Virtual Book Club for Parents and Caregivers (Week 5)
Virtual Book Club for Parents & Caregivers in Colorado
Join the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) and PEAK Parent Center for an engaging virtual book club designed to help families support literacy at home for school-age children with significant support needs. You’ll explore practical, accessible reading and writing strategies, connect with parents across Colorado, and share real-life literacy experiences. Participants receive a free copy of the book, along with weekly chapters, videos, and resources to review before each virtual meeting.
This book club is co-facilitated by a PEAK Parent Advisor and a CDE Significant Support Needs Instructional Coach.
Who should attend:
Parents and caregivers of Colorado children who qualify for Extended Evidence Outcomes (EEOs) or Alternate Achievement Standards, including children with multiple disabilities and complex communication needs (with or without AAC).
Book: “Comprehensive Literacy for ALL: Teaching Students with Significant Disabilities to Read and Write”
By Karen Erickson & David Koppenhaver, 2020
Dates: 8 weeks starting January 22, 2026 ending March 12, 2026
January 22 & 29, February 5, 12, 19 & 26, March 5 & 12
Please commit to attending all sessions.
Sign Up:
Spots are limited, so apply today!
Visit tinyurl.com/SSNBookClub2025
**Registration closes January 12, 2026.**
Space is limited and applications are not guaranteed. You’ll be notified the week of January 12, 2026 if you’re accepted.
Questions:
Contact Julie at richter_j@cde.state.co.us or Danae at ddavison@peakparent.org.
Not sure if your child qualifies? Contact your child’s teacher or email richter_j@cde.state.co.us for more information.
