Updated August 20, 2026 Written by: Robyn Linscott, Director of Education & Family Policy and Katy Neas, CEO of The Arc of the United States The start of a new school year can bring excitement, but for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities, back-to-school preparation often includes much more than supply lists and first-day […]
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The Arc Plans for a National Day Out Event for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
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