PEAL Center

PEAL Center The Parent Education and Advocacy Leadership (PEAL) Center empowers families and youth with disabilities and complex healthcare needs all across Pennsylvania.

Parent Education & Advocacy Leadership Center serves the statewide Pennsylvania community to prepare youth with disabilities to lead active lives and participate as full members of their schools and communities.

Join us on October 9th, 2026, for a KinConnector webinar empowering kinship families with vital resources and support in...
09/11/2026

Join us on October 9th, 2026, for a KinConnector webinar empowering kinship families with vital resources and support in Pennsylvania.

This event will provide insights into navigating challenges faced by kinship caregivers, legal considerations, and available community resources.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect and learn!
Register now! www.tfaforms.com/5230763

As part of PEAL's Back to School Series, join us on September 18th from 12-1:15p.m. for 5 strategies every IEP parent sh...
09/10/2026

As part of PEAL's Back to School Series, join us on September 18th from 12-1:15p.m. for 5 strategies every IEP parent should know!

This session will be led by Lisa Lightner, Special Education advocate, parent of a special needs kid with complex needs, author of Your IEP Playbook, and founder of A Day in Our Shoes and the training components: Don't IEP Alone! You won't want to miss this session!

Learn more & register here: https://pealcenter.org/events-trainings/lisa-lightner-a-day-in-our-shoes.html

We Belong Here, and We’re Here to Stay. Join PEAL, Disability Pride Pennsylvania, and other partners!📅 Saturday, Septemb...
09/09/2026

We Belong Here, and We’re Here to Stay. Join PEAL, Disability Pride Pennsylvania, and other partners!

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 12–4 PM
📍 Schenley Plaza, Pittsburgh
🎶 DJ • Vendors • Resources • Face Painting • Airbrush Tattoos • Games • Giveaways

♿ Access includes ASL, sensory space and more. Check out all of the access provided at [email protected]

Bring your friends. Bring your family. Bring your pride. Come find your community.

What is The Collaborative IEP? Created by special education attorney, advocate, and educator Ashley Barlow, The Collabor...
09/08/2026

What is The Collaborative IEP?

Created by special education attorney, advocate, and educator Ashley Barlow, The Collaborative IEP offers resources, training, and conversations that help families and professionals work together to build stronger Individualized Education Programs.

Join us at Capitol to hear Ashley deliver the keynote presentation, “Belonging Beyond Inclusion.”

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
📍 Penn Harris Hotel & Convention Center
1150 Camp Hill Bypass, Camp Hill, PA 17011

Learn more and register today: https://pealcenter.org/nextgen-capitol

It's not too late to join us today at lunch for a virtual session on Student Anxiety and School Obligations with Heather...
09/08/2026

It's not too late to join us today at lunch for a virtual session on Student Anxiety and School Obligations with Heather Hulse, special education law expert. Gain insights into the impact of anxiety on education and understand your rights. Register now for this important discussion.

Register Now! www.tfaforms.com/5220430

Happy Labor Day! On this special holiday, we recognize and honor the hard work, dedication, and contribution of workers ...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! On this special holiday, we recognize and honor the hard work, dedication, and contribution of workers everywhere.

PEAL offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th. Enjoy the long weekend!

🚨 For Philadelphia Families 🚨Join the City of Philadelphia on September 18th for an interactive day focused on strengthe...
09/06/2026

🚨 For Philadelphia Families 🚨

Join the City of Philadelphia on September 18th for an interactive day focused on strengthening your family's communication and wellness at the Community Behavioral Health event.

Build your family wellness blueprint with fun activities and receive a personalized toolkit.

Complimentary breakfast and lunch provided.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3Ve4WGH

September is Deaf Awareness Month! The PEAL Center is proud to highlight our partner, the Western Pennsylvania School fo...
09/05/2026

September is Deaf Awareness Month!

The PEAL Center is proud to highlight our partner, the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf, and its commitment to creating accessible learning opportunities where Deaf and hard-of-hearing students can communicate, learn, grow, and thrive.

PEAL is grateful to have led Youth Leadership Academies this past year supporting WPSD students and teachers. We value this partnership and the way WPSD supports youth, families, and the Deaf community throughout Western Pennsylvania.

Learn more about PEAL's Youth Leadership Academies here: https://pealcenter.org/what-we-do/youth-young-adults.html

What will you gain from the PEAL Family Leadership Institute?Build confidence as an advocate, gain practical tools, stre...
09/04/2026

What will you gain from the PEAL Family Leadership Institute?

Build confidence as an advocate, gain practical tools, strengthen your leadership skills, and connect with families who share your commitment to positive change. FLI prepares families to use their voices to create a lasting impact for children, young people, and families across Pennsylvania.

Learn more and apply today!

This week ends the first week of school for many of our Pennsylvanian families!The new school year is a great time to ch...
09/04/2026

This week ends the first week of school for many of our Pennsylvanian families!

The new school year is a great time to check in on your student's IEP. Know what the accommodations are and make sure they're actually being applied. They should work for the student, caregivers, and teachers alike.

Don't be afraid to speak up early about what your student needs to learn and retain information this year.

Not sure if your child needs extra support? Public schools must locate, evaluate, and identify students who may need special education services. Start by writing to your school's principal to request an evaluation.

We're here to help make this school year go smoothly. Questions? Reach out anytime → pealcenter.org/need-to-talk

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1001 Liberty Avenue 5th Fl
Pittsburgh, PA
15222

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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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