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COPAA Protects the Legal and Civil Rights of Students with Disabilities and their Families Nationwide
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🎆Happy New Year, COPAA Community! 
Here’s to an exciting 2026 filled with advocacy, learning, and connection. 
We can’t wait to embark on this journey together and see all we’ll achieve.
Let’s make this year unforgettable! 
#COPAA2026
January 1, 2026 at 4:59 AM
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Únete a Hablemos de Educación Especial de COPAA, un encuentro virtual por Zoom en español, facilitado por Daysi O, Coordinadora de Participación Intercultural y de Español de COPAA, el martes 6 de enero a la 1:00 p. m. (hora del Este).
🔗learn.copaa.org/products/hablemos-de-educacion-especial-espanol
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December 29, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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Only 65 days left until the conference! 
Don’t let finances hold you back, apply for the Beth Goodman Scholarship or our Registration Fee Discount.
 Let's advocate together! 
Learn more & apply today! 

#COPAA2026 #Advocacy #Scholarships #IEP
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December 29, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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The COPAA NavigateED Podcast, Season 1, is now available on both YouTube and Spotify.
YouTube - youtube.com/@copaaorg?si...
Spotify - open.spotify.com/show/5cU9LAf...

Don't miss out, tune in today!
#COPAANavigateED #Podcast
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December 27, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Happy Holidays from Denise Marshall, CEO of COPAA!
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season. We’re grateful for your support as we continue this important mission.
#COPAA #HappyHolidays #2025
December 25, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Happy Holidays from Chaunta Tsegaye, COPAA Board member and Social and Racial Equity Committee (SREC) co-chair! 
Wishing you joy and rest this holiday season.

#COPAA #HappyHolidays
December 25, 2025 at 3:30 AM
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¡Felices Fiestas de parte de Daysi Ortiz, Coordinadora de Participación Intercultural y Lingüística de COPAA!
#COPAA #FelicesFiestas #Español
December 24, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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Happy Holidays from Sandy Shove of Epic Advocacy and Consulting in Santa Barbara, California!
#COPAA #HappyHolidays
December 24, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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Happy Holidays from all of us at COPAA!

We’re grateful for our students, families, advocates, allied professionals, and attorneys.

Thank you for letting us be part of your journey.

Wishing you warmth, joy, and time with loved ones.

#COPAA #HappyHolidays
#COPAACommunity #COPAATeam
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December 24, 2025 at 4:21 AM
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Huge thanks to Colorado's Governor Jared Polis for signing a proclamation in celebration of IDEA!
We're grateful for this recognition and its positive impact on our community.
Special shoutout to Courtney Hanson for her support!
#IDEA #Colorado #Gratitude
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December 24, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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These hotel hallways are alive w/dynamic discussions among parents, students, staff, advocates, & attorneys.
Together, let's LEARN, CONNECT, & ADVOCATE for change.
Your voice matters!
Register now: www.copaa.org/page/2026-conference-register #COPAA2026 #AdvocacyInAction
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December 23, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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Hear from Lucia Frohling, COPAA's State and Local Policy Coordinator, as she shares her passion for supporting COPAA's mission and why she chooses to give.  
Donate today: https://www.copaa.org/donations/donate.asp?id=6320
#COPAA #CommunitySupport #DonateNow #WhyIGive
December 23, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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Challenging Federal Government Impunity. The Case of Disability Law.
Tools for holding the feds accountable for disability discrimination.

www.bu.edu/bulawreview/...
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December 22, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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MA @SenatorCynthiaCreem files bill to create a state database tracking SPED services, aimed at exposing inequities & improving accountability across districts. Transparency = stronger support for students. 

👉 https://www.newtonbeacon.org/33690-2/

 #SpecialEd #IDEA #EducationEquity #Massachusetts
Creem files legislation for database to monitor quality of special education in districts - Newton Beacon
A proposed bill on Beacon Hill sponsored by Newton’s state senator would require the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to publish more detailed student data each year, with a particular focus on special [...]
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December 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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Wisconsin State Rep. Cruz introduces the Keep Our Promise bill to boost state reimbursement for SPED costs—aiming to ease burdens on local districts & ensure equity for students w/disabilities.
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#SPED #IDEA #Wisconsin
Rep. Cruz: Introduces "Keep Our Promise" on special education reimbursement
Representative Angelina Cruz (D-Racine)  introduces “Keep Our Promise” legislation on special education reimbursement. RACINE — Representative Angelina Cruz (D–Racine), a long-time public school teach...
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December 20, 2025 at 11:46 PM
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Don’t forget to book your stay at the Crystal Gateway Marriott for the upcoming conference!

Secure your room now to ensure a smooth stay.
👉https://book.passkey.com/event/51057962/owner/1487/home
We can't wait to see you!

#COPAA #COPAA2026
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December 20, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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75 days left till we all CONNECT for an impactful experience.
Don't miss out!
- Book your hotel: book.passkey.com/event/510579...
- Register for Hill Day: www.copaa.org/page/2026-co...
- Join our Bootcamp and Conference!
Register now: www.copaa.org/page/2026-co...

#COPAA2026
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December 20, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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Ford Foundation video on the Life and Legacy of Judy Heumann, a disabled woman who forged her own path, insisted on equality, and led others to do the same.

🔗dredf.org/ford-foundation-releases-video-on-life-and-legacy-of-judy-heumann
December 19, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Conozca a Daysi Ortiz, Coordinadora de Participación Intercultural y en Español de COPAA.
Acceso al idioma y relevancia cultural.
Contacto: daysi@copaa.org
#COPAA #Español
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December 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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New report from NASEM: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) should be recognized as a long-term health condition. It emphasizes ongoing support for recovery and highlights personal stories that reflect TBI's lasting impacts.
#TBI #HealthCare

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Examining Traumatic Brain Injury as a Chronic Condition: A Workshop
While many people who sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI) recover within weeks or months of their injury, others experience long-term symptoms and disabilities. This public workshop will explore th...
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December 18, 2025 at 12:28 AM
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Join us TONIGHT at 9 PM ET for Advocate Late Nite with David & Cynthia! Don't miss Cynthia Moore's discussion on "Advocacy Without Apology" & how to fight LGBTQIA+ discrimination in schools.
#AdvocateLateNite #LGBTQIA
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December 17, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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⚠️ Congress’s deal reopens govt & reinstates 121 OSERS staff fired in Oct critical for overseeing IDEA & supporting students w/ disabilities.
But protection may vanish after Jan 30.

Read the full NPR report here: www.npr.org/2025/11/13/n...

#IDEA #EducationEquity #Shutdown #OSERS
Federal special education staff may get their jobs back. But for how long?
A new deal to end the government shutdown may briefly restore staff to U.S. Education Department offices that had been gutted by layoffs.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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Join Us For The Last Parent Meeting Of 2025!

Amy Bonn will lead a presentation on Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) for COPAA Parent Members.
This free members-only event is brought to you by COPAA's Parent Committee.

Registration: learn.copaa.org/p/parentmeet...
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates: Parent Meetings 2025 - Free for COPAA Members (Members-Only Event)
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December 15, 2025 at 10:17 PM
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Check out this insightful article on the importance of civil rights protections for LRE and on effective strategies to increase success.
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#ProtectIDEA
Achieving IDEA's Promise Through Systems, Not Labels
Superintendent shares how IDEA implementation and inclusive practices raised graduation rates from lowest to 98%.
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December 15, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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Join Amy Bonn, Esq. as she leads a presentation on the Manifestation Determination Review (MDR)on Monday, Dec 15, at 6 PM/ET at the COPAA Parent Committee.
Members ONLY -members.www.copaa.org/page/joinus

Registration learn.copaa.org/p/parentmeeting2025

#COPAA #ParentCommittee #MDR
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December 14, 2025 at 12:53 PM