Name: (In-Person) The Bridge to Belonging: Building True Partnerships in Our Child's Early Years
Start: 2026-05-20T08:30:00-0400
End: 2026-05-20T10:00:00-0400

(In-Person) The Bridge to Belonging: Building True Partnerships in Our Child's Early Years

Wednesday May 20, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am EDT

Bellflower

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You are your child’s first teacher and their strongest advocate. This workshop is designed for families to explore how we can work together to ensure your child doesn't just attend school, but truly belongs. Explore the definition of inclusion, what it looks like for families, and how to work hand in hand with educators and providers. Walk away with key information to make confident decisions and to advocate for your child.
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Speakers

Kathleen Gibson

Early Childhood Specialist, Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center

As PEATC's Early Childhood Specialist, Kathleen Gibson helps empower families of young children with disabilities across Virginia with the knowledge and tools to be successful advocates. With over ten years of experience in disability and special education, she emphasizes the importance... Read More →

Erin Reisdorf

Education and Community engagement coordinator, Parent Network of WNY

Erin is a dedicated professional at Parent Network of WNY, where she has spent the last five years empowering families to navigate complex systems. As a parent of two boys—one with Level 2 Autism and severe ADHD, and one with ADHD—she blends her professional expertise with deep personal experience. Erin is driven by a passion for adv... Read More →

Wednesday May 20, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Bellflower

Concurrent, Learning/natural environments (e.g. home or classroom)

Age Group 3-5, Pre-K-3rd Grade
Audience Family or Family Advocate
Information Level Appropriate for all levels
Format In-Person

2026 International Early Childhood Inclusion Institute

Kathleen Gibson

Erin Reisdorf

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2026 International Early Childhood Inclusion Institute

Kathleen Gibson

Erin Reisdorf

Attendees (9)

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