2.  The Special Education Process: Pages 3-5
 Learning Disabilities: Pages 6-7
 Autism: Pages 8-10
 ADHD: Pages 11-13
 Support Groups for other disabilities: Pages
14-16
 Special School District: Pages 17-18
 Tutoring Companies: Pages 19-21

3.  The Special Education process can be a very
lengthy process as well as a confusing one.
Where do parents start to find information
on what an IEP is? What things can help a
parent feel more at ease going into their first
IEP meeting? The next slides will give some
information that will help parents feel more
comfortable/more knowledgeable about the
process.

4.  The websites below give information on the
basics of an IEP and how to understand what
it will entail!
 http://kidshealth.org/parent/growth/learning/ie
p.html
 http://www.understandingspecialeducation.com
/13-categories-of-special-education.html
 http://nichcy.org/schoolage/iep/overview
 http://tsbvi.edu/seehear/winter01/mistakes.ht
m

5.  These are websites that can also help parents to feel more
comfortable before going into an IEP meeting!
 Advocacy
 http://tsbvi.edu/seehear/winter01/mistakes.htm
 http://www.parentguidenews.com/Articles/Advocatingfor
YourSpecialNeedsChildsEducation/
 http://childcare.about.com/od/specialneeds/tp/advocacy
.htm
 Support Groups
 http://gocitykids.parentsconnect.com/sub-category/st-louis-mo-
usa/resources/kids-resources/special-needs-learning-differences
 http://www.cdc.gov/family/specialneeds/
 http://www.understandingspecialeducation.com/IEP-parent-
support.html

6.  What does it mean to have a learning
disability? In what academic areas could my
child have a disability? Can they get help?
 According to NINDS “a learning disability is a disorder
that affects the ability to understand or use spoken or
written language, do mathematical calculations,
coordinate movements, or direct attention.”
 Some of the common learning disabilities include: basic
reading, reading comprehension, math calculations, or
writing.
 Treatment is available for learning disabilities and can
include working with a special education teacher,
medication, therapy, and/or tutoring depending on the
child’s needs.

7.  Where can I find more information on
Learning Disabilities and support groups in
my area?
 http://www.helpguide.org/mental/learning_disabilities.
htm
 http://www.ldonline.org/
 http://www.ldanatl.org/
 http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/learningdisabilities
/learningdisabilities.htm
 http://www.ldastl.org/

8.  What is autism? Are there different forms of
autism? What are some common signs of Autism?
What treatments are offered for students with
autism?
 According to NINDS, “Autism is a range of complex
neurodevelopment disorders, characterized by social impairments,
communication difficulties, and restricted, repetitive, and
stereotyped patterns of behavior.”
 What are some different forms of Autism?
 Asperger-milder form of Autism
 Childhood Disintegrative Disorder-development normal to
3-4 years of age, then over months they can lose
language, motor, social, and other skills learned
previously.
 Pervasive Developmental Disorder not otherwise
specified- significant challenges in social and language
development, but a mild form of autism.

9.  Common Signs of Autism
 Impaired social interaction
 Unresponsive to people/focuses too long on one given
object
 Rocking
 Twirling
 Poor Eye Contact
 Repetitiveness
 Treatments offered for Autism
 Educational/Behavioral Interventions
 Medications
 Dietary Interventions/Other therapies

10.  Where can I find more information on Autism
and support groups for Autism in my area?
 http://localmarket.autismsupportnetwork.com/Autism_
Support_Group_Saint_Louis_MO-p3900-
Saint_Louis_MO.html
 http://www.missouriautismcoalition.com/local_supports
 http://www.autismspeaks.org/resource-guide/by-
state/91/Support%20Groups/MO
 http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/autism/detail_autis
m.htm

11.  What is ADHD? Can my child get academic
help with ADHD? Do I need a diagnosis from
my child’s doctor stating they have ADHD to
receive any special education services?
 ADHD- (also known as Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder) can include focusing
difficulties, hyperactivity, behavior issues, or a
combination of all/some of these.
(http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0002
518/)
 Can my child get any academic help with ADHD?
 Treatment can include: medication, therapy, and
special education services

12.  Do I need a diagnosis from my child’s doctor
stating they have ADHD to receive any special
education services?
 This question is both yes and no. When you and your
student’s teacher suspect that ADHD may be something
your student may have, the first place you should start
is your pediatrician. A medical diagnosis of ADHD can
help in the IEP process and can possibly qualify for
services under Other Health Impairment. Students
still need to get tested to see if learning disabilities or
other disabilities/areas may be eligible for
qualification too and all of that can be discussed with
the members of the IEP team to get the best
education for your student.

13.  Where can I find more information on ADHD
and support groups in my area?
 http://www.specialeducationadvisor.com/students-with-
adhd-can-be-eligible-for-an-iep/
 http://www.meetup.com/The-RHI-STL-County-ADD-
ADHD-Group/
 http://healthlibrary.stlouischildrens.org/90,P02552http:
//healthlibrary.stlouischildrens.org/90,P02552
 http://missouri.supportgroups.com/

14.  Parents need a place to go to get together
and discuss issues they are facing with their
special needs children. They need a place to
go and feel like others can relate to them.
On the next slides you will find support
groups that parents can contact to find extra
support.

15.  Cerebral Palsy-
 http://www.childbirthinjuries.com/Cerebral-
Palsy/Resources/Clinic/st-louis-childrens-hospital
 Down’s Syndrome-
 http://dsagsl.org/programs-resources/community-
groups/
 Hearing Impairment-
 http://www.yelp.com/biz/deaf-inc-st-louis
 http://www.stlouischildrens.org/health-
resources/support-groups/cochlear-implant-
support-groups

16.  Emotionally Disturbed-
 http://cap4kids.org/stlouis/parent-
handouts/behavior-counseling-addiction/
 Speech/Language-
 http://www.speechville.com/communication-
station/missouri-speak.html
 http://stlouishomeschoolevents.wordpress.com/sp
ecial-needs-resources/

17. SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
 Who is Special School District? What services
can they provide to my child?
 Special School District is located in St. Louis
county and provides special education services to
all of the school districts within St. Louis county.
 Some of the services they provide include:
 Early Childhood Special Education
 Career and Technical Education
 Special Education Services
 Transition Services
 Applied Behavioral Analysis
 Interpreter Services
 Physical Therapy
 And much more…

18. SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
 Not only does Special School District provide services
to the districts within the St. Louis county region,
they also provide services to private schools and run
specialized schools within the county! These places
include:
 Ackerman Litzsinger
 Neuwoehner Northview
 Southview Bridges
 Private schools receive special education services after
school through a program called SNAP. This program is
federally funded and allows for students to still receive
their much needed services, but in an after school format
without leaving their school in the middle of the day.
 For more information about Special School District’s
other services you can locate it through www.ssdmo.org

19.  Do your students/children get enough one-
on-one attention during the school day or at
home? Do they need more practice on a
specific skill that they don’t get time to
practice at school? Have you ever considered
looking into after school or weekend
tutoring? On the next slides you will find a
list of tutoring companies and their tutoring
specialties.

20.  Sylvan Learning Center-1-888-EDUCATE
http://tutoring.sylvanlearning.com/index.cfm
 Specializes in math, reading, writing, study skills,
homework help, standardized test preparation, summer
camps, college preparation
 Kumon- 1-800-ABC-MATH
http://www.kumon.com/
 Specializes in reading and math
 Club Z Tutoring- 866-44-TUTOR
http://clubztutoring.com
 Specializes in test preparation, pre-K readiness, academic
assistance, and study skills

21.  Simply Math and Reading- 636-256-0022
http://simplymath.com/
 Specializes in math, writing, reading, study
skills, test preparation, and school work