With a mission to provide support and “level the playing field” for students with learning differences and special needs, Special Education Legal Fund (S.E.L.F.) hosted its annual resource fair, in partnership with Special Education Equity for Kids of Connecticut (SEEK). Guests attended panel discussions about hiring an advocate or attorney as well as tips for selecting the right school. Families, caregivers, educators, providers and other professionals were able to network and share information about local services at this community-building event. spedlegalfund.org
Bill DeHaven, Villa Maria School; Attorney Dana Jonson, Advocate Diane Willcutts, Lara Damashek, Windward School
Adam Lipay, Fatima Cisse, Ryan LaMothe
Attorney Laura Sullivan, Attorney Meredith Braxton, Advocate Virgina Blum; Kara Ashley, Eagle Hill School; Beth Sugerman, Winston Preparatory Schools
S.E.L.F. Legal Aid Attorney Laura Sullivan; S.E.L.F. Grants Program Director Jennifer Kanfer
Suzanne Cotuc, Rebecca Campbell
Lisa Miller, Howard and Hillary Lippe
Event Chair and S.E.L.F. Board Member Sue Khanna, S.E.L.F. Executive Director Stephanie Bilenker, Attorney and SEEK Vice President Naomi Nova
Stephanie Kriegsman, Rachel Lombardo
