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The Parent Information Network provides parents with information so they can actively participate in their child's special education.
PINS - Parent Information Network Specialists
PINS are parent consultants on contract with the Arizona Department of Education, Exceptional Student Services (ADE/ESS). Their purpose is to provide parents with information that is essential for them to actively participate in their child’s special education.
PALS - Partners are Liaisons to Schools
PALS are parents of special education students or community partners who have been nominated by a PIN Specialist or a school district/charter school staff person to serve as a contact for families at the district/school level and provide input for ADE/ESS.
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Monday, 29 January 2007 |
Raising Special Kids is a non-profit organization serving families of children with disabilities and special health care needs in central and northern Arizona.
All programs and services are provided to families free of charge. At all ages and stages of a child's development, Raising Special Kids supports parents through:
- Parent-to-Parent programs match new families with experienced parents through our trained volunteer network
- Special Education information, individual IEP consultation, training, and problem-solving support
- Parent leadership development opportunities. Family Faculty support the training of health professionals; serve on boards, councils, and commissions to represent the family perspective
- Community outreach supports families of diverse language and culture with services in rural areas and for tribal families. Newsletters are distributed to 10,000 parents and professionals
- Partnership between parents and professionals including information and training on family-centered care, and other programs that support professionals in health, education and social services.
...and much more. For more information go to our website at www.raisingspecialkids.org or call 602-242-4366 or 800-237-3007.
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