EmpowerED: Ask the Experts – FASD and School Support Panel
Navigating the education system with a child with FASD can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. Join Proof Alliance for the first in our new EmpowerED Series.
Your child has rights. Let’s talk about them.
Join us for an in-person conversation with education, legal, mental health and caregiver experts ready to help you advocate for your child’s success in school.
Reserve your spot today and be part of this empowering in-person session. Space is limited—early registration is encouraged.
Panelists Include:
Abigail Adkins, JD
Attorney,
An attorney at Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services’ Education Law Advocacy Project, Abigail represents students with disabilities and their families across 33 counties in southern Minnesota. She’s passionate about dismantling barriers to education and fighting for the rights of marginalized youth.
Kim Hicks
Parent, Advocate, Policy Expert,
As a parent of 8 children, a former teacher, and a lifelong advocate, Kim brings lived experience and professional insight to the IEP table. She believes in student-centered solutions and empowering caregivers to ask the right questions and find the right support.
Annie Mogush, Ph.D
Therapist and Caregiver,
A pre-licensed mental health therapist with a background in education, Annie works primarily with individuals shaped by complex trauma. Her deep understanding of both the classroom and the counseling room makes her uniquely equipped to support students with FASD and their caregivers.
Martha Johnson
Education Consultant,
A longtime collaborator with Proof Alliance, Martha is a veteran educator and parent of a young adult with ARND. She spent 28 years in Saint Paul Public Schools and consults on trauma-informed and FASD-informed education. Her work focuses on reducing blame and building stronger, more connected support for families.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, September 7
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CST
Location: Proof Alliance Office, St. Paul, MN
Free childcare for school-aged children (ages 5–18) is available onsite during the event in our Youth Room from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. *Childcare spots are limited—please register early to reserve yours!*
Event Agenda:
10:00 a.m. – Welcome + panel introductions
10:30 a.m. – Structured questions for panelists
11:15 a.m. – Social Q & A and connection time
12:00 p.m. – Wrap-up and departure
Know Before You Go
Everything you need to know before joining us:
EmpowerED: Ask the Experts – FASD and School Support Panel is designed specifically for caregivers of children with an FASD. This back-to-school panel offers helpful tips and simple strategies to support your child’s success during the school year. Please share this opportunity with caregivers who might benefit!
Yes! Free childcare is provided for school-aged children (ages 5–18) during the event, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Childcare will take place in the Youth Room. Space is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so advance registration is required.
A: Yes! We’ll have coffee and scones available for caregivers to enjoy. For kids in childcare, we’ll provide juice boxes, water and granola bars.
Yes, Proof Alliance staff may take photos during the event to use in future materials and on social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, just let a staff member know when you arrive. We’ll always respect your wishes.
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