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Michigan Events

Michigan Events

AT Playdate is an informal, hands-on gathering where educators explore assistive technology tools, apps, and programs together, with no formal presentations or agenda.

Find more information on the AT Playdate website.

October 8, 2026

The Michigan Department of Education's annual Special Populations Conference brings together Michigan educators to share strategies for supporting special population students. This year's theme is Empower. Engage. Elevate.

Find more information on the 2026 Special Populations Conference website.

October 13-14, 2026

This free webinar will help schools prepare for new federal web accessibility requirements, including what the updated standard means for school websites and digital content.

Find more information on the Preparing for the New Standard: Web Accessibility for Schools website.

October 19, 2026

#TalkingAAC is a professional development project focused on enhancing educational opportunities within Michigan and surrounding areas. The goal is to increase knowledge, skill, and awareness around the topic of augmentative/alternative communication (AAC). 

Find more information on the #Talking AAC conference website. 

November 4-6, 2026

The annual Early On Conference brings together early intervention providers, families, and partners from across Michigan to learn about supporting infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities, and their families.

Find more information on the Early On Conference website.

November 10-12, 2026

The Michigan Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference brings together special educators, administrators, related service providers, and families for professional learning focused on improving outcomes for students with disabilities.

Find more information on the Michigan CEC Annual Conference website.

March 3-5, 2027

A virtual lunchtime conversation where Michigan assistive technology leaders share ideas and learn together. Join the AT Listserv to receive the Zoom information.

November 17, 2026
January 13, 2027
March 22, 2027

Inclusive Tech Together is a free, year-long professional learning series led by author and inclusive educator Beth Poss. K-12 educators in assistive and instructional technology roles meet for three sessions that combine virtual and in-person learning.

Find more information on the REMC Inclusive Tech Together website.

November 12, 2026
February 8, 2027
April 20, 2027

The Michigan Division for Early Childhood Conference offers professional learning for people who work with or on behalf of young children with disabilities or delays, and their families.

Find more information on the Michigan DEC Conference website.

November 4-5, 2027

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