Partners in PROMISE

Accessibility matters every single day, but today we take a moment to elevate the conversation.
Global Accessibility Awareness Day is a reminder that access is not a privilege. It is a right.

For military-connected children with special education needs, accessibility can shape everything from classroom success to a sense of belonging. Different abilities deserve understanding, support, and systems that work. When we create inclusive spaces, we open the door to opportunity, confidence, and growth for every child.

Let us continue building a world where every military child is seen, supported, and set up to thrive.

🏫School Checklist PCS Prep!📦

1. Make sure your child's IEP reflects ALL services and supports being provided and needed for the next grade. Teachers and school staff often can go above and beyond, especially once they get to know our learner, so make sure all of those wonderful things are documented in the IEP.

2. Request a hard copy of their educational file. Files get faxed, emailed, sent, and sometimes delayed. Make sure you have a hard copy of the file to pass on to the new school once you get there.

3. Contact the school liaison at your current duty station to link you to the school liaison at the duty station you are headed to. School liaisons can be valuable in identifying the schools in the area, the point of contact, and registration dates.

4. Connect previous school staff with new school staff. Contact information, including email addresses, can be very beneficial to allow staff to communicate with each other. You may also want to include letters detailing how the teacher assisted with your learner. These can be helpful to provide guidance as well.

5. Visit the state's Department of Education website for timelines, policies, and procedures. What are the new states' timelines to create an IEP, and what services and placements do they offer? If it is DOWEA what are their policies and who do you communicate with?

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Our fearless leader, Michelle Norman, had the opportunity to represent Partners in PROMISE at the Red, White, and & Blue Summit hosted by the Hampton Roads Veteran Employment Center this week.

It was a great opportunity to connect with local military families and other military-connected organizations to provide resources for those with children in special education/

We are looking forward to the next one!

Navigating special education for a military child can feel complex, but the right tools can make the process more manageable and empowering. This blog shares a helpful letter template to request an IEP meeting and a practical checklist to help you prepare with confidence.

👉Read the full post to feel supported and ready for your next step: https://thepromiseact.org/a-parents-ultimate-iep-meeting-checklist/