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.
Answers about your child's special education program
Information about your child's disability
Hear from one of our Parent Mentors
Find a workshop near you
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.
News & Updates
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FAMILY DAY IN FLINT
Join us on Monday, July 29 in Flint for a free Sensory Friendly Family Fun Day
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NEW LEADERSHIP
- Kanika Littleton named new Project Director of Michigan Alliance for Families.
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BACK TO SCHOOL WEBINAR SERIES
- Michigan Alliance for Families will be hosting webinars every Thursday, August 22 through September 26. Sessions will be offered at noon and 7pm. Stay tuned for details and registration information.
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RESOURCES
-Three important resources from Michigan Department of Education: Family Matters Fact Sheets, Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education, and Michigan Special Education Reference.
Camp Tuhsmeheta will host a two-day overnight camp July 30-31, focused on science, math, technology, and engineering skills. Campers ages 10-14 who are Blind/Visually Impaired will learn bridge-building techniques, practice archery, enjoy a campfire and s'mores, scale the climbing wall, and more. Registration ends July 24: bit.ly/STEMAdventure
Extreme high heat and humidity with the temperatures above 90 today (☀️) and this weekend will be dangerous. The Administration for Community Living shares some tips to be safe during extreme heat conditions:
1. Find places with air conditioning (🌬). Libraries, shopping malls, and community centers can provide a cool place to take a break from the heat.
2. Drink plenty of fluids (🥤) to stay hydrated. If you or someone you care for is on a special diet, ask a doctor how best to accommodate it.
3. If you’re outside, find shade (🌳). Wear a hat wide enough to protect your face. Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
4. Avoid high-energy activities (😎).
For more information and tips, visit:
www.ready.gov/heat
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-shared post from our friends at Michigan Disability Rights Coalition
"According to all the research, phonics is crucial when it comes to learning how to read.Surrounding kids with good books is a great idea, but it's not the same as teaching children to read."
www.apmreports.org/story/2018/09/10/hard-words-why-american-kids-arent-being-taught-to-read
The Summer Food Service Program provides nutritious meals to children in lower-income areas during summer vacation. More info, including a list of locations, can be found here: www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-66254_34491---,00.html
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, #H328M150066. 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.