Family Engagement Newsletter

Parenting Classes offered at the Family Resource Center of Eau Claire

OCTOBER PARENT CAFE

Meal and Childcare available with Registration

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Family Voices on Demand Learning

Sessions available to watch when it works for you!

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WI Facets Virtual Learning Opportunities

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Check out their website which has free virtual classes and many resources for families with children birth through high school! https://parenting.extension.wisc.edu/

Click the logo to see all the things that DSAW does in the Chippewa Valley!

Support Groups and Resources for the Latina Community.

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• Online Teen Hangout
• Trivia Night
• New to Autism Virtual Group
• Transition to Adulthood Series

For More Information about these and other Virtual Programs, please visit Virtual Programs - Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin (autismgreaterwi.org)

Family Voices of Wisconsin provides resources, videos, and trainings because they believe that "families have great capacity to care for their children and youth with special health care needs and/or disabilities when they have informed real choices, strong supports and appropriate resources." from the Family Voices what we believe page.

Resources and information about specific diagnoses. Click to read about the latest research!

• Mission: We want to unite ALL of Wisconsin in supporting people with developmental disabilities to lead their most independent lives.
• Monthly Newsletter
• Check out their Self Determination Video Series!




Click WI BPDD to get their resources.

Information on Collaboration, IEP Resources, Transition Planning, Learning Opportunities, Spanish Resources and Videos/Podcasts. Click the logo to see all they have to offer!

The Youth Leadership Forum is a week-long, overnight leadership training and career awareness program for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors with disabilities to learn leadership and self-advocacy skills.

When/Where:

June 28 – July 3, 2026 at Edgewood College in Madison, WI

The Youth Leadership Forum is for:

• Students who show leadership potential by being active in their school and community
• Students who have a disability (physical, learning, cognitive, emotional, sensory, etc.)
• Wisconsin residents
• Students who are currently sophomores, juniors, or seniors in high school

Why Attend the Youth Leadership Forum:

• Strengthen your leadership and self-advocacy skills.
• Learn more about college and career options.
• Make connections with other young leaders.
• Meet your state legislator.
• Connect with energetic staff and speakers from across the state.
• Have fun at a dance and talent show and many other memories you’ll never forget!

To Apply:

Complete the application by March 13, 2026.

Download a Word document or use online the Online Application (must be done in one sitting).

The YLF is also looking for staff. If interested, review the position descriptions and apply by downloading a Word employment application or completing a Google employment application.

Contact wisconsinylf@gmail.com for more information.

Email: griffihd@chipfalls.org

Website: http://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/district/Special_Education.cfm
Location: 1345 Ridgewood Drive, Chippewa Falls, WI, USA
Phone: 715-726-2785 3030
Twitter: @ChippewaFallsSD