AUGUST 2026 NEWSLETTER


Welcome, Families, Friends, and Colleagues of ASCF, to Our Sepember 2026 Newsletter!


Happy September from ASCF!


As summer comes to a close and a new school year begins,

ASCF would like to wish all children, families, teachers, bus drivers, and the many professionals who support our children a happy, healthy, and successful school year!


Don’t forget to register for our September 9th workshop! We also encourage you to visit our website, www.ascfamily.org, for information and registration for other upcoming workshops presented by the law firm of Hinkle, Prior, Fischer & Oberweis in October and November. The registration link will be posted below and on our website as they are available.


New Programming Coming Soon.

ASCF is currently planning new programs and workshops for October through December 2026. We are excited about what is ahead and look forward to continuing to provide valuable resources and support to our community.

Please continue to check the ASCF website for updates, resources and new programming.


Please Support ASCF Through Round Up.

More information can be found by clicking on the link below or on our website.


Please also join us for a special Art Auction in support of ASCF on October 22, 2026, at 6:30 PM.

Your participation will help support ASCF's continued efforts to provide valuable information, resources, guidance, and advocacy to children and families. More information will be forthcoming in our October Newletter.



Every contribution, large or small, is truly appreciated!


Thank you for your continued support of ASCF. Together, we can continue to make a difference for children and families!


🌷

Sincerely,


The ASCF Staff


Julie, Tammi, Terry, Meredith, Dennis, Sean, Phoebe, Corie and Matthew


FREE VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS


Our FREE workshops are open to all families and caregivers!


For more information about our workshops, please visit our website by clicking the link below.


RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN SPECIAL EDUCATION


ASCF is sponsoring a FREE Zoom meeting from the Law Firm of Hinkle, Prior, Fischer and Oberweis.


You must register at the registration link below. Have your questions ready! We look forward to your participation. 


When: September 9, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time (US & Canada)


After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.



Please visit our website for more information.


Register in advance for this meeting by clicking the button below:


ADVOCATING FOR AN APPROPRIATE SCHOOL PLACEMENT

AND RELATED SERVICES


FREE Zoom meeting from the Law Firm of Hinkle, Prior, Fischer and Oberweis.

Sponsored by ASCF.


Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 6:30 pm


Register in advance by clicking the button below. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. We look forward to our participation!


Please visit our website for more information.



SAVE THE DATE!!


The workshop below is presented by an Attorney at the Law Firm of Hinkle, Prior, Fischer & Oberweis. More information and a link will be forthcoming.


Wednesday November 18, 2026 at 6:30 pm/via Zoom

Topic: Turning 18: What Every Parent of a Child with Disabilities Needs to Know



VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUPS FOR PARENTS


DAD CHAT


Join this virtual Dad's group on the second Monday of each month at 8:00 pm


Please email Dennis at dennis@ascfamily.org or call us at

973-728-8744

with your email address and phone number to register.


Click the button above for more information on our website.



ACTIVITIES

To register for the Gaming Club, please click on the button below the flyer.

RESOURCES

JUNE 2026 EDITION OF PRISE

Parental Rights In Special Education


Click on the button below to view the new edition of PRISE:

DISCLAIMER:

The Association for Special Children and Families does not provide or give legal or medical advice.


DESCARGO DE RESPONSABILIDAD:

La Asociación para Niños y Familias Especiales no proporciona ni brinda asesoramiento legal o médico.