by jfisher@thearctn.org | May 11, 2023 | Blog, Family Engagement
As we get closer to the end of school and warm weather, we want to help you with ideas to support your child over the summer. Summer looks different for all families, so our team has pulled together the following resources to meet a variety of needs. Summer Camps can...
by jfisher@thearctn.org | May 10, 2023 | Blog, Family Engagement
Travel can be a challenge in the best of circumstances. Traveling with children, especially children with special needs, can present an additional layer of stress. The keys to a successful trip are preparation and planning! Here are some tried and true tips from...
by jfisher@thearctn.org | May 10, 2023 | Autism, Behavior, Blog, Dyslexia, Early Childhood/TEIS, Elementary Special Ed, Family Engagement
Summer Camps can provide a wonderful opportunity for all kids to take part in exciting social experiences over the summer. There are many great camps designed especially for kids with special needs. The Family Engagement team has gathered a list of several from around...
by jfisher@thearctn.org | Apr 28, 2023 | Blog, Family Engagement, IEP/504, Transition
In the state of Tennessee, students receiving special education services have four options for diplomas when graduating from high school. If your child has an Individual Education Program (IEP), it is important to know the differences between these diplomas and what...
by jfisher@thearctn.org | Mar 22, 2023 | Blog, Family Engagement
The Family Engagement Team is now complete, and we want to introduce you to everyone! Our group consists of a team of individuals with background experiences as educators, mental health professionals, parents, caregivers of individuals with disabilities, and...
by adminfespedtn | Jul 28, 2022 | Blog, IEP/504
Should your high school student be at their Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings? YES! Students can offer a great amount of information that will help plan their school and future, but they are often left out of the IEP team meeting. So, what age should a student...
by adminfespedtn | Jun 29, 2022 | Blog, Early Childhood/TEIS
The Arc of Tennessee’s Family Engagement Team hosts a monthly networking group for families involved in Special Education across the state of Tennessee. These meetings take place on the last Tuesday of the month and will cover a variety of topics ranging from early...
by adminfespedtn | Apr 14, 2022 | Blog, Rights/Procedures
The state of TN has created many summer learning opportunities to help address learning loss that occurred during the pandemic. We wanted to share information about the various opportunities available so you can consider which of these, if any, might be the best fit...
by adminfespedtn | Apr 13, 2022 | Blog, Rights/Procedures
Parents and caregivers often have questions related to various topics in special education. The TN Department of Education has created some “direct line” emails to help! If you have questions about any of the three topics listed below, feel free to use the email...
