Parent Resources and Useful Links
This is a resource for families in need of computers/technology support.
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A Guide to Parent's Rights in Special Education
This guide can help you understand your rights and your child’s rights according to IDEA and the Ohio Operating Standards. It also gives you information and resources to help you understand your child’s special education supports and services.
Getting Involved with Your Child's Education
Learn about what children are expected to know and be able to do, how they are tested, and how to assist them at home.
This tool kit can help U.S. educators and others who work directly with immigrant students—including asylees and refugees—and their families.
Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI)
An organization committed to providing quality programs and services for individuals with disabilities and the families and professionals in their lives.
Ohio Academic Content Standards - Extended
These standards help to ensure that students with significant cognitive disabilities are provided with multiple ways to learn and demonstrate knowledge.
Ohio Coalition for the Education of Students with Disabilities
A statewide nonprofit organization that serves families of infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities in Ohio, and agencies who provide services to them.
Ohio Required and Optional Forms for Students with Disabilities
The forms found here may be helpful for parents and families of students with disabilities.
Partnering With Families to Build Literacy Skills
The Parents' Guides to Student Success were developed by teachers, parents and education experts in response to the Common Core State Standards that more than 45 states have adopted.
School District Report Card Resources
Ohio School Report Cards give your community a clear picture of the progress of your district and schools in raising achievement and preparing students for the future.
Secondary Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities
Comprehensive transition planning and provision of transition services beginning not later than the first IEP to be in effect when the child is fourteen years of age.