SPECIAL EDUCATION NETWORK
Helping you become
your child’s best advocate
SPECIAL EDUCATION NETWORK
Helping you become your child’s best advocate
EMPOWERING
PARENTS
EMPOWERING PARENTS
SUPPORTING
FAMILIES
SUPPORTING FAMILIES
CHANGING
LIVES
CHANGING LIVES
FAVORITE RECENT PRESENTATIONS
We Bring the Experts to You!
Growing Through Nature
and Connection
and Connection
Integrating Therapy, Play, and
Animal Interactions
Animal Interactions
Kristen Gurzi, CCC-SLP
Sophia Skolnick, OTR/L
Katie Diamond, Director of
Strategic Initiatives
Katy Schermann, Executive Director
Sophia Skolnick, OTR/L
Katie Diamond, Director of
Strategic Initiatives
Katy Schermann, Executive Director
Tuesday
June 2, 2026
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
June 2, 2026
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
New Canaan Library
151 Main Street
New Canaan
NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation
(This is not a webinar)
151 Main Street
New Canaan
In-Person Presentation
(This is not a webinar)
Calm First, Learn Later:
A Regulation Roadmap for Parents
A Regulation Roadmap for Parents
Charlie Del Santo, MA
For parents of children ages four through twelve (elementary and middle school)
Monday
November 10, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
November 10, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road
NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation
(This is not a webinar)
137 Old Ridgefield Road
In-Person Presentation
(This is not a webinar)
Growing Through Nature
and Connection
and Connection
Integrating Therapy, Play, and
Animal Interactions
Animal Interactions
Kristen Gurzi, CCC-SLP
Sophia Skolnick, OTR/L
Katie Diamond, Director of
Strategic Initiatives
Katy Schermann, Executive Director
Sophia Skolnick, OTR/L
Katie Diamond, Director of
Strategic Initiatives
Katy Schermann, Executive Director
Tuesday
June 2, 2026
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
June 2, 2026
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
New Canaan Library
151 Main Street
New Canaan
NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation
(This is not a webinar)
151 Main Street
New Canaan
In-Person Presentation
(This is not a webinar)
Calm First, Learn Later:
A Regulation Roadmap for Parents
A Regulation Roadmap for Parents
Charlie Del Santo, MA
For parents of children ages four through twelve (elementary and middle school)
Monday
November 10, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
November 10, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road
NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation
(This is not a webinar)
137 Old Ridgefield Road
In-Person Presentation
(This is not a webinar)
We Bring the Experts to You!
FAVORITE RECENT
PRESENTATIONS
Calm First, Learn Later:
A Regulation Roadmap
for Parents
Charlie Del Santo, MA
Monday
November 10, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
A Regulation Roadmap
for Parents
November 10, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
For parents of children ages four through twelve (elementary and middle school)
Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road
NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation
(This is not a webinar)
137 Old Ridgefield Road
In-Person Presentation
(This is not a webinar)
FOCUSING ON
FOCUSING ON
PERSONAL STORIES
“I REALIZED I WAS NOT ALONE”
Testimonials
Testimonials
When I moved to Wilton,
I had a child with special needs,
but had no idea what that really meant.
SPED*NET helped me navigate
the special needs world…
and grow as a parent.
I realized I was not alone…”
When I moved to Wilton,
I had a child with special needs,
but had no idea what that really meant.
SPED*NET helped me navigate
the special needs world…
and grow as a parent.
I realized I was not alone…”
Wilton Parent
A Parent’s Journey
A Parent’s Journey
“The Launch”
We use the word “Launch” in a variety of contexts— from a spaceship lift off to the startup of a new company and the release of an adult offspring into
the world.
Dropping her son at college 16 years after his autism spectrum diagnosis, a mom wonders: Was he prepared? Had we done enough? Would he be successful and return intact?
College Essays
College Essays
Through their college essays,
teens are able to reflect on the
experiences that have shaped them;
the type of person they hope to
become; and the underlying
keys to their resiliency.
For kids with special needs,
happiness and success often include
giving back, helping others and
making a meaningful impact.
PERSONAL STORIES
“I REALIZED I WAS NOT ALONE”
Testimonials
When I moved to Wilton,
I had a child with special needs,
but had no idea what that really meant.
SPED*NET helped me navigate
the special needs world…
and grow as a parent.
I realized I was not alone…”
Wilton Parent
A Parent’s Journey
“The Launch”
We use the word “Launch” in a variety of contexts— from a spaceship lift off to the startup of a new company and the release of an adult offspring into
the world.
Dropping her son at college 16 years after his autism spectrum diagnosis, a mom wonders: Was he prepared? Had we done enough? Would he be successful and return intact?
College Essays
Through their college essays,
teens are able to reflect on the
experiences that have shaped them;
the type of person they hope to
become; and the underlying
keys to their resiliency.
For kids with special needs,
happiness and success often include
giving back, helping others and
making a meaningful impact.
INTERVIEW WITH SPED*NET STAFF
Stepping Stones Museum for Children’s Podcast
SPED*NET is featured in a recent episode of Stepping Stones Museum for Children’s “Under the Cupola” podcast. Listen as we join hosts Robert Townes and Star 99.9‘s Kevin Begley to discuss the work and history of our organization, as well as our experiences as mothers of children with special needs.
INTERVIEW WITH
SPED*NET STAFF
Stepping Stones Museum for Children’s Podcast
SPED*NET is featured in a recent episode of Stepping Stones Museum for Children’s “Under the Cupola” podcast. Listen as we join hosts Robert Townes and Star 99.9‘s Kevin Begley to discuss the work and history of our organization, as well as our experiences as mothers of children with special needs.
SPED*NET is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
No goods or services are provided in exchange for your donation,
which is tax-deductible as provided by law.
SPED*NET is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization. No goods or services are
provided in exchange for your donation,
which is tax-deductible as
provided by law.