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Learning in School
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How to Decide on a Post-Secondary Program
The following information is part of the college readiness workbook. You can download this and other parts of this workbook for your personal use. Each…
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College Experience Terms: Non Degree Post-Secondary Transition Programs
The following information is part of the college readiness workbook. You can download this and other parts of this workbook for your personal use. Each…
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Requesting Accommodations in Post-Secondary Education
The following information is part of the college readiness workbook. You can download this and other parts of this workbook for your personal use. Each…
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Prior Written Notice (PWN): An Important Document to Read and Understand
A Brief Overview Full Article When family members and school staff meet to discuss a student’s services, certain things have to happen. One requirement is…
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Surrogate Parents Support Unaccompanied Students in Special Education
A Brief Overview Full Article If a student eligible for special education services does not have a family caregiver, adoptive parent, or other legal guardian…
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Advocacy Tips for Parents
When a child has a disability, parents often learn that getting their child’s needs met requires persistence, organization, and advocacy. Advocacy is an action. A…
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Invest in Youth with PAVE 2022
PAVE Fundraising Video From 2022 Thanks to generous donors every dollar donated will be matched! Your dollar will equal two dollars for the Youth of…
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Special Education is a Service, Not a Place
A Brief Overview Full Article An ill-informed conversation about special education might go something like this: This conversation includes errors in understanding about what special…
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Behavioral Health Toolkit for Navigating Crisis, School-Based Services, Medical Services, Family Support Networks, and More
Introduction When a child struggles to maintain emotional well-being, the whole family is impacted. Parents can feel confused about where to go for help. This…
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Behavioral Health and School: Key Information for Families
When a student struggles to maintain well-being, achievement at school can be a challenge. This video provides key information for families to seek school-based services…
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Native Americans with Disabilities in Washington State may be eligible for Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a service provided to help someone with a disability get ready for work, access a job, maintain a job, and more.…
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Tips to Organize Your Child’s Medical and School Documents
A Brief Overview Full Article Care planning and a well-organized system to keep track of important documents can save time and create comfort during uncertain…
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Behavior and School: How to Participate in the FBA/BIP Process
This 2-part training has information about how to support a child’s behavior at school. When behavior gets in the way of learning, schools are responsible…
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Supported Decision Making is an Option for Adults with Disabilities
A Brief Overview Full Article When a young person turns 18, most decisions are now up to them. In Washington State, age 18 is the…
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Parent Participation in Special Education Process is a Priority Under Federal Law
A Brief Overview The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals handed down a decision on June 13, 2013, that reversed rulings by lower courts. The final…