Transitioning Back to School: Helping Your Child Prepare for a Successful School Year Information and ResourcesSpecial Education

Transitioning Back to School: Helping Your Child Prepare for a Successful School Year

While the excitement of a new school year has officially begun, it's also a time…

Destiny LopezSeptember 9, 2026

Exploring New Technology Through Inclusive Feedback Community UpdatesInformation and Resources

Exploring New Technology Through Inclusive Feedback

This summer, Parent Network of WNY was contacted by Black Onyx Management, which is an…

Destiny LopezSeptember 8, 2026

Parent Network of Western New York Statement on the Proposed Transfer of OSEP from the U.S. Department of Education Uncategorized

Parent Network of Western New York Statement on the Proposed Transfer of OSEP from the U.S. Department of Education

Parent Network of Western New York (PNWNY) recognizes that too many children and youth with…

Nancy CampbellJune 18, 2026

Understanding the Autism Pride Flag: A Symbol of Identity, Acceptance, and Celebration AutismInformation and Resources

Understanding the Autism Pride Flag: A Symbol of Identity, Acceptance, and Celebration

Celebrating Autistic Pride Day – June 18 Every year on June 18, Autistic Pride Day…

Destiny LopezJune 12, 2026

Strike Up Some Fun for a Great Cause: Join Us for Our 1st Annual Bowling Fundraiser! Community Updates

Strike Up Some Fun for a Great Cause: Join Us for Our 1st Annual Bowling Fundraiser!

Tomorrow evening, families, friends, coworkers, and community supporters will come together for a night of…

Destiny LopezJune 4, 2026

From Pushback to Progress: How One Family Secured the Support Their Son Needed Success Story

From Pushback to Progress: How One Family Secured the Support Their Son Needed

For years, Zachary struggled in school. With ADHD and sensory challenges that impacted both his…

Destiny LopezApril 9, 2026

Finding Her Voice: One Mom’s Journey Advocating for Her Son Success Story

Finding Her Voice: One Mom’s Journey Advocating for Her Son

When Michael was diagnosed with severe autism, PICA, and ADHD, his mother found herself entering…

Destiny LopezApril 9, 2026

One Family’s Journey to Finding the Right Support at School Success Story

One Family’s Journey to Finding the Right Support at School

When Chris and Taryn’s daughter began struggling at school, they knew something wasn’t quite right…

Destiny LopezApril 9, 2026

4th Annual Recreational Festival – Saturday, April 11th Community Updates

4th Annual Recreational Festival – Saturday, April 11th

Parent Network of WNY will be hosting our 4th annual Recreational Festival on April 11th…

Destiny LopezApril 9, 2026

When the Right Support Changes Everything Success Story

When the Right Support Changes Everything

When a parent found herself facing challenges with her daughter’s school experience, she felt overwhelmed…

Destiny LopezMarch 31, 2026