Welcome to Resources for Parents and Caregivers

This page is organized for parents to find information about

• Better understanding accommodations
• Working with Career and Technical Education teachers
• Helping your student successfully transition into the workplace, post-secondary education, and living on their own.

Click on the topic or the related question that most interests you to find the resources that available at this web site. Our set of resources is still growing and you can help - please contact us or send us resources that you think would help other teachers address a specific topic.

Resources for parents to better understand accommodations

Accommodations are part of your child's IEP and should be used to help your child to better how his/her abilities. Here are some questions you may have.

Click here for resources that address the following questions:

• My child has problems reading and writing and I believe there may be some computer program that could help her at home or at school. What resources are available to help our family learn more about current technology for students with disabilities?
• I have really advocated for my child at school but now he is graduating from school and will be working. What kinds of accommodations are available for him when he starts his new job?
• My child really wants to do well in her CTE classroom but her learning disability can get in the way. What kinds of accommodations may be available to help her and other students with disabilities in their CTE program?

Resources for parents who want to work with the cte teacher

Creating a meaningful and trusting relationship with your child's CTE teacher can model collaborative decision-making for your child. Here are some questions you may have.

Click here for resources that address the following questions:

• My child has a disability but I don't know if his CTE teacher understands how to help him overcome the challenges that result from his disability. How can I help my son's teacher to better understand my child's disability?
• I have specific employment goals for my child after he graduates and I think this would be good to share with his CTE teacher. What tools can help me communicate these goals to the teacher?
• My child has a unique learning style and really enjoys more "hands-on" projects. How can I help her CTE teacher to incorporate of these "hands-on" activities in class so my daughter will be more engaged?

Resources for parents who want to help their child transition from high school

Helping your child to prepare for an independent life after high school can start years before graduation and is one of the most valuable roles you can play in your child's life. Here are some questions you may have.

Click here for resources that address the following questions:

• My child is in a CTE program but still doesn't know what kind of career she really wants after graduation. How can I help her explore more careers at home?
• My child always changes her mind about what she will do when she "grows up." How can I help my child make and set a plan for her adult life?
• My child who has a disability is going to graduate from school soon but I'm not sure how he is going to transition from high school into adulthood. How can I help my child make a successful transition from high school to a more independent adult life?

Resources for parents to better understand career and technical education (cte) programs

CTE programs provide valuable instruction and experience that can be applied to any future career! Here are some questions you may have.

Click here for resources that address the following questions:

• My child's guidance counselor recommends that my daughter look into CTE programs. What are CTE programs like and will they prevent my daughter from being able to apply to a four- year college?
• My son has a disability that makes school so frustrating that I worry that he may drop-out of school. How could a CTE program help my child?