Family Liaisons
Clayton County Public SchoolsDepartment of Exceptional Students1058 Fifth Avenue ▪ Jonesboro, GA 30260 |
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Family Liaisons |
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Ted Fields |
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Lisa Strickland |
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About The Program
The Family Liaison program is a parent-driven initiative by the Department of Education and Clayton County Public Schools which employs parents of children with a disability for the purpose of providing education and support to families with the long term objective of giving all children a better chance at reaching their potential.
Our Mission
To develop understanding, trust, support, and educational opportunities which will enable parents and teachers to build effective home school collaboration and provide our children the opportunity to reach their potential.
Program Goals
- Increase parent understanding of disabilities and Special Education prior to initial staffing
- Increase parent participation in initial placement meetings
- Increase parent satisfaction following initial staffing
Who Is A Family Liaison?
The Family Liaison is the parent of a child with special needs who has been employed by the school system to provide support to other parents of students with disabilities.
What Does A Family Liaison Do?
- Promote partnerships between parents and educators
- Guide parents through the Special Education process
- Supply information on Special Education services, policies, and procedures
- Link parents to support groups or other parents
- Provide information about Special Education and the law
- Listen to family concerns and answer questions
When To Call
- You have questions regarding a Student Support Team (SST) visit
- You need to talk with another parent regarding your concerns
- Questions arise about Special Education
- You need resources regarding Special Education