From the NC Department of Public Instruction Website:
The research is clear on parent involvement: when parents are involved in their children’s education, students have higher grades/test scores/graduation rates, better school attendance, increased motivation, better self-esteem, lower rates of suspension, decreased use of drugs/alcohol, and fewer instances of violent behavior. The Exceptional Children Division works diligently to collaborate with parents, provide information to parents, provide information on parent involvement to LEAs, and support parent involvement in their children’s education. The information within the parent resources pages are available to assist you in supporting your child.
https://www.dpi.nc.gov/districts-schools/classroom-resources/exceptional-children/parent-resources
Parent Rights & responsibilities in Special Education: NC Notice of Procedural Safeguards (Parent Handbook)
https://www.dpi.nc.gov/parent-rights-handbook/download?attachment English
https://www.dpi.nc.gov/parent-rights-handbook-spanish/download?attachment Español
This handbook is designed to support families with the understanding of the rights and responsibilities specific to the special education process. Acronyms and terms often used in special education and resources can be found in the appendices.
If, at any time, you suspect your student may have a disability and is in need of special education and/or related services, you may request an evaluation, in writing, to your student's school principal, teacher, or the Richmond County Schools Exceptional Children Department at (910) 582-5860.
NC Department of Public Instruction Exceptional Children Division: https://www.dpi.nc.gov/districts-schools/classroom-resources/office-exceptional-children
The mission of the Exceptional Children Division is to ensure that students with disabilities develop intellectually, physically, emotionally, and vocationally through the provision of an appropriate individualized program in the least restrictive environment.
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