Calendar of Events

Upcoming Parent Education Opportunities

Additional trainings and classes:

Please contact Utah’s Adoption Connection if you wish to add an event to this website.

April 2026

4/21

7:00pm - 8:30pm

The ABC's of Social-Emotional Learning

Date: 4/21  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Virtual

This workshop helps parents understand how executive functioning skills and anxiety can affect their child’s learning and school success. We’ll discuss practical ways schools and families can support students, what specially designed instruction may look like, and how Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) supports children’s emotional and academic needs.

REGISTER HERE

4/22 - 9:00am

9:00am - 4:00pm

Utah TBRI® Caregiver Series

Date: 4/22 - 4/24  • 9:00am - 4:00pm

Location: Midvale

3-day full TBRI® Caregiver Series in-person in Midvale, UT. 4/22-4/24 from 9am-4pm. Must attend all three days to receive credit

Join us at our office in Midvale, UT for the full TBRI® Caregiver series April 22-24, 2026 from 9am-4pm. All three classes must be attended in order to receive a certificate of completion.

REGISTER HERE

4/23

9:00am - 4:00pm

Utah Foster Care Annual Symposium

Date: 4/23  • 9:00am - 4:00pm

Purchase tickets here

Utah Foster Care (UFC) is dedicated to educating foster parents and the larger community about the hopes and struggles of children in foster care. Our annual Symposium brings local and national experts to share their knowledge and skills. The Symposium is open to foster parents, adoptive parents, professionals, and the public. In addition to being an educational and social event, the Symposium is one way for attendees to meet their personal educational goals. For foster parents, the conference counts towards their in-service training requirements. For child welfare and clinical professionals, there are continuing education credits (CEUs) available (the amount varies each year).

4/29

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Elementary to Middle and High School Transitions

Date: 4/29  • 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Location: In-Person 303 N 100 E Cedar City, UT 84721 (West Room)

Elementary to Middle and High School Transitions- What to expect transitioning to Middle School from Elementary and Transitioning from Middle School to High school.

REGISTER HERE

4/30

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Never Stop Talking About Autism: Self Advocate Panel

Date: 4/30  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Virtual

REGISTER HERE

We're ending Autism Acceptance Month with a panel discussing the realities, challenges and successes of Autism in Adulthood. Hear from adults with Autism as they share lived experiences and insights on topics like employment, relationships, independence, housing and navigating systems of support. Let's talk about what adulthood really looks like for the autism community, and how we can build a more inclusive environment.

May 2026

5/2

8:00am - 11:00am

Children's Service Society of Utah Fun Run

Date: 5/2  • 8:00am - 11:00am

Location: Wheeler Historic Farm | 6351 S 900 E, Murray, UT 84121

REGISTER HERE

Children’s Service Society of Utah is excited to invite you to our CSS 2026 Fun Run!

Join us for a morning of family-friendly fun featuring a 5K, kids’ fun dashes, music, and activities for all ages. Whether you’re walking, jogging, or running, this event is about coming together as a community to support children, caregivers, and families.

Every step you take helps CSS Utah provide vital services, including support for grandparents raising grandchildren through our GRAND families Program, as well as clinical counseling and adoption services. Your participation helps create safe, stable, and loving environments where children can thrive.

5/5

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Next Steps Parent Support Group: Daily Life Management

Date: 5/5  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Virtual


Just Got a New Disability Diagnosis for Your Child? You’re Not Alone.

Join our FREE Parent-to-Parent Support Group – a safe, welcoming space for parents navigating a new diagnosis.

✔️ Ask Questions

✔️ Get Real-Life Advice from Other Parents

✔️ Find Your Community

- Virtual groups meet the first Tuesday of each month, featuring a new topic each month

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, confused, or just need someone who gets it, we're here for you.

Reserve your spot now – connect with parents who truly understand.

REGISTER HERE

5/9

11:00am - 2:00pm

Birth Mother's Day Life After Placement 8th Annual Celebration

Date: 5/9  • 11:00am - 2:00pm

Location: Little America Hotel 500 S Main Street Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Snow Basin Room

REGISTER HERE Life After Placement 8th Annual Celebration

Please Join us for our 8th Annual Birth Mothers’ Day luncheon.

We spoil Birth Mothers who have placed a child (or Children) for adoption. Whether your adoption was two weeks or 20+ years ago, Open, Closed, we want the opportunity to celebrate YOU!

*Please note that this event is for birth mothers ONLY, but if you have a birth mother you love, you may purchase her a ticket (Just make sure you put her information). or you can donate a spot for another birth mother who would like to attend but can’t afford it

** we have the right to refuse attendance, and refund tickets purchased for any individual or organization that does not have birth mothers’ best interest at the cor. Our goal is to provide a safe place to celebrate, and will not tolerate unsafe, or unethical, behaviors or attendees. Thank you for your understanding.



5/11

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Dual Diagnosis: Mental Health with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disability

Date: 5/11  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location: Virtual

REGISTER HERE

What does Mental Illness look like in an individual with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities? Come learn how to see signs, rule out other potential causes of distress, and how a doctor may diagnose and treat mental illness.

5/12

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Guardianship and Alternatives

Date: 5/12  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Virtual

REGISTER HERE

FREE hybrid workshops every 2nd Tuesday for youth with disabilities and their parents/guardians. Whether you're thinking about jobs, school, independent living, or just figuring out how to speak up for yourself, these events give you a place to learn, ask questions, and connect with others on the same path.

5/13

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Adulting 101: 10 Things to Practice This Summer

Date: 5/13  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location: Virtual

REGISTER HERE


Summer’s here! Time for sun, fun, and keeping IEP goals on track! This lively workshop shares creative, practical ways to support learning, communication, and independence through backyard activities, community adventures, and new routines, making summer both fun and functional.

5/13

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Binder Boss: How to Organize Documents for Success

Date: 5/13  • 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Location: Cedar City Library, 303 N 100 E, East Room, Cedar City, UT 84721

REGISTER HERE

This fun, practical workshop shows parents how to create an easy organization system, build a Special Education binder, and keep track of important contacts and documents with real-life tips and printable tools.

5/16

10:00am - 12:00pm

Sibshop Support Group in Nephi

Date: 5/16  • 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location: Canyon View Park, 98 N 600 E, #26, Nephi, UT 84648

Join us at our next Sibshop! Sibshops are game-based support groups for siblings of people with disabilities between the ages of 8-17.

If tickets are all gone, contact sibs@utahparentcenter.org or call main office to join waitlist

.REGISTER HERE

5/21

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Specialized Training: 7 Core Issues in Adoption and Permanency

Date: 5/21  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Virtual via zoom

Utah Family Support Staff will host a specialized training on the 7 Core Issues in Adoption and Permanency.
Register Here

5/22

9:30am - 3:30pm

TBRI® Introduction and Overview (virtual)

Date: 5/22  • 9:30am - 3:30pm

Location: Virtual via zoom

Utah Family Support Staff will host the one-day, virtual TBRI® Introduction & Overview class.
Register Here