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U.S DEPT OF EDUCATION SURVEY FOR FAMILIES
Dear California Families,
On September 27, the U.S. Department of Education will be visiting the California Department of Education, Special Programs Division, to look at California's compliance with IDEA Parts B and C. Part B is the section of IDEA (Individual with Disabilities Education Act) that serves children ages 3 - 22. Part C is the section of IDEA (Individual with Disabilities Education Act) that is for infants and toddlers birth to 3.
The U.S. Dept. of Education has asked us to survey parents about their experiences and knowledge of special education in California. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents to provide input and a great opportunity to contribute to improving the system for children in California.
About taking the survey:
-- If you have more than one child, you can do a survey for each child.
-- Spouses and family members can also complete the survey.
-- Skip questions you are not sure about.
-- The information is ANONYMOUS. Only a summary of all of the answers will be given to the US Department of Education, not individual responses.
The whole survey will take about 10 minutes. If you have any questions, please contact us at 1-877-227-3471.
Take the Part B (ages 3 - 22) survey: CLICK HERE
Part B En Español: Click Here
Take the Part C (ages 0 - 3) survey: CLICK HERE
Part C En Español: Click Here
The surveys will be available through September 3, but don't delay, take it soon.
Thanks very much,
California Parent Training and Information Centers
Team of Advocates for Special Kids (TASK)
Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
Rowell Family Empowerment of Northern California (RFENC)
Parents Helping Parents (PHP)
Matrix Parent Network & Resource Center
Exceptional Parents Unlimited
Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund (DREDF)
NOTE: The Family Resource Center Centers of California, The Family Empowerment Centers, and the Community Parent Resource Centers, have greatly contributed to the interpretation and success of this survey.
[En Español]
