Please join the Family Resource Center of San Mateo County for a town hall with Aaron Caruthers, the Executive Director of California State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD). This town hall will discuss SCDD’s new 5-year State Plan and updated strategic direction.

The 30-minute town hall will be followed by a training on the basics of Special Education. It will provide an overview of key education topics about education rights, processes, and available resources. This presentation was created to help students with disabilities and their families prepare for a successful start to the school year, the session will provide an overview of key education topics, along with a Q&A where participants can ask questions and learn more about education rights, processes, and available resources.

Presenters:

• Aaron Caruthers – SCDD Executive Director
• Greg Gonzalez – Bay Area Regional Office Manager
• Gabriela Solval – Community Program Specialist

Please note: If you need Spanish interpretation to participate, we require you to indicate this on your registration at least 7 days prior to the training.

Please register in advance to receive the Zoom meeting link. To help protect the privacy and safety of participating families, registrations may be reviewed and approved manually before access is provided.

Zoom may also require you to sign in with a Zoom account, and some sessions may include a visible watermark. These added safety features help us maintain a more secure and confidential space for everyone.

Privacy Notice: To help maintain a safe and confidential space, recording, screenshots, photography, and the use of AI tools for recording or note-taking are not permitted. By registering, you agree to respect the privacy of all participants.

For any questions, concerns, or accommodation requests, please contact us at info@smcfrc.org or 650-259-0189.