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Includes a Live Web Event on 12/16/2026 at 1:00 PM (EST)
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The December topic is Building Testimony Outlines led by Michele Kule-Korgood, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic. If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The December topic is Building Testimony Outlines led by Michele Kule-Korgood, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic.
If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
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Includes a Live Web Event on 10/21/2026 at 1:00 PM (EDT)
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The October topic is Discipline led by Linday Appell and Chelsea Helena, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic. If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The October topic is Discipline led by Linday Appell and Chelsea Helena, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic.
If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
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Includes a Live Web Event on 09/23/2026 at 1:00 PM (EDT)
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The September topic is Mediation Strategy led by Jean Adams, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic. If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The September topic is Mediation Strategy led by Jean Adams, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic.
If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
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Includes a Live Web Event on 08/26/2026 at 1:00 PM (EDT)
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The August topic is Due Process led by David Grey, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic. If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The August topic is Due Process led by David Grey, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic.
If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
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Includes a Live Web Event on 07/28/2026 at 1:00 PM (EDT)
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The July topic is Attorney Fees led by Jon Zimring, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic. If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The July topic is Attorney Fees led by Jon Zimring, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic.
If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
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Includes a Live Web Event on 06/17/2026 at 1:00 PM (EDT)
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The June topic is Cross of an Expert led by Jen Laviano, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic. If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The June topic is Cross of an Expert led by Jen Laviano, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic.
If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
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Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 05/21/2026 at 6:00 PM (EDT)
Meetings led by the Parent Committee on topics identified by COPAA Parent Members as important. The meetings are monthly. The first portion of the meeting is recorded (when the presenter is framing a topic), the discussion portion is not recorded.
Meetings led by the Parent Committee on topics identified by COPAA Parent Members as important. The meetings are monthly. The first portion of the meeting is recorded (when the presenter is framing a topic), the discussion portion is not recorded.
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Includes a Live Web Event on 05/20/2026 at 1:00 PM (EDT)
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The May topic is Managing the IEP Meeting led by Tal Goldin, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic. If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
Attorney Roundtables are brought to you by COPAA's Attorney Committee, co-chaired by Craig Goodmark and Jennifer Laviano. The May topic is Managing the IEP Meeting led by Tal Goldin, Esq. The first 30 minutes frame the issue, and the remaining 30 minutes are for an open discussion on cases, trends, strategies, best practices, etc. on the topic.
If you require ADA accommodations to access the online event, please email learningcenter@copaa.org.
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Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 05/19/2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)
Join us for this monthly session to welcome new members to the COPAA community and provide an overview of your membership. We review the website functionally, explain how to access key resources and of course, questions and answers. Learn how to make the most of your COPAA membership! If you do not yet have a COPAA membership, please first apply here (https://www.copaa.org/page/joinus). Once approved, you will be able to register!
Join us for this monthly session to welcome new members to the COPAA community and provide an overview of your membership. We review the website functionally, explain how to access key resources and of course, questions and answers. Learn how to make the most of your COPAA membership!
If you do not yet have a COPAA membership, please first apply here. Once approved, you will be able to register!
If you require accommodations, email learningcenter@copaa.org.
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Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 05/13/2026 at 1:00 PM (EDT)
This group serves as a place for COPAA members active or hoping to become more active in policy advocacy to learn, share resources and increase their effectiveness as change makers in their local community and state. COPAA serves as the group convener, providing online space and assistance for individuals and groups to collaborate as part of a vibrant community. Please reach out to the group manager Chris Roe if you have questions: chris@copaa.org. If you need accommodations to participate, please contact learningcenter@copaa.org.
This group serves as a place for COPAA members active or hoping to become more active in policy advocacy to learn, share resources and increase their effectiveness as change makers in their local community and state. COPAA serves as the group convener, providing online space and assistance for individuals and groups to collaborate as part of a vibrant community. Please reach out to the group manager Chris Roe if you have questions: chris@copaa.org.
If you need accommodations to participate, please contact learningcenter@copaa.org.
Chris Roe
Director of State Policy (COPAA)
COPAA
Chris Roe serves as Director of State Policy for the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates. In this role, he supports COPAA members in advocating for policies that support students with disabilities at the state and local levels. In addition, Roe currently serves as the co-chair of the Special Education Advisory Council for New Orleans Public Schools and co-founded Sunshine Parents, an advocacy and support group that empowers parents and guardians of students with disabilities to successfully advocate for their students at the school and district level. Roe is also the founder and President of EnAbled Learning Partners, which supports families, organizations and agencies in strengthening special education programs and policy. Roe received his Master’s of Public Policy from the University of California-Berkeley Goldman School of Public Policy and his B.S. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Roe lives in New Orleans, Louisiana where he and his husband are raising two young boys, both of whom attend public schools and have a range of learning disabilities.
Courtney Hansen
State & Local Policy Coordinator
COPAA
Courtney Hansen is a passionate special education advocate, educator, and parent based in Northern Colorado. A former journalist, teacher, and military spouse, she’s fought for inclusive education across six states—driven by her experience raising a child with Down syndrome.
Courtney is an instructor for COPAA’s SBEAT advocacy training and serves as its State & Local Policy Coordinator. With a Master’s in Education and years in the classroom, she now champions inclusive IEPs and systemic reform focused on belonging and meaningful inclusion at every level.
Through her blog, Inclusion Evolution, and her advocacy services—offered in Colorado, Wyoming, and nationwide—Courtney empowers families and educators to ensure every child with a disability learns alongside their nondisabled peers.
Lucia Frohling
State & Local Policy Coordinator
COPAA
Lucia Frohling is a passionate advocate, former public school teacher, and Director of Parent Services at an education non-profit. A mother of three, her journey began when two of her children were diagnosed with dyslexia and dysgraphia, inspiring her to lead efforts that improve education policy and access to evidence-based interventions. Lucia also serves on the State & Local Advocacy team with COPAA, helping build a network of advocates driving systemic change for students with disabilities. She advises multiple state agencies, serves on several education boards and councils, and is deeply committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.
