Resources for Families

VT Agency of Education - Special Education Resources for Families
The VT Agency of Education provides a lengthy list of resources for families who are working in collaboration with school support services teams. The page discusses the role of parents in Special Education, and it includes links to relevant laws and services.

Notice of Procedural Safeguards: Rights of Parents of Students with Disabilities (English)
Provided by the VT Agency of Education this document outlines general information for families, including topics such as, parental consent, evaluations, confidentiality, and compliance.

Notice of Procedural Safeguards: Rights of Parents of Students with Disabilities (Translated)
Links to the Rights of Parents of Students with Disabilities notification provided in 13 languages.

Vermont Family Network Helpline A resource for service providers, professionals, and families regarding the health, education, or well-being of all Vermont children, youth, and families, especially those with disabilities or special health needs.

U.S. Department of Education: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
This site contains updates related to IDEA as well as data and resources pertaining to associated state and federal offices.

Understood.org A site where the user can customize a list of resources in areas pertaining to learning and thinking differences.