Archived Recordings

All Family Matters PTIC recordings are archived on their public YouTube Channel. These recordings contain educational material targeted to an audience composed of self-advocates, students, parents, caregivers, and professionals. Take some time and explore!

Self-Advocacy Training

To schedule self-advocacy trainings for high school youth, contact Nancy Mader at (217) 717-8015 or (866) 436-7842.

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Training Calendar

All events are FREE unless noted.

Family Matters PTIC does not offer CPDU credits for educators at this time. We reserve the right to cancel a training if the minimum requirement of 15 people registered is not met.

Events are open to parents, grandparents, foster parents, caregivers, teachers, administrators, paraprofessionals, therapists, educational surrogate parents or any interested party.

Family Engagement

Family engagement in the school system is critical to developing a successful school environment. Families who feel welcomed and valued in their child's educational environment tend to be more involved in their student's academic success. Families can be involved in more traditional roles, such as room parents, cafeteria volunteers, reading tutors, and craft helpers.

FMPTIC encourages you to think more broadly about the role of parents/guardians in the school system. Families can review the curriculum, participate in family advisory councils, sit on hiring committees, and provide mentoring to educators and other families. Bringing the family voice to the table within the school system can provide opportunities for partnership, community connections, and improved student outcomes.

A Guide to Forming a Family Advisory Council