Main Library
This library contains CADRE resources as well as State, Lead Agency and Parent Center resources. Please note that CADRE makes no endorsement of the State, Lead Agency and Parent Center resources included here, nor of any policies, procedures, processes, or documents specific to any item.
Engaging in Conflict Constructively: Tools and Skills
PEATC Advocacy Symposium 2021 presentation by Timothy Hedeen, Ph.D.
FFF - Becoming a Stronger Advocate for Children in Your Care
FFF - Promoting Equity In Education Through Family Engagement (Video)
HI - Special Education: Parent Complaint Resources
IN - Effective CASE Conference Processes - Introduction & Roles
IN - Effective CASE Conference Processes - Room Arrangement
IN - IEP Resource Center
INSOURCE - Online Learning General Training Resources
INSOURCE - Preparing for Your Student's Special Education Case Conference
PEATC - How to Talk So Schools Will Listen...and Listen So Schools Will Talk
PEATC - Special Education Complaint Toolkit
VA - Parent's Guide to Special Education Dispute Resolution App on iTunes and on Google Play
Description: This App renders the “Parents' Guide to Special Education Dispute Resolution” by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), for mobile devices. It covers “Mediation,” “Formal Complaint,” and “Due Process” and includes a section that defines relevant “Acronyms” and a “Glossary.” The application offers an easy to use question and answer format. Many answers include a direct link to the Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Children with Disabilities in Virginia. It is designed to help parents and educators better understand their rights and responsibilities during...
The South Dakota Navigator Program is a new and innovative effort in this rural/frontier state that includes a Native American population of approximately 8%. The focus is on providing assistance in communication facilitation and early dispute resolution to both parents and schools, regarding students ages birth to 21. It is funded by the state Office of Special Education Programs and managed by the state's only Parent Training and Information Center. The partnership of the South Dakota Parent Connection and SD-OSEP models the relationship that we want to nurture in individual situations. The...