Resources for Families
Washtenaw ISD provides early childhood and special education services from birth through age 26 across Washtenaw County. Our district aims to provide exceptional service to each young child, student, and family we support.
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Medicare Eligibility for People with Disabilities
Parent Advisory Committee
The WISD Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) exists to serve two basic functions:
- To advise the WISD Board of Education on matters pertaining to special education; and
- To fulfill those responsibilities designated in PA 451. The PAC also facilitates communication, awareness, and involvement between parents, local districts, Boards of Education/Boards of Directors and the Intermediate School District.
Transition Services
The ultimate goal of the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD), Special Education Department is the successful transition of all students from school to post-school activities - whether postsecondary education, vocational training, integrated employment, continuing and adult education, adult services, independent living or community participation.
Transition planning is the foundation for IEP planning process. The purpose of this website is to assist all stakeholders (students, teachers, families, and other school personnel) in developing and implementing the Transition IEP and transition planning throughout the secondary years.
Upcoming Events in the Community
Upcoming 25-26 WISD Transition Student and Parent/Guardian Workshops
Sept 2025 - Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy September 30, 2025 5:30-6:30pm Medicaid Information, Social Security Benefits - washtenawaca.org
Oct 2025 - Transition Information Services Student and Parent Workshop October 23, 2025 9-11:30am Many agencies to speak and work with families - Join us on Zoom
March 2026 - Transition Law Night Workshop March 19, 2026 6-7:30pm Introduction to Postsecondary Transition Law/Information
April 2026 - MI Able Parent Workshop April 7, 2026 5:30-6:30pm Benefits for setting up MI Able accounts for your student's care and well-being - miable.org
May 2026 - Transition Information Services Student and Parent Workshop May 14, 2026 5-7:30pm Many agencies to speak and work with families - Join us on Zoom
For more information: call (734) 994-8100 ext. 1520 or email
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November is National Family Caregivers Month — a time to recognize and support the millions of family caregivers navigating care every single day.
This year, Caregiver Action Network is celebrating with Plug-in to Care, our campaign to connect caregivers with the resources, support, and community they deserve.
Introducing Care Connections: The Plug-in to Care Webinar Series — five free webinars featuring expert speakers from across industries, moderated by CAN's CEO Marvell Adams Jr.
We'll be bringing together leading voices in caregiving, workplace policy, mental health, financial planning, and more to share practical tools, expert guidance, and real community support.
Register once and get instant access to all five webinars + replays. No juggling multiple registrations. No missing sessions. Just one simple sign-up to access everything!
What You'll Get:
✅ Guidance on how to find trustworthy resources and spot scams — featuring insights from AARP and legal experts
✅ Intel on workplace benefits and caregiver support options you might not know about — from HR leaders and employee benefits specialists
✅ Real strategies for building community and connection — with mental health and community support experts
✅ Solutions for managing multiple generations of care — from youth caregiving and aging experts
✅ Financial planning and insurance guidance — from financial advisors and insurance specialists
✅ Ways to turn your caregiving experience into action
All five sessions are 1 PM EST.
🗓️ Nov. 3 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Your Way Through Resources
🗓️ Nov. 7 | Plug-in to Care: Building Caregiver-Friendly Workplaces
🗓️ Nov. 10 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Strength in Community and Connections
🗓️ Nov. 14 | Plug-in to Care: The Intergenerational Balancing Act
🗓️ Nov. 19 | Plug-in to Care: Turning Caregiver Experience into Action
Whether you're new to caregiving or have been balancing it all for years, there's something here for you.
No ID or personal information required. Visit Washtenaw Literacy ESL to register.
Practice your English as a Second Language (ESL) skills for free over Zoom. To participate, you must live, work, volunteer, or go to school in Washtenaw County. For Intermediate - Advanced Level English Learners.
No ID or personal information required. Visit Washtenaw Literacy ESL to register.
- Climbing wall
- Obstacle course
- Soft spring floor
- Hula hoops
- Yoga balls
- Hippity Hop
- Frisbee
- Foot/hand-bag
- Balloon dancing
- Slack-line
Plus: Amazing music to dance, move and roll with.
Sliding Scale: $15-$20
Practice your English as a Second Language (ESL) skills for free over Zoom. To participate, you must live, work, volunteer, or go to school in Washtenaw County. For Intermediate - Advanced Level English Learners.
No ID or personal information required. Visit Washtenaw Literacy ESL to register.
Citizenship Tutoring Available!
SkyWild Summit is an immersive overnight program that combines independent living skill practice, pre-vocational skill building, enrichment, and social opportunities — along with all the fun of traditional camp.
Here are the details:
Dates: November 12–15, 2025
Where: North Star Reach in Pinckney, MI
Who: Adults 18+ (participants must be independent with toileting and showering)
Cost: $1,499 (includes lodging, meals, individualized programming, and apparel)
Many participants use their CMH respite funding to attend, and additional financial aid is available
The program also includes favorite camp traditions like a talent show, archery, arts & crafts, and our sensory room, while creating space for meaningful friendships and real-world growth.
Practice your English as a Second Language (ESL) skills for free over Zoom. To participate, you must live, work, volunteer, or go to school in Washtenaw County. For Intermediate - Advanced Level English Learners.
No ID or personal information required. Visit Washtenaw Literacy ESL to register.
No Class on 11/27
Are you ready to leave for college or be out on your own? Are you prepared to do adult tasks and have skills to be successful? Michigan State University Extension's Adulting 101 programs help teenagers and young adults demystify the obscure reality of being an “adult” through engaging educational sessions. Each FREE session is packed full of important life skills and tools necessary to live independently!
Cost: FREE
Register
- Learning how to manage disagreements with respect and open-mindedness is an important part of adulthood. In this workshop, youth will gain essential tools for navigating tough conversations, whether with friends, family or classmates. Participants will leave with strategies to approach conflict confidently, express themselves respectfully and find common ground with others. Youth will find ways to handle challenging discussions with patience and empathy, paving the way for stronger, healthier relationships.
Accommodations
Michigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Contact Information
For information, contact:
Kathy Jamieson - jamies13@msu.edu
Laurie Rivetto - rivettol@msu.edu
Janice Zerbe - rajzerj@msu.edu
- How to Use Computers, Phones, and Tablets
- Internet Safety and Privacy
- Email and Social Media Etiquette
- Digital Skills for Fun, Work and Everyday Life
- Using Zoom for appointments
No Registration Needed!
Personal Devices Welcome
Register once for access to All Webinars
November is National Family Caregivers Month — a time to recognize and support the millions of family caregivers navigating care every single day.
This year, Caregiver Action Network is celebrating with Plug-in to Care, our campaign to connect caregivers with the resources, support, and community they deserve.
Introducing Care Connections: The Plug-in to Care Webinar Series — five free webinars featuring expert speakers from across industries, moderated by CAN's CEO Marvell Adams Jr.
We'll be bringing together leading voices in caregiving, workplace policy, mental health, financial planning, and more to share practical tools, expert guidance, and real community support.
Register once and get instant access to all five webinars + replays. No juggling multiple registrations. No missing sessions. Just one simple sign-up to access everything!
What You'll Get:
✅ Guidance on how to find trustworthy resources and spot scams — featuring insights from AARP and legal experts
✅ Intel on workplace benefits and caregiver support options you might not know about — from HR leaders and employee benefits specialists
✅ Real strategies for building community and connection — with mental health and community support experts
✅ Solutions for managing multiple generations of care — from youth caregiving and aging experts
✅ Financial planning and insurance guidance — from financial advisors and insurance specialists
✅ Ways to turn your caregiving experience into action
All five sessions are 1 PM EST.
🗓️ Nov. 3 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Your Way Through Resources
🗓️ Nov. 7 | Plug-in to Care: Building Caregiver-Friendly Workplaces
🗓️ Nov. 10 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Strength in Community and Connections
🗓️ Nov. 14 | Plug-in to Care: The Intergenerational Balancing Act
🗓️ Nov. 19 | Plug-in to Care: Turning Caregiver Experience into Action
Whether you're new to caregiving or have been balancing it all for years, there's something here for you.
Supporting Positive Growth: A Behavior is Communication Series is a free, hybrid program designed for parents and caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages. This series explores how behavior serves as a form of communication and offers trauma-informed strategies to support positive growth. Participants will learn relationship-based approaches to encourage connection and prevent challenging behaviors in home, school, and community settings.
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No ID or personal information required. Visit Washtenaw Literacy ESL to register.
Practice your English as a Second Language (ESL) skills for free over Zoom. To participate, you must live, work, volunteer, or go to school in Washtenaw County. For Intermediate - Advanced Level English Learners.
No ID or personal information required. Visit Washtenaw Literacy ESL to register.
🧭 Career Exploration Opportunity for Washtenaw County Students
Presented by WISD Career & Technical Education and Special Education Departments
📅 Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
🕘 Departure: 9:00 AM (Arrive by 8:50 AM)
🕐 Return: Approximately 1:15 PM
📍 Departure/Return Location:
WISD Teaching & Learning Center (students must be dropped off at the TLC and picked up from the TLC once we return)
1819 S. Wagner Rd., Ann Arbor, MI
🏢 Event: MiCareer Quest Southeast
📍 Location: Suburban Collection Showplace
46100 Grand River Ave., Novi, MI 48374
💼 Why Attend?
Students will explore high-demand careers in:
🔧 Advanced Manufacturing
🏗️ Construction
🩺 Health Sciences
💻 Information Technology
This interactive event features hands-on exhibits and real-world demonstrations created by industry professionals to help students experience what it’s like to work in today’s most exciting industries.
🎓 Who Can Attend?
Each Washtenaw County district has a limited number of student slots:(see chart below)
Chaperone Requirement:
Each district must send 1 staff chaperone who will remain with their students for the duration of the trip and stay until students are picked up by school or guardian.
What to Bring:
Bagged lunch (to eat on the bus ride back)
📅 Important Deadline:
Permission slips must be submitted by: October 15, 2025
After this date, any remaining seats will be offered first come, first served.
🎥 Watch last year’s highlights:
https://youtube.com/watch?v=YUGb-gteq5c&si=Z9iU5WqnV-pYFAJ7
📞 Questions? Contact:
Joy Taylor
Kelly M. Higgins
- Learn how an idea that started with parents became a reality
- Harnessing the power of Parents
Join the conversation by RSVPing to info@sailhousingsolutions.org.
- Climbing wall
- Obstacle course
- Soft spring floor
- Hula hoops
- Yoga balls
- Hippity Hop
- Frisbee
- Foot/hand-bag
- Balloon dancing
- Slack-line
Plus: Amazing music to dance, move and roll with.
Sliding Scale: $15-$20
Practice your English as a Second Language (ESL) skills for free over Zoom. To participate, you must live, work, volunteer, or go to school in Washtenaw County. For Intermediate - Advanced Level English Learners.
No ID or personal information required. Visit Washtenaw Literacy ESL to register.
Citizenship Tutoring Available!
Register once for access to All Webinars
November is National Family Caregivers Month — a time to recognize and support the millions of family caregivers navigating care every single day.
This year, Caregiver Action Network is celebrating with Plug-in to Care, our campaign to connect caregivers with the resources, support, and community they deserve.
Introducing Care Connections: The Plug-in to Care Webinar Series — five free webinars featuring expert speakers from across industries, moderated by CAN's CEO Marvell Adams Jr.
We'll be bringing together leading voices in caregiving, workplace policy, mental health, financial planning, and more to share practical tools, expert guidance, and real community support.
Register once and get instant access to all five webinars + replays. No juggling multiple registrations. No missing sessions. Just one simple sign-up to access everything!
What You'll Get:
✅ Guidance on how to find trustworthy resources and spot scams — featuring insights from AARP and legal experts
✅ Intel on workplace benefits and caregiver support options you might not know about — from HR leaders and employee benefits specialists
✅ Real strategies for building community and connection — with mental health and community support experts
✅ Solutions for managing multiple generations of care — from youth caregiving and aging experts
✅ Financial planning and insurance guidance — from financial advisors and insurance specialists
✅ Ways to turn your caregiving experience into action
All five sessions are 1 PM EST.
🗓️ Nov. 3 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Your Way Through Resources
🗓️ Nov. 7 | Plug-in to Care: Building Caregiver-Friendly Workplaces
🗓️ Nov. 10 | Plug-in to Care: Finding Strength in Community and Connections
🗓️ Nov. 14 | Plug-in to Care: The Intergenerational Balancing Act
🗓️ Nov. 19 | Plug-in to Care: Turning Caregiver Experience into Action
Whether you're new to caregiving or have been balancing it all for years, there's something here for you.
Welcome to Club SkyWild
Club SkyWild is a unique social program for neurodivergent adults (ages 18+) designed to foster connection, creativity, and fun. Held the third Wednesday of each month from 7–9 PM in Ypsilanti, MI, participants enjoy a vibrant mix of activities, from painting and cooking classes, to game tournaments, to laid-back chats in a cozy quiet room. Upon arrival, you'll receive SkyWild Dollars called "Hollars" to spend on snacks, drinks, and activities, letting you practice money management while having a blast. Whether you're crafting, cooking, or just catching up with friends, Club SkyWild is a welcoming space to relax, learn new skills, and explore your creativity.
Pricing Information
Drop-In Rate: $25 per session
Pay as you go and join us for any session that fits your schedule!
6-Session Package: $125
Save by purchasing a 6-session package! This flexible option allows you to attend any six sessions of your choice over time.
Both options include access to all activities, snacks, drinks, and the full Club SkyWild experience.
Practice your English as a Second Language (ESL) skills for free over Zoom. To participate, you must live, work, volunteer, or go to school in Washtenaw County. For Intermediate - Advanced Level English Learners.
No ID or personal information required. Visit Washtenaw Literacy ESL to register.
No Class on 11/27
The Social Scene – A Monthly Community Night to Celebrate Friendship & Inclusion
Join us every third Thursday for The Social Scene, a vibrant, all-ages community event designed to foster friendship, connection, and belonging. Enjoy music, games, free food, and a welcoming environment where people of all abilities and backgrounds are valued, respected, and celebrated. Whether you're looking to meet new friends or simply enjoy a fun night out, this is the place to be!
📅 Every 3rd Thursday | ⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Work and Play Disability Community Center – 444 Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti
🎉 Presented in collaboration with the Work and Play Disability Community Center, REIA Education Network Team of Michigan and the EMU Women’s Resource Center
Dr. Kimberly D. Ferrell, Ph.D. is the Coordinator of the EMU Women’s Resource Center and founder of the REIA Education Network Team of Michigan. An award-winning educator and activist, she is dedicated to creating inclusive, healing-centered spaces that uplift marginalized voices and celebrate intersectional identity.
- How to Use Computers, Phones, and Tablets
- Internet Safety and Privacy
- Email and Social Media Etiquette
- Digital Skills for Fun, Work and Everyday Life
- Using Zoom for appointments
No Registration Needed!
Personal Devices Welcome
Program Map
Chelsea Young Adult
114 N. Main St.Chelsea, MI 48118
Dexter Young Adult
7890 Ann Arbor Rd.Dexter, MI 48130
Liberty Young Adult
3200 W. LibertyAnn Arbor, MI 48103
Washtenaw News Young Adult
1935 S. IndustrialAnn Arbor, 48104
Carpenter Young Adult
2835 Carpenter Rd., Suites 1 & 3Ann Arbor, MI 48108
WCC Young Adult
Tech & Industrial Bldg., Rooms 130/132Ann Arbor, MI 48105
EMU Young Adult
John W. Porter Bldg., Suites 129/130Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Ypsilanti Downtown Young Adult
301 W. Michigan Ave., Suites 101 & AYpsilanti, MI 48197
High Point / Deaf & Hard of Hearing Program
1735 Wagner Rd.Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Red Oak
850 Red Oad Rd.Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Progress Park
3980 Research Park Dr.Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Washtenaw County Complex
4125 Washtenaw Ave.Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Teaching & Learning Center (TLC)
1819 S. Wagner Rd.Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Manchester Jr. & Sr. High School
20500 Dutch Dr.Manchester, MI 48158
Riverside Intermediate School
710 E. Main St.Manchester, MI 48158
Dexter High School
2200 N. Parker Rd.Dexter MI 48130
Eberwhite Elementary School
800 Soule Blvd.Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Milan Middle School
920 N. StreetMilan, MI 48160