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 Pennsylvania 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
LA - Early Steps Manual - Ch.2 Parents' Rights, Opportunities, and Responsibilities
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)
PA - Dept of Education - BSE Complaint Information Packet
PA - Disputes in Special Education: Why Attorney's Chose Mediation over Litigation (Video)
PA - Due Process Frequently Asked Questions
PA - Early Intervention Supports and Services
PA - ECC-Brochure_Spanish_November2013.pdf
- Download ECC-Brochure_Spanish_November2013.pdf (429.26 KB)
PA - Enhancing Parent Involvement: A Practical Guide for PA Schools Supporting Students with Disabilities
PA - Expedited Due Process Procedures Fact Sheet
PA - General Due Process Hearings Timelines when Parent Files a Complaint
- Download PA-231 DueProcessTmlnsOCT11.pdf (580.64 KB)