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The Resource Center
supports parents of children with disabilities, ages birth to 21. Its
mission is to promote positive, effective partnerships within the school
community. Staffed by parents of children with disabilities, the center
activities include but are not limited to the following services:
Services:
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Maintains
a lending library of articles, newsletters, books, and videotapes
on a wide range of special education topics such as special education
law, types of disabilities, support groups and recreational opportunities.
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Seeks
ways to encourage and strengthen communication between parents and
school personnel.
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Teams
with educators to teach free workshops
Understanding
Special Education
Next Steps: The Transitioning Series
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Makes
community presentations to both parent groups and school staff.
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Represents
special education issues and concerns of parents and students with
special needs.
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Directs
parents to available community resources.
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Establishes
a family-to-family support network.
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Offers
support to parents who need someone to talk to on an individual
basis in a confidential, supportive atmosphere.
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Coordinates
the PTA Special Education Liaison Project.
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