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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

Kurzweil Resources
Kurzweil 3000 Version 11 Quick Reference Guide
Kurzweil 300 Version 11 How To Videos

 
 
   

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