[NFB-NM] Fw: Please Share: Free Parent University & Family Fun Night for New Mexico Families

[Tonia Trapp]

Best wishes,



Tonia Trapp, secretary

National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico




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From: Ellis, Kaitlin, PED <Kaitlin.Ellis at ped.nm.gov>
Sent: Monday, November 9, 2026 3:38 PM
Subject: Please Share: Free Parent University & Family Fun Night for New Mexico Families

Dear Community Partners,
The New Mexico Public Education Department's Special Education Division is excited to host the Third Annual Parent University: Different Abilities, Extraordinary Possibilities - Every Child. Every Strength. Every Superpower.
Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with families, educators, community organizations, and anyone who may benefit from these free events.
Family Fun Night
Families are invited to kick off Parent University with an evening of fun, entertainment, and community connection.
Activities include:

  *   Free dinner
  *   Live music and cultural performances
  *   Games and prizes
  *   Dental screenings and fluoride treatments
  *   Sensory-friendly haircuts
  *   Community resource tables
  *   Appearances by local athletes, mascots, and cheer squads

Albuquerque Friday, November 13, 2026 | 4:00-7:30 p.m.
Central New Mexico Community College Workforce Training Center
Las Cruces Friday, November 20, 2026 | 4:00-7:30 p.m.
New Mexico State University Corbett Center Student Union
Parent University
A free educational event for families to learn about special education supports, services, and resources from cradle to career.
Albuquerque Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Las Cruces Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Food, lodging, and free childcare will be provided for registered Parent University attendees.
Registration Links

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Albuquerque: https://cvent.me/M3gEda
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Las Cruces: https://web.cvent.com/event/0a10a3ec-7ca2-4280-8522-a0b2b5fc4b79/summary

For childcare registration,

  1.  Visit www.ahelpinghandevents.com<https://www.ahelpinghandevents.com/> and go to “log in”
  2.  If it’s your first time visiting, you will be prompted to register and fill out a profile with your child(ren) information
  3.  Go to your Event Registration tab and enter the GROUP ID NUMBER: BQVZ

NOTE: CHILDCARE PRE-REGISTRATION CLOSES A WEEK PRIOR TO EACH EVENT

Please share the attached flyer and registration information with your networks, families, staff, and community partners. Your support helps ensure that families of children with disabilities have access to valuable resources, information, and connections.
Thank you for helping us reach families across New Mexico. We look forward to seeing everyone at Parent University 2026!



Respectfully,

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Kaity Ellis, MSW, LCSW, ADAC| Senior Social Services and Community Coordinator

Office of Special Education

E:  kaitlin.ellis at ped.nm.gov<mailto:kaitlin.ellis at ped.nm.gov>

New Mexico Public Education Department

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