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A Step by Step Guide to Special Education
by Carolyn Kain,
Esq. and Maureen Finaldi, Advocate
Federation for Children with Special Needs
fcsn.org (617-572-2094) The Federation for Children
with Special Needs provides information on special
education in Massachusetts. Check out their website or call for
information on workshops or contact them for questions regarding
special education. This resource is free and available to all
parents.
National
Center for Learning Disabilities
A
Parent's Guide to Special Education
- Written by
the Federation for Children with Special Needs in collaboration
with the Massachusetts Department of Education
Massachusetts Department of Education
doe.mass.edu/sped This website provides information on
state education issues. For assistance with matters involving
your child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) you may contact
Program of Quality Assurance 781-338-3700 and ask for the
compliance officer in your area.
Mass
IEP Forms
Massachusetts Health &
Human Services Autism Division Updates
Click here for updates
Wrightslaw
wrightslaw.com
This website offers information and publications on special
education issues, federal laws (IDEA) and regulations. Parents
can also subscribe to their monthly newsletter.
U.S. Department of Education
ed.gov Information on national education issues.
Family Voices
massfamilyvoices.org
This site offers information on special health care need,
parent networking, a listserve and a quarterly newsletter.
Recommended Reading List from the Federation for Children with Special Needs
Massachusetts Yellow Pages for Kids with Disabilities
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