Assistive Technology
What is Assistive Technology? Assistive Technology (AT) is any item, device, or piece of equipment used to maintain or improve
Parents
Communicating with Your Child’s School in Writing
Throughout your child’s school years, there is always a need to communicate with school: teachers, administrators, and others concerned with
Dispute Resolution Options
In drafting the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Congress clearly contemplated that, at times, there would be disagreements between
Donate Today!
Donate today and make a difference in the lives of families impacted by disabilities. Your donation, in any amount, will
Extended School Year Services (ESY)
Extended School Year Services (ESY) What is Extended School Year (ESY)? For many students who receive special education services, the
Get Involved!
Are you trying to find a way to get involved in special education decisions and policy making? You have found
Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)
What is an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)? The school district has completed their Evaluation of your child, but you aren’t
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)? Most people just call this an IEP, but what does it mean for
OPC Parent Materials
Oklahoma Parents Center provides free, helpful reading material during trainings and workshops. Brochures are located on the drop down box
Policies, Handbook and Process Guide
Special Education Publications The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) published the Special Education Policies, the Special Education Handbook and
Reading Sufficiency Act (RSA)
What is the Purpose of RSA? The purpose of the Reading Sufficiency Act (RSA) is to ensure that all Oklahoma
Section 504
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the
SoonerStart
SoonerStart Families Infants and toddlers learn best through everyday experiences and interaction with familiar people in familiar settings. All families,
Special Education Oklahoma
Special Education Services Oklahoma State Department of Education The Oklahoma State Department of Education, Special Education Services (OSDE-SES) is committed
Special Education Terms
A Parent’s Guide to Special Education Terms Accommodations Changes that allow a person with a disability to participate fully in
Surrogate Parents
Congress recognized the importance of active parents’ involvement in planning their children’s educational programs, monitoring progress, and challenging inappropriate decisions.
The Ten (10) Basic Steps in Special Education
Children can have all sorts of difficulties growing up. Sometimes problems are obvious right from the start; and sometimes they do not
Training
In order to effectively advocate for yourself or your child, you need detailed information on the laws, communication, team building