Write a paper on Special education staff have a professional responsibility to advocate for their students and their families.

Write a paper on Special education staff have a professional responsibility to advocate for their students and their families. When collaborating with families, there are often opportunities to empower families and help them find services and resources in the community. Awareness of disability advocacy organizations and their relationship with public schools will help the educator assist families as they navigate the systems of support in their area to access needed supports and services.

Allocate at least 2 hours in the field to support this field experience.

Tour a local disability advocacy organization and interview an administrator regarding:

Relationship of special education to the organization, and function of educational agencies

Continuum of placement and services available for individuals with disabilities

Publications relevant to individuals with disabilities

Information provided on disabilities

Activities relevant to individuals with disabilities

Culturally responsive factors that pr

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