Family Supports and Important Resources
Our goal is to provide valuable information on services, programs, and community partnerships that can help you navigate the special education process and ensure your child receives the best possible support. Explore the resources to learn more about the various supports available to your student and your family.
In This Section
- Acronym Cheat Sheet
- Northshore Council PTSA - Special Education community
- Resources by Type
Northshore Council Special Education PTSA
Northshore Council PTSA's Special Education Representative works to help support our local PTA/PTSAs in ongoing efforts to make our schools more inclusive and welcoming places for these students and their families while also working to improve the quality of education and the school experience for students with special needs by:
- Helping to raise awareness.
- Promoting district and community resources.
- Offering educational program opportunities, often in partnership with other community organizations.
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Contact: specialed@northshorecouncilptsa.org
Resources
- College Programs and Other Transitional Supports for Adults with Disabilities
- OLS (Occupational Life Skills Program at Bellevue College) (Flyer)
- Neurodiveristy Navigators Program (at Bellevue College) (Flyer)
- ACHIEVE (at Highline College) (Brochure)
- WSU ROAR (at WA State University) (Flyer)
- SAILS (at Seattle Central College)
- Enigma ASD Services (strength based goal-oriented transitional support) (Brochure)
- Life Skills Advocate (life skills coaching, vocational support, executive functioning support)
- WA Do It Program
- High School vs. Higher Ed Accommodations Handout (from Bellevue College)
- Think College
- Beyond Brilliant (1:1 coaching, groups, & social experiences)
- Disability Outreach, Advocacy, and Support Resources
- SSDI, Employment Wages, and Employment Benefits
- Housing Services
- Social Activities and Recreation