Scholarship Opportunities for Parents

 

The Bureau of Special Education and PaTTAN are pleased to offer a limited number of parent scholarships to the Pennsylvania Department of Education Annual Conference. Pennsylvania residents who have school-age children with a current IEP are eligible to apply.

These scholarships allow parents an opportunity to learn about recent research and best practices in special education, alongside educators and service providers who teach our children. In addition, you will be able to network with other families and service organizations from across the state.

 

  • There are a limited number of scholarships for Pennsylvania parents to attend the conference in person.
  • ​There are an unlimited number of scholarships for Pennsylvania parents who plan to attend virtually.
  • Parent scholarships cover the cost of the conference registration (in-person or virtual).
  • ​For those approved to attend in-person who are *traveling 50 miles or more, scholarships may cover the cost of lodging.


2026 PDE Parent Scholarship Application Coming Soon!

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS: JANUARY 2, 2026.