PEAL Center

In observance of Juneteenth, PEAL Center offices will be closed on Friday, June 19. Regular office hours will resume on Monday, June 22.

We encourage families and community members to honor the day by participating in local celebrations, including the Western Pennsylvania Juneteenth Celebration in Pittsburgh and the Juneteenth Parade & Festival in Philadelphia.

Pittsburgh: https://www.visitpittsburgh.com/events-festivals/annual-events/juneteenth/
Philly: https://juneteenthphilly.org/

Join us on September 10th for a virtual session on Student Anxiety and School Obligations with Heather Hulse. Gain insights into the impact of anxiety on education and understand your rights. Register now for this important discussion.

Las tarifas de inscripción anticipada no durarán mucho! ⏰

¡Atención a familias, defensores, educadores y profesionales! Este es el mejor momento para inscribirse en la próxima Conferencia de Wrightslaw sobre Leyes de Educación Especial y Defensa de Derechos, y ahorrar aprovechando las tarifas de inscripción anticipada.

Esta capacitación representa un enorme beneficio para las familias que navegan por el sistema de educación especial, los derechos de las personas con discapacidad, la defensa de derechos, las evaluaciones, los IEP y la comunicación con las escuelas. Adquiera herramientas prácticas, gane confianza y aprenda estrategias que pueden marcar una diferencia real en el futuro de su hijo.

¡Inscríbase ahora en https://pealcenter.org/wrightslaw antes de que suban los precios!
¿Tiene preguntas sobre becas? Envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected].

Discover how Social Security's Ticket to Work Program can help individuals with disabilities achieve financial independence and workforce success. Learn more with PEAL Center's Youth Minute.

PEAL Website Resources: https://pealcenter.org/resources/
PEAL Need to Talk: https://pealcenter.org/about/need-to-talk.html

Join the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) on July 15, 2026, for an important session on Disability Protections in Pennsylvania. Led by the PHRC, this event will cover essential topics on rights and accommodations.

Register now to secure your spot: https://www.tfaforms.com/5224901

Disability Pride Philly is the next stop on the Disability Pride Celebration list! Join us for community, music, fun games, and awesome vendors.
This event is open to the public.

Saturday, June 13th 12-4 p.m.
1600 Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia

Questions? Email [email protected]

Hey PEAL Youth/Young Adults!

Gab Bonesso returns to share insights on "Trauma Informed Joy," a powerful approach that emphasizes understanding trauma's impact while fostering joy in our lives.

Join us to explore how we can create supportive spaces for healing and resilience together. Don't miss this opportunity for growth and connection!

Register Now!

For Youth: tfaforms.com/5221430

See you all soon!

🎉 Disability Pride Philly is THIS SATURDAY! 🎉

Join us as we celebrate disability culture, community, and pride at Philadelphia's largest disability-led celebration.

📅 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 1600–1800 Benjamin Franklin Parkway

The march kicks off at 11:30 AM from City Hall North Apron and heads to the Parkway for an afternoon of live entertainment, community organizations, vendors, accessible activities, and connection.

With ASL interpretation, a sensory space, accessible restrooms, and more, we're creating a celebration where everyone belongs. A complete list of access provided is on our website.

Come celebrate with us because we belong here, and we're here to stay.

Learn more: disabilitypridepa.org/philadelphia

Join us on September 10th for a virtual session on Student Anxiety and School Obligations with Attorney, Heather Hulse. Gain insights into the impact of anxiety on education and understand your rights. Register now for this important discussion.

Hey PEAL parents!

Gab Bonesso returns to share insights on "Trauma Informed Joy," a powerful approach that emphasizes understanding trauma's impact while fostering joy in our lives.

Join us to explore how we can create supportive spaces for healing and resilience together. Don't miss this opportunity for growth and connection!

Register Now!

For Parents: tfaforms.com/5221417