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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 Part 2: The Individualized Education Program (IEP)
Oct
3

Understanding Special Education : Part 2: The Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM CST

Location: Online Web Streaming

 
Register for Part 3: What’s Next?
Oct
10

Understanding Special Education : Part 3: What’s Next?

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM CST

Location: Online Web Streaming

 
Register for Supplemental Security Income: Qualifying for Benefits
Oct
12

Supplemental Security Income: Qualifying for Benefits

Thursday, October 12, 2023 from 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM CST

Location: Duluth

 
Register for Understanding Pre-Employment Transition Services and Supplemental Security Income
Oct
17

Understanding Pre-Employment Transition Services and Supplemental Security Income

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CST

Location: Moorhead

 
Register for School Avoidance in Youth With Mental Health Needs
Oct
18

School Avoidance in Youth With Mental Health Needs

Wednesday, October 18, 2023 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

Location: Online Web Streaming

 
Register for Understanding Pre-Employment Transition Services and Supplemental Security Income
Oct
18

Understanding Pre-Employment Transition Services and Supplemental Security Income

Wednesday, October 18, 2023 from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CST

Location: Grand Rapids

 

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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