Parents are partners with the teaching staff throughout the educational process. They are collaborators, and share responsibility for educational outcomes. They also have the responsibility of protecting their children's rights to appropriate education. By being decision makers and team members, parents also become advocates for their children's educational goals. Families can provide support to one another as well, and become important resources and support systems for others.

Below are several questions that parents have answered to help you understand their role in an inclusive program. Click on the link after the question to read the responses.

Amy, Amy, Caleb's Mom, Carolyn, Maria, Jenny, Jordan's Mom, Mary and Stacy, please tell us:

. . . how did you learn about the inclusive program? "A friend in another state had..."

. . . how do you feel your child is benefiting from the inclusive aspect of the program? "Exposure. He is spared..."

. . . have you had any concerns? If so, how have these concerns been addressed? "No, none at all..."