TNSTEP supports TN families by providing free information, advocacy training, and support services to families of children eligible to receive special education

Joined July 2013
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24 May 2022
While our mission of supporting families of children with disabilities continues as strong as ever, we carefully and intentionally decided to rebrand with the goal of putting Tennessee first, to make our services easier to find by those who need us most. STEP, Inc. is now TNSTEP!
10 Mar 2022
Great information and training at your fingertips once again! Thank you for your patience.
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8 Mar 2022
Happy International Women's Day! We are so grateful for the dedicated and hardworking women on our team! Lisa, Dorca, Donna, Beth, Karen, Patricia, Shuntea, & Stephanie--we celebrate you today and always.
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3 Mar 2022
Our website is down. Please call or email us if you have an urgent need. Thanks for your patience! 423-639-0125 information@tnstep.org
23 Feb 2022
Visit tnstep.org/careers for more info.
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Being aware of the areas of school life allows parents to understand the different opportunities for their kids w/ #disabilities to achieve their #IEP goals, which can happen not only through the gen curriculum but also through extracurricular and nonacademic activities.
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8 Feb 2022
This Black History Month, STEP is recognizing the important presence & impact of African Americans who have used their platforms to normalize conversations about disabilities. This week's feature is Muhammad Ali--champion boxer, advocate, & author. Story:bit.ly/3gvut6D
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If based on the evaluation conducted, the #EarlyIntervention program determines that the child is not eligible for services, they must provide prior written notice that includes sufficient details of the reasons for the determination. health.utah.gov/cshcn/pdf/Ba… #ECFamResources
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18 Jan 2022
The U.S. Postal Service has begun taking orders for at-home COVID-19 test kits. Households can order up to 4 of the rapid tests, which the postal service says will be shipped for free "in late January." n.pr/3fywTRN

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17 Jan 2022
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by sharing a question and quote that is as urgent today as the moment he spoke the words. "What are you doing for others?" #MLKDay
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As a parent, you have the Right to be Fully Informed of Your Rights Under #EarlyIntervention #PartC #IDEA #ECFamResources Learn more, health.utah.gov/cshcn/pdf/Ba…
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3 Dec 2021
We are proud to announce that STEP Board member 𝐃𝐫. 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐰 was honored with an international award for Nursing Excellence by @SigmaNursing. We hope you'll take a moment to read about the impact she's made in healthcare, underserved communities, and life!
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2 Dec 2021
We're thrilled to announce the recipients our 2021 advocacy awards - Eric Massey and Jennifer Carpenter! Keep up the great work, you two!
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HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS: @TNedu has announced an opportunity to retake the ACT for FREE this fall. Tennessee is the first – and only – state to extend an offer like this statewide to every senior. More than half who retake increase their scores. Learn more: ow.ly/CXfl50FV2yn

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31 May 2021
Today and always. 🇺🇸🤍 #MemorialDay2021
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12 Mar 2021
Watch the STEP team as they introduce Present Levels of Educational Performance (PLEP): The foundation of an IEP with Down Syndrome Awareness Group of East Tennessee (DSAG). youtu.be/RWE0EgCJ0E8
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9 Mar 2021
Únase a STEP para esta capacitación virtual en español "Seis principios de IDEA". Esta capacitación está disponible desde la comodidad de su computadora, cellular o tableta. Patrocinado por centro hispano de east TN. Regístrese bit.ly/Six-Principles-of-IDE…
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4 Mar 2021
Join STEP, Inc., and the Down Syndrome Awareness Group of East Tennessee (DSAG) for a Facebook Live training on Thursday, March 4 from 12 pm to 1 pm. Topic: Present Levels of Educational Performance (PLEP). Follow this link to watch live at noon facebook.com/steptn/

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1 Mar 2021
The latest Whole Child Update is out from the Tennessee Department of Education. To read, visit bit.ly/Whole-Child-Update-Fe…

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