Rehabilitation Act: Advancing Access and Equity
50 Years of the Rehabilitation Act: Then, Now and Next to Advancing Access and Equity The Rehabilitation Act is an important law for families who have a child, youth or…
Back to School Guide for DHH Families
BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS FOR DHH FAMILIES Transition to Preschool: What is the transition to preschool like when your DHH child turns 3 years old and is no longer eligible…
School Anxiety
COPING STRATEGIES FOR STUDENTS WITH SCHOOL ANXIETY Starting a new school year or transitioning to a different grade level can be a nerve-wracking experience for students, but with the right…
Developmental Disabilities
Developmental Disability Awareness Developmental disabilities awareness refers to the education and understanding of various conditions that affect the physical, intellectual, and emotional development of some individuals. It is important to…
Upcoming Community Events
Annual Statewide 2025 Workshops Coming Soon! EDUCATIONAL SUPPORTS Special Education: Individualized Education Plans Section 504 Disability Educational Supports Utah Multi-Tiered System of Supports Early Intervention (ages birth – 3)…
October Awareness Month
October Awareness Month Parent Centers across the nation receive many calls and emails each year from people looking for materials on disability awareness. People need these materials to help community…
Challenging School Behavior
Challenging School Behavior Research has shown that Positive Behavioral Interventions Strategies (PBIS) are effective in changing behavior in schools. When a school environment is positive and predictable, students feel safer,…
Alpine School District
Do you have a child with special needs attending school in Alpine School District? Contact Kat Bleyl, Parent Consultant serving families in Alpine School District Email: katb@utahparentcenter.org Phone: 801-318-1959 Alpine School District…
Granite School District
Do you have a child with special needs attending school in Granite School District? Contact Megan Williams, Parent Consultant Serving Families in Granite School District, Ogden Preparatory, and American Leadership. Email: meganw@utahparentcenter.org Phone:…
District Consultants
Who can work with the Parent Consultant? Any parent of an individual with a disability served in the District or professionals that work to support the families in the District.…
High Stakes Testing
HIGH STAKES TESTING The goal of high-stakes testing is to measure and improve student performance while looking for ways to also improve school systems. Federal and State laws mandate the…
Assistive Tech in Education
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY IN SPECIAL EDUCATION A student’s need for Assistive Technology is based on a case-by-case decision made by the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team. If your student is on…