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 Educational Diagnostician

    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, contact Dr. Lisa Lawson, Executive Director of Special Education and Support Services.

  • 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.

           

    Brandywine 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.       

     

    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. 

     

    Delaware Disability Hub

    This is a great website for families of kids and young adults with disabilities living in Delaware. 

     

    Delaware Department of Education Special Education

    Here, you will find important information about what is happening in special education in Delaware. You will find news, policy, and resources.  Click here to visit.