School Information
Free Resources
- Special Kids Connect (Monterey County)
- Special Parents Information Network (Santa Cruz and San Benito Counties)
- Parents Helping Parents (Santa Clara County)
- Free or Low-Cost Attorneys and Advocates for Special Education Cases
IEP Guides and Help
- IEP Guide: “The Short and Sweet IEP Overview”
- Understanding IEPs
- 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Checking in With Your IEP Team
Rights and Advocacy
- Parents’ Rights
- 17 Special Education Advocacy Tips
- Special Education Rights and Responsibilities (SERR)
- Summary of Educational Rights
- Special Education Rights for Children and Families
Due Process, Mediation, and Complaint Procedures
- Office of Administrative Hearings
- From Preparing for the Hearing to What Happens on the Last Day of Hearing
- California Department of Education Complaint Process
- Request for Mediation of Complaint
Parent Training and Information Centers
- Parent Training Centers: A Free Resource in Your State
- Find Your Parent Information and Resource Center
A Transition Guide
To Postsecondary Education and Employment for Students and Youth with Disabilities
Transparency