Education

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This book will help parents, school professionals and others understand some of the procedures of special education in Wisconsin. The book is not a complete explanation of all the special education laws, but it has information about many of the most common things readers may want to know. This book is not meant to give legal advice. If legal advice is needed, talk to a lawyer.Click on the website link below to see this resource.

Location by County/County(ies) served
Crawford, Columbia, Dane, Grant, Green, Iowa, Lafayette, Richland, Rock, Sauk
Ages Served
3-5 years old, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, High School Age, 18-21 years old
Funding Sources
Free
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User-friendly handbook on special education laws, policies, and practices in Wisconsin

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Short Description
Suggestions for strengthening self-determination skills and family advocacy; methods to promote academic success in the classroom; ideas for social involvement and integration across campus; strategies for vocational planning and employment.
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Efforts are unfolding across the country to increase and expand upon postsecondary education options for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In Wisconsin, the demand for college is growing and pockets of people across the state are discussing how to develop programs in their own communities. This website serves as a tool to inform, connect, and support people involved in these efforts. Explore the site, read the state plan, and register for the listserv. It's time to THINK COLLEGE.

Phone
608-890-1688
Address
1500 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI
53705
Location by County/County(ies) served
Crawford, Columbia, Dane, Grant, Green, Iowa, Lafayette, Richland, Rock, Sauk
Ages Served
High School Age, 18-21 years old, Adults
Description

LOV Inc. supports tribal families that include individuals with disabilities.

Our Family Navigator works with families to identify their individual needs through one-on-one consultations and connecting families with resources and services that may be available through county, state, or tribal programs.

We have a partnership with Ho-Chunk Nation Department of Education and work with tribal families enrolled in one or more of the 11 federally recognized tribes in Wisconsin.

Phone
608-843-7906
Address
504 S. Brearly St. Madison, WI

53703
Location by County/County(ies) served
Crawford, Columbia, Dane, Grant, Green, Iowa, Lafayette, Richland, Rock, Sauk
Ages Served
Birth - 2 years old, 3-5 years old, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, High School Age, 18-21 years old, Adults
Funding Sources
Free
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WECP is affiliated with the University of Wisconsin through the Graduate School. Designed to meet the needs of a developmentally diverse group of young children, it also provides a site for university research and training.Our program goals are:1. Service: to provide an exemplary inclusive child development program for children developing typically and for those with special needs.2. Training: to provide disciplinary and interdisciplinary training to university students.3. Research: to provide a research setting in which relevant educational and developmental issues can be studied.4. Outreach: to provide community consultation and professional development opportunities about early childhood development, education and inclusion to programs and individuals.The goal of the WECP is to provide a supportive and enriching environment that will foster each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development. The program incorporates the nurturing aspects of a home environment, and social and learning opportunities provided in a group early education setting. The typical day provides opportunities for discovery, constructive and imaginary play; language arts and literacy; music, art and creative projects; and science, technology and math experiences. Grounded in the belief that children learn through play, there are many opportunities for children to direct their own activities, explore the environment and follow their interests.

Phone
608-263-5760
Address
1500 Highland Ave, Madison, WI
53705
Location by County/County(ies) served
Dane
Ages Served
Birth - 2 years old, 3-5 years old