ROAR

Parent Advocacy Workshop Series

Free monthly virtual workshops for parents and caregivers navigating IEPs, 504 plans, and school support systems.

Recordings will be available for registered participants.

Presented in partnership with Kai’s Promise Co.

  • Practical tools you can use right away

  • Guest speakers with real-world experience

  • An in-person parent panel in June

Save Your Spot

Complete the form below to register. You’ll receive a confirmation email and reminders before each session.

Dates + Format

Virtual sessions are held from 7:00–7:45 PM EST.

Dates:

Thursday, February 26, 2026

Thursday, March 26, 2026

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Thursday, May 28, 2026

June 2026: In-person Parent Advocacy Panel (Saturday). Date and location coming soon

Topics Covered:

  • IEPs & 504s

  • Meeting prep

  • Advocacy confidence

  • Tough conversations

  • Parent stories

What You’ll Gain

  • A clearer understanding of how school support systems work

  • A simple way to prepare for meetings without overwhelm

  • Communication strategies to speak up respectfully and effectively

  • A realistic approach to advocacy you can sustain

Guest Speakers

Each session includes guest insight from professionals and experienced advocates to help parents feel informed and supported. Speaker details will be announced as they are confirmed.

Meet Your Facilitator

Hi, I’m Jatoyia Armour. I’m a parent advocate and the author of ROAR at the Table. I created this series because too many parents feel dismissed or overwhelmed when trying to get support for their child. These sessions are designed to give you practical tools, language you can use, and the confidence to show up prepared.

My advocacy journey has been recognized publicly, including being featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. My son’s case became a precedent-setting moment in the special education world, where I pushed back against the system — and won.

That experience shapes how I support parents today — with clarity, preparation, and confidence.

For parents who want a deeper, step-by-step resource after the sessions, ROAR at the Table is available as an optional support tool.

Have Questions After a Session?

Parents can submit follow-up questions through the ROAR Parent Advocacy Q&A. Responses are shared in batch format for educational support. This is not legal or clinical advice and is not 1:1 coaching.

FAQ

Is this really free?

Yes. Registration is free for parents and caregivers.

Do I have to attend all sessions?

We recommend it, but you can attend the sessions that fit your schedule.

Will sessions be recorded?

Recordings will be made available at a later time for registered participants.

Is childcare provided for virtual sessions?

June event will include supervised children’s activities.