CMS has an EC Parent Liaison who can answer questions and help parents navigate the special education process.
EC Parent Liaison- Elaine Jones: 980-343-9423 or email: elaine.jones@cms.k12.nc.us
EC Parent Advisory Council:
The ECPAC is a group of elected parents that has been created to represent parent voice as CMS EC Department central office staff, school administrators, teachers, and parents collaborate to provide the best support and resources for students with disabilities. Parent voices are important to them- they are here to listen to parent ideas and concerns so they can represent parents as they work with CMS on upcoming planning and projects. They can be reached via email at cmsecpac@gmail.com.
Parent Website (created by the EC Parent Advisory Council):
EC Parent Advisory Council Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/cmsecpac/
EC Parent Advisory Council Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/ecpacofcms/
EC Department Website:
https://www.cms.k12.nc.us/CMSDEPARTMENTS/EC/Pages/default.aspx
Family Engagement Resources:
ECAC has many great resources for engaging with families! Check out their website:
https://www.ecac-parentcenter.org/
Partners Education in A Dual Capacity-Building Framework for Family–School Partnerships
Legal Requirements for Parent Participation in Meetings
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Fact Sheet:
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act Fact Sheet:
Core Beliefs for Family Engagement
Do you see me? Do you care about my child? Can I trust you?
Family Friendly Walkthrough Checklist
Questions Parents Can Ask About Reading Improvement
Questions Parents Can Ask About Math Improvement