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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

Support

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Upcoming Events

Find an online workshop or view a recording

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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4 days ago

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Know someone who has concerns about their child's progress at school but doesn't yet have an IEP?Share this post with them and invite them to RSVP for a webinar on Special Education Evaluation and Eligibility on Wednesday, September 4 at noon.Register at tinyurl.com/4fp9ynexEvaluation is the first step in the special education process. Register today to join us online on September 4 to discuss special education evaluation and eligibility. We'll cover when and why a parent might seek an evaluation for their child, and how the process works.If you know someone who has concerns about their child's progress at school but doesn't yet have an IEP, please share this post with them.SPECIAL EDUCATION EVALUATION AND ELIGIBILITYwith Michelle DriscollThis free, online workshop will explain when and why a parent might seek an evaluation.• how to request a comprehensive evaluation• understand the purpose of the evaluation process• explain eligibility category criteria• review of timelinesWe’ll cover important terms parents need to know, like REED, Notice, and IEE, as well as parent’s rights during the evaluation process.WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 at 12 NOONREGISTER AT tinyurl.com/4fp9ynex ... See MoreSee Less

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Happy back to school, Michiganders!As the 2024-2025 school year begins, remember Michigan Alliance for Families is here to support families navigating the special education system. You can contact us with your special education question or concerns. Our Parent Mentors all have a child or close family member who received early intervention or special education services. We can listen, share information, and help you think about next steps to take.info@michiganallianceforfamilies.org1-800-55205821En Español 313-217-1060248-963-0607 للغه العربيه ... See MoreSee Less

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5 days ago

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Labor Day honors the contributions and achievements of American workers and the labor unions. Having a job is important for people with disabilities too!💵 Employment can help people with disabilities be more economically self-sufficient. ✔️ Having a job allows people with disabilities to use their skills.🏙️ Employment gets people with disabilities actively participating in their community. Register now to join us on November 13th at 9:30am for a webinar on Employment Expectations tinyurl.com/mwvxhsmn ... See MoreSee Less

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Michigan Alliance for Families staff participate in outreach events across the state to connect with parents, families, and youth who interact with the special education system.We assist families of students with disabilities to:💡know their rights🗣️effectively communicate their child's needs🤝facilitate family involvement to improve educational outcomesLearn more about who we are and what we do ➡️ www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/about/ ... See MoreSee Less

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🗓️Tomorrow, Tuesday September 3 at 8pm. 📚Join MI Stronger Family- Michigan State University Extension to learn more about Working Together to Develop Early Literacy in Infants and Toddlers.Questions should be directed to aldric82@msu.eduHave you ever wondered what literacy means for infants and toddlers? How can you give babies and toddlers the support and skills they need to develop valuable pre-reading skills? This workshop will discuss what we mean by early literacy, and how to help support our youngest children to become readers through playing, singing, listening, talking and reading. Tuesday, September 3 from 8-9:3:0pm. Certificates are available. Registration is required: bit.ly/extrasummer2024Please contact Courtney Aldrich, aldric82@msu.edu, with questions. ... 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, David Emenheiser.

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