How PACER Helps
Through more than 30 projects, PACER provides individual assistance, workshops, publications, and other resources to help families make decisions about education and other services for their child or young adult with disabilities. PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center® provides resources designed to benefit all students, including those with disabilities.
PACER Center enhances the quality of life and expands opportunities for children, youth, and young adults with all disabilities and their families so each person can reach his or her highest potential. PACER operates on the principles of parents helping parents, supporting families, promoting a safe environment for all children, and working in collaboration with others.
With assistance to individual families, workshops, materials for parents and professionals, and leadership in securing a free and appropriate public education for all children, PACER's work affects and encourages families in Minnesota and across the nation.
PACER Facts
Answers to frequently asked questions about PACER, PACER's mission,
program highlights, recent accomplishments, how our contributions
are used, plans for the future, and more.
Leadership
PACER is led by Executive Director, Tonia Teasley. Many members from the community participate on PACER boards and committees.
History of PACER Center
In 1977, PACER began with one project: Parents Helping Parents. Thirty years and 30 programs later, PACER is still staffed primarily by parents of children with disabilities dedicated to educating other parents and improving the lives of families and children.
Success Stories
Learn how PACER has touched the lives of children, young adults and families, as told in a series of success stories.
Public Policy & Legislation
Part of PACER Center’s commitment to children with disabilities includes ensuring that the state and federal laws protecting the rights of people with disabilities remain strong. PACER works in coalition with other disability organizations to support special education laws and other related legislation.
Paula F. Goldberg Memoriam
PACER Center Executive Director
Leading PACER 1977 - 2022
Press Room
A comprehensive resource for all current press release announcements.
Paula F. Goldberg Champion for Children with Disabilities Award
This award was created in honor of Paula F. Goldberg, co-founder of PACER Center, to encourage and recognize an individual or group who has demonstrated exceptional advocacy and leadership in support of the rights of children with disabilities.
Programs
PACER has programs for children and young adults with all disabilities, their parents and families, and the professionals working with the families.
Web Sites
PACER has websites for its National Parent Center on Transition and Employment project, as well as its National Bullying Prevention Center.