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...
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)
MA - Advancement/Postponement Request Form
MA - Reference Manual: A Resource for Parents and School Representatives Who Appear Before the BSEA
MA - So You Will Be Going To A Special Education Hearing Without A Lawyer
Download MA-1 prose_guide 2012.pdf (98.96 KB)
MI - Facilitation and Mediation Brochure
This resource is available in English, Spanish, and Arabic.
MI - Facilitation and Mediaton Brochure - Arabic
MI - Facilitation and Mediaton Brochure - Spanish
MI - MSEMP Skill Building Workshops
MI - Reaching Agreement Newsletter
MI - Special Education Problem Solving Process
- Download MI-12 Problem_Solving_Process_2013.pdf (392.76 KB)