Family Matters Mission Statement Parent Training & We build upon families’ strengths, to empower parents and profes- sionals to achieve the strongest Information Center possible outcomes for students —— with disabilities and to enhance the quality of life for children and Lincolnland Building young adults with disabilities. 1901 S. 4th St., Ste. 209 Guiding Principles

Parents who know their children’s rights Effingham, IL 62401 can better advocate for their children. —— The home, school and community are vital components of an individualized 1-866-436-7842 education program. fax: 217-318-3516 All children are capable of learning and good behavior. —— email: [email protected] All children have individual strengths and talents. website: www.fmptic.org facebook.com/FamilyMattersPTIC Students are entitled to appropriate The content of this brochure was developed under a grant technology, flexible learning from the US Department of Education, #H328M150037 . environments, and accessible However, the content does not necessarily represent the curriculum. policy of the US Department of Education, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government. School districts and parents are Project Officer, David Emenheiser Family Matters PTIC receives $249,925 or 94% of its capable of a cooperative funding from the US Department of Education IDEA relationship that benefits the child. funds, and $16,764 or 6% of its funding from Community Support Systems.

12/2018 If your child has a physical, 

developmental, mental Family Matters Provides: health, or learning impair-

ment and needs school  disability-related information services or accommodations,  referral/linkage to other agencies Family Matters Parent  telephone and email consultation Training & Information Center regarding individual concerns  parent trainings & webinars (FMPTIC) is a resource for Family Matters Offers (also available in Spanish Trainings On: you. upon request)  special education rights and  We assist parents of children  training for professionals and responsibilities with disabilities to be informed support staff  transition from high school participants in the special  a lending library  IEP planning and participation education process.  informational packets on special education issues  Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act  We assist students with  self-advocacy training for youth  behavior and discipline disabilities to understand  parent/school collaboration their rights and responsibilities.  transition from early intervention to early childhood services  We supply information to  conflict resolution teachers and other ….and other topics professionals who provide special education and Tell us what you need to learn more related services to children about! with disabilities.

Family Matters serves 94 counties of Illinois (outside of area). Family Matters is not a legal services agency and cannot provide legal advice or legal representation. Information The Chicago area is served by the Family received from Family Matters is not intended as legal advice Resource Center on Disabilities. and should not be used as a substitution for legal advice.