advocacy

Using Your Voice to Advocate for Families

Even if you weren’t around when it first aired in 1976, you’re probably familiar with Schoolhouse Rock’s It’s Just a Bill. The helpful video explains the journey a bill takes to become law. If you’ve ever found yourself yearning for a refresher on how that happens, or for information on what to do to have your voice heard regarding upcoming legislation, Raising Special Kids has collected some helpful resources.

Floor of the AZ House of Representatives - photo by Gage Skidmore

RSK Position Statements

Some AZ legislation we feel are important for families of children with disabilities. Click on a bill to learn more.

Floor of the AZ House of Representatives - photo by Gage Skidmore

Legislative Update

Some AZ legislation we feel are important for families of children with disabilities. Click on a bill to learn more.

ACDL and RSK Position on HB2460

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.

Alex’s Fighting Spirit

Being a parent of a child with special needs is not for the faint of heart and Angela Jeffreys learned many important life lessons while raising her daughter Alexandra.

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