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Ad lit.org: No Child Left Behind: Options for Idea Eligible Students

For Teachers 9th - 10th
If a Title I school repeatedly underperforms, federal law provides opportunities for students to change schools or obtain additional instructional support. This parent advocacy brief looks at the information parents of students with...
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Ad lit.org: Designing a Dossier: An Instruction Book for Your Child

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Many of the adults in your child's life are unfamiliar with learning disorders in general, or your child's unique pattern of strengths and limitations. Developing a one- to three-page dossier that provides useful information about your...
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Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This sites provides a wealth of information regarding issues that surround educational rights. PACER works with parents of children with disabilities to insure educational equity.
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US Department of Education

U.s. Department of Education: My Child's Special Needs: Disabilities

For Students 9th - 10th
The U.S. Department of Education has compiled a list of links for parents of children with special needs. Topics include organizations, guides to IEPs, parent training, and much more.
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US Department of Education

U.s. Department of Education: My Child's Special Needs: A Guide to the Iep

For Students 9th - 10th
A child is guaranteed an education that is tailored to meet their needs. The IEP is the cornerstone of this education for students with special needs. Learn about the IEP and what is required on this comprehensive site.
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Services in School for Children With Special Needs: What Parents Need to Know

For Students 9th - 10th
The services offered in schools for students with disabilities can sometimes be difficult to understand. This site tells parents what they can do and what options are afforded to them under the law. (March 2011)
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The National Council on Disability

For Students 9th - 10th
The NCD is designed to guarantee equal opportunities to those with disabilities. Information on specific services and opportunities that are provided can be found here as well.
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Parents Helping Parents

For Students 9th - 10th
A wealth of information is posted on this site to do exactly what it's name suggests, help parents. Programs, resources, and support groups are just a few topics covered here.