Membership

Membership of the committee is composed of individuals involved in or concerned with the education of children with disabilities. Parents of children with disabilities maintain the majority of the Committee membership. The membership also includes individuals with disabilities, teachers, administrators service providers and community members.   

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advise the school district on matters concerning the unmet needs of students with disabilities;

• Comment on improvement plans including school support plans resulting from Part B compliance, local compliance with state and federal laws pertaining to the education of students with disabilities;

• Comment on applications for federal and state funds; and

• Serve as advocates in partnership with parents for students with disabilities to ensure that they receive the entitlements provided to them under state and federal laws

• Present an annual report of activities and recommendations to the East Providence School Committee.