Partnership for Extraordinary Minds upcoming events

Stress-Free IEP® Podcast Live: Manisha Patel on Mediation, Collaborative Divorce, and Family Law (07 Apr 2026)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Stress-Free IEP® Podcast Live

Manisha Patel on Mediation, Collaborative Divorce, and Family Law

Date: Tuesday, April 7th

Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Location: Virtual -- Register for the podcast here or watch live on YouTube.

Cost: Free

Divorce and family law disputes don’t have to turn into courtroom battles. In this episode, Manisha Patel explains how collaborative family law, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution help families reach better outcomes with less conflict. She also shares insights on navigating North Carolina family law, handling financial mediation, and building a healthier legal process. Plus, Manisha discusses what it takes to run a successful modern law practice.

Starobin Counseling: Support for Siblings of Autistic Kids (07 Apr 2026)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Starobin Counseling, LLC

Support for Siblings of Autistic Kids

Dates: Meets Tuesdays every other week between February 10th and June 2nd, 2026 from 6:00PM to 7:00PM

Location: Virtual

Registration: Application & screening are required. Apply here.

Cost: $85/session

Having an autistic sibling is a unique experience.

Siblings Together groups give your child the opportunity to be a part of a collective that shares similar experiences and faces similar challenges.

Starobin Counseling’s Sibling Support Group provides a supportive and therapeutic environment for children who have autistic siblings.

The Siblings Together group for kids & tweens (ages 8-13) is open to residents of Maryland, Virginia, Colorado and DC.

Groups are facilitated by Caron Starobin, LCSW-C.

Roam & Learn: National Zoo (11 Apr 2026)

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Optimal Beginnings

Roam & Learn: National Zoo

Dates: Saturday, April 11th from 9am to 2pm

Location: National Zoo, Washington D.C.

Registration: Please reach out to ele@optimalbeginning.com to register if non-client, and reach out to our clinics via admin emails if a current client.

Cost: $20 (Free for OB clients)

Our zoo trip is a community integration outing where families and staff explore together while supporting social learning and shared experiences outside the clinic.

See event page for more details.

Preschool and Elementary Parents Open Gym/Playground Meetup (11 Apr 2026)

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Hosted by the xMinds Preschool and Elementary Parent Outreach Committee

Location: Playground in back of Ivymount School at 11614 Seven Locks Rd. Rockville, MD 20854

Future dates: Typically the third Saturday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m. with the exception of holidays.

Cost: Free!

The xMinds Preschool and Elementary Parent Outreach Committee is hosting a monthly meetup for parents of young autistic students who want to connect in person! Your whole family is welcome -- bring siblings even if they're not elementary or preschool age.

Take this opportunity to meet other local parents while your kids enjoy themselves on the playground (and in colder months at an elementary school gym). Snacks will be provided!

Registration is so we can send you an email reminder and email updates in case the event is cancelled due to inclement weather but is not required to attend.

Organizado por el xMinds Preschool and Elementary Parent Outreach Committee

Fechas futuras: Por lo general, el tercer sábado de cada mes, de 10 a 11:30 a.m., con la excepción de los días festivos.

Ubicación: Patio de recreo detrás de Ivymount School, 11614 Seven Locks Rd. Rockville, MD 20854

Acompáñenos para conocer a otros padres y cuidadores de preescolares autistas y niños de primaria. Melanie Carlos, Directora ejecutiva de xMinds, estará alli y proveerá merienda.

Toda su familia es bienvenida — hermanos mayores y menores también!

Regístrese para recibir recordatorios y un correo electrónico por si tenemos que cancelar el evento.

Reach Every Voice - Greek Myths & Mighty Mortals Online Class (11 Apr 2026)

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Reach Every Voice

Greek Myths & Mighty Mortals Online Class

When: Six sessions on Saturdays from 12pm - 1pm from March 7th - April 18th (No session 4/4, make-up date on 4/25 if needed)

Where: Virtual

Cost: $225 for full course

Registration: Students need to register by Mar 6, 2026. Register here.

Explore gods, heroes, and the stories that still inspire!

Attention all typers! The gods and goddesses of Mt. Olympus formally invite you to explore Ancient Greece. Over six weeks, you will learn about the stories, context, and far-reaching influence of Greek mythology.

Join Emma online each Saturday at 12:00 PM eastern / 9:00 AM Pacific for an educational odyssey.

Class will be scaffolded for learners to be able to engage at many levels. So bring your boards, stencils, keyboards, and devices and come prepared for fun!

Recordings will be provided for those who are unable to attend live classes.

Stress-Free IEP® Podcast Live: Matthew Fishleder on Finding Your Parenting Voice During IEP Stress (14 Apr 2026)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Stress-Free IEP® Podcast Live

Matthew Fishleder on Finding Your Parenting Voice During IEP Stress

Date: Tuesday, April 14th

Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Location: Virtual -- Register for the podcast here or watch live on YouTube.

Cost: Free

When the IEP process gets stressful, many parents lose confidence in their own parenting voice. Psychotherapist Matthew explains why stress, school systems, and personal history can make parents react instead of respond. Learn how self-awareness, emotional regulation, and presence help parents stay steady and support their children more effectively. This conversation explores practical ways to reconnect with your inner calm and parent with clarity during challenging moments.

Potomac Community Resources: "Transition Times" Webinar (15 Apr 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Potomac Community Resources

Transition Times Webinar: "DORS and Social Security"

Registration: Register for this free webinar here.

Please join PCR's virtual Transition Times program on Wednesday, April 15th at 6:30 PM for a presentation on Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) & Social Security.

The DORS presentation will feature Valarie Pridgen, Transition Rehabilitation Specialist for Montgomery County, who will explain all of the DORS programs and services to help individuals obtain jobs in the community. The Social Security presentation will feature Michael Dalto, High Note Consulting, LLC, who will discuss eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).

This free webinar is presented in partnership with the MCPS Transition Services Unit.

Simultaneous ASL and Spanish interpretation will be provided. The webinar will be recorded in both English and Spanish, and the recording will be archived on the PCR website: www.pcr-inc.org. Simultaneous interpretation and translation of documents in other languages may be available with advance request to Melissa Wyman, PCR Respite Care & Community Engagement Director, at mwyman@pcr-inc.org.

Shine Brighter Together 2026: Autism Acceptance Month Event (18 Apr 2026)

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Montgomery Parks

Shine Brighter Together

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026 (Rain Date is Saturday, April 13, 2024)

Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: Wheaton Regional Park, 2000 Shorefield Road, Wheaton, Maryland 20902

Cost: This event is FREE and open to the public.

April is Autism Acceptance Month! To recognize its significance, various agencies from across the county are “shining brighter together” at a fun family-friendly event at Wheaton Regional Park! Participate in hands-on, sensory-friendly activities while learning more about autism and the variety of resources available in Montgomery County.

Resource Tables

The Arc Montgomery County
Autism Society of Maryland
Brookside Nature Center
City of Gaithersburg
City of Rockville
Maryland ABLE
Montgomery County Recreation
Montgomery Parks, Program Access
SPIRIT Club
...and more!

See the Montgomery Parks site for a full list of events and activities!

Fun at the Farm in Celebration of Autism Acceptance Month (18 Apr 2026)

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Children's Specialized ABA

Fun at the Farm in Celebration of Autism Acceptance Month

When: Saturday, April 18th 11:00a.m. - 2:00p.m.

Location: Dragonfly Acres Farm, 1278 Meyers Station Rd Odenton, Maryland

Cost: Free

Registration: Register here.

In celebration of Autism Acceptance Month, we are offering a free day at the Dragonfly Acres Farm.

We will have sensory stations, a mud kitchen and families will get to enjoy meeting the animals on the farm!

Reach Every Voice - Greek Myths & Mighty Mortals Online Class (18 Apr 2026)

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Reach Every Voice

Greek Myths & Mighty Mortals Online Class

When: Six sessions on Saturdays from 12pm - 1pm from March 7th - April 18th (No session 4/4, make-up date on 4/25 if needed)

Where: Virtual

Cost: $225 for full course

Registration: Students need to register by Mar 6, 2026. Register here.

Explore gods, heroes, and the stories that still inspire!

Join Emma online each Saturday at 12:00 PM eastern / 9:00 AM Pacific for an educational odyssey.

Class will be scaffolded for learners to be able to engage at many levels. So bring your boards, stencils, keyboards, and devices and come prepared for fun!

Recordings will be provided for those who are unable to attend live classes.

Training Rides for Bike to the Beach 2026 (19 Apr 2026)

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

xMinds Bike to the Beach 2026: Training Rides

Interested in joining the xMinds bike group for a beautiful bike ride on a weekend morning? Everyone is welcome!

We hope you will decide to join Team xMinds for our Bike to the Beach Fundraiser on Friday, June 19th, but feel free to join us for these training rides even if you can't!

For more information or to show your support click here.

Contact: Please email our Team Captain Patrick Quigley to tell him you'll be joining us. He will contact you with more details and updates.

Schedule and locations of practice rides:

Sunday, March 29th @ 9:00am

Ken-Gar Palisades Park, total distance 20 miles

Starting point: 4140 Wexford Dr, Kensington, MD 20895

Saturday, April 19 @ 9:00am

Shirlington to Vienna and back on W&OD Trail, total distance 25 miles

Starting point: W&OD Trailhead, Shirlington Rd. & S. Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington, VA 22206

Sunday, May 3 @ 9:00am

Mt. Vernon to National Harbor & back, total distance 30 miles

Starting point: Chalkboard Wings & BBQ, 8723 Cooper Rd, Alexandria, VA 22309

Sunday, May 17 @ 9:00am

Route TBD, total distance 35 miles

Starting point: TBD

Sunday, May 31 @ 9:00am

Shirlington to Herndon and back on W&OD Trail, total distance 40 miles

Starting point: W&OD Trailhead, Shirlington Rd. & S. Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington, VA 22206

Sunday, June 14 @ 9:00am

Hains Point/East Potomac Park (taper ride), total distance 21 miles

Starting point: Hains Point/East Potomac Park, Southernmost Parking Lot, Ohio Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024

Ride day is Friday, June 19th!

Stress-Free IEP® Podcast Live: Dr. Maggie Kang: From Overwhelm to Confident IEP Advocacy (21 Apr 2026)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Stress-Free IEP® Podcast Live

Dr. Maggie Kang: From Overwhelm to Confident IEP Advocacy

Date: Tuesday, April 21st

Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Location: Virtual -- Register for the podcast here or watch live on YouTube.

Cost: Free

Learn how to handle the emotional stress of IEP advocacy while staying organized and clear. Dr. Maggie Kang shares how to turn medical reports into strong school support plans. Discover how to help your child speak up, manage accommodations, and know their rights. This episode gives parents real tools to move from overwhelm to confident advocacy.

Starobin Counseling: Support for Siblings of Autistic Kids (21 Apr 2026)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Starobin Counseling, LLC

Support for Siblings of Autistic Kids

Dates: Meets Tuesdays every other week between February 10th and June 2nd, 2026 from 6:00PM to 7:00PM

Location: Virtual

Registration: Application & screening are required. Apply here.

Cost: $85/session

Having an autistic sibling is a unique experience.

Siblings Together groups give your child the opportunity to be a part of a collective that shares similar experiences and faces similar challenges.

Starobin Counseling’s Sibling Support Group provides a supportive and therapeutic environment for children who have autistic siblings.

The Siblings Together group for kids & tweens (ages 8-13) is open to residents of Maryland, Virginia, Colorado and DC.

Groups are facilitated by Caron Starobin, LCSW-C.

Let's Talk Transitions -- Parent Discussion Group (22 Apr 2026)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Hosted by the xMinds Committee on Student Transitions to Adulthood

Time: 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM

Future Dates: Typically the fourth Wednesday of every month with the exception of holidays.

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

The xMinds Committee on Student Transitions to Adulthood is hosting a monthly online discussion group for Montgomery County parents of an autistic student in middle or high school. Parents in other locations are also welcome!

Take a break from your busy schedule! Put your feet up, click your link, and take this opportunity to chat, connect, and share experiences with other local parents who are considering their autistic teen's post-high school plans.

xMinds now hosts a Facebook group that shares the resources that come up in these discussions. Want to join it? Just click this link and the moderator will approve you. https://www.facebook.com/groups/618351869265897

Also, if you're looking for information, see our Transition Resources page.

Register to receive your Zoom link.

xMinds Monthly Webinar with Selene Almazan, Esq., Legal Director of COPAA (23 Apr 2026)

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

xMinds Monthly Speaker Series

April 2026

with Selene Almazan, Esq., Legal Director of COPAA

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026

How do shifting policies in Washington, Annapolis, and MCPS directly impact your child's classroom services? Join xMinds on Thursday, April 23 for an essential primer with COPAA Legal Director Selene Almazan, Esq., to learn how the special education funding and oversight framework actually works. Understanding this system is the critical first step to effectively advocating for your child and protecting their rights in school.

Live Spanish Translation will be available during the webinar/Habrá interpretación en vivo al español durante el seminario web.

Ciclo de Conferencias de xMinds

con Selene Almazán, Esq., Directora Legal de COPAA

Ubicación: Virtual

Precio: Gratis

Cuándo: Jueves, el 23 de abril, de 19:00 a 20:30.

¿Cómo afectan directamente los cambios en las políticas de Washington, Annapolis y el MCPS a los servicios que recibe su hijo en el aula? Acompañe a xMinds el jueves 23 de abril en una sesión informativa fundamental con la Directora Legal de COPAA, la abogada Selene Almazan, para comprender cómo funciona realmente el marco de financiación y supervisión de la educación especial. Entender este sistema constituye el primer paso crucial para abogar eficazmente por su hijo y proteger sus derechos en la escuela.

The Relationship Bootcamp at Starobin Counseling (25 Apr 2026)

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Starobin Counseling, LLC

The Relationship Bootcamp

Dates: Saturday, April 25th and Sunday April 26th from 9am to 5:30pm

Location: Starobin Counseling, 18213 Hillcrest Avenue, Olney, MD 20832

Registration: Register here.

Cost: $650/individual, $1300/couple

See Event Site for more details.

The Relationship Bootcamp is a two day workshop in Olney, MD for couples & individuals that teaches practical tools to improve communication, resolve conflict and build intimacy. This event isn't about parenting, but when parents experience deeper connection & intimacy their children will also benefit.

Based on Terry Real's Relational Life Therapy model, the workshop focuses on minute-to-minute skills including:

Overriding knee-jerk reactions in heated moments to navigate conflict calmly
Breaking free from the losing strategies that block intimacy
Complaining without blame in order to get more of what you want from your relationship
Encouraging (not discouraging) your partner’s efforts, and celebrating progress
Letting go of the battle and working together to find a solution

Caron Starobin, LCSW-C and Valerie Kolick, LGPC & Certified Relationship Coach facilitate the bootcamp in a way that's mindful & affirming of neurodivergence.

When Accommodations Aren't Enough: DC Peers' Annual Neurodiversity Roundtable (26 Apr 2026)

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

DC Peers

When Accommodations Aren't Enough: DC Peers' Annual Neurodiversity Roundtable

Location: DC Peers' Neurospace, 4709 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington DC 20016

Cost: Free

Dates: Sunday, April 26th, 1:00PM to 3:00PM

Registration: Register here.

More employers than ever are actively recruiting neurodivergent workers, and the trend is growing. But most jobs still weren't designed with autistic neurologies in mind, and even well-intentioned accommodations don't always help. This year we want to talk about the nuances that slip through the cracks of "inclusiveness" and can make all the difference in whether a job works out. We'll start with real stories and discuss some of the hard questions about disclosure, fit, and what to do when an employer genuinely wants things to work but doesn't know how. What would it look like to design work around a person's actual strengths? And to help neurodivergent and neurotypical colleagues actually understand each other? Autistic folks, parents, counselors, job coaches, and employers are all welcome.

Lunchtime Reboot: Recharge and Prevent Parent Burnout (27 Apr 2026)

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Lunchtime Reboot

When: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM, usually the second Monday of each month with exceptions for holidays.

Location: Virtual -- Register to receive your Zoom link.

Presenter: Magüi Moreno, Certified Mindfulness Teacher, Author and Parenting Coach

Cost: Free!

Come pamper yourself! In this one hour online session, certified mindfulness teacher and parent coach, Magüi Moreno, will share simple and realistic self-care practices specifically designed for parents of autistic children.

Avoiding parent burnout is possible: together we will explore some ways to meet your own needs at the same time as you support your child's.

Upcoming 2026 topics:

Apr. 27 - Celebrating Small Wins (and Redefining Success)
May 18 - Handling Other People's Opinions (and Protecting Your Peace)
Jun. 15 - Finding Joy Again: Reconnecting with What Lights You Up
Sep. 7 - Navigating School and Services Without Burning Out
Oct. 5 - Caring For Yourself Without Guilt
Nov. 2 - The Power of Connection: Building Your Support Network
Dec. 7 - Holidays Survival Guide for Parents

Your host Magüi Moreno is a certified mindfulness teacher, parent coach and mom to a 14 year-old autistic son. She offers online courses, group facilitation and one-on-one coaching in both English and Spanish to parents of neurodivergent kids on wellbeing, emotional self-regulation and mindfulness. For more info about her work visit www.maguimoreno.com

Small Steps Together -- Parents Discussion Group (27 Apr 2026)

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Hosted by the xMinds Elementary and Preschool Parent Outreach Committee

Time: 7 – 7:45 PM

Future dates: Typically the fourth Monday of every month except for holidays.

Location: Virtual -- Register to receive your Zoom link.

Cost: Free!

The xMinds Preschool and Elementary Parent Outreach Committee is hosting a monthly online discussion group for Montgomery County parents or caregivers of preschool and elementary age autistic students. Parents and caregivers in other locations are also welcome!

Take a break from your busy schedule! Put your feet up, click your link, and take this opportunity to chat, connect, and share experiences with other local parents who are on the same path. Our committee is here to help you navigate this crucial stage in your child's life.

Find resources on MCPS services and interactive map of MCPS programs on the xMinds website here: Preschool Resources and Elementary Services.

And don't miss our next in-person Playground Meetup!

Stress-Free IEP® Podcast Live: Sean McCormick on Executive Function Skills for IEP Success (28 Apr 2026)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Stress-Free IEP® Podcast Live

Sean McCormick on Executive Function Skills for IEP Success

Date: Tuesday, April 28th

Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Location: Virtual -- Register for the podcast here or watch live on YouTube.

Cost: Free

Struggling with organization, time, and follow-through? Executive function skills are the key. Sean McCormick explains what these skills are and why they matter for school and life. Learn the risks of ignoring them—and how to build them into your child’s IEP or 504 plan. Get simple, practical strategies to help your child become more independent and confident.

CHADD of Northern Virginia and DC: Preparing Your Neurodiverse Teen For Their Launch to College (01 May 2026)

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

CHADD of Northern Virginia and DC

Preparing Your Neurodiverse Teen For Their Launch to College, presented by Andrea Malkin Brenner, PhD.

Training Rides for Bike to the Beach 2026 (03 May 2026)

Sun, 03 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

xMinds Bike to the Beach 2026: Training Rides

Interested in joining the xMinds bike group for a beautiful bike ride on a weekend morning? Everyone is welcome!

We hope you will decide to join Team xMinds for our Bike to the Beach Fundraiser on Friday, June 19th, but feel free to join us for these training rides even if you can't!

For more information or to show your support click here.

Contact: Please email our Team Captain Patrick Quigley to tell him you'll be joining us. He will contact you with more details and updates.

Schedule and locations of practice rides:

Sunday, March 29th @ 9:00am

Ken-Gar Palisades Park, total distance 20 miles

Starting point: 4140 Wexford Dr, Kensington, MD 20895

Saturday, April 19 @ 9:00am

Shirlington to Vienna and back on W&OD Trail, total distance 25 miles

Starting point: W&OD Trailhead, Shirlington Rd. & S. Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington, VA 22206

Sunday, May 3 @ 9:00am

Mt. Vernon to National Harbor & back, total distance 30 miles

Starting point: Chalkboard Wings & BBQ, 8723 Cooper Rd, Alexandria, VA 22309

Sunday, May 17 @ 9:00am

Route TBD, total distance 35 miles

Starting point: TBD

Sunday, May 31 @ 9:00am

Shirlington to Herndon and back on W&OD Trail, total distance 40 miles

Starting point: W&OD Trailhead, Shirlington Rd. & S. Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington, VA 22206

Sunday, June 14 @ 9:00am

Hains Point/East Potomac Park (taper ride), total distance 21 miles

Starting point: Hains Point/East Potomac Park, Southernmost Parking Lot, Ohio Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024

Ride day is Friday, June 19th!

People of the Global Majority Discussion Group (04 May 2026)

Mon, 04 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Hosted by the xMinds BIPOC Committee

Future Dates: This is a continuing monthly discussion group with occasional speakers. This group typically meets the 1st Monday of every month, with adjustments for holidays.

Time: 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM

Location: Virtual (register to receive your Zoom link)

Cost: Free

People of the Global Majority is a discussion group for MoCo parents/guardians of autistic students who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), hosted by the xMinds BIPOC Outreach Committee. Daria Hall, chair of the Committee will facilitate. Guest speakers are often invited to provide information of interest to parents of autistic children. Individuals who are not BIPOC are always welcome to join our discussion group when we have a guest speaker.

Take a break from your busy schedule! Put your feet up, click your link, and take this opportunity to chat, connect, and share experiences with other parents in the BIPOC community.

** Unfortunately, we cannot offer Spanish interpretation at these discussion group sessions. **

No hay interpretación en español disponible para este evento.

Starobin Counseling: Support for Siblings of Autistic Kids (05 May 2026)

Tue, 05 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Starobin Counseling, LLC

Support for Siblings of Autistic Kids

Dates: Meets Tuesdays every other week between February 10th and June 2nd, 2026 from 6:00PM to 7:00PM

Location: Virtual

Registration: Application & screening are required. Apply here.

Cost: $85/session

Having an autistic sibling is a unique experience.

Siblings Together groups give your child the opportunity to be a part of a collective that shares similar experiences and faces similar challenges.

Starobin Counseling’s Sibling Support Group provides a supportive and therapeutic environment for children who have autistic siblings.

The Siblings Together group for kids & tweens (ages 8-13) is open to residents of Maryland, Virginia, Colorado and DC.

Groups are facilitated by Caron Starobin, LCSW-C.

Hablemos Educación Especial -- Grupo de Discusión de Padres (06 May 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Organizado por el Comité de Hispano de xMinds

Fecha: Por lo general, el primer miércoles de cada mes, con excepciones para los días festivos.

Hora: 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM

Ubicación: Virtual (regístrese para recibir su enlace de Zoom)

Costo: Gratis

El comité de xMinds sobre el alcance del idioma español está organizando un grupo de discusión en línea mensual en español para los padres de un estudiante autista del condado de Montgomery.

¡Tómese un descanso de su apretada agenda! Ponga los pies en alto, haga clic en su enlace y aproveche esta oportunidad para charlar, conectarse y compartir experiencias con otros padres de habla hispana que están criando a un niño autista y navegando por la educación especial en MoCo.

Hosted by the xMinds Spanish Language Outreach Committee

Dates: Typically the first Wednesday of every month with adjustments for holidays.

Time: 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM

Location: Virtual (register to receive your Zoom link)

Cost: Free

The xMinds committee on Spanish Language Outreach is hosting a monthly online discussion group in Spanish for Montgomery County parents of an autistic student.

Take a break from your busy schedule! Put your feet up, click your link, and take this opportunity to chat, connect, and share experiences with other Spanish-speaking parents who are raising an autistic child and navigating special education in MoCo.

4th Annual Discover Neurodiversity Supports and Services (15 May 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

CLE | College Living Experience

Discover Neurodiversity Supports in the D.C. Area: Event for Parents and Professionals

When: Friday, May 15th at 11:00 AM

Location: CLE | 402 N. Washington Street, Rockville MD

Registration: Register here. Limited space - RSVP required!

Cost: Free!

Join our event on Friday, May 15th at 11:00 am in Rockville, Maryland! Enjoy brunch, learn and meet other parents & professionals.

This free workshop is designed to share insights from Washington D.C. area's leading experts and provide valuable resources for families and providers of neurodiverse children, teens, and young adults.

Mental Health and Education Panels will feature expert speakers from:

Anxiety Institute
The Lab School
Kennedy Krieger
Alvord Baker & Associates
Child & Adolescent Neuropsychology
Accessible College
Illuminos
Fusion Academy
PrepMatters
Playful Therapy Connections
CLE
...and many more!

Expert speakers specialize in many areas including diagnoses such as ADHD, Learning Differences, 2E (Twice Exceptional/Gifted), ASD, and Anxiety.

Our expert speakers will share their knowledge and experiences, covering a wide range of topics. This is a great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and network with other families and experts in the field.

Don't miss out on this incredible event! Space is limited, RSVP today!

Reach Every Voice - Communication Partner Skill Building Intensive (15 May 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Reach Every Voice

Communication Partner Skill Building Intensive

When: Three sessions, May 15th 1-5pm; May 16th 9am-5pm; May 17th 9am-3pm

Where: Reach Every Voice Gaithersburg Office 800 S. Frederick Ave, Suite 210 Gaithersburg MD 20877

Cost: $525 for full course

Registration: Must to register by May 1, 2026, seats are limited! Register here.

Explore gods, heroes, and the stories that still inspire!

A 2.5-day, in-person training for anyone who supports a nonspeaking or partially speaking learner.

Built around a clear progression from skill building to practice to real-time coaching. See event link and flyer for more details.

Training Rides for Bike to the Beach 2026 (17 May 2026)

Sun, 17 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

xMinds Bike to the Beach 2026: Training Rides

Interested in joining the xMinds bike group for a beautiful bike ride on a weekend morning? Everyone is welcome!

We hope you will decide to join Team xMinds for our Bike to the Beach Fundraiser on Friday, June 19th, but feel free to join us for these training rides even if you can't!

For more information or to show your support click here.

Contact: Please email our Team Captain Patrick Quigley to tell him you'll be joining us. He will contact you with more details and updates.

Schedule and locations of practice rides:

Sunday, March 29th @ 9:00am

Ken-Gar Palisades Park, total distance 20 miles

Starting point: 4140 Wexford Dr, Kensington, MD 20895

Saturday, April 19 @ 9:00am

Shirlington to Vienna and back on W&OD Trail, total distance 25 miles

Starting point: W&OD Trailhead, Shirlington Rd. & S. Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington, VA 22206

Sunday, May 3 @ 9:00am

Mt. Vernon to National Harbor & back, total distance 30 miles

Starting point: Chalkboard Wings & BBQ, 8723 Cooper Rd, Alexandria, VA 22309

Sunday, May 17 @ 9:00am

Route TBD, total distance 35 miles

Starting point: TBD

Sunday, May 31 @ 9:00am

Shirlington to Herndon and back on W&OD Trail, total distance 40 miles

Starting point: W&OD Trailhead, Shirlington Rd. & S. Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington, VA 22206

Sunday, June 14 @ 9:00am

Hains Point/East Potomac Park (taper ride), total distance 21 miles

Starting point: Hains Point/East Potomac Park, Southernmost Parking Lot, Ohio Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024

Ride day is Friday, June 19th!

Preschool and Elementary Parents Open Gym/Playground Meetup (17 May 2026)

Sun, 17 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT