Gasconade County Special Services

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

Your story could help another family.

If your family has participated in Missouri First Steps, consider sharing your experience with Missouri Parents Act.

What did you learn?
What difference did First Steps make for your family?
What would you want another family to know?

📖 Share your early childhood story today.

👉 missouriparentsact.org/early-intervention/share-your-early-childhood-story/

08/24/2026

For parents of children with special needs, shifting from the flexibility of summer to the structure of a school routine can come with unique challenges. New schedules, unfamiliar expectations, and heightened emotions can make the start of the school year feel especially stressful.

Thankfully, digital tools and apps can provide extra support during this transition. From building routines and managing time to reducing anxiety, improving sleep, and helping children identify and communicate their emotions, technology can make daily changes feel more manageable.

Read our latest article to discover practical digital tools that can help your child start the new school year feeling more prepared, confident, and at ease.

🔗 Link found in the comments!

A little support and preparation now can help make the transition from summer to school a smoother one for the whole family.

If this article resonates with you, please consider sharing it with another parent or caregiver who could use a little encouragement today. Sometimes the right information at the right time can make all the difference.

08/24/2026

Missourians, we want to hear from you!

The Governor's Council on Disability (GCD) has officially opened the 2026 Legislative Priorities Poll. Whether you are an individual with a disability, a family member, or a dedicated advocate, we want to hear from you.

The input and perspective of individuals with lived experience helps guide the work of the GCD, and the survey results are shared with state legislators and elected officials to inform them of important issues for the disability community.

Let’s work together to build a more accessible Missouri.

Make your voice heard today: disability.mo.gov/gcd/legislative_priorities_poll.htm
(Alternative formats are available on the website)

08/24/2026

Fall Into IEPs: September 2026 Webinar Series

Join Missouri Parents Act for a five-part webinar series designed to help families better understand the special education process.

Each Day from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM.

September 14: Special Education Law: A Brief Overview
September 15: Understanding the Evaluation Process
September 16: Understanding the IEP Process
September 17: Disagreement Resolution Processes
September 18: The Art of Effective Advocacy

You can register for one webinar or all five! Choose the sessions that are most useful for you and your family.

Register at:
missouriparentsact.org/training

Call: 800.743.7634
Email: [email protected]