CCPS Office of Special Education Birth-21

10/02/2026

Happy October, everyone! As we gear up for a active November, we're excited to announce that Family Support will now provide meals at most events, making it easier for families to attend. Here’s what’s coming up:
• November 4: Family Social Night – Enjoy games and socializing for adults, with a movie for kids. Dinner included. Space is limited, so register soon! Register by October 30!!
• November 10: Virtual session on Understanding the IFSP/IEP process (daytime). Register by October 30!!
• November 12: Two events: Financial Planning (virtual, daytime) and Legal Planning for Special Needs (evening, with dinner). Register by October 30!!
o Financial Planning: Register by October 30!!
o Legal Planning: Register by October 30!!
• November 17: Adult Agency Night – note, no dinner provided.
Registration for these events closes on October 30. November 17 registration is open until filled. Also, there's still time to register for the October 27 Financial Planning for your Special Needs Child.pdf session. Register by October 16.
Please check individual flyers for registration links and more details. Remember, attendance is crucial as materials and meals are based on registration numbers. Materials are available for Carroll County families. You must attend the event to receive the materials.
October 27: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-63788493-october
November 4: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-65747400-november
November 10: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-63790743-october
November 12 (Daytime): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-65748377-november
November 12 (Evening): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-63789935-october
November 17: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=FhEpcaZxr0GbpZtpycs_RjqT6UXKCR9DvrvhpzeC9IdUM1pTM01XQ00xTDUyRlhRU0k4RDdTUlI3QS4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl

09/28/2026

Attention CCPS families!
Can you take a minute to help?

Keystone Policy Center’s Center for Education is partnering with the Maryland State Department of Education’s Office of Early Childhood to lead the next major revision of the statewide family engagement guide.
Keystone is seeking a short quote that reflects meaningful experiences with family engagement. This can come from either a practitioner or a family member.
Vision statement: Maryland is committed to ensuring every child and student thrives through authentic partnerships among families, caregivers, educators, and communities that promote learning, well-being, and success from birth through age 21.
Family Engagement:
• Is a shared responsibility that enables every child and student to thrive.
• Is a continuous process grounded in strong, trusting relationships that promote family well-being and student growth.
• Occurs in a variety of learning settings and developmental stages from birth through age 21.
• Is an intentional and authentic practice that recognizes and responds to the strengths, needs, and experiences of all Maryland families.
• Is a strategy, beyond just specific activities and events, that leads to improved outcomes.
Can you provide a short quote that I can submit to MSDE and Keystone? They need quotes by this Friday, October 2.
You can send the quote to me (Tammy) by Thursday afternoon @ [email protected]
Thanks so much!

09/23/2026

Happy Wednesday!
Check out the upcoming events through Carroll County Family Support and SECAC. Remember all events are FREE!

A quick glance at events in October and November:
Thursday, 10/15: SECAC (6:00-7:30)
*Tuesday, 10/27: Financial Planning: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-63788493-october
Wednesday, 11/4: Social
Tuesday, 11/10: IFSP/IEP (day/virtual)
*Thursday, 11/12: Financial Planning (day/virtual)
*Thursday, 11/12: Legal Planning
*Tuesday, 11/17: Adult Agency
Thursday, 11/19: SECAC (12:30-2:30)

If you have a child who may require long term care, the events that have an asterisk are really important events to attend. November flyers will be sent out in the next several weeks.
You must attend the presentation to gather any materials that are provided.
In addition, if you have a child that may require long term care and haven't applied for DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration), please reach out to Tammy for help/support. Go to the following link to schedule a time with Tammy to gain more information: [email protected]/meetingtype/p5c-ZlRVhUyalHSFaPVLdw2?anonymous&ismsaljsauthenabled&ep=mLinkFromTile" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://bookings.cloud.microsoft/bookwithme/user/[email protected]/meetingtype/p5c-ZlRVhUyalHSFaPVLdw2?anonymous&ismsaljsauthenabled&ep=mLinkFromTile

09/22/2026

Hi everyone!
Carroll Springs School is doing a Fundraiser!! If you can help them out, they would be so appreciative. No direct selling on your part is necessary. Simply share the attached QR Code with friends and family via text, email, and social media. The orders are placed directly through Double Good, and their orders will be mailed directly to our supporters. You do not have to handle any money. The campaign runs Wednesday, September 23, at 7:00 AM through Wednesday, October 1, at 7:00 AM.
Feel free to share!!
Thank you for your help.
PS-the Pop-up store says, "Janet" but that is who registered under Carroll Springs. All proceeds benefit Carroll Springs School.

09/08/2026

Don't forget to sign up for the FREE September family events.
Also attached are the Year at a Glance events. Questions? Email Tammy @ [email protected]

*Some event dates have changed due to conflicts in schedules. Thank you for your understanding!

September 17 (Back to School social): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-63784316-back
September 22 (SSI and your child): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-63786324-september

09/03/2026

Check out these upcoming events through CCPS Family Support. Registration is required for all events.

September 17, Back to School Social: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-63784316-back
September 22, SSI and your child (virtual): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-63786324-september
October 22, Legal Planning for your special needs child: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-63789935-october
**Date change**October 27, Financial Planning for your special needs child: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-63788493-october
October 29, DDA Application help with Tammy: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FA8A822A5FF2-65538215-ddadevelopmental

09/01/2026

I wanted to share that Inclusive Pathways had an AMAZING turnout this past weekend for our first meeting of the year. You can see photos and video on our social media accounts (links below).

As a reminder, Inclusive Pathways is a community program for people ages 14–21 with and without disabilities. Hosted at First Presbyterian Church of Westminster, we bring together individuals from different abilities and walks of life to connect, collaborate, and support one another. This program is secular and welcomes participants of all faiths, spiritual traditions, and those who do not identify with any religious belief system.

If you know of any students who might benefit from this program, please share the information. You can also follow along the program page online.

We have 18 participants right now but could use a few more neurotypical peers to balance the group out. If you know of any students who would be a good fit (age 14-21) please pass this information along.

Web: https://www.fpcwest.org/inclusive-pathways.html

Facebook (new): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591461346205

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inclusivepathwaysirl

53 Followers, 160 Following, 17 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Inclusive Pathways ()

08/28/2026

Check out these Sensory Friendly fun classes at Carroll Community College for children ages 6-10!
Below are the links for each class:

Sensory Music and Movement:
https://carrollcc.augusoft.net/connect/ClassInfo/ClassInformation?int_class_id=15557&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0

Sensory Friendly: Falling Into Creativity: https://carrollcc.augusoft.net/connect/ClassInfo/ClassInformation?int_class_id=15700&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0

Sensory Friendly: Smoosh Together: https://carrollcc.augusoft.net/connect/ClassInfo/ClassInformation?int_class_id=15559&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0

08/27/2026

06/11/2026

Check this out! This group is for those on the spectrum or with special needs ages 9+. Breakout rooms are chronologically grouped on Zoom.