The Special Education Expo in Macomb County will take place on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. The theme is “World of Possibilities” and it is the second year this event will take place in Macomb County.
“The nice thing about this event is that it’s great for families, adults and children,” says Justin Michalak, Assistant Superintendent for Special Education and Student Services for the Macomb Intermediate School District (MISD). “It’s about bringing the whole Macomb community together for the purpose of supporting students with special needs.”
Quick details about the 2024 Special Education Expo
- Address: Macomb Intermediate School District, 44001 Garfield Road, Clinton Township
- Hours: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Cost: Free; registration required
- Click here to register for the Special Education Expo
The event is free for individuals with special needs along with their parents, guardians and other family members. There will also be free goodie bags and books given away.
Events and entertainment offered at the Special Education Expo
“This event will take place indoors and outdoors,” says Michalak. “It will include magicians, touch-a-truck, a petting zoo, cider and donuts, bounce houses for kids and a lot of community support including over 60 community agencies that assist students with disabilities and their families.”
Along with cider and donuts, other food available to families will include hot dogs, chips, cookies, pop and popcorn.
“There will be DJs and princesses walking around engaging with kids and families,” he says. “Also, businesses will bring their construction vehicles, public safety vehicles such as police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and buses will be available for kids to enjoy by getting up close to them.”
How parents can stay involved beyond the Special Education Expo
Parents of children with special needs can join the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) and attend monthly meetings.
“Every meeting includes an agenda item that is important for families and there is usually a presenter who can answer questions,” says Michalak. “We talk about varied topics like legislation, sensory, behaviors, mental health and how to deal with online predators.”
For more information on the PAC, call 586-228-3520.
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