GCPS Parent Mentor Presents

Serving Families of Students Who Receive Special Education Services

Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) is proud to offer a monthly workshop for families of students with disabilities. Gwinnett County "Parent Mentor Presents" are informational sessions designed for families of children with disabilities. The purpose of the meetings is to encourage learning at home, build collaboration with schools, and connect families to community resources. Two sessions are offered per topic to accommodate all families. 

Events in the "Living in the Now, While Preparing for the Future" series include:

Date	Topic
8/21/25	Establishing a Positive Foundation for the New School Year
9/16/25	Understanding Your Child as a Student
10/14/25	Supporting Your Child as a Student
11/11/25	Navigating the Holidays and Meeting the Needs of All
12/11/25	Behavior Strategies to Support Your Child Outside the School Environment
1/13/26	Understanding Post-Secondary Outcomes and How they Connect to the Transition Plan in the IEP
2/19/26	Preparing for the Annual GCPS Transition Fair
3/19/26	School’s Out for SUMMER; Planning for an Engaging Summer Break
4/21/26	Locating and Understanding Resources Within the Community
5/7/26	Promoting Self-Determination, Self-Advocacy, and Independence Through the Years

 

Two sessions are offered per topic and families can select one session to attend: In-Person: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. or Virtual: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Information regarding meeting location and the links to register will be sent to local schools in advance of each monthly meeting. Meetings are subject to change and notices will be sent accordingly.

Interpretation services are available upon request. Please make a request at least one week in advance of the scheduled meeting date. Spanish interpretation services are already secured.

If you have questions, concerns or need our support, we welcome you to email or call us.

Dawn Albanese - Parent Mentor

678-301-7212