How can families connect to their State Education Agency? NCEO provides links to state assessment policies for students with disabilities. An interactive state map allows users to quickly find policies for their state.
Family Engagement and Parent Support
The resources below consist of tools, materials, supports and information that are designed to help parents and caregivers feel informed, empowered, and connected as they support their child’s growth—especially for families of children with disabilities. These resources recognize that families are their child’s first and most important advocates—and aim to support, uplift, and partner with parents every step of the way.
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Which students should participate in alternate assessments?
What are alternate assessments? Most students with disabilities participate in general state assessments. An option for some students with the most significant cognitive disabilities is to take an alternate assessment based on alternate academic achievement standards (AA-AAAS).
Which students should participate in alternate assessments?
Most students with disabilities participate in general state assessments. An option for some students with the most significant cognitive disabilities is to take an alternate assessment based on alternate academic achievement standards (AA-AAAS).
Family Engagement and Parent Support Topics
Advocating for Your Child
Family and School/Community Partnerships
Coping and Self-Care
Managing Healthcare
Support from Other Parents
Romance, Sexuality and Gender Identity
Diverse and Non-Traditional Families
Racial and Cultural Diversity
Miscellaneous Family Engagement Resources