Parents
Welcome
This website contains information and resources for parents of children who receive or who may be eligible for special education services within the fourteen school districts that are members of the North Coastal Consortium for Special Education (NCCSE). The information is designed to assist you in understanding and accessing special education services, and to resolve any concerns or questions you may have about those services.
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Resources
- New Parents - and parents with questions about special education-refer your child for special education services, learn more about the special education process, etc.
- Community Advisory Committee - advisory committee for parents, educators, and community members who are involved in special education.
- Resolving Disagreements (RSS) - Assistance in resolving concerns or disagreements about your child’s special education services.
- The ABCs of IEPs: A comprehensive workshop for parents
If you are the parent of a student who receives special education services or are considering a referral to special education, don’t miss this workshop! Learn about the nuts and bolts of the IEP process from district administrators and parents, and how you can create partnerships that work for your child.
Participants are encouraged to bring a copy of their child's IEP to refer to during the workshop.
Click here for more information or to register. - And much more!
Community Advisory Committee Meetings
Parents are encouraged to attend!
Meeting and special event dates for 2010-2011
- Wednesday, September 21, 2011
- Wednesday, November 16, 2011
- Wednesday, January 18, 2012
- Wednesday, February 15, 2012
- Wednesday, April 18, 2012
- Wednesday, May 16, 2012
- Wednesday, May 30, 2012 SPECIAL EVENT: Annual Excellence in Special Education Awards
For more information about CAC meetings and events, click here.
Saturday Workshops for Parents
Each Saturday morning workshop will focus on a specific topic of interest to parents and family members of children with disabilities.
- Saturday, October 1, 2011
- Saturday, October 29, 2011
- Saturday, November 19, 2011
- Saturday, January 21, 2012
- Saturday, February 11, 2012
- Saturday, March 3, 2012
- Saturday, April 14, 2012
- Saturday, May 5, 2012
For more information and to register, click here.
Talleres de Sábado para Padres de Familia
Cada taller de sábado por la mañana se enfocará en un tema de interés para padres y familiares de niños con discapacidades.
- Sábado, Octubre 1, 2011
- Sábado, Octubre 29, 2011
- Sábado, Noviembre 19, 2011
- Sábado, Enero 21, 2012
- Sábado, Febrero 11, 2012
- Sábado, Marzo 3, 2012
- Sábado, Abril 14, 2012
- Sábado, Mayo 5, 2012
Para más información y a registro, oprima aquí.
Register for workshops
Did you know that our workshops are not just for educators? We encourage all parents to register and attend these helpful workshops year-round. Check our Professional Development Opportunities page to view/download the book, and also register online or see info on how to register by mail or fax.
Can't find what you're looking for?
If you do not find the information you need here, please contact the Parent Liaison either via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at 760-761-5120. The Parent Liaison is the parent of a child with disabilities who is experienced in the special education process and who can connect you to available resources. All emails and calls to the Parent Liaison are confidential.