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Other Health Impairments are defined by the US Department of Education as: Other health impairment means having limited strength, vitality, or alertness, including a heightened alertness to environmental stimuli, that results in limited alertness with respect to the educational environment, that– Is due to chronic or acute health problems such as asthma, attention deficit disorder or attention […]

Please note that the Palo Alto CAC does not recommend or endorse any particular organisation or program, but includes this information for the benefit of  families with special needs kids. Special Education Fact Sheet Facts about special education for children between the ages of 3 – 22 who are eligible for special education services. By California Foster Youth […]

AB – assembly bill (= state law) ADL – activities for daily living AMESLAN – American Sign Language AFOs – ankle-foot orthotics AUT – autism:  a disability demonstrated by characteristics such as withdrawal, communication difficulties and behaviors such as ritualistic behaviors, hand flicking and/or compulsive need for sameness. BIP – behavior intervention plan BSP – […]

If you have questions about Special Education programs or would like to request a review for assessment, contact Special Education at (650) 833-4257 or [email protected]. Early Start Program for Infants and Toddlers and their Families Children from birth to 3 years who display significant developmental delays, have a known disability, or are at high risk […]

Palo Alto Sub-Committee of SELPA 1 CAC (PACAC) monthly meetings for 2015-16 will be held once a month during the 3rd week of the month, alternating between Monday evenings & Tuesday mornings..  Meetings are open to the public. Please join us! If you would like to receive the minutes of a meeting, please contact Alison Guan. Meetings 2015-2016 Date […]

Please note that the Palo Alto CAC does not recommend or endorse any particular organisation or program, but includes this information for the benefit of  families with special needs kids. The  Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)  lists 13 different disability categories under which 3 through 21-year-olds may be eligible for services. For a child to be […]

This list is for informational purposes only. Programs are especially for special needs kids or are positive towards including special needs kids. Inclusion on this list should not be interpreted as endorsement by CAC. Bay Area Friendship Circle, Bay Area Friendship Circle embraces children with special needs, of all levels, involving them in a full range […]

Emotional Disturbance  is defined by the US Department of Education as: Emotional disturbance means a condition exhibiting one or more of the following characteristics over a long period of time and to a marked degree that adversely affects a child’s educational performance: An inability to learn that cannot be explained by intellectual, sensory, or health factors. An inability […]

Difference Between High School and College for Students with Disabilities A point-by-point comparison on the differences between high school and college by the  College of Charleston’s  (Center for Disability Services ). A Practical Guide for People with (Learning) Disabilities who want to go to College General and practical information and some additional information on accommodations. […]

Please note that the Palo Alto CAC does not recommend or endorse any particular organisation or program, but includes this information for the benefit of  families with special needs kids. Transition Services: Beginning not later than the first IEP to be in effect when the child turns 16, or younger if determined appropriate by the IEP […]

Orthopedic Impairment  is defined by the US Department of Education as: A severe orthopedic impairment that adversely affects a child’s educational performance. The term includes impairments caused by a congenital anomaly, impairments caused by disease (e.g., poliomyelitis, bone tuberculosis), and impairments from other causes (e.g., cerebral palsy, amputations, and fractures or burns that cause contractures). Information on […]

Please note that the Palo Alto CAC does not recommend or endorse any particular organization or program, but includes this information for the benefit of families with special needs kids. Youth Drama For All, Mountainview, [email protected] or [email protected] A theater group on the peninsula is taking a new approach to an age old art. It’s […]

Our Mission is to support families of children and youth with special needs by providing a forum of respectful communication between families, the community, and the school district. Our vision is founded on the principle that parents help parents and the most effective way of educating and including students with special education needs is through […]