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Education Service Center, Region 20 (ESC-20) is committed to providing exceptional educational services, products, information and solutions for parents, caregivers, and families.
 
Are you a parent, caregiver, or family member? If you would like to receive email updates regarding parent trainings, community events, and other parenting resources click on the following link to join the ESC-20 Parents & Families Network.

2026-2027 Parent Learning Workshops

AUGUST

Playful Math for Preschoolers at Home
August 25, 2026
9 am - 10:30 am
Session ID: 120039
 
Discover how to turn playtime into learning! This session empowers parents and caregivers to use everyday household materials to foster early math skills. We’ll show you simple, fun ways to practice counting, sorting, and patterns, as well as how to introduce shapes, measurement, and spatial awareness during daily routines.
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How to Help Your Elementary Child with 'New Math'
August 27, 2026
9 am - 10:30 am
Session ID: 119187
 

Do you find yourself saying, "That’s not how I learned it" during homework time? You aren't alone. "New Math" isn't about making things harder—it’s about building a deeper understanding of why numbers work the way they do. Join us for an interactive, judgment-free workshop designed to bridge the gap between the way you learned math and the way your child is learning it today. We’ll demystify the tools, pictures, and diagrams, trade frustration for "aha!" moments, and give you practical tools to support your child without needing a math degree.

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For more information on how to register for a session, access your Connect20 account, print a certificate, etc., the following webpage contains answers to these and other Frequently Asked Questions: https://txr20.escworks.net/help.aspx

 

An interpreter is available for any of the parent trainings. To request an interpreter please indicate SPANISH in the Special Accommodations Request box when you register. Or you can also call 210-370-5286 to solicit an interpreter, with at least one week notice. 

Parent Learning Workshops

SEPTEMBER

Supporting Parents with the Individual Education Program (IEP) Process
September 10, 2026
9 am - 10:30 am
Session ID: 119011
 
In this session, participants will review the required components in their child's special education Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) statements and Individualized Education Program (IEP) Goals and discuss techniques for working with school personnel to develop appropriate programming for your child.
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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
September 15, 2026
9 am - 10:30 am
Session ID: 120034
 
In this session, we will discuss the impact of ACEs and how it transcends the traditional boundaries of health and human service systems. The first step toward healing comes with understanding the problem. Our words and our commitment are vital to the future we all want for our children. The goal of this session is to develop a common language and common understanding about how experiences shape our well being.
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Understanding Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) and the Continuum of Services
September 17, 2026
*6 pm - 7:00 pm 
Session ID: 119012
 
In this session you will receive a review of the continuum of services available for students who qualify for special education in a bite-sized, easily digestible presentation. Information will cover the possible instructional settings for students to receive special education services and connected descriptors. 
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What Every Family Should Know About Autism
September 24, 2026
9 am - 10:30 am
Session ID: 119013
 
This training is an overview of Early Identification and Supporting Families of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or families with children who exhibit Developmental Delays indicating potential diagnoses. Participants who successfully complete this course will:
Be able to identify signs and characteristics of children with ASD.
Gain knowledge of recommended resources and programs for caregiver and  individual support to increase quality of life.

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2026-2027 Talleres para familias
 
Las sesiones se presentan en inglés. Sin embargo, puede solicitar un intérprete para cualquier sesión. Puede indicarlo en el espacio de Special Needs Request al registrarse. O también puede llamar al 210-370-5286, con al menos una semana de anticipación, para pedir un intérprete. 
Para más información sobre cómo registrarse para una sesión, como buscar sesiones, como obtener acceso a la información de su cuenta, etc. repase el siguiente documento:
Talleres para familias
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