Quick list of your rights as a parent of a child with a disability.

Taken directly from the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), these safeguards are designed to protect the rights of parents and their child with a disability. It specifies ways that families and school systems can work to resolve their disputes and outlines the various complaint processes.

Detailed guide to how special education works in Missouri. This guide outlines your role and responsibilities as a part of the IEP team for your child.

Missouri Parents Act (MPACT) is a non-profit that helps empower families to advocate for themselves so that children with special education needs can reach their full potential in education and life – through support, training, and education. Provides free information and resources on how special education works in Missouri. Call 800-743-7634.

Link: https://www.missouriparentsact.org/school-age-services/special-education-what-you-need-to-know/