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Events and Programs

Below are various workshops, programs, events, & meetings available for families with children enrolled in Special Education.

State Task Force

Monthly Meetings, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Zoom

This link provides the schedule for meetings for the State Task Force. All meetings are virtual and a recording of each meeting will be posted on the PaTTAN website.  The State Task Force, along with local task forces, serves to identify ways to improve programs and services for students with disabilities in Pennsylvania.

Local Task Force 13: Lancaster Lebanon

Bi-Monthly Meetings, Times Vary, Zoom & In-Person

These free meetings are a collaboration among parents of children with special needs and the school and agencies who serve them. They are held bi-monthly at various locations and at various times. More information can be found here.

PEAL Center: PEAL Pathways to Adulting - Transition Coaching Pods

Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 10, 17, 24- 6 -7 p.m.

Small virtual groups meetings that will lay the foundation for personal development, advocacy, and employment readiness for youth in Southwestern PA ages 14-22. More information can be found here.

Local Task Force 13: Options for Summer Camp

March 9, 2026 - 10-11:30 a.m.

A FREE panel discussion about summer camps in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties that support children with disabilities. The Panel will include representatives from Aaron’s Acres, Camp Pennwood, HandiCamp, Scouting America, Camp Kirchenwald, and VisionCorps. Get more information here.

PEAL Center: Spring 2026 Philadelphia Family Leadership Institute

March 13, 2026, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

For parents and caregivers of children and young people with disabilities and special healthcare needs to develop an understanding of healthcare, education, and disability policies. Get more information here.

PEAL Center: Spring 2026 Virtual Family Leadership Institute

March 17, 2026, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

For parents and caregivers of children and young people with disabilities and special healthcare needs to develop an understanding of healthcare, education, and disability policies. Get more information here.