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    Michigan Alliance for Families:

    Your free guide to special education.

    Michigan Alliance for Families provides information, support, and education for families who have children and young adults (birth to 26 years of age) who receive (or may be eligible to receive) special education services. This website can help you with finding information on special education issues as well as disability specific information.

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Special Education Resources

Answers about your child's special education program

Disability Information

Information about your child's disability

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Upcoming Events

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Need help navigating the special education system? Talk to a parent who's been there.

Connect directly with one of our local parent mentors to address your family's needs. Their perspective can not only help you navigate the system, but they can also help you be more involved in your child's education. All Michigan families are able to access an extensive collection of electronic or printed resources, informational support and referrals to local community resources. To get in touch with a Michigan Alliance for Families staff member,  Contact Us.

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🔔Today October 29 at 12PMDiscipline Protections for Students with DisabilitiesRegister at tinyurl.com/yc7t8j9eDealing with discipline issues? Is your child being sent home from school or removed from the classroom? Has your teen been suspended from school?Learn more about the laws and rules that govern school discipline, as well as the rights and protections of students with disabilities.- The 7 Factors that must be considered before any suspension or expulsion of a student- Shortened school days, suspensions, expulsions, and the Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) process- Change of placement and appealing discipline decisions- Discipline protections for students not yet eligible for special education services See our full calendar to register for other learning opportunities on behavior coming up this fall www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/upcoming-events/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Parents are their child’s first and best advocate. You are an expert on your child and it’s important that your voice is heard. Parents have the right to bring questions, concerns, and ideas to the IEP team meeting. As a parent, this is your chance to make sure all of your child's needs are considered.Join Michigan Alliance for Families on November 14 at noon Crafting Your Parent Input Statement with Stephanie Nicholls. Explore how to craft your an effective parent input statement.Register at tinyurl.com/3ahkx3yy Full details, more learning opportunities on our website calendar www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/upcoming-events/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Do you know what you want to do with your life? Career and Technical Education can get you there.In Michigan students with IEPs can participate in Career and Technical Education. CTE programs are designed to connect high school classes to college, industry certifications, and/or a career. Students with IEPs can receive specialized instruction, accommodations, and modifications to support their success in CTE programs. Check out this video from Michigan Department of Education www.youtube.com/shorts/_Z_c9KFD-II www.youtube.com/shorts/_Z_c9KFD-II ... See MoreSee Less

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Parents with preschool age children are invited to join us for 𝐓𝐖𝐎 𝐍𝐄𝐖 webinars.1️⃣Families with a child in or getting ready for preschool can join us on October 30 for Navigating Early Childhood Special Education (Preschool). Learn more about preschool options, Least Restrictive Environment, and what supports and services are available. Register at tinyurl.com/4zmc42aw2️⃣Learn the importance of the PLAAFP section of the IEP, and about sharing your insights on your child's daily routines and developmental strengths or concerns to strengthen the IEP. Join us on December 11 for From Puzzled to Prepared: Present Level for Preschool. Register at tinyurl.com/3t86ebjrVisit our website calendar for full details, easy registration, and more learning opportunities www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/upcoming-events/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Funding Statement

Michigan Alliance for Families is a Michigan Department of Education IDEA Grant Funded Initiative. Michigan Alliance for Families is our state's federally funded Parent Training and Information Center. The contents of this website were developed under a grant from the US Department of Education, H328M200015. However, those contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the US Department of Education, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government. Project Officer, Anna Macedonia.

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