Parents Engaged in Public Policy trains parents to be effective participants in public policy advocacy on issues affecting their children, particularly in the areas of education and health. This service has been added to strengthen the relationship between the Case Management Units and families. Family Resource Specialists, who are parents of children with disabilities, are trained to help other parents. SPAN's technical assistance service provides information and referral to parents, professionals in the field of education, service providers and all other interested parties who contact us. Information is offered related to education law, advocacy, trainings, community resources, school programs, disability information and other areas of concern.
Transition is the process that prepares students for adult life after high school.
This is the long-range educational plan that ensures students take the appropriate classes in high school. At the end of each year, SPAN will issue a report and participate in press and other activities regarding our findings. Finally, SPAN is mobilizing religious and community leaders and the broader community to advocate for revisions to welfare reform in our state.