The US Department of Education will be visiting the Illinois State Board of Education on November 2, 2010. We have been asked to survey parents in Illinois to see if they feel Illinois is carrying out the requirements of the federal special education laws. The results of the surveys will be summarized and the data and comments will be provided to the US Department of Education and the Illinois State Board of Education. This is a rare chance for you to let the Department of Education know how you think Illinois is doing. Please take this online survey before October 1, 2010 by clicking on this link.
If your child is between the ages of 0-2 please take this survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/W77JN97
If your child is between the ages of 3-22 please take this survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FDJ5Z76
Welcome to FRCD!
Welcome to the Family Resource Center on Disabilities (FRCD) the Chicago Metropolitan area Parent Training and Information Center!
If you are the parent or family member of a child with a disability, age birth to 22, our job is to provide your family with information, resources, support and training that allows you to help your child meet his or her educational goals.
We are also here to help you learn about what he or she needs to lead a productive and independent adult life.
FRCD is here to help you:
- Learn about your Rights and Responsibilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
- Make informed decisions about your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP)
- Obtain appropriate services for your child
- Communicate more effectively with school professionals
- Come together with other parents who share your concerns and desires to make a difference
- Learn more about Early Intervention and transition services
- Effect positive change in your child’s school
More Information
Have additional questions about FRCD? Browse our frequently asked questions or contact us at 312-939-3513.
This project, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) will provide parents of children with disabilities with the training and information they need to prepare their children to meet academic goals, as well as to lead productive, independent lives to the fullest extent possible.
