Trainings and Events

Scroll down for information about Parent Mentor offered trainings and professional and disability related events.

2024/25 Series

January 2025

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 5-7 pm

Thomasville City Transition Fair

Contact Maria Flanders for information

February

Thursday, February 6, 2025

Cobb County Schools offers Community Connections Resource Fair

Cobb County Schools

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Find amazing sensory-friendly and accessible programs at the Community Connections Resource Fair! Over 50 local attractions and organizations are ready to connect with you.

Register here: https://bit.ly/405Q9gb

Contact Stacy Greene or Samira Hubbard for info

Friday, Februrary 7, 2025 9 am to noon

Carrollton City Schools Hosts Transition and Job Fair

Contact Missy Sullivan for info

Thursday, February 13, 2025 5:30 pm

Walton County School District Focus on the Future event

Contact Bonnie Morris for info

February 18, 2025 6 pm

Emory Autism Parent Training Series

Title: Introduction to Assistive Technology: A training for parents and
caregivers of autistic children
Date: February 18, 2025 (6:00-7:00)
Duration: 1 hour
Description: In this training, participants will learn about the various forms
of Assistive Technology and how to implement various AT systems to
support autistic children.

Webinar Link: Introduction to Assistive Technology.

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at noon

Zoom webinar on The Relationship Between Emotional Regulation and Severe and Dangerous Behaviors presented by the Autism Science Foundation

Registration link:

March

Thursday, March 13, 2025 12 to 1:30 pm

Autism Basics and Resources for Families

Contact Christina Holland or Fay Blythe

Greene County Parent Expo

Saturday, March 15, 2025

Contact Jacqueline Evans for information

Saturday, March 22, 2025 8 am to 2 pm

DeKalb County Schools Transition Fair

Contact Lisa Lake for info

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 12 pm

Emory Autism Parent Training Series

Title: Supporting Your Child’s Social Communication Development Through
Community Engagement: A training for parents and caregivers of autistic
children
Date: March 25, 2025 (12:00-1:00)
Duration: 1 hour
Description: During a trip to the grocery store or at a playdate, parents can
support their autistic child’s social communication skill development when
equipped with the knowledge and understanding of effective practices.
Participants in this training will learn tips, tricks, and strategies for
supporting their child’s social communication development during outings
within the community.

Webinar Link: Community Engagement to Support Social Communication.

May 2025

Wednesday, May 28 2025

11th Annual Autism Conference & Expo Georgia State University