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Special Education
Negotiating the special education process can be overwhelming. These excellent resources help you understand the process and get the best services for your child.
The Role of Parents/Family in Responsiveness to Intervention: Full article
Assistive Technology (AT) For Individuals with Learning Disabilities: This fact sheet is intended to be a general guide to parents on the assistive technology available for students with learning disabilities. Full article
Principles of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA): An overview of the major provisions of the nation’s federal special education law. Full article
First Steps for Parents When School Problems Are Observed: Information on the problem-solving approach many schools engage in before beginning a formal process of referral for special education. Full article
Referring Children for Consideration for Special Education Services: Referral is the beginning of the special education process. Understanding this stage of the process is critical. Full article
Evaluating Children Who Have Been Referred to Determine Eligibility for Special Education Services and Requirements for Reevaluation: Basic information about the process following referral for special education. Full article
Determining Whether a Child is Eligible for Special Education Services: Detailed information on the process of determining whether a child has a specific learning disability and needs special education and related services. Full article
Developing and Implementing the IEP: Learn how to use the IEP process as an effective tool to obtain appropriate special education and related services for your child. Full article
Preparing For a Successful IEP Meeting: Tips on getting the most from your IEP meeting. Full article
Guidelines for the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) under Part C of IDEA: An overview of the IDEA provisions that provide early intervention services to infants and toddlers (birth to age 3) who have disabilities, including developmental delays, and their families. Full article
Rights and Responsibilities of Parents of Children with Disabilities: Details about your rights and responsibilities under the IDEA. Full article
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