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Join Missy A. & Theresa S., the chairs of the COPAA Parent Committee, TONIGHT at 6PM/ET as they recap the highlights from the 28th Annual COPAA Conference!
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COPAA's Parent Committee: Highlights from the 2026 COPAA Conference
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We appreciated the opportunity to connect with many incredible special education advocates, attorneys and disability‑rights leaders from across the country! We are already poring over what we learned at #COPAA2026 to better serve DC children and families.
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#ThrowbackThursday to the 28th Annual COPAA Conference! 🎉
Huge thanks to Marcie H. and Kelly M. for their amazing contributions.
We appreciate you both!
#COPAA2026 #ThankYou #COPAAConference
Thank you for being part of the 28th Annual COPAA Conference!
We hope you had a great experience.
🎤 Listen to a closing message from CEO Denise Marshall.
#COPAA2026 #Community
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It’s time for our last breakout sessions of the conference, but first, a coffee break sponsored by Ascent Behavioral Health.
#COPAA2026 #Breakoutsessions #sponsors
Full Breakfast
Co-sponsored by: Kule-Korgood and Associates, PLLC | Law Offices of Lauren A. Baum, P.C
#breakfasttime #COPAA2026 #sponsors
COPAA conference has had a very eventful day… but don’t leave yet because we have breakout session IIII from 4:45 to 6:00 PM.
#COPAA2026 #COPAAConference #COPAAPresenters #coffeebreak
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The delicious luncheon and awards session sponsored by Winston Preparatory School followed by breakout session II continue to join us
#luncheon #breakoutsession #COPAA2026 #awards
Our vision for the grand ballroom was to fill it for our keynote speakers John and Mark X. Cronin and we did.
#keynote #copaa2026 #johnscrazysocks
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We are thrilled to welcome renowned civil rights attorney Catherine Lhamon as a speaker at the 2026 COPAA Town Hall!
Join us for this informative session where she will share her insights and expertise.
📍 General Session Sponsored by: Vanaman German LLP
#COPAA2026 #COPAAConference
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Kick off your conference experience!
📅 Reg: 7 AM - 5 PM
🤝 Meet & Greet: 8 AM
Network with peers & leaders!
🥐 Breakfast by Skyer Law.
We can’t wait to see you!
#COPAA2026
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Join us from TONIGHT as John & Mark share their powerful story of entrepreneurship and inclusion.
Their journey demonstrates how disabilities can truly change the world.
These inspiring keynote speakers are ones you definitely won’t want to miss!
#COPAA2026 #JohnsCrazySocks
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Join us for an engaging conversation with Sandy Shove, Shemica S. Allen, and Ann Simun.
You won’t want to miss this!
Coming soon.
#COPAA2026
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Day 2 w/ pre-conference presenters!
Registration opens at 7:00AM and closes at 5:30 PM.
Enjoy continental breakfast, sponsored by Connell Michael, LLP..
#COPAA2026
Shemica S. Allen, Ilana Lopez, Daysi Ortiz, and Nicole Santiago at Thursday's Evening Reception
Shemica S. Allen, Ilana Lopez, Daysi Ortiz, & Nicole Santiago attended the Thursday Evening Reception!
A huge thank you to all our 2026 sponsors for making this event possible.
Here’s to building connections and creating memories together!
#Community #COPAA2026 #COPAAConference
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Lisa A. Hernandez, Esq., and SEAT 2 alumna Danielle Ward, alongside advocate Parul Khemka, met with Senator Andy Kim of New Jersey.
Together, we are making our voices heard!
#Advocacy #HillDay #NewJersey #COPAA #COPAA2026
Join us for our immersive Two-Day Sessions!
Gain valuable insights from industry experts and network with like-minded individuals.
Our presenters are excited to share their knowledge and experience with you.
#Networking #Learning #IndustryInsights #COPAA2026
Join us for our immersive Two-Day Sessions!
Gain insights from industry experts and connect with like-minded individuals.
Don't miss out!
#TwoDaySessions #ExpertInsights #NetworkingOpportunity #COPAA2026 #COPAAConference
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Join us for the COPAA Bootcamp on March 5-6, 2026!
Enhance your advocacy skills and connect with experts and peers.
Don’t miss out!
#COPAABootcamp #Advocacy #EducationRights #COPAA2026
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Join us after the coffee break for an afternoon featuring a presentation with Amy Martz & Charmaine Thaner and a case study with Dayna S. Friduss, Dr. Brandi Tanner, & Shemica Allen!
Co-sponsored by: Alpine Academy | Dyslexia On Demand
#COPAA2026
Promotional graphic for the COPAA 28th Annual Conference. Presentation titledBridging Legal and Clinical Practice: Using Psychological Evaluations to Develop Effective and Compliant IEPs” featuring headshots of Torin D. Togut & Allison U. Nealy,. Event details include Crystal Gateway Marriott, VA, March 3–8, 2026, with COPAA branding and a U.S. Capitol illustration in the background.
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A graphic with presenters Presenter(s):Michelle Weltman & Tal Goldin, Esq,
A graphic with presenters Presenter(s): Torin D. Togut & Allison U. Nealy
The 28th Annual COPAA Conference is officially kicking off Day 1 w/ pre-conference presenters!
Presenter(s): Michelle W. & Tal G., Esq, & Torin T & Allison N.
Registration opens at 7:30AM - 5:30 PM.
Enjoy continental breakfast, sponsored by Selene Almazan Law,.
#COPAA2026
Diane Willcutts from Education Advocacy LLC, Andrew Feinstein, Esq., and other Connecticut advocates standing for a picture with the U.S. Capitol illustration in the background
Diane Willcutts from Education Advocacy LLC, Andrew Feinstein, Esq., and other Connecticut advocates had an amazing day on Capitol Hill advocating for children with disabilities!
Together, we’re making a difference!
#COPAAHillDay #AdvocacyMatters #COPAA2026
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COPAA Hill Day!
Parents, advocates, & attorneys united to engage with federal policymakers & their staffers on our legislative priorities for students w/disabilities.
Together, we can amplify our voices and create meaningful change!
#COPAAHillDay #DisabilityRights #COPAA2026
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A great day on Capitol Hill with Amy Cupp and Todd Young from Indiana during her COPAA Hill Day visits!
It's always inspiring to see advocacy in action and discuss important issues that affect our community.
#COPAA #Advocacy #Indiana #COPAAHillDay #COPAA2026
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Michele Kule-Korgood, Esq., with Congressman Thomas Suozzi at COPAA Hill Day during the 28th annual COPAA Conference.
#COPAA #COPAA2026 #COPAAHillDay
Courtney Hansen and her kids, Cora and Troy, plan for #COPAA2026, emphasizing the importance of advocacy.
Let's make a difference, one meeting and story at a time!
#COPAA2026 #HillDay
Join us for COPAA Hill Day at the 28th Annual Conference! Advocate to keep the Department of Education intact, fully fund IDEA, support the Keeping All Students Safe Act, and protect civil rights for students with disabilities. See you on the Hill! #COPAA #COPAAHillDay
#COPAA2026
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Reception sponsored by Winston Preparatory School
Excited for COPAA Capitol Hill Day!
Big thanks to Laura K. for the informative briefing.
Can't wait for the afternoon debrief and to celebrate at the Kick-Off Dinner!
#COPAA2026
Join Shemica Allen on her journey from Taxes to the 28th Annual COPAA Conference!
She'll present with Dayna S. Friduss & Dr. Brandi Tanner on "Evaluation, Advocacy, and Litigation: A Case Study in Handling Difficult Advocacy Cases."
Don’t miss it!
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