All South Carolina districts are required to provide a free appropriate public education (FAPE) for children with disabilities in accordance to the Individuals with Disabilities Improvement Education Act (2004) and South Carolina State Board of Education regulations 43-243 and 43-243.1.
Parent Resources
A series of short videos that provide information and tips to assist in student advocacy, IEP team collaboration, and addressing behavioral or discipline concerns.
Overview of related services as mentioned in IDEA by Parent Center Hub.
Overview of Supplementary Aids and Services as mentioned in IDEA by Parent Center Hub.
Behavior Resources for Students
Self-Advocacy Online (SAO) is a website that provides online tutorials on self-advocacy where the primary audience is intended to be students with cognitive disabilities. These resources are provided through the Research and Training Center on Community Living at The University of Minnesota.
Supports youth as significant contributors to communities through learning, leadership, and service. The group organizes large-scale campaigns, makes grants, offers numerous resources, and gives awards to support its mission.
Behavior Resources for Families and Caregivers
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
DSS provides protective services for children and vulnerable adults, adoption, and foster care services. It administers federal Title IV-B Child Welfare Services and Title IV-E Foster Care and Adoption Assistance program. Additionally, the Department is the administrator of the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children. The Department also establishes standards for and licenses child care providers and residential group homes for children.
Family Connection offers a variety of programs and services that are family centered and based on the concept of parent-to-parent support. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or have a question along the way, we can help.
Providing leadership in the area of children’s mental health through education, awareness, support, and advocacy for families of children and youth with emotional, behavioral, mental and/or substance use disorders.
Providing parents, caregivers, healthcare professionals and educators: Each and every one is an important part of the team. That core group, plus a comprehensive treatment plan, can lead to successful management of your loved one's ADHD.
