Welcome to October at FACT Oregon!

As we welcome the transition between seasons, we recognize a transition at FACT Oregon as well. It is with gratitude for her time at FACT Oregon that we say goodbye to Roberta Dunn as Executive Director at the end of October and welcome Christy Reese as Interim Executive Director. Read more about this transition here. 
In This Edition:

  • Upcoming Trainings
  • Announcements from FACT Oregon
  • Covid-19 and Special Education Services virtual Summit!
  • Up For Discussion
  • On-Demand Trainings
FACT Oregon’s commitment to empowering families and transforming disability does not waver as we navigate this transition. We’re so excited to host our “Covid-19 and Special Education Services Virtual Summit” on October 23rd... and you won’t want to miss it! Staff from the Oregon Department of Education are joining us to help you understand recovery services and address behavior needs during this time of great transition. We’ll help you get the most out of your IEP meetings and know what you can do when you reach a difficult fork in the road. The day is chock full of incredible information and resources as students return to school. 

We are also thrilled to welcome the first cohort of Emerging Parent Leaders to our e3: Activating Your Advocacy Parent Leadership series! We were blown away at the interest in this program and inspired by how many parents want to grow their advocacy and leadership! If you applied but haven’t heard from us yet, be sure to check your email and spam folder or reach out to us at e3@factoregon.org.

As always, thank you for being in community with us.

The Board and Staff of FACT Oregon
Virtual Summit
Covid - 19 and Special Education Recovery Services: What you Need to Know!
October 23, 9am - 1pm

With the start of the 21-22 school year, parents might be looking back at the last 18 months of education and wonder, “Now what?”. During this training participants will
learn the importance of setting a positive trajectory for returning to school with new and changing COVID regulations, be introduced to the temporary Individualized COVID-19 Recovery Services rule adopted in Oregon and have opportunity to examine strategies to prepare for your child’s IEP meeting to discuss Covid recovery services. 
Announcements

Important message from FACT Oregon: Christy Reese to be Interim Director as Roberta Dunn Departs. Read more here!
All Ability Tri4Youth Event!
We were blown away by the amazing photos and videos you shared from our 2021 Virtual All Ability Tri4Youth! A big thank you to the more than 200 families who participated this year from across the state! And a huge shout out to our amazing sponsors; Nike Community Impact Fund, The Standard, On Point Community Credit Union, Minuteman Press, Anderson Painting, and Palladio Consulting. We couldn't do it without you! Watch our event video and check out the photo album with the links below!
On Demand Trainings
Don't forget to check out the "On-Demand" trainings page on our website!
Learn in your own time, at your own pace!
On Demand Trainings
Back to School
The Oregon Department of Education is working hard to make a safe and engaging environment for students who are returning to in person learning! Learn more about the Safe and Ready schools program in Oregon using the link below and don't miss FACT Oregons Covid 19 and Special Education Recovery Services Virtual Summit on October 23rd!
Up For Discussion!
Articles, videos, and podcasts to spark conversations with your friends and family!
National Disability Employment Awareness Month!

How can you get involved in advocating and educating others on the importance of Employment for individuals with disabilities? Read more here!
Disability and Work:
Lets Stop Wasting Talent

In this video Hannah Barham-Brown explains that people with disabilities are an asset more employers need to utilize. She shares that representation matters, empathy matters, and how individuals with disabilities are worthy of full, whole lives and the jobs of their dreams.
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