Understanding Disabilities and Development
Marcella Franczkowski celebrates community partnerships with Pocomoke High and Cedar Chapel Special School
As the Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services knows, nothing is more important than building strong partnerships between families and school community. On May 4, Marcella Franczkowski, Assistant State Superintendent, was honored to celebrate Pocomoke High School, Cedar Chapel Special School, and their community partners who are coming together to make a difference… Continue Reading Marcella Franczkowski celebrates community partnerships with Pocomoke High and Cedar Chapel Special School
Infographic: Advocating for Your Child
Tip #26: Parents: You have a voice and a critical decision-making role throughout the whole special education process. You know your child best–be sure to ask questions and never stop advocating for your child in a professional, productive way. Continue Reading Infographic: Advocating for Your Child
About Special Education
Learn about the special education process and your role as a parent in this process.
Wicomico County’s Successful Journey to Inclusive Practices in Preschool Classrooms
Empowering teachers, schools, and counties to push the limits of what they think is possible for students is Patti Adkins’ passion. Continue Reading Wicomico County’s Successful Journey to Inclusive Practices in Preschool Classrooms
Support Groups for Families
After reviewing your Prior Written Notice or other documents, call the Parents’ Place of Maryland or your Local Family Support Coordinator with any questions. Ask about language you don’t understand and discuss different options. They can help prepare you for upcoming meetings. Continue Reading Support Groups for Families
Survey Results Now Available: Maryland Report on Part B Indicator 8 of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
The Maryland State Department of Education Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services obtained this information through two surveys administered by ICF International, and the results report is now available. Continue Reading Survey Results Now Available: Maryland Report on Part B Indicator 8 of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
How Paraeducators Help Students and Teachers
A paraeducator’s role in the classroom typically involves providing extra support during a teacher’s instruction to allow students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) to participate in general education lessons. Continue Reading How Paraeducators Help Students and Teachers
Accessible Educational Materials
Ensuring that all students have appropriate Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) is essential to creating an equitable learning environment in which all students can progress towards high standards. Continue Reading Accessible Educational Materials
Self-Determination Survey
The Department of Special Education at Kansas University Center on Developmental Disabilities is looking for adults with any disabilities age 18 to 65 to take a quick online self-determination survey. Continue Reading Self-Determination Survey
Section 508: Ensuring Equal Access to Information on Digital Devices
508 compliance refers to Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which applies to all federal agencies “when they develop, procure, maintain, or use electronic and information technology. Under Section 508, agencies must give disabled employees and members of the public access to information that is comparable to the access available to others.” For… Continue Reading Section 508: Ensuring Equal Access to Information on Digital Devices