Special Education Information

PHP provides a wide range of services to help parents better understand, support and advocate for their children in special education programs.

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Web Resources ('E-Packets')

Web Resources ('E-Packets')

The Education Department at Parents Helping Parents has created over 50 “E-Packets” (E for electronic) with educational resources for parents of children with special needs.
The IEP: Who is on the Team?

The IEP: Who is on the Team?

When IDEA was reauthorized in 2004, there were changes regarding IEP team members as well as meeting attendance. Those changes are summarized in this article.
 
Parents Guide to the First IEP Meeting

Parents Guide to the First IEP Meeting

Participating in your child’s first Individualized Education Program (IEP) can be daunting. To help you confidently assume your key role on the IEP team, this guide explains the special vocabulary and procedures of an IEP meeting, 

Online Trainings Related to Special Ed

Online Trainings Related to Special Ed

Here are links to online trainings available free of charge:

CalStat Online IEP Training