Individuals with developmental disabilities and/or their family members who are interested in scholarships to assist with costs associated with attendance or participation for in-state conferences, training events, committees, and other similar activities are encouraged to review and submit the scholarship application form from the South Dakota Council on Developmental Disabilities. Limited funding is available. Access scholarship forms HERE
South Dakota Parent Connection is excited to share a new training for parents and professionals called “Qualifying for an IEP: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the Special Education Evaluation Process.”
This easy-to-follow training explains how schools decide if a child qualifies for special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It breaks down the evaluation process step by step, so families and professionals know what to expect and how to work together.
