OAPSA Fall Conference, September 24-25, 2026.
September 24 - September 25
“We > Me: The Magic of Shared Insight and collaboration”
Join us for the OAPSA September Conference, “We > Me: The Magic of Shared Insight and Collaboration,” happening September 24–25. This event is designed to foster professional growth through expert insights and shared experiences and collaboration from colleagues across the field.
Thursday, Sept. 24
- Keynote: Experience the magic of your day to day work with Stuart MacDonald.
- Legal & Advocacy: Dr. David Bateman will address legally sound practices, dispute resolution, and advocacy.
- Collaboration/Member Presentations: Join sessions on critical topics including:
- Improving systems for Paraprofessionals and Special Education Leadership.
- Student-Led IEPs & Small Group Co-Teaching.
- Navigating the Least Restrictive Environment.
- Trauma-responsive care and Student Mental Health.
- Consistent ESY Decision-Making and Collaborative Tiered Interventions.
- And more!
Friday, Sept. 25
- Keynote: Start your day finding the humor in change with Jan McInnis.
- Advocacy & Updates: Gain insights on special education advocacy with Barbra Shaner,
and receive essential state updates from ODEW. - Legal Updates: Hear the latest from Ennis Britton, Scholars in Education Law.
Thursday Evening events: OAPSA President’s Reception and PSI sponsored Cleveland Keys event.
Prices:
2 day–$225 for members
$300 for non-members
1 day–$175 for members
$225 for non-members
NOTE: a coupon will be added to your cart if you have an active membership. Please ensure you are logged in and verify the total in the cart on the next page.
Cancellation/ Refund Policy: Cancellations received 15–30 days prior to the first day of the event will be eligible for a 50% refund. Unfortunately, no refunds will be issued for cancellations received within 14 days prior to the first day of the event.
Hotel Information:
- Attendees may use this link to make reservations in our block – OAPSA – Annual Fall Conference 2026 – BOOK NOW.
- If they would prefer to do so, they can contact the front desk directly at 614-880-4300.
- Group Code: 2609OAPSA
- Cutoff Date: Monday, August 24, 2026
8:00 am-3:30 pm each day.
Cost
$225.00 – $300.00
2 day-$225 for members
$300 for non-members
1 day-$175 for members
$225 for non-members
NOTE: a coupon will be added to your cart if you have an active membership. Please ensure you are logged in and verify the total in the cart on the next page.
