Parents as Partners
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If you have questions or concerns about your child's IEP or 504 plan, here's who to contact:
504 Plans - your school counselor
Evaluations and Testing - your school psychologist
Medical Concerns - your school nurse
Building Scheduling and Services - your school administrator (principal or assistant principal)
If after contacting your school resources you have concerns about the services your child receives, visit the Delaware Department of Education Special Education Resources here.
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Parents are important partners in a child’s special education team. There are many ways for parents to learn and get involved. Here are a few opportunities.
Parent Council for Parents of Students with Disabilities
This group is run by BSD to give parents a place to learn and network together. There parents can find out about new issues in special ed and give feedback to school administrators. Meetings are held at Mount Pleasant Elementary School in the multi-purpose room.
Upcoming meetings
Wednesday, May 15 from 6:30-8:00 pm
Topic: TBDBrandywine Specialized Autism Program Parent Action Committee
This group is specific to parents of children with autism. Meetings are held at Mount Pleasant High School Library.
Upcoming meeting:
Wednesday, April 17 from 7:00-8:30 pm
Parent Information Center (PIC)
The Parent Information Center of Delaware (PIC/DE) is a statewide nonprofit for students and families of children with special needs. They provide information, support, and learning opportunities. Visit their website for resources and support.
