Finding Resources: For Newly Diagnosed Families
Welcome to our community of families living with autism in Howard County. The Autism Society of Maryland (HCAS) provides support, fellowship, and resources. As you learn more about your child’s…
Changes in Maryland Law Regarding Parental Consent in the IEP Process
Disability Rights Maryland The Special Education Fact Sheet from Disability Rights Maryland provides guidance to parents so they can make better, informed decisions before signing the new consent prepared in…
Discipline of Students with Disabilities: MSDE Manual
A Guide for Administrators, Educators, Parents, and Community Members This document addresses school behavior. It includes information about behavior assessments, the intervention process and the disciplinary requirements for suspension, detentions,…
Roadmap to Behavior Support
Making Access Happen Designed to support you in addressing behavior challenges with young children, each of the Making Access Happen behavior support segments uses a video scenario of a challenging…
Maryland Transition Planning Guide
In Korean and Spanish The Maryland State Department of Education Transition Planning Guide for Individuals with Disabilities provides information to students, parents/guardians, educators, and community agencies about the transition process.
Out of School Time for All
Tips for Parents and Caregivers from Disability Rights Maryland Taking part in fun, engaging activities outside the school day is good for all children. Giving young people with and without…
Justice Department Settles Discrimination Complaint Against After-School Child-Care Provider
October 10, 2017 The Justice Department reached an agreement with Bar-T Year Round Programs for Kids (Bar-T), located in Montgomery County, Maryland, to remedy alleged violations of the Americans with…
ReadyRosie: Family Engagement Resource
Quick videos show families how to find learning moments in day-to-day activities. ReadyRosie is an early education tool that is currently helping schools and communities across the nation deepen and…
Endrew Decision Creates Important New Opportunities for Students with Disabilities
from The Bazelon Center The Supreme Court’s March 2017 decision in Endrew F. v. Douglas County School District announced a new and more demanding standard for educating students with disabilities…
Native Language and the IEP Process
Maryland State Department of Education DSE/EIS Technical Assistance Bulletin Revised Aug. 15, 2017 If the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team is not cognizant of the native language of a student,…
