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IMPORTANT SPECIAL EDUCATION UPDATE FOR MINNESOTA FAMILIES: Transition Age Extended to Age 22

Legislation was recently enacted, and a court case was recently decided, both of which provide that students with disabilities are eligible for transition services until they turn 22. If your child is still in school, please contact your school district to request that they continue transition services until they turn 22. If your child turned 21 on or after July 1, 2019, and their special education services ended before July 1, 2023, they are likely eligible for compensatory services for services not received before their 22nd birthday. In order to access those services, please contact your school district or transition program to re-enroll your child or discuss compensatory services.

If the school refuses your request to re-enroll your student or refuses your request for transition services, please contact the Minnesota Disability Law Center at 1-800-292-4150.

For other questions related to transition programming or services, please contact PACER Center at [email protected] or 952-838-9000.

Features

PACER's Simon Technology Center - Open House & Tech Expo

Sat., Oct. 7, 2023 | 10 AM - 2 PM

Join us to learn about assistive technology (AT), see demonstrations, and grab a complimentary bite to eat from Viking’s Table food truck!

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Robbi Weil next to sunflowers

Back to School and the IEP

Listen as MPR News host Cathy Wurzer speaks with PACER parent advocate Robbi Weil about tips for families of students with disabilities as they transition into the school year.

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Start planning to participate in and support this month-long event to prevent childhood bullying and promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.

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PACER’s Guide to the IEP for Minnesota Parents

Recently updated, PACER’s Guide to the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Minnesota Parents is your comprehensive, go to resource for all things related to the IEP. Download for free or request a copy by contacting PACER.

Download the IEP Guide

Workshops / Live Stream Events

Register for What's So Special About Turning Three?
Sep
25

What's So Special About Turning Three?

Monday, September 25, 2023 from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CST

Location: Online Web Streaming

 
Register for Beyond Keyboards: Alternative Tools for Controlling Your Computer
Sep
26

Beyond Keyboards: Alternative Tools for Controlling Your Computer

Tuesday, September 26, 2023 from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CST

Location: Online Web Streaming

 
Register for Part 1: IDEA, the Big Picture
Sep
26

Understanding Special Education : Part 1: IDEA, the Big Picture

Tuesday, September 26, 2023 from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM CST

Location: Online Web Streaming

 
Register for Assistive Technology to Support Elementary Academics
Sep
27

Assistive Technology to Support Elementary Academics

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CST

Location: Online Web Streaming

 
Register for Working Towards Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education
Sep
27

Working Towards Positive Educational Outcomes: Mental Health and Special Education

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

Location: Online Web Streaming

 
Register for Your Role, Your Rights, Your Voice: Understanding Special Education to Support Your Native American Child
Sep
27

Your Role, Your Rights, Your Voice: Understanding Special Education to Support Your Native American Child

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM CST

Location: Online Web Streaming

 

Help Support PACER & Others

Facebook Buy & Sell Group - MN Special Needs Equipment for Sale

Find equipment and assistive technology after its initial use. Items such as, communication devices, walkers, adaptive switches and toys, motorized cars (that can be adapted), adapted keyboards, etc. Join Today!

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Our partnership with SurveyMonkey Contribute is a way for anyone to support PACER programs! Sign up and you will receive surveys by e-mail from SurveyMonkey customers who need your opinion. For every survey you take, SurveyMonkey will donate $0.50 to PACER, and you'll get a chance to win $100 in an instant-win game.