Senate Bill 1411 (SB 1411) seeks to address an issue we hear from many families: The Guardianship and Conservatorship processes […]
RSK Position on SB 1411- Guardianship for All DDD Members Read More »
Raising Special Kids operates Arizona’s Parent Training and Information Center funded under Part D of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. On behalf of Arizona families raising students with disabilities we support the advocacy efforts put forward by Arizona Center for Disability Law on this important topic and feel that the proposed legislation would negatively impact students with disabilities and their families.
ACDL and RSK Position on HB2460 Read More »
the AZ OnTrack team worked closely with camps to enroll and support any camper who wanted to participate including providing access to resources and expert special education advisors through a partnership between AZ OnTrack and Raising Special Kids.
RSK Recognized in AZ OnTrack Initiative Report Read More »
When parents demonstrate advocacy for their children with unique needs, it encourages their children to grow into advocates too and live their best lives.
It is with a mix of gratitude, satisfaction and joy that we present our Winter 2022 edition of the Raising
A Message From the Director – Winter 2022 Read More »
Throughout her professional life, Michelle has worked as a paraprofessional and special education teacher teaching students of all abilities. She has experience in behavior coaching at Fort Huachuca and is highly involved in the local adaptive recreation programs in Sierra Vista.
Staff Spotlight: Michelle Henretta Read More »
Amy Silverman of KJZZ.org and her colleagues shared information about the abuse of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Arizona through a multi-episode series titled UNSAFE. We believe that this is critical information for families.
Preventing Abuse and Neglect Read More »
Tracey Sullivan first became interested in working with children with special health care needs when her nephew was diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss, language delays and autism.
Staff Spotlight: Tracey Sullivan Read More »
In December 2021 we say farewell to Jennifer Kupiszewski as she leaves the Raising Special Kids board of directors after many years of dedicated service to the organization. Jennifer has been at the center of many, if not all, of the major Raising Special Kids initiatives during her time with the organization.
A Message From the Director – Fall 2022 Read More »
To qualify for a 504 plan, a student needs to meet a definition set out by law which has three parts. The student must have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Having an impairment alone doesn’t qualify a student for a 504 plan; there must be a substantial limitation in one or more life activities.
The ABCs of 504 Plans Read More »