For employment information go to the Personnel Center.

This site was designed as a graduate project for EDUC 220i: Developing World Wide Web Materials for Educators, Spring 1997, at George Washington University-Educational Technology and Leadership Program. I am a Speech-Language Pathologist currently on Educational Leave of Absence (ELWOP) from the Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DoDDS), pursuing an interest in computers and access to technology by the disabled.

My main goal in designing the site is to provide a comprehensive directory of resources, for the Special Education personnel working in overseas locations, that can assist them in their daily work settings with special needs students and expand their professional development opportunities. A second goal is to try to design the site so that it contains accessibility features i.e. text descriptions for graphics, fast loading pages, limited number of graphics, icons, images, easy navigation, to accommodate the needs of disabled users and those non-disabled users that have limited bandwidth, slow speed connectivity, older hardware, text-only browsers etc.
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A globe, marked with a grid, tilts at an angle. A keyhole is cut into its surface. This Web Access Symbol may be used by webmasters to denote that their site contains accessibility features to accommodate needs of disabled users. Feel free to copy this symbol or visit the National Center for Accessible Media to learn more about the web access project.

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• American Speech-Language Hearing Association-Speech-Language Pathologists can obtain information on communication disorders, conferences, ASHA publications, State Associations, sales etc.
• American Audiology Academy (AAA)-Dedicated to providing quality hearing care to the public and enhancing career options for its members.
• League for the Hard of Hearing-Mission is to improve the quality of life for people with all degrees of hearing loss. Communication and audiology services, outreach, and research opportunities provided.
• Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf-Established in 1890 to empower persons who are hearing impaired.  They focus on issues of national and international scope and members can join Sections and Chapters.
• The American Occupational Therapy Association-Represents the interests and concerns of occupational therapy practitioners and to improve the quality of occupational therapy services.
• American Physical Therapy Association -The goal is to foster advancement in physical therapy practice, education, and research.  On-line catalog, membership information, journals and a book service available.
• American Psychological Association -Visit this site to learn about the organization, publications, public policy, ethical guidelines, press releases, briefing papers , and media information.
• American Vocational Association-Large national education association dedicated to the advancement of vocational education.  Their mission is to provide educational leadership in developing a competitive workforce.
• Association for Educational Communication and Technology-Teachers interested in promoting technology in education can learn about membership, activities, conferences, & publications available.
• Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) Provides credentials for service providers and works to ensure consumer satisfaction with service delivery while promoting the advancement of rehabilitation and assistive technologies.
• Council for Exceptional Children-Special educators can investigate membership benefits, publications, conferences, special topics etc.
• National Early Childhood Technical Assistance System (NEC*TAS) Provides on going technical assistance and services to young children with disabilities and their families.
• National Organization for Rare Disorders- They are dedicated to helping people with rare "orphan" diseases and assisting the organizations that serve them through education, research, and service.
• The ARC Home Page-Rich in information about Down Syndrome, Fragile X, federal legislation, assistive technology etc.
• Down Syndrome World Wide Web Page-Contains information about Down Syndrome, journals, medical information, parent matching & support etc.
• Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)- Educators can find out about membership, activities, conferences, & special topics.
• Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorders (CHADD)-National advocacy group that now has a web site to disseminate & exchange information on ADHD, conferences, educational materials etc.
• LD On-Line-An interactive guide about Learning Disabilities. Find examples of student work, exchange ideas and make contacts with other educators etc. Links to information on other disabilities available.
• National Center for Learning Disabilities-Committed to improving the lives of those affected by learning disabilities.
• The Autism Society of America (ASA)-Serving the needs of individuals with autism and their families through advocacy, education, public awareness, and research.
• Division TEACCH-Treatment and Education of Autistic and related communication handicapped children in the NC training and research program. Information, products available.
• American Foundation for the Blind-Information, services, resource links for blind and visually impaired individuals.
• National Federation of the Blind-The goal is to help the blind help themselves, receive equal treatment, and be respected as individuals for their contributions to society.
• National Association for Visually Handicapped-Dedicated to providing assistance to the Visually Impaired.  Excellent links, articles, general information, visual aids, catalog etc.
• National Transition Alliance-Evaluates transition program effectiveness and provides technical assistance to OSERS model programs for youth with disabilities.
• International Reading Association-Serves as a clearinghouse for conferences, journals, and other publications.
• TASH-An international association for people with disabilities, their family members,  advocates, and professionals promoting full inclusion in society.  This site includes general information about the association, membership, the TASH conference, and Action Alerts.
• Tourette Syndrome Association-Contains medical and scientific information on the disorder, membership news, public service announcements, bulletin board and a chat room.
•  Special Olympics International-Organization philosophy, U.S. Programs and links, International Programs, and Winter Games.

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Education and Federal Government Sites

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Have fun searching these sites to learn more about technology, special education, and related issues.

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• The U.S. Department of Education
• Office of Special Education Programs
• Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
• Links to Other Federal Government Sites
• Trace Research Center at the University of Wisconsin
• Computer Electronic/Accommodations Program (CAP)
• The Center on Information Technology Accommodations (CITA)
• ERIC Educational Publications (ERIC)
• ERIC Internet - Search for Educational Information
• Yuri Rubinisky Institute:WebAble
• Federal Resource Center for Special Education
• National Center for Research in Vocational Education-(School-to-work, transition information)
• National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research-(School implemention of ADA)
• Specialized Training Of Military Parents (STOMP)
• The National Rehabilitation Information Center
• Heath Resource Center
• Protection and Advocacy for Persons with Developmental Disabilities
• National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities-(NICHCY)
• National Institute of Mental Health
• Social Security Administration-SSI
• Committee on Education and the Workforce

• Gallaudet University
• George Washington University
• University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• University of Arizona
• University of Kansas
• Johns Hopkins University
• University of Buffalo-Cornucopia Of Disability Information(CODI)
• University of Virginia

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The following links will connect you to information on special needs students, teaching and assessment materials, assistive technology, and hardware/software needs.

| REGULAR EDUCATION | | SPECIAL EDUCATION |  | EDUCATIONAL PRODUCTS |  | TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS |
 

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REGULAR EDUCATION

• The Hanen Centre-Books for parents and professionals on promoting children's language and social skills, workshops materials to train parents about language delays in children.
• Scientific Learning Corporation-Find out about the new comprehensive CD-ROM and Internet training program for language learning impaired children.
• Newbridge Book Company-Order books/materialsfor Speech Pathology, Special Education, Early Childhood, Primary needs.
• American Guidance Services-Order assessment and instructional materials for use with special education students.
• Academic Therapy Publications-Assessment and educational materials for communication disorders.
• Laureate Learning Systems Inc.-Speech/voice ssessment and training software products.
• Pro-Ed Inc.-Text, books, materials and equipment for special needs students.
• Thinking Publications-Speech and language assessment and intervention resources for all ages including textbooks, interactive multimedia teaching materials, games, books etc.
• Future Horizons- Autism resource for books about behavior, social skills, treatments, family concerns, A.S.A. Conference papers.
• Aspen PublicationsInformation resources, publications, and electronic products for speech-language, health, and education disciplines.
• Phonic Ear-Personal FM assistive listening devices for students and classroom models.
• Slosson Catalog-On-line catalog for intellectual, speech/language, behavioral, special needs, and educational assessment materials.  Also includes detailed description of materials.
• A.D.D. Warehouse-On-line catalog of books, videos, training tools, games, assessment tools for ADD,  ADHD, and related problems.

• Apple Computer K-12-Educational hardware/software for Apple/Mac OS and resources for integrating it into the curriculum.
• AROGA Technologies Disability Products-Computer products available for persons with Physical, Communication, Low Vision, & Blindness disabilities.
• Broderbund Software-Specializing in interactive software for preschool-upper elemenatry school.
• DREAMMS for Kids-Assistive Technology Clearing House specializing in assistive technology products for children. Special section on Directions:Technology in Special Education.
• Computer Museum Guide to Best Software- Parent tips for choosing software for children of all ages.  Reviews of recent additions for a variety of academic areas.
• Early Childhood Education-Software Reviews for preschool-upper elementary, lesson plans, articles, parent resources etc.
• Edmark-Software for preschool and early elementary as well as eduction materials.
• Gus Communications Inc.-Specializing in multimedia speech systems for Windows-compatible computers that turns screen into a dynamic display, speech output device.
• IBM Special Needs-Adaptive/Assistive hardware/software for MS-Dos based machines for use with special needs students.
• Wings for Learning/Sunburst-Software and educational materials for regular and special needs users at the elementary level.
• Intelligent Peripheral Devices-Makers of the Alpha Smart Pro and 2000.  For teachers who don't have enough computers in their classrooms, this intelligent keyboard could be a solution.  Applicable for the Learning Disabled population.
• Academic Software -Assistive Technology devices for use with PCs and Macs.  They also have other products like interactive books for home, school, work, and free download pages with demos.

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Assistive Technology & Web Accessibility

• SEEDS-Assistive Technology: Empowering Rural Students with Disabilities-Definition Assistive Technology, use in schools for visual, sensory, and learning handicaps, legal mandates, funding process, and local resources.
• Technology Meets Some Special Needs: An article from the Washington Post describing how students are using technology to overcome obstacles to learning in VA classrooms.
• Electronic Curbcuts-An article about the history of the fight for equal access to media for those individuals with sensory disabilities, universal design principles discussed
• The Technology Assistance Program at Gallaudet University-Research group at Gallaudet University currently focusing on a special grant project to initiate telecommunication services in 5 schools for the Deaf.
• Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP)-(Go to Search and type in CAP) Provides computer accommodations to increase accessibility for persons with disabilities throughout the Department of Defense.
• National Center for Accessible Media (NCAM)-Internet access for the Deaf and Hearing Impaired; Blind and Visually Impaired users, web access projects, Electronic Curbcuts, and related articles and links.
• The GSA Center for Information Technology Accomodations-Accessibility issues for Federal Agencies, universal access design, codes, policies/laws affecting accessibility.
• Equal Access to Software and Information (EASI)-The mission is to serve as a resource to the education communityby providing information and guidance in the area of access-to-information technologies by individuals with disabilities.
• Closing The Gap-The internationally recognized source for information on innovative applications of computer technology in special education and rehabilitation.  Contains a 200 page guide to thousands of commercially available hardware and software products and organizations that serve people with special needs.
• Designing Web Pages for Special Disabled Populations-An article by Judy Cossel Rice discussing assessibility features that are helpful by disability group.
• Assessible Web Page Design-Contains a list of articles discussing how to make a web page accessible to individuals with disabilities.
• CAST: Bobby-An automatic verifier of web site accessibility

Autism and PDD

• Autistic Children's Activity Program (A.C.A.P.)-An organization that focuses on the direct services needed for children with autism.
• Autism Resources-The most comprehensive site of resources I've come across for this topic!
• The Autism Channel Link A virtual newspaper to help parents and professionals learn more about autism, legislation, and related links.
• PDD and Autism Links -A good set of links for professionals and parents to get started in researching this topic.
• General Information about Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders -discusses the neurological disorder that affects a child's ability to communicate, understand language, play, and relate to others.
• The Autism, ADD & Related Disorders Page-Thorough list of links to help people with autism and related disorders understand themselves a bit better..
• OASIS (On-Line Asperger's Syndrome Information)-Excellent  site to begin your research on this disability area.  It includes information on parent education, classroom management, family matters, support groups, kids work, recommended books and more ...

ADD/ADHD

• Attention Deficit Disorder / Learning Disabilities (ADD/ADHD) Online Resource Center -Extensive information on the disorder, legal rights, news, reviews, and research,  recommended reading, plus related web sites.
• One A.D.D. Place -The hub for Attention Deficit Disorder (A.D.D.& A.D.H.D):  public info; papers and articles; catalogs offering books, audio tapes, and videos; calendar of events, and loads of related links.
• ADDMed-Online - Information provided on the disorder, medication, diagnostic tools, reading materials, and related web sites by an M.D. working with children and adults.
•  Resources on ADD-Comprehensive source for DSM-III and IV, ADD FAQs, archives, organization lists, articles, conferences, resources for teachers and parents, plus much more.

 Disability Link-ADD-From the IRSC site assorted articles, resources for parents, newsgroups etc.

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• Hearing Aid Museum and Archives-An interactive display of over 2.700 hearing aids spanning the history of hearing aid development.
• Deafworld Web-Information on Deafness and issues affecting the Deaf culture.
• DEAF@X-Working with communication and technology, a group in the UK that sets us e-mail chatlines matching deaf childrean and adults with their hearing counterparts to help improve communiation skills, the use of English, and promote access to technology.
• The Captioning Center-Learn all about how captions are made for videos and movies.
• Deaf Resource Page -Find sites related to deafness, ASL, and deaf culture compiled by Todd Simkin.

Blind and Visually Impaired   D7.

• W3 Access for Blind and Visually Impaired Computer Users -Learn how to make web-surfing easier for blind and visually impaired computer users.
• Yahoo! - Society and Culture:Disabilities:Blindness -First stop to begin your research in the area of blindness and visual impairments.
• National Library Service for the Blind & Physically Handicapped-Provides the free loan of recorded books and braille books and magazines plus music scores in braille and large print.  News releases, catalogs, book listings, and talking books also available on the site.
• Blind Children's Center-Provides parents and professionals program information for infants and preschoolers, educational publications, research topics, material sources, and related links.
• Blind Related Links-A collection of links on a variety of topics from adaptive technology to blind U.S. veterans.
• United States Schools for the Blind and Visually Extensive set of links -Extensive list of K-12 programs.  Links to their web sites when available.
• NICHCY- General Info About Visual Impairments -Contains general information about the impairment, resources, organizations, related article etc.

Disability Rights D8.

• Disability Rights Activist-Tools for activists, latest information on legislation, action groups by disability, links to other resources.
• Disability Rights Group--Dedicated to the distribution of information concerning disability rights.
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Document Center -This site contains copies of the ADA of 1990, regulations, technical manuals, links to the Job Accommodation Network and other related sites.
• disABILITY Information and Resources-Very comprehensive set of resources covering all areas of disability and special needs resources.
• Disability Resources Inc.-An excellent web site that is a well organized resource for information on many disabilities. It also include a section on advocacy.

Parent Education and Support

• National Parent to Parent Support and Information System-Links parents of children with special health care needs and rare disorders.
• Parent Education Advocacy Training Center-Assists parents and professionals in translating the legal rights of children with disabilities into genuine opportunities for full participation in school and community life.
• Parenting Resources-Contains a list of links to other sites that contain useful information for parents of children with disabilities.
• The Family Network-Florida based site promoting parents as the child's life long advocate.
• Teacher/Pathfinder -The  Internet Village-Information regarding family learning and involvement in education, parenting resources, family friendly Internet sites, and fun stuff for kids.
• Parents' Educational Resource Center-Information for parents and educators of children with learning disabilities.
• Parents and Children Together Online-On-line magazine for parents and children to further the cause of family literacy through reading.  Also contains related articles on children's reading, writing, and book reviews.
• Specialized Training of Military Parents (STOMP)-A federally funded Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center  established to assist military families who have children with special education or health needs.
• Parent Educational Resource Center-Information and guidance for parents of children with learning differences.  Also an on-line parent journal, special projects, and media articles included.
• Temperament in Children and Adults-A clearinghouse for research and practical information about temperamental characteristics to be used by parents, professionals, and others.  Parent and professional links included.
• Parents, Educators, and Publishers (PEP)-An informational resource site designed with  parents, educators, and children's software publishers in mind.  Reviews, cool sites, computer camps, shopper's resources etc.
• National Parent Information Network-Provides information to parents and those who work with parents to foster the exchange of materials.  Parent newsletter, resources, calendar of events, that is updated monthly.
• NICHCY- Index-Kid Source on line has compiled articles on parenting, guides to children's literature and disability books, general information on disabilities, and on-line help to conduct a literature review.
• The National Parent Network on Disabilities (NPND)-was established to provide a presence and national voice for parents of children, youth, and adults with special needs.  NPND shares information and resources in order to promote and support the power of parents to influence and affect policy issues concerning the needs of people with disabilities and their families.
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IDEA

• IDEA Improvement Act 1997-All the latest revisions to IDEA for you to review.
• Disciplinary Exclusions of Special Education Students-ERIC document about legal issues, determining if action is a manifestation of the handicap, school disciplinary policies, and alternatives to disciplinary exclusion.
• Provision of Early Intervention and Special Education Services (DODI-1342.12)-Entire document for your viewing or printing.
• Provision of Medically Related Services to Children Receiving Special Education Services (DODI-1010.13)-Entire document for your viewing or printing.


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Conferences

• Special Education Conferences-A monthly listing of conferences for special educators.  Click on "events" under the "navigate" menu on the left side of the page.
• NICHCY- A list of Disability-Related Conferences for 1997-1998.
• The PARENTING Calendar Introductory Page-A list of conferences, workshops, and other related events.
• Families, Technology, and Education Conference-The focus of this ERIC conference is on emerging technologies and the ways they affect family life and the education of children.
• 1998 ASHA Annual Convention-ASHA's premier educational event attended by over 10,000 members each year.
• CEC Professional Development Events-Conference listings, CEC Training Institutes, and Career Education Training events.
• 1998 TASH Conference-Focus is on inclusion and disability related issues.
• 1998 Closing The Gap-Conference-Emphasis is on Computer Technology in Special Education and Rehabilitation. Over 150 presentations are offered that describe and/or demonstrate successful applications of computer technology for persons with disabilities.


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DoDDS SPECIAL EDUCATION COORDINATORS

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The following addresses are provided for your convenience, to contact the current Special Education Coordinators regarding professional issues via mail, phone, or Fax. To send an email message, just click on the highlighted link.

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David Burket                                                                    
DoDEA                                                                                           
4040 Fairfax Drive                                                              
Arlington, VA  22203-1635                                               
                                                                                                        
Off: 703-696-4492 ext. 147                                      
Fax: 703-696-8924                                                               
email: david_burket@odedodea.edu                                
                
Lorie Sebestyen                                                         
DoDEA                                                                                           
4040 Fairfax Drive                                                              
Arlington, VA  22203-1635                                               
        
Off: 703-696-4492                                                                               
Fax: 703-696-8924                                                               
email: lorie_sebestyen@odedodea.edu              

Dr. Rebecca Posante 
Office of Family Policy
Boston Tower #3, Suite 917
4015 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22203-5190
Off: 703-696-5733
Fax: 703-696-4276
email: rebecca_posante@odedodea.edu

Carie Rothenbacher
DoDEA
4040 Fairfax Drive
Arlington, VA 22203-1635

Off: 703-696-4492 ext.151
Fax: 703-696-8924
email: carie_rothenbacher@odedodea.edu

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Area Offices  D9. 


Ms. Felicia Van Heertum                                                                 
DoDDS-Pacific Office                                                            
PSC 556, Box 796                                                                        
FPO  AP  96386-0796                                                                     
                                                                                                        
Off: 011-81-98-876-8485                                         
Fax: 011-81-6117-453011                                                 
email: felicia_van_heertum@odedodea.edu  
                                                                       
Mr. Jann Williams
Instructional System Specialist
DoDDS-Europe Area Office
CMR 443, Box 125
APO AE 09096

Off: 011-49-611-380-7662
Fax: 011-49-611-380-7565
email: jann_williams@odedodea.edu

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District Offices D9.

                                                                
Marcia Mason Blom                                                               
DoDDS-Korea District                                                            
Unit 15549, Box 115                                                             
APO  AP 96205                                                                           

Off: 011-82-2-7918-5197                                         
Fax: 011-82-2-7918-4280                                         
email: marcia_blom@odedodea.edu

Dr. Jane Davis
DoDDS-Turkey District
PSC 94, Box 3148
APO AE 09824

Off: 011-90-322-346-2203/2183
Fax: 011-90-322-346-1939
email: jane_davis@odedodea.edu
        

Donald Ratchford                                                                
DoDDS-Panama District                                                   
Curundu Elementary School                                                                                     
APO  AA  34002                                                                  
                                                                                                        
Off: 011-507-285-4345                                           
Fax: 011-507-285-4345                                         
email: donald_ratchford@odedodea.edu

Ms. Susan Gurley
Special Education Coordinator
DoDDS-Japan District
Unit 5072
APO AP 96328-5072

Off: 011-81-425-52-2511 ext.57763
Fax: 011-81-425-52-2511-57888
email: susan_gurley@odedodea.edu

John Avera                                                                              
DoDDS-Wuerzburg District                                                
417 BBS, Unit 26124                                                             
APO  AE  09031                                                                  

Off: 011-49-9321-37914                                          
Fax: 011-49-9321-37815                                          
email: john_avera@odedodea.edu

Mr. Shirral D. Jennings
DoDDS-Hessen District
Unit 7565, Box 29
APO AE 09050-0029

Off: 011-49-69-695-80324/312
Fax: 011-49-69-693258
email: shirral_jennings@odedodea.edu

Ms. Diana Patton                                                                
Special Education Liaison                                               
DoDDS-Italy District                                                            
APO  AE  09630-0005                                                             

Off: 011-39-444-51-8457                                         
Fax: 011-39-444-30-2541                                         
email: diana_patton@odedodea.edu

Ms. Joyce Rankl
DoDDS-United Kingdom District
Unit 5185, Box 470
APO AE 09464

Off: 011-44-1638-52-7226
Fax: 011-44-1638-52-7243
email: joyce_rankl@odedodea.edu

Ms. Nadine R. Sapiente                                          
DoDDS-Benelux District                                                  
PSC 79, Box 3                                                                           
APO  AE  09724                                                                  

Off:011-322-720-7105/725-4541/4930              
Fax:011-322-721-2822                                                    
email: nadine_sapiente@odedodea.edu

Ms. Ann Vidolovits-Moore
DoDDS-Kaiserslautern District
Unit 3405
APO AE 09094

Off: 011-49-631-351370
Fax: 011-49-631-98762
email: ann_vidolovits-moore@odedodea.edu

Ms. Becky Vinson                                                                
DoDDS-Okinawa District                                                  
Unit 5166                                                                                       
APO  AP  96368-5166                                                             

Off: 011-81-98-939-5269                                         
Fax: 011-81-611-734-1399                                        
email: becky_vinson@odedodea.edu

Ms. Pat Wilson
DoDDS Heidelberg District
CMR 419, Box 16131
APO AE 09102

Off: 011-49-6221-768081
Fax: 011-49-6221-761883
email: pat_wilson@odedodea.edu

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• D1-An image from the NCAM: Success Stories for Deaf and Hearing Impaired Students utilizing technology: a girl with red hair using a TTY unit; two boyswith black hair; one using a video camera and the other typing on a computer keyboard.
• D2-Mac computer and mouse, left side, line break.
• D3-Airmail letter with pen.

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• D5-A globe being surrounded by a ribbon of moving geometric shapes.
• D2-Mac computer and mouse, left side, line break.

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• D6-A medium yellow school bus.
• D2-Mac computer and mouse, left side, line break.

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• D7-Symbol of blind individual with a cane
• D8-Symbol of handicapped individual in a wheel chair.

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• D9-Small silver mailbox with red flag.
• D2-Mac computer and mouse, left side, line break.

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• D10-Red toolbox filled with a computer, notebook, graduation cap, and briefcase.

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• D11-Seven young children skipping in a line and holding balloons.  One is in a wheelchair.

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• D12-Children's hands raised skyward with fingers interlocked.

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  School-to-Work National Office-This site has the latest on legislation, special STW topics, articles, grant programs, educational materials,  and related sites.
  National Transition Alliance For Youth with Disabilities-The NTA tries to maximize opportunities for youth transitioning from school to work.  Good list of State Transition resources and links to on-line databases.
  Vocational Education Resources-Wealth of material on career and job information, legislation, publications, curriculum materials, and training.
  Technology Link for Careers- Introduces young people with disabilities to careers in high-tech fields.  Tours of upcoming events and related links available.
  New Horizons Regional Education Center (NHREC)-Good examples of high school vocational, technical,  special education, and apprenticeship programs in Hampton, VA are highlighted.  Lot's of Internet and K-12 resources are also included.
  School-to-Work Outreach Project-This site shares information generated from the School-to-Work Outreach Project to improve work opportunities for students with disabilities.
  The Job Accommodations Network-An international toll-free consulting service that provides information about job accommodations and the employability of people with disabilities.  Don't miss the points of interest pages with over 180 links.
  Transition from High School to College-Step by step guide to help your students prepare for college while in high school.
  School-to-Work Employment and Training Administration -Extensive resource on school-to-work models, topic areas, organization, products, research and more at the Department of Labor.
  SCANS/2000-Information on research at Johns Hopkins University regarding SCANS competencies used in education programs, special projects. and publications.
  95 SCANS and the New Vocationalism -An ERIC document discussing the history of SCANS, state and local efforts, overseas education programs (DoDDS), and resources.
  Job Bank USA-Specializes in providing employment and resume information services to job candidates, employers, and recruitment firms.  Resumes can be submitted as a free service.
  National Center for Research in Vocational Education (NCRVE)-The nation's largest center for research and development in work-related education supported by the U.S. Department of Education.
  K-12 Vocational Sites-This site contains links to WWW pages maintained by K-12 vocational programs and other related sites.
  School-to-careers Web Guide-The site was designed to facilitate the distribution of School-to-Work information to educators, students, and businesses.  Explore the curriculum guide, STW catalog, and links.
  Academic Innovations-Examples of STW presentations on Career Exploration  Brainstorming and Job Interview Night to help prepare your students.  Also check out their home page for resources, books, and hot sites.
  ERIC -Adult, Career, Vocational, Educational Clearinghouse- Provides comprehensive information publications, and services in career, vocational-technical education, and workforce preparation.
  Skills Net-This site is the "research voice" for the grassroots movement to deploy a National Skills Infrastructure.  Check out their library, resource list, job bank, list serv and more.
  Careers On-Line at University of Minnesota-Provides job search and  employment information to people with disabilities.
  Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators - Vocational Education and Tech Prep -An A to Z list of resources for school-to-work, careers, and vocational education you'll want to check out.
  School to Work -52 additional school-to-work resources to investigate.
  Facts about Transition from School to Work and Community Life-Resource guide for learning about the language of the law regarding school-to-work.
  1996-97 Occupational Outlook Handbook -First stop for investigating future job trends with patterns listed by occupation.  Useful reference tool for jobs, requirements etc.

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   Utah's Project for Inclusion-Information about state projects, training and support, resource library, conferences, and related links.
   National Center to Improve Practices in Special Education (NCIP)
   Writers Press:-is a publisher of educational literature including children's books on inclusion.
   Circle of Inclusion -An outreach training project designed to address the challenges and issues of inclusive program development for children with severe, multiple disabilities.
   Inclusion:School as a Caring Community -Handbook for teachers seeking success with inclusion.  Links to relevant field notes, resources, and a discussion area to "ask an expert".
   Inclusion Checklist -Concise one page handout for teacher, parents, and community members.
   Inclusive Education Web Site-Learn about the Whats and How Tos of Inclusive Education, basic guidelines for teaching in an inclusive classroom, and resources for learning more about the topic.
   Special Needs Education Network (SNE)-This site contains information and resources related to Inclusion and Integration.
   Florida Inclusion Network-The latest happenings in FL public schools, a chat room, links to other sites, and teacher to teacher area to submit questions.
   Inclusion Press Home Page -This site includes general information on inclusion, offers books and videos for sale, newsletter, catalogs, workshops, articles, and resources.
   Friends of Inclusion Resource Page-Extensive list of links covering all aspects of inclusion from recommended readings to literacy and school resources.
   Inclusive Education Resources-On-line articles, newsletters, recommended readings, research, web sites, workshops etc. from the The Family Village School.
   Bandaids & Blackboards-Wealth of new material -by children -for children -on inclusion of children with chronic illnesses.
   Kids R Kids -A new site providing helpful resources to enhance the quality of life for children with disabilities while promoting inclusion for all kids.
   Inclusion and Education Related Resources-This site contains a comprehensive list of organizations to contact.
   Including Students with Disabilities in General Classrooms-ERIC document about attitudes and beliefs, school support, collaboration, instructional methods, and making it work.
   Integrating Students with Severe Disabilities-ERIC Document about benefits of integrating these students into the classroom, facilitating integration, problems to overcome, open door policy, and non-disabled students supporting integration efforts.
   Including Students with Disabilities: Mini bibliography-Start your research here to investigate this timely topic using ERIC documents.
   Institute on Community Integration: a University of Minnesota Affiliated Program, focuses on state-of-the-art information and practices that support the community integration  of individuals with disabilities. This site includes access to information about Institute services, projects, publications, reports, and online resources.
   Inclusion & Parent Advocacy: A Resource Guide-this comprehensive resource tool describes 265 books, videotapes, pamphlets, and other materials that can help libraries, parents, educators, child care centers, and other service providers plan for and implement inclusion.

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  Introduction: *Cover, Credits, Contents, and a Message for Parents (112K)

  Section One: *Key Elements of Special Education (208K)

   Section Two: *The Process From Early Intervention to Post School Transition (128K)

   Section Three: *Making the Partnership Work (144K)

   Section Four: *Glossary of Terms (160K)

   Section Five: *Resources For Parents (160K)

   Section Six: *Partners in Special Education:  A Parent Guide (465K) 

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