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IEP Meetings: Strategies to Increase Parent Participation & Engagement - RTAP Series
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Event Description
IEP Meetings: Strategies to Increase Parent Participation & Engagement
Learn what
parent engagement
means and why it matters for student success.
Understand
Oregon’s accountability framework
and requirements for meaningful parent participation in IEP and placement meetings.
Explore how to
create welcoming school environments
that build trust and belonging.
Identify
barriers and pitfalls
that limit family participation, and discover strategies to overcome them.
Review engagement approaches for both
large and small districts
, including communication tools, inclusive practices, and personalized outreach.
Access
practical strategies
such as student-led IEPs, goal-setting, workshops, and home learning supports.
Strengthen collaboration through
multilingual communication, family input tools, and parent leadership opportunities
.
Apply key takeaways: empower parent voice, address barriers, start early, and prioritize ongoing communication.
Explore
resources from ODE and partners
(FACT Oregon, CODSN, IRIS Center) to support continued learning and implementation.
Upon registering, you will gain access to the training resources from the Oregon Department of Education for this designated topic to review on your own time.
These materials are self-paced and non-PDU-earning. Registrants can gain initial access to this material through June 12, 2026. Should you have questions or need technical assistance on this topic, please reach out to the event contact. You can find all past RTAP training material on our website:
NWRESD K-12 Special Education Professional Learning & Coaching.
Please Note:
These materials are available for download for school staff in the NWRESD region, which would include school district employees in Columbia, Clatsop, Tillamook, or Washington counties. If you are outside of our region, please connect with your local RTAP to gain access to these materials:
Regional RTAP Contact List.
Regional Technical Assistance Provider Information:
The Office of Enhancing Student Opportunities and the Oregon Association of Education Service Districts worked collaboratively to create a partnership where each Education Service District provides regional professional development and technical assistance to special education teachers, case managers, and directors through the support of a Regional Technical Assistance Provider (RTAP). Learn more:
RTAP Informational Document
.
Accommodations:
We strive to make our content accessible and inclusive to participants from all backgrounds and abilities. If you need accommodations, please contact Malory Turner (
maturner@nwresd.k12.or.us
).
About Northwest Regional Education Service District:
Northwest Regional ESD is the largest of Oregon’s 19 education service districts. We serve students, educators, child care providers and families living in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook and Washington counties. Our staff members work collaboratively with school districts and other educational partners to deliver quality, cost-effective programs and services including special education, technology, professional development, school improvement and operational support. Our vision is that every student is educated, equipped and inspired to achieve their full potential and enrich their communities. Learn more at
nwresd.org
.
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Location
Online: Self-Paced
Site
Tags
NWRESD Staff and District Partners
Special Student Services
Fee
Free
Contact Information
Malory Turner - Regional Technical Assistance Provider (RTAP)
maturner@nwresd.k12.or.us
Session Information
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Start:
Friday June 12th, 2026 at 08:00 am
End:
Friday June 12th, 2026 at 04:00 pm
Note: Non-PDU Earning Training; Materials Only
Instructor: Self-Paced
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