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Special Education

Special Education Services are sometimes needed for a child to get the support that will allow them to be successful in school. I know a lot of parents who are vey hesitant to reach out for these services. They often have a negative association with the term "special education."  

Try not to let preconceived ideas get in the way of your child's success and self-esteem at school. Use all the resources available to you to support your child. 

Wrightslaw is my go-to website for any questions I have regarding special education services. Special Education Services are guided by Federal law so this is a great site no matter what state you live in. It has a great search engine where you can type in your topic and find answers. You can also find answers about 504 plans.

In Oregon, if you have concerns about your under school age child, you can contact Early Intervention/Early Childhood Services for your county. Here is the link for the state of Oregon.

For parents in Oregon looking for support to navigate special education services you can go to Fact Oregon. There you will find endless resources to support your child with special needs.

In Washington State, if you have concerns about your under school age child, you can contact Early Intervention/Early Childhood Services for your county here.

For parents in Washington looking for support to navigate special education services you can go to PAVE. 

If you are in another state you can search "Early Intervention Services/Early Childhood Services (insert state)."

Understood is a great additional resource for a variety of learning needs.