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We provide a place where families of children with special needs can receive help with their issues and concerns. You can find information on various topics related to physical, mental, and intellectual disabilities. We will also update this webpage regularly with coming events, webinars, and video series to help you navigate different aspects of special education. This collection of online resources aims to serve as a one-stop shop for your family with assistance from Fayette County Public Schools, the state of Kentucky, and beyond.
February's Spotlight: Black History Month
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From our past to our present, African Americans with disabilities have contributed much to our society and world.
As many families delve into post-secondary transitions, it is important to consider college as a possibility. See how Black, disabled, and proud college students lead successful lives.
We know that preparing for college is no easy task. To lessen the burden of paying for college, there are many scholarships for African Americans, people with a disability, and those who are both.
Spotlight archives: Monthly Observances
Resources
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Educational Journey
Special Ed 101 for FCPS Families
Transition Guide (PreK-12 and beyond)
Kentucky Parent Guide for Special Education
Parent and Educator Resource Guide to Section 504 in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools
Common terminology & tips for teachers and parents
Admissions and Release Committee meetings (ARC)
Individual Education Program (IEP)
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Statewide Assistance
First Steps, (877) 41STEPS or (877) 417-8377
Kentucky Autism Training Center, (502) 852-4631
Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, (800) 372-7172
Kentucky Protection and Advocacy, (800) 372-2988
KY SPIN (Kentucky Special Parent Involvement Network), (800) 525-7746
UK HDI (University of Kentucky Human Development Institute), (859) 257-1714
DSACK (Down Syndrome Association of Central Kentucky), (859) 494-7809
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Contact us
LaSheena Deadwyler-Hudson,
parent liaison
Phone: (859) 381-4194If you need district-level support, please contact the appropriate associate director of Special Education.
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Coming Up:
Autism Family Network meetings for preschool and elementary families
* Feb. 9 and April 13, both at noon or 6 p.m.
Zoom link
Questions? Email Tanya Sturgill
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Preparing for ARC & IEP Meetings
* Feb. 16 through March 9 (four sessions)
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Web tip: The URL shortcut to this page is fcps.net/spedfamilies