Tuesday’s Child Parent Empowerment Series
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Understanding the Special Education Process in Illinois
Our Managing Director, Emily Winsor, partnered with Neighborhood Parents Network to present this 2-part series on understanding special education in Illinois. Click below to watch a recording of Part 1 of this series!
“This session walks parents through the basics of the special education process. You will learn who special education is for, important terms, and Emily's key takeaways on the best way to approach the special education process.”
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Special Education in Illinois: All About 504s and IEPs
Our Managing Director, Emily Winsor, partnered with Neighborhood Parents Network to present this 2-part series on understanding special education in Illinois. Click below to watch a recording of Part 2 of this series on NPN’s website!
“This session will walk you through the first steps you need to take when entering into special education with your child. You will learn about the difference between IEPs and 504s, the continuum of special education services and learning environments in Chicago, the steps of the IEP/504 process, and what to expect during IEP and 504 meetings.”
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Understanding Neuropsychological Evaluations
Dr. Rhiannon Law, PhD, a Child Neuropsychologist from North Shore Pediatric Therapy, explains what neuropsychological evaluations are, who they are for, and why you may want to explore this type of evaluation for your child.
Tuesday’s Child FREE Special Education Tools for Parents
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Special Education Evaluation Request Letter Example
Use this free, downloadable example to guide your process as you write a letter to request an educational evaluation for your child.
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Parental Educational Input Statement Template
Use this free, downloadable template to write a Parental Educational Input statement for your child’s IEP.
Special Education Links
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Link to Parent and Educator Resource Guide to Section 504 in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools
The US Department of Education’s official guidance document for 504 educational plans.
U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, Parent and Educator Resource Guide to Section 504 in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools (December 2016).
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Link to "The Parent Guide"
Educational Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding Special Education in Illinois: “THE PARENT GUIDE”
Illinois State Board of Education, Special Education Department, August 2020
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Link to Chicago Public Schools PreK Child Find Dates
Dates and locations for CPS Child Find screening events for the 2024-2025 School year.
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Link to Special Education Procedural Safeguards
Notice of Procedural Safeguards for Parents/Guardians of Students with Disabilities
Illinois State Board of Education, June 2022