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Looking for a presentation, handout, or guide you've seen mentioned at a meeting or shared by other families? This page collects documents and materials most often requested by parents and caregivers. Resources are grouped by topic to help you quickly find what you need.
If you’re looking for official supports by diagnosis or condition, please visit our Condition-Specific Resources page.
Note: Some files included here were created in prior years and may reference programs, contact information, or policies that have since changed. They're still helpful, but if something seems outdated, please confirm current details with PGCPS, MSDE, or your support team.
This memo outlines the specific actions PGCPS committed to taking in response to parent concerns presented at the April 2024 Board of Education meeting. It includes planned initiatives, training, surveys, and collaborative efforts developed in partnership with SECAC leadership.
Annual report from SECAC to the PGCPS Board of Education, summarizing activities, recommendations, and priorities for the 2024–2025 school year.
During the October 11, 2018 Board of Education meeting, PGCPS leadership presented an overview of the Special Education department’s structure, services, and challenges. Dr. Gwendolyn Mason spoke on the department’s overall strategy, and Ms. Trinell Bowman presented on operations, staffing, compliance, and stakeholder engagement. The video recording includes a full Q&A session with the Board.
A comprehensive guide from PGCPS for families of students receiving special education services. Includes an overview of rights, services, key contacts, and tips for navigating the school system.
A collection of short, easy-to-read guides from MSDE covering IEPs, evaluations, dispute resolution, and other special education topics.
Looking for a simple way to help teachers and caregivers understand your child? This customizable toolkit helps families share key details about a child’s strengths, needs, and routines to support smoother communication and stronger relationships.
Full explanation of your rights under Maryland special education law, including IFSP and IEP services.
A step-by-step guide to the Maryland IEP process from the Maryland State Department of Education.
This newly updated guide (2024) provides a plain-language overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It covers your child’s rights, how special education services should be delivered, and what to do when things go wrong. Designed for families, educators, and advocates, it breaks down key protections like the IEP process, evaluations, timelines, and dispute resolution.
Note: This replaces the older 2004, 2006, and 2014 IDEA Parent Guides, offering the most up-to-date guidance on IDEA implementation.
Glossary, best practices, and procedural guides to help parents navigate special education from evaluation through services.
Introduction to the facilitated IEP process, designed to help teams reach agreements in a collaborative way.
View our collection of Parent’s Place of Maryland (PPMD) training presentations and handouts, developed in partnership with MSDE to guide families through the special education process, advocacy strategies, and IEP planning.
Comprehensive, plain-language resource for special education law, rights, and advocacy strategies.
A practical guide for families on how to resolve special education concerns within Prince George’s County Public Schools.
Main landing page for PGCPS Special Education services, announcements, and updates.
Process for resolving school-related issues, including who to contact at each step.
Secure login portal for parents to access student grades, attendance, and school communications; also used to register new students and manage contact information.
The PGCPS code of conduct outlining expectations, rights, and responsibilities for all members of the school community.
Information on bus eligibility, routing, safety procedures, and how to request transportation changes within PGCPS.
Overview of themed educational opportunities like Career & Technical Education, IB, Arts, and Immersion programs, including application details and program descriptions.
An overview of the range of special education services and supports available across the school system.
Explains services for students who cannot attend school due to physical or emotional conditions.
Presentation from Beth Diaite (Partners for Success Parent Center) focused on school-family collaboration.
A presentation by PGCPS Central Office staff covering transitions at each major school level - including early childhood, elementary, middle, high school, and postsecondary planning.
Step-by-step guide to preparing students with disabilities for life after high school, including postsecondary education, employment, and independent living.
A recent map of where specific special education programs are offered throughout PGCPS. This is a helpful reference for families preparing for school transitions and placement changes.
A presentation by physical therapist Sue Cecere exploring how physical therapy services intersect with assistive technology tools in supporting student access, mobility, and participation in school settings.
A presentation by Dr. Sarah Wayland and Dr. Katharina Boser offering guidance for families on using technology to support children with disabilities. Covers early tech tools and strategies for home and school success.
A presentation from the PGCPS Office of Assistive Technology introducing assistive technology supports available to students with disabilities. Includes examples of tools, referral process, and how tech is integrated into the IEP process.
A report from SECAC summarizing parent feedback on how children with learning disabilities were supported in the school system.
This handout from Dr. Katharina Boser’s 2013 presentation explores the intersection of learning disabilities and emotional regulation. It includes strategies for building motivation, promoting respect, and creating brain-compatible learning environments for students with social-emotional challenges.
A resource handout originally shared at the SECAC Summer Camp Fair, listing inclusive and disability-friendly summer camp options available to families in 2012.
Note: This list is no longer current but may still be helpful for identifying the types of camps and programs historically available.
Dr. Dan Shapiro’s multi-week course helps families better understand children with challenging behaviors by exploring developmental pathways, behavior triggers, and common diagnoses. This course outline and overview provide a snapshot of the skills, concepts, and parent strategies explored throughout the series.
This presentation explains the RTI framework, a multi-tiered approach for identifying and supporting students with learning and behavioral needs. It outlines the process, tier levels, and how schools use RTI data to guide instructional decisions.
A multi-part resource kit from Dr. Shapiro’s 2010 presentation, helping families navigate therapy overload by prioritizing interventions based on observed needs, school feedback, and collaborative planning. Includes worksheets and planning tools.
Summary report from a workshop hosted by SECAC, The Arc, and PGCPS to collect parent and community feedback on CRI programming. The report includes survey results, participant concerns, and recommendations for improving services for students with significant cognitive disabilities.
This guide was originally published by the National Center for Learning Disabilities in 2004. It has since been replaced by the updated 2024 version linked in our current resources section, but remains available here for reference purposes only.
A parent-friendly guide with tips and sample letters to help you clearly request evaluations, address concerns, and collaborate with your child’s school.
If you have questions about any of the links above or need help understanding how these policies affect your child, our board is here to help. We’re parents and advocates too - and we’re happy to connect.
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