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Category: Parent Press

Welcome to the UPC Parent Press! Each month you will find carefully crafted information and resources on a variety of disability topics guaranteed to help you and your family navigate community resources, advocacy and much more. See what we are working on this month!

End of School Activities Ages 14+

May 9, 2025

End-of-School-Year Fun for Transition-Aged Students: Things to Do & Try! As the school year winds down, it’s the perfect time to reflect, celebrate, and prepare for what’s next. Whether you’re […]

Dancing for a Cause

May 9, 2025

How a Caring Community Came Together to Support Children with Disabilities Some events remind us just how powerful community support can be, and the Create Hope Charity Show was one […]

Uniting Families by Building Support Systems

April 8, 2025

The Family-Centered Support Network Parenting a child with special health care needs or disabilities can often feel like an overwhelming journey. The key to thriving, rather than just surviving, lies […]

Healthy Relationships Start in Early Childhood

April 8, 2025

Healthy Relationships Start in Early Childhood Teaching body awareness, personal boundaries, and understanding family structures is essential for parents of children with disabilities, as it lays the groundwork for healthy […]

Sibling Project Care Notebook

April 8, 2025

New Resource for Sibling Caregivers Caring for a sibling with disabilities can be both rewarding and challenging. Siblings often step into caregiving responsibilities feeling overwhelmed as they navigate complex family […]

Updated Dyslexia Handbook

April 8, 2025

Dyslexia Handbook Release: A Guide to Strengthening Literacy Skills The Special Education Department is excited to share that the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) has released an updated guide […]

Unlocking the Power of Ebooks and Audiobooks

April 3, 2025

For Children with Disabilities, Access to Reading Materials Can Be a Game-Changer For children with disabilities, access to reading materials that match their age and interests can be a game-changer. […]

Financial Literacy for Teens

April 1, 2025

Let’s Talk Money: A Fun Guide to Financial Literacy for Teens and Families Hey there, future financial geniuses! Money. It’s a big word, and honestly, a little intimidating at times. […]

Understanding Post High Options

March 31, 2025

Post High: Understanding the Options and Opportunities Students Eligible for Post High: Qualify for Special Education Are between the years of 18 – 22 years of age Their senior class […]

World Hearing Day: Preventing Hearing Loss

March 4, 2025

Preventing Hearing Loss in Kids: Beware of Unsafe Listening Habits  March 3 Is World Hearing Day Did you know that more than 1 billion young people worldwide could develop permanent […]