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Disability Summit

Save the Date for the 2026 LEARN disABILITY Summit
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Welcome to LEARN's disABILITY Summit!

This Summit is an inclusive gathering, dedicated to empowering parents, caregivers, students, and the broader community. Within this space, we hope to initiate meaningful dialogue, share insights, and cultivate a deeper understanding of the challenges and triumphs experienced by those living with a range of unique capabilities. Together, we aim to build a more compassionate society where each person feels a sense of belonging within a community that celebrates all contributions. It is both our responsibility and privilege, as individuals, groups, and agencies, to foster a supportive environment for individuals who love, learn, love, communicate, and work in their own way. 

We are happy to embark on this journey with you today, where caring, knowledge, collaboration, and advocacy intersect to create more equitable and just systems of education and a future that is accessible to all. Thank you for choosing to be a part of this experience that we hope you will find transformative.

2026 disABILITY Summit

We are excited to welcome families, caregivers, educators, and community members to the 6th Annual LEARN disABILITY Summit! This important region wide event will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Great Wolf Lodge Conference Center in Mashantucket, CT.

This free, family-friendly event brings together individuals and organizations dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities from birth to age 21. Attendees can explore a wide range of exhibitors, connect with local service providers, and gather helpful resources. 

Last year's Summit featured 60+ exhibitors, 10 community partners, and welcomed over 500 attendees from across the region. The event offers a meaningful opportunity to learn, connection, and celebrate inclusion in action.

Admission and parking is free, and all are welcome! We invite you to join us for a day of learning, collaboration, and community. 

For questions, please email us at disabilitysummit@learn.k12.ct.us. Please note, this mailbox is only monitored during business hours and it may take up to 48 hours to receive a response.

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2026 Event Information

Stop in or spend the day with us at the 2026 LEARN disABILITY Summit! We are excited to partner with Great Wolf Lodge to reimagine this years event and bring our community together.

Can't find the information you're looking for? Reach out to us at disabilitysummit@learn.k12.ct.us - we're happy to help!

Exhibitor and Sponsor Information

For the first time, the LEARN disABILITY Summit will be launching online registration for exhibitors and sponsors! We're excited to make joining this year's event easier and more accessible. 

Simply complete your registration through our new online form - once submitted, you'll receive a copy of your registration via email and we'll let you know when you're confirmed.

Prefer our original registration packet? No problem - we'll continue to offer our registration packet for those who wish to complete their registration that way. Completed registration packets may be emailed to disabilitysummit@learn.k12.ct.us.

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Don't want to miss out on information for the 2026 LEARN disABILITY Summit? Fill out the form below! Please note, this is not our registration form - this is only to join our mailing list and stay in the know with the most up to date event information.

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2025 Sponsors

Lumibility

CT Tech Act Project

FamilyWise Behavior Solutions

Mohegan Sun

Community Partner Donors

Read to Grow

All Event Volunteers

East Lyme Stop and Shop

Hartford Yard Goats

Groton Big Y

EaZy Hold

East Lyme Costco

Waterford Target

Connecticut Sun