Saturday, February 28, 2026 

LOCATION: Club 21, 539 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101

Conference is vendored by Regional Center 

Conference is NOT disability specific

Info about the Conference:

Join educators and families at the 2026 Tools for the Journey Conference, on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026. Attendees will receive education and tools for supporting individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities following best practice methods for the classroom, community, and beyond. We will host presenters from all over the country and they will share their expertise and innovative, research-based strategies on a variety of topics across all ages and stages.  More information on speakers to come!

Keynote Speaker: Savanna Flakes

I’m a Possibilitarian! What’s your Superpower? 

Everything is “Possible” with Inclusion! Savanna provides a road map on why inclusive practitioners are really superheroes in disguise. Inclusive teachers use evidence-based strategies, collaborate with intentionality to increase access to the curriculum, and differentiate instruction to increase social and academic achievement for ALL students. This interactive plenary will answer two fundamental questions – How can we remove barriers to increase access to academic content? How can we add more differentiation to engage learners? Providing meaningful learning experiences that support and challenge ALL students is truly our super strength!  

Info on other speakers coming soon!

Tools For The Journey Conference is available through the generosity of: 

• Tournament of Roses
• The Von Der Ahe Foundation
• IMA Foundation