Hancock/Brooke County, West Virginia - IEP Circle

IEP Circles WV is a parent-led community where families of exceptional learners come together to find support, build knowledge, and create change. If you're navigating an IEP, 504 Plan, evaluations, school communication, or accessing services, these gatherings are designed to help you feel informed, connected, and supported. Each meeting brings caregivers together with experienced advocates, education attorneys, and community partners who provide practical guidance, answer questions, and facilitate meaningful discussions. You'll have opportunities to share experiences, learn from other families, discover helpful resources, and build lasting relationships with people who understand the challenges you face. Beyond individual support, IEP Circles helps families understand the larger issues affecting special education. We'll explore how school funding, staffing shortages, IDEA funding, and state and federal policy decisions impact the services available to students. By connecting personal experiences to these broader challenges, families can better understand why obstacles exist and how they can work alongside educators and other parents to improve public education. For those interested in taking the next step, IEP Circles also offers opportunities to develop advocacy skills through workshops on legislative advocacy, storytelling, public speaking, community organizing, and civic engagement. Whether you simply want support or hope to help shape the future of special education in West Virginia, you'll find a welcoming community where your experiences are valued and your voice matters. Together, we can strengthen support for our children, build stronger communities, and advocate for a public education system that works for every student.