RSK Recognized in AZ OnTrack Initiative Report
the AZ OnTrack team worked closely with camps to enroll and support any camper who…
Building Capacity; Developing Parents’ Skills Encourages Children To Pursue Their Own Dreams
When parents demonstrate advocacy for their children with unique needs, it encourages their children to…
A Message From the Director – Winter 2022
It is with a mix of gratitude, satisfaction and joy that we present our Winter…
Staff Spotlight: Michelle Henretta
Throughout her professional life, Michelle has worked as a paraprofessional and special education teacher teaching…
Preventing Abuse and Neglect
Amy Silverman of KJZZ.org and her colleagues shared information about the abuse of individuals with…
Staff Spotlight: Tracey Sullivan
Tracey Sullivan first became interested in working with children with special health care needs when…
A Message From the Director – Fall 2022
In December 2021 we say farewell to Jennifer Kupiszewski as she leaves the Raising Special…
The ABCs of 504 Plans
To qualify for a 504 plan, a student needs to meet a definition set out…
Let’s Salsabrate!
Raising Special Kids is honored to be one of the recipients of Fresh Cravings’ “Salsabrate…
What You Need To Know When Voting in Arizona
Learn about your voting rights, voter registration, knowing your rights, Special Election Boards, and resolving…
DDD Provider Rate Increase Virtual Forums
DDD will host a series of virtual forums in August 2022. We encourage members, families,…
AZ State Bar Recognizes Raising Special Kids
Being recognized for our important work in supporting families raising children with disabilities in our…
Another Picture Perfect Transition Institute in the Books!
Youth and families had the opportunity to learn about employment and vocational rehabilitation, DDD and…
Have You Experienced Issues Related to the Formula Shortage Through DME/Home Health Providers?
AHCCCS is asking families who have experienced issues related to the formula shortage through DME/Home…
Correction
In the Spring 2022 edition of Connecting, we included a photo of a young girl…
Staff Spotlight: Angelica Lara
Things may have changed since Angelica Lara first started working at Raising Special Kids almost…
My Child Didn’t Qualify for AzEIP. What Can I Do Now?
If your child doesn’t qualify for AzEIP but you still have concerns about development, other…
Thunderbirds Charities Grant Supports Online Resource Guide for Parents of Young Children
Parents who are concerned about developmental delays in their young children now have access to…
Does Your Child Receive 504 Accommodations at School? If so, OCR Wants to Hear From You!
OCR is planning to review and revise the Section 504 regulations. The current regulations have…
In Memoriam
Today we mourn the loss of two inspiring leaders who have left an indelible mark…
ADE Parent Involvement Survey
Each year, all Arizona school districts and charter schools are required to administer a Parent…
Staff Spotlight: Nilda Townsend
After a career full of helping children and families, Nilda Townsend credits her own children…
New Licensed Health Aide Program Now Available to Arizona Parents
Parents and family members can now pursue training and receive licenses through Arizona’s new Licensed…
Registration Now Open for Summer School for Parents 2022
Our annual summer training event for parents is back in person this year (with an…
Good Morning, Great Cause! Breakfast Benefits Special Day for Special Kids and Raising Special Kids
Funds raised at the event will support Special Day for Special Kids and programs of…