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.
A Tale of Two Conversations
A Tale of Two Conversations is a two-part video, originally developed by the Pennysylvania Office for Dispute Resolution , showing actors playing a parent of a child with a disability and a school administrator. The meeting was requested by the parent and takes place in the administrator’s office. Take One shows the parent and administrator talking about the child’s special education program. They are talking, but not listening. Their communication is unproductive. Take Two shows each person using more effective communication skills. We recommend that you view the Understanding Positions...
CA - How Are Early State Disputes Resolved?
Download CA-19 ResolvingEarlyStartDisputes09.pdf (222.03 KB)
CA - Parent's Rights: An Early Start Guide for Families
CA - Understanding Sped Due Process Hearings Provided by the OAH
DREDF - A Guide for California Parents: Special Education Due Process and the Resolution Meeting
- Download DREDF-1 dueprocess_2008.pdf (1.53 MB)
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 (Fact Sheet)
FFF - Promoting Equity In Education Through Family Engagement (Video)
LA - Early Steps Manual - Ch.2 Parents' Rights, Opportunities, and Responsibilities
Matrix - Advocating for your child with special needs
- Download Matrix-1 advocating.packet.6.11.pdf (197.81 KB)
Opciones y Recursos Informales y Formales para la Resolución de Desacuerdos en la Enseñanza Especial en Rhode Island (Spanish)
PA - A Family's Introduction to Early Intervention in Pennsylvania
PA - Communication Tips for Building Strong Partnerships
- Download PA-249 Communication Tips (English).pdf (168.08 KB)