth Dakota Parent Connection will present at the conference and host an information booth. Stop by to meet our staff\, ask questions\, and pick up free resources to help you support children\, youth\, and families. We look forward to sharing information about our services and ways professionals can connect families with support and resources. \nOctober 8–10\, 2026\nSheraton Sioux Falls & Convention Center\nSioux Falls\, South Dakota \nLearn more about the conference and registration through the SoDakSACA Annual Conference website.
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/sodaksaca-annual-conference-sioux-falls/
LOCATION:Sheraton Sioux Falls & Convention Center\, 1211 North West Avenue\, Sioux Falls\, 57104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educators,Professionals,Resource Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T171500
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CREATED:20260916T201504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T201653Z
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SUMMARY:Community Response to Child Abuse Conference\, Sioux Falls
DESCRIPTION:Join more than 500 professionals and community members from across South Dakota and the region at the 26th Annual Community Response to Child Abuse Conference. \nNational\, regional\, and local experts will share current information and best practices to help attendees better understand child abuse\, support children and families\, and strengthen community response efforts. The conference will include three general sessions\, more than 15 breakout sessions\, and over seven hours of continuing education opportunities. \nThis conference may be helpful for: \n\nMedical and dental providers\nNurses\nEducators and counselors\nSocial workers\nBehavioral health professionals\nLaw enforcement and legal professionals\nCommunity advocates\nStudents\nBusiness and community leaders\n\n  \nThe conference is hosted by the South Dakota Unified Judicial System\, Sanford Health-Child’s Voice\, and the Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment. \nSouth Dakota Parent Connection will be there. Plan to stop by our table to meet our staff and learn about the information\, resources\, and support we provide to South Dakota families and professionals. \nLearn more and register for the conference \n 
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/community-response-to-child-abuse-conference-sioux-falls/
LOCATION:Sioux Falls Convention Center\, 1201 N West Avenue\, Sioux Falls\, 57104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Caregivers,Resource Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T150812Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Together: The IEP Journey Series
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays October 8–November 5\, 20267:00–8:00 p.m. Central Time6:00–7:00 p.m. Mountain TimeOnline through Zoom\nUnderstanding the IEP process can feel overwhelming. You do not have to figure it out alone! \nJoin South Dakota Parent Connection for a five-week online learning series for parents and families of children with disabilities. Each week\, participants will watch a short\, on-demand session and then join a live Zoom discussion hosted by South Dakota Parent Connection. \nDuring the live discussions\, you can: \n\nTalk about what you learned.\nAsk questions.\nHear ideas from other families.\nReceive helpful information you can use when working with your child’s IEP team.\n\nJoin One or Join Them All! \n\n\nOctober 8\, 2026: Understanding Special Education Evaluation and Reevaluation\n\n\n\nOctober 15\, 2026: Qualifying for an IEP\n\n\n\nOctober 22\, 2026: Introduction to the IEP and Present Levels\n\n\n\nOctober 29\, 2026: Special Factors\, Goals & Objectives\, Services and Supports\n\n\n\nNovember 5\, 2026: Least Restrictive Environment\n\n\nAttend all five weeks or choose the sessions that interest you most. Participants who attend all five live discussions will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card. \nReady to Register! \nQuestions? Contact South Dakota Parent Connection at (605) 361-3171. \n 
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/learning-together-the-iep-journey-series/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, SD
CATEGORIES:IEP,Parent Education,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="South Dakota Parent Connection":MAILTO:sdpc@sdparent.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
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SUMMARY:SD RehabACTion Conference Fall Conference\, Deadwood
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 SDRehabACTion Fall Conference brings together people who support the vocational rehabilitation and employment needs of South Dakotans with disabilities. \nSDRehabACTion includes vocational rehabilitation professionals\, employment specialists\, educators\, counselors\, therapists\, families\, people with disabilities\, businesses\, and other community partners. The conference offers opportunities to learn\, share resources\, and connect with others working to help people with disabilities prepare for\, find\, and keep meaningful employment. \nIf you are attending\, stop by our table to meet South Dakota Parent Connection staff and learn about the free information\, resources\, and support we provide to South Dakota families and professionals. \nLearn more about the 2026 Fall Conference
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/sdrehabaction-conference-fall-conference-deadwood/
LOCATION:Deadwood Lodge\, 100 Pine Crest Dr\, Deadwood\, 57732\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Professionals,Resource Fair
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
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CREATED:20260916T204841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T204841Z
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SUMMARY:Dakotas AER Annual Conference\, Aberdeen
DESCRIPTION:The Dakotas Chapter of the Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER) invites professionals and others who support people who are blind or have low vision to its 2026 Annual Conference. \n“Fall into L’aer’ning” will offer opportunities for attendees to learn\, connect\, and share ideas that can help children and adults who are blind or visually impaired. The conference may be helpful for educators\, rehabilitation professionals\, service providers\, families\, and others interested in supporting independence and success. \nSouth Dakota Parent Connection will be there! If you are attending\, stop by our table to meet our staff and learn about the free information\, resources\, and support available to South Dakota families and professionals. \nView the conference announcement
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/dakotas-aer-annual-conference-aberdeen/
LOCATION:South Dakota School For the Blind and Visually Impaired\, 605 14th Avenue SE\, Aberdeen\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blind/Visually Impaired,Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T200000
DTSTAMP:20261001T035651
CREATED:20260916T171024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T150812Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Together: The IEP Journey Series
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays October 8–November 5\, 20267:00–8:00 p.m. Central Time6:00–7:00 p.m. Mountain TimeOnline through Zoom\nUnderstanding the IEP process can feel overwhelming. You do not have to figure it out alone! \nJoin South Dakota Parent Connection for a five-week online learning series for parents and families of children with disabilities. Each week\, participants will watch a short\, on-demand session and then join a live Zoom discussion hosted by South Dakota Parent Connection. \nDuring the live discussions\, you can: \n\nTalk about what you learned.\nAsk questions.\nHear ideas from other families.\nReceive helpful information you can use when working with your child’s IEP team.\n\nJoin One or Join Them All! \n\n\nOctober 8\, 2026: Understanding Special Education Evaluation and Reevaluation\n\n\n\nOctober 15\, 2026: Qualifying for an IEP\n\n\n\nOctober 22\, 2026: Introduction to the IEP and Present Levels\n\n\n\nOctober 29\, 2026: Special Factors\, Goals & Objectives\, Services and Supports\n\n\n\nNovember 5\, 2026: Least Restrictive Environment\n\n\nAttend all five weeks or choose the sessions that interest you most. Participants who attend all five live discussions will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card. \nReady to Register! \nQuestions? Contact South Dakota Parent Connection at (605) 361-3171. \n 
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/learning-together-the-iep-journey-series/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, SD
CATEGORIES:IEP,Parent Education,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="South Dakota Parent Connection":MAILTO:sdpc@sdparent.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T200000
DTSTAMP:20261001T035651
CREATED:20260916T171024Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Together: The IEP Journey Series
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays October 8–November 5\, 20267:00–8:00 p.m. Central Time6:00–7:00 p.m. Mountain TimeOnline through Zoom\nUnderstanding the IEP process can feel overwhelming. You do not have to figure it out alone! \nJoin South Dakota Parent Connection for a five-week online learning series for parents and families of children with disabilities. Each week\, participants will watch a short\, on-demand session and then join a live Zoom discussion hosted by South Dakota Parent Connection. \nDuring the live discussions\, you can: \n\nTalk about what you learned.\nAsk questions.\nHear ideas from other families.\nReceive helpful information you can use when working with your child’s IEP team.\n\nJoin One or Join Them All! \n\n\nOctober 8\, 2026: Understanding Special Education Evaluation and Reevaluation\n\n\n\nOctober 15\, 2026: Qualifying for an IEP\n\n\n\nOctober 22\, 2026: Introduction to the IEP and Present Levels\n\n\n\nOctober 29\, 2026: Special Factors\, Goals & Objectives\, Services and Supports\n\n\n\nNovember 5\, 2026: Least Restrictive Environment\n\n\nAttend all five weeks or choose the sessions that interest you most. Participants who attend all five live discussions will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card. \nReady to Register! \nQuestions? Contact South Dakota Parent Connection at (605) 361-3171. \n 
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/learning-together-the-iep-journey-series/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, SD
CATEGORIES:IEP,Parent Education,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="South Dakota Parent Connection":MAILTO:sdpc@sdparent.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T123000
DTSTAMP:20261001T035651
CREATED:20260916T193718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T200015Z
UID:10001547-1793089800-1793104200@sdparent.org
SUMMARY:Catch the College Wave
DESCRIPTION:Is your young adult thinking about college or technical school after graduation? Catch the College Wave is a half-day conference for high school students with disabilities who are interested in education after high school. This event is hosted by the Transition Services Liaison Project. \nStudents will: \n\nHear from college and technical college students with disabilities.\nMeet Disability and Accessibility Services Coordinators.\nLearn how accommodations work after high school.\nPractice self-advocacy and communication skills.\nExplore their college and technical school options.\n\nFall 2026 Events: \n\nOctober 2: Southeast Technical College\, Sioux Falls\nOctober 27: Northern State University\, Aberdeen\nOctober 28: Mitchell Technical College\, Mitchell\nDate to be announced: Western Dakota Technical College\, Rapid City\n\n  \nSouth Dakota Parent Connection will be there! Stop by our information table to meet our staff\, ask questions\, and pick up free resources to help students and families prepare for the transition to adulthood. \nPreparing for life after high school can bring many questions. Catch the College Wave gives students a chance to explore their options\, learn what to expect\, and build the skills they need to take a more active role in planning their future. \nLearn more about Catch the College Wave \n 
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/catch-the-college-wave/2026-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Resource Fair,Transition to Adulthood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T123000
DTSTAMP:20261001T035651
CREATED:20260916T193718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T200015Z
UID:10001548-1793176200-1793190600@sdparent.org
SUMMARY:Catch the College Wave
DESCRIPTION:Is your young adult thinking about college or technical school after graduation? Catch the College Wave is a half-day conference for high school students with disabilities who are interested in education after high school. This event is hosted by the Transition Services Liaison Project. \nStudents will: \n\nHear from college and technical college students with disabilities.\nMeet Disability and Accessibility Services Coordinators.\nLearn how accommodations work after high school.\nPractice self-advocacy and communication skills.\nExplore their college and technical school options.\n\nFall 2026 Events: \n\nOctober 2: Southeast Technical College\, Sioux Falls\nOctober 27: Northern State University\, Aberdeen\nOctober 28: Mitchell Technical College\, Mitchell\nDate to be announced: Western Dakota Technical College\, Rapid City\n\n  \nSouth Dakota Parent Connection will be there! Stop by our information table to meet our staff\, ask questions\, and pick up free resources to help students and families prepare for the transition to adulthood. \nPreparing for life after high school can bring many questions. Catch the College Wave gives students a chance to explore their options\, learn what to expect\, and build the skills they need to take a more active role in planning their future. \nLearn more about Catch the College Wave \n 
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/catch-the-college-wave/2026-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Resource Fair,Transition to Adulthood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T200000
DTSTAMP:20261001T035651
CREATED:20260916T171024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T150812Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Together: The IEP Journey Series
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays October 8–November 5\, 20267:00–8:00 p.m. Central Time6:00–7:00 p.m. Mountain TimeOnline through Zoom\nUnderstanding the IEP process can feel overwhelming. You do not have to figure it out alone! \nJoin South Dakota Parent Connection for a five-week online learning series for parents and families of children with disabilities. Each week\, participants will watch a short\, on-demand session and then join a live Zoom discussion hosted by South Dakota Parent Connection. \nDuring the live discussions\, you can: \n\nTalk about what you learned.\nAsk questions.\nHear ideas from other families.\nReceive helpful information you can use when working with your child’s IEP team.\n\nJoin One or Join Them All! \n\n\nOctober 8\, 2026: Understanding Special Education Evaluation and Reevaluation\n\n\n\nOctober 15\, 2026: Qualifying for an IEP\n\n\n\nOctober 22\, 2026: Introduction to the IEP and Present Levels\n\n\n\nOctober 29\, 2026: Special Factors\, Goals & Objectives\, Services and Supports\n\n\n\nNovember 5\, 2026: Least Restrictive Environment\n\n\nAttend all five weeks or choose the sessions that interest you most. Participants who attend all five live discussions will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card. \nReady to Register! \nQuestions? Contact South Dakota Parent Connection at (605) 361-3171. \n 
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/learning-together-the-iep-journey-series/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, SD
CATEGORIES:IEP,Parent Education,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="South Dakota Parent Connection":MAILTO:sdpc@sdparent.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T200000
DTSTAMP:20261001T035651
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T150812Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Together: The IEP Journey Series
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays October 8–November 5\, 20267:00–8:00 p.m. Central Time6:00–7:00 p.m. Mountain TimeOnline through Zoom\nUnderstanding the IEP process can feel overwhelming. You do not have to figure it out alone! \nJoin South Dakota Parent Connection for a five-week online learning series for parents and families of children with disabilities. Each week\, participants will watch a short\, on-demand session and then join a live Zoom discussion hosted by South Dakota Parent Connection. \nDuring the live discussions\, you can: \n\nTalk about what you learned.\nAsk questions.\nHear ideas from other families.\nReceive helpful information you can use when working with your child’s IEP team.\n\nJoin One or Join Them All! \n\n\nOctober 8\, 2026: Understanding Special Education Evaluation and Reevaluation\n\n\n\nOctober 15\, 2026: Qualifying for an IEP\n\n\n\nOctober 22\, 2026: Introduction to the IEP and Present Levels\n\n\n\nOctober 29\, 2026: Special Factors\, Goals & Objectives\, Services and Supports\n\n\n\nNovember 5\, 2026: Least Restrictive Environment\n\n\nAttend all five weeks or choose the sessions that interest you most. Participants who attend all five live discussions will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card. \nReady to Register! \nQuestions? Contact South Dakota Parent Connection at (605) 361-3171. \n 
URL:https://sdparent.org/event/learning-together-the-iep-journey-series/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, SD
CATEGORIES:IEP,Parent Education,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="South Dakota Parent Connection":MAILTO:sdpc@sdparent.org
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