Understanding Your Child’s 504 Plan
Dr. Susan Thomas reviews required components for evaluation, eligibility, and process for creating a 504 plan. If you would like additional information abou...
Impacting Special Education Policy: Making Your Voices Heard
This training provides a review of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) law and opportunities for South Carolina parents to advocate for c...
Understanding your child’s IEP
Dr. Susan Thomas, retired Special Education Director, provides a comprehensive introduction to the Individual Education Program (IEP). This recording outlin...
Getting Ready for the Start of School for Elementary Students
The start of a new school year can be stressful for families. It’s not too early to start preparing our children (and ourselves!) for the start of school. W...
Family Connection: South Carolina’s Parent Training and Information Center
Need help understanding your child’s IEP or 504 plan? Have concerns about your child’s learning and aren’t sure who to talk to? Join us as Sally Baker, Dire...
Tips & Tricks for Positive Communication with Your Child’s School
“Everyone wins-especially the child!-when parents, caregivers, teachers, and schools have positive, effective communication. Strong, positive communic...
Asthma Ed: What You Need to Know for Back to School
It’s time for school! If your child has asthma, it will be important to communicate with your child’s school nurse and teachers about triggers, treatment, a...
Why Class Setting Matters: Making Sense of Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
How do I know if my child is in the right class for him? How does my child’s IEP team determine the most appropriate class setting for my daughter?A central...
Getting Ready for the Start of School for Middle and High School Students
Wondering how to make “Back To School” a positive thing for your middle/ high school child? Join us for strategies to lessen the stress!The beginning of a n...
You Asked, Parents Answered! Positive Communication Between Home and School
Join us as we talk with parents sharing their tips on how to have effective, positive communication with schools and their child’s teacher.Open communicatio...