Participants work with Navajo children in their local communities and schools, thereby experiencing firsthand the language, culture, and traditions of their students. Graduates of the doctoral program work as researchers, faculty members, and school administrators. Personnel preparation grants have also been awarded to tribal colleges and universities. Personnel preparation grants provide a unique opportunity to establish partnerships between local communities, tribes, departments of education, and universities and colleges for the preparation and recruitment of special educators and related service providers. The Rights and Responsibilities of Parents Special education is a collaborative process involving students, parents, and educators.
IDEA defines parents as biological or adoptive parents, legal guardians, and surrogate parents.
As parents become more involved in their children's education, it is important to acknowledge, affirm, and encourage their efforts. Meaningful parent involvement also requires parents to be proactive. These centers are funded by the U.S. Department of Education and are located across the country. Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Assessments IDEA mandates that all students be evaluated using nondiscriminatory evaluations and multiple forms of assessment. IDEA also requires that students be assessed in their native language or other mode of communication.