NEA: Help For Parents - Parent Involvement In Education Other resources. Getting involved in your child s education. News Action. Parents, Teachers Differ on School Involvement A survey of michigan parents and http://www.nea.org/parents/
Extractions: in your child's education Parents, Teachers Differ on School Involvement: A survey of Michigan parents and teachers Parental involvement in your child's education can mean: Or, it can be as simple as asking your children, "How was school today?" But ask every day. That will send your children the clear message that their schoolwork is important to you and you expect them to learn. Here are just some of the reasons it is important for parents to be actively involved in their child's education: The family makes critical contributions to student achievement from pre-school through high school. A home environment that encourages learning is more important to student achievement than income, education level or cultural background. (Henderson and Berla)
Michigan Education Association (MEA) An Education Association And Union For MI T michigan education Association (MEA) has 145 000 MI Public Schools Teachers and ESP. michigan education Association (MEA) includes education Issues, Professional Development, Political Action, Part II parent views on Teacher-parent Communication a coalition of primarily michigan-based education and family agencies formed Ideas and resources for Space Day on May 6 http://www.mea.org/
Extractions: You do not have to restart your browser or computer after you enable JavaScript. Simply click the 'Reload' Button. Michigan Education Association (MEA) includes information on many topics such as MI Education, MI Teachers, MI Public Schools, Unions, Education, Public Education, ESP, K-12, Teachers, Michigan Schools, MEA Financial Services, MESSA, Parents, Students, Education Association, Teacher Union, Labor Union, Higher Education, and Bus Drivers. MEA Financial Services (MEAFS) Michigan Education Special Services Association (MESSA)
Extractions: For and About Members Help for Parents Press Center Legislative Action Center ... Other Resources A Michigan survey Parents say they want to be more involved Teachers say they want to communicate more Michigan Education Association making the most of parent-teacher conferences Major League Soccer (MLS) and NEA have launched a new literacy program, "
Education World® : Parents Community Don't miss dozens of resources on education World's special parent Involvement page. ballot initiatives drew attention in Arizona, California, michigan, and Oregon11/9/00 http://www.education-world.com/parents
Extractions: Educator Max Fischer has found that successful teaching often hinges on employing a wide variety of instructional methods to meet student needs. In this Voice of Experience essay, Fischer reflects on how getting parents involved in their students education also requires a variety of approaches. Should Schools Parent Our Kids?
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Extractions: Parent Handbook Organizations/Resources Web Sites West Michigan Inclusion Network - The mission of WIN is to further the quality inclusion of students with disabilities into general education classrooms with appropriate supports and services. The Beacon: The Journal of Special Education Law and Practice - The Beacon includes articles and essays for attorneys and advocates who represent children with disabilities and others who are interested in special education legal topics. IDEA News - This Web site is brought to you by ASPIIRE (service providers) and ILIAD (administrators), who represent two of the four IDEA Partnerships. The IDEA Partnerships are four national projects funded by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) to deliver a common message about the landmark 1997 reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). IDEA Rapid Response Network - For updates on the reauthorization process, contact:
Parent Resources for families of children with special needs in michigan. Consists of parents of students with special needs and implementation of special education programs and http://www.wash.k12.mi.us/parent.cfm
Extractions: http://www.wash.k12.mi.us/instruct/assess/index.html Washtenaw Community Transition Council a Collaborative Effort for Improving the Transition from School to Post-School Opportunities for Students with Disabilities in the Washtenaw Community has a new web page located at: http://www.wash.k12.mi.us/ssupport/wctc/ P arent E xperience and R esources: F amily O utreach and R eferral M odel Project PERFORM is a parent-initiated information and support resource for families of children with special needs in Michigan http://www.wash.k12.mi.us/perform/ Consists of parents of students with special needs. We advise the WISD concerning the planning and implementation of special education programs and services. We work to ensure student success by strengthening the capacities of our local schools, families and communities through collaboration, use of best practices, technology, and a wide variety of strategies. http://www.wash.k12.mi.us/ssupport/pac
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Legal Resources For Special Education Information about special education and disabilities. for the Council of parent Attorneys and Advocates extensive resources on U. S. diability law. The University of michigan page on ADA. Sarah Redfield's annual education Law http://curry.edschool.virginia.edu/go/cise/ose/resources/legal.html
Extractions: about Special Education and Disabilities The Web site for the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (or COPAA), an independent, nonprofit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to improving the legal assistance for parents of children with disabilities. COPPA hosts an annual conference EDLAW by Jim Rosenfeld.
Extractions: Welcome to the Michigan Parents of the Visually Impaired resource list. There are many types of organizations and information sources that may interest parents, and we will do our best to bring a good sampling of these resources together on this page. Your suggestions for new resources are very welcome. As well as serving parents of the visually impaired, we would also like to locate web sites that would be of interest to blind and visually impaired youngsters. Again, we welcome your suggestions. You may also want to check out our Educational Resources page for further information. You may also want to check out resources from Upshaw's Technology Information and Resources Service. You will also find useful information on eye health and prevention of blindness on Upshaw's Prevention of Blindness page. The Eye Health Resources page has articles on the eye as well as information on how to borrow audio described videos. The Occupational Information Resources page has information that can aid in finding employment and the skills needed for employment. Resources for Parents.
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Michigan - Education Top Links the parent forum, and win prizes in the FamilyFriendly School contest. michigan Department of education - MDEnet - On-line phone directory, reports, resources http://www.pioneer-michigan.com/Education.html
Bridges4Kids State Resources And Information: Michigan education resources Information. michigan cfm. michigan Department of education parent Help Line for Student Issues 888323-4231. Download http://www.bridges4kids.org/states/mi.htm
Extractions: State of Michigan General links Contact your State Legislator or Members of Congress - click here click here Fight Crime: Invest in Kids - Law Enforcement support for programs preventing juvenile crime and violence. For the substance abuse treatment facility nearest you, click here For the mental health treatment center nearest you, click here Find K-12 school information for your state - Visit Educational CyberPlayGround SchoolMatch , or RateMyTeacher How to volunteer to help a child - click here click here click here Check out your teacher's certification status with the Michigan Teacher Certification Lookup tool - click here Find help in your state or region for children with chronic, life-threatening illnesses or disabilities - click here For resources in Spanish
Michigan State Resources Spina Bifida Association of Southeastern michigan PO Box 546 parent Training and Information Center (PTI) Pat Alliance to Uphold Special education (CAUSE) 6412 http://www.nichcy.org/stateshe/mi.htm
Extractions: The offices listed on this state sheet are primarily state-level offices. Even if an office is not close to your home, they can usually put you in touch with resources in your community, as well as provide you with information and assistance about disability issues in your state. If you find that an address or number has changed or is incorrect, please e-mail us at nichcy@aed.org and let us know. Each state sets eligibility ages for services to children and youth with disabilities. For current information concerning this state, please contact the office listed under Department of Education: Special Education United States Senators
Extractions: Parent Links Explore these links for helpful parent information about education. AIMSEDU. Activities integrating math, science, and technology. Includes puzzles and activities for students. FY 1999 Major New Initiatives and Funding Opportunities, U.S. Department of Education. Links to several descriptions of new initiatives that involve community support. Michigan Association for the Education of the Young Child. public schools find out at the Michigan Public Schools web site. National Coalition for Parent Involvement in Education (NCPIE). Dedicated to developing effective family/school partnerships in schools throughout America. No Child Left Behind. Provides answers to questions about the new education law, "No Child Left Behind," signed by George W. Bush on January 8, 2002. Includes a parent toolbox. Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory.
Fraser Public Schools, Fraser, Michigan resources for Promoting parent Involvement in education. No More Extensive list of things to do and places to go in southeast michigan that are fun http://www.macomb.k12.mi.us/fraser/parents.htm
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Parenting Awareness Promote education and resources for developing skills throughout the year. Encourage and assist in the development of parent networks throughout michigan. http://www.preventionnetwork.org/pam homepage.htm
Extractions: Michigan's Parenting Awareness Month 2004 Grand Prize Winning Poster By Breein Bellinger Grade 9, Genesee County To order the 2004 PAM Poster and matching bookmark with parenting tips please call Michigan Resource Center at 1 800-626-4636 Downloadable materials from the 2004 PAM Organizers Packet Adolescent Development Nurturing your Child's Mental Health Adolescent What Are They Thinking Promoting Healthy Weight ... top Parenting Awareness Michigan Parenting Awareness Michigan (Pam) celebrates people raising children and promotes year around parenting education and resources. Michigan celebrates the month of March as Parenting Awareness Month. PAM unique to Michigan provides guidance, materials, resources, referrals, and technical assistance. PAM directs its efforts to assisting local organizers plan special parenting events, celebrations, and education opportunities in March and throughout the year, and encourages a broader understanding and acknowledgment of the importance of effective parenting.