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  1. Connecticut Department of Children and Youth Services parent education and support evaluation initiative: Final report by David Karraker, 1991

1. Maine Parent Federation/SPIN
parenting issues, education, services, support groups and other resources available to assist Public policy Information and education. maine parent Federation maintains an
http://www.mpf.org/
Maine Parent Federation Maine Parent Federation is a private non-profit organization that provides information, support and training to parents and professionals through numerous grant funded projects. In existence since 1984, MPF is physically located in Manchester, Maine, (for directions , click here) but assistance is available on a statewide basis. Through its projects, individuals can receive information about: specific disabilities, parenting issues, education, services, support groups and other resources available to assist families and professionals within the home, school and community. MPF services are offered at no cost to parents and professionals. Regular office hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. If you are unable to call during this time, please email us and someone will get back to you. All contact information are listed at the bottom of the page. SPIN The Statewide Parent Information Network (SPIN) is the oldest and best known project of Maine Parent Federation. SPIN is the federally funded Parent Training and Information Center for Maine under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Through SPIN, parents of children with disabilities and the professionals who work with children and families are provided information, referral, support and training. MPF is also home to Project FREE.

2. Spin
s Outreach education and parent...... maine resources and National resources a comprehensive maine parent Federation providesinformation, support and
http://www.mpf.org/SPIN/
SPIN
SPIN is a statewide project of the Maine Parent Federation, serving parents and professionals who are concerned about issues related to children and young adults with disabilities. The office is located in Manchester, Maine. Visitors are welcome. Our office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The SPIN staff has experience as parents of children with disabilities and have access to a wide range of information. They are available to answer requests for information or to help parents find the answers to more complex problems. SPIN also collaborates with parent organizations, state agencies and other organizations in Maine to expand opportunities available to families. The Parent Connection SPIN publishes a newsletter every three months which provides information on upcoming events, workshops, and articles of interest to parents of children with disabilities. Information SPIN provides information to parents and professionals concerning needed services, educational rights, and specific disabilities through a toll free statewide telephone number, 1-800-870-SPIN(7746). SPIN also maintains a TDD, a telecommunication device for individuals with hearing impairments. SPIN provides assistance to parents who wish to network with other families with similar interests and who wish to join existing parent support groups.

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4. Learning Disabilities OnLine: Finding Help: Maine State Resources
State Government Agencies Federally Funded Programs parent and Professional StateDepartment of education Special education maine Department of
http://www.ldonline.org/finding_help/local_org/maine.html
To find other help resources select a topic from the list and click GO Select a Topic US - National Organizations US - Federal Agencies US - State By State Resource Guides Canadian Resources Information By Phone International Links LD Schools On-line Resources Parent Advocacy
LD OnLine introduces the LD OnLine Yellow Pages ! This exciting new venture brings information about professionals who serve children and adults with learning disabilities and/or ADHD. If you are a professional interested in listing your services, sign-up online now! Select a State Alabama Alaska American Samoa Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Guam Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota

5. Distance Learning Resources And Links
Central Florida Consortium of Higher education resources for Learning About Distance education Last updated June 3, 1996 United States Department of education sites, AskERIC, National parent Information Network and the Department of education, instructional resources and info on intellectual property education Network of maine. This page
http://pegasus.cc.ucf.edu/~cfche/distance.html
Central Florida Consortium of Higher Education
Resources for Learning
About Distance Education
Last updated June 3, 1996
General Education
Distance Learning
Online Courseware
Distance Learning and the Web ...
Professional Opportunities
General Education
United States Department of Education
This is the homepage of the United States Department of Education located in Washington DC. Links include Guides for teachers, funding opportunities, contacts, publications and links to other resources
Educom
This is the Web site of the distributors of the electronic newsletter, Edupage and Educom Review. It represents a Consortium of educational institutions committed to transforming education through technology
ERIC On-Line Clearinghouse
This site is the same ERIC as in libraries, Educational Resources Information Center. Links include those to other gopher and Web sites, AskERIC, National Parent Information Network and the National Library of Information
FIRN Florida Education Resource Network
This site is the homepage for the E-mail network constructed and used in Florida specifically for teachers. This site also has links to the Florida Department of Education, instructional resources and info on State and Federal government
Florida Educator's Cyberspace Navigator
This site is produced by a joint effort between the Florida Statewide Systemic Initiative (SSI) and the Florida Information Resource Network (FIRN). It has great links to Florida Government information

6. Education World® - Parent Resources : Education Programs : Summer Camps : Gener
find other help resources select a topic from parent and Professional Organizations. Technology. STATE GOVERNMENT AGENCIES. State Department of education Special education. maine
http://db.educationworld.com/perl/browse?cat_id=4889

7. WPL Homeschooling And Education Resources
FAQs, support groups by state (6 listed for maine, 01/02 This report, based on datafrom the parent Survey of the National Household education Survey Program
http://www.waterboro.lib.me.us/homeschool/home.htm

8. WPL Maine Education Resources
for the topics of government, education, history, literature University of SouthernMaine (Gorham/Portland Waterboro Elementary School parent information handbook
http://www.waterboro.lib.me.us/maineedu.htm

9. Maine 9-1-1 Kids' Site: Parent/Teacher Resources
parent/Teacher resources. maine kids' 91-1. HOME. Thank you for yourinterest in 9-1-1 education for children. Below you will find
http://www.maine911.com/kids/parent_teacher/
Parent/Teacher Resources
HOME
Thank you for your interest in 9-1-1 education for children. Below you will find several resources to support 9-1-1 education in your classroom.
9-1-1 Education for Children Curriculum
9-1-1 for Children offers lesson plans, discussion questions, background information, and activities to support 9-1-1 education in the classroom.
Videos For Loan
Speakers
If you are interested in having a 9-1-1 dispatcher make a presentation at your school, contact the Bureau by email to info911@state.me.us , or by phone, 1-888-448-3803, at least 2 weeks in advance. Make sure you tell us the name of the school, its location, contact information and the date requested (if known). The Bureau will try to match you up with a 9-1-1 educator from your area.
Letter to Parents
You may find the following letter helpful to let parents know that 9-1-1 was taught in your classroom. Many parents are still unaware of the availability of 9-1-1 service in Maine or about its proper use. It also refers them to this web site for more information.

10. Education World® - Parent Resources : Education Programs : Summer Camps : Gener
Aerospace Science and Technology education Center Aerospace program focusing on math weekadventure expedition programs for teens in Colorado, Utah, and maine.
http://db.education-world.com/perl/browse?cat_id=4889

11. Electronic Learning Marketplace: Resources And Reference
on the maine Learning Results, the maine educational Assessment and other relevanttopics in education.To help started, browse through our parent's glossary of
http://www.elm.maine.edu/community/
Community Connections Parents' Glossary
Library
Maine Orgs Learning Standards ... Home : Community Connections
Welcome to ELM's Community Connections area. Here you will find a growing library of resources for parents and community members on the Maine Learning Results, the Maine Educational Assessment ( MEA), classroom practice and other relevant topics in education.To help you get started, browse through our parent's glossary of jargon-free terms. What are the Maine Learning Results? Introduction to the Maine Learning Results for Parents - is a colorful, down-to-earth brochure published by the Maine PTA. This link takes you to the PTA home page. Click on the "Maine Learning Results" button in the left-hand navigation bar. ELM's Maine Learning Results Database - is at the heart of the Electronic Learning Marketplace web site. Search by word or groups of words to enter into Maine's content standards and performance indicators. How do you know your child is learning? CRESST's Parents' Page - is a great place to start an in-depth exploration for information on student assessment.

12. Special Education Resources Centers: Non-profit Organizations
maine maine educational Center for Assistive Technology and Missouri parents Actthe Statewide parent Training and New Hampshire educationA-Must, Inc., a
http://www.iser.com/nps.html
Internet Special Education Resources
Special Education Non-Profit Resources
Providing Nationwide Services Providing Regional and Local Services

13. Special Education News -- Maine Stats And Links
button to outside web pageMaine education Job Search. parent and Family Linkscheck out For Families at left for national groups and resources.
http://www.specialednews.com/states/me/melinks.html
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Student data, 1998-99 school year
Source: National Center for Education Statistics Public school students ages 3-21 in special ed
Total public school students ages 3-21, including special ed Special ed portion of all public school students in Maine Special ed portion of U.S. public school special ed students Maine student portion of U.S. public school students
Actual Federal Spending vs. Authorized Spending
Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
1995-2001 Allocation: '95-'01 Authorized: '95-'01 Funds Missed: $153.5 million $568.4 million $414.9 million 2001 Allocation: Possible 2002 Increase: Possible 2002 Allocation: $25.1 million $21.4 million $46.5 million SOURCES: Council for Exceptional Children reprint of aggregated actual allocations from U.S. Department of Education and full funding estimates derived by Fiscal Planning Services, Inc. based on information from IDEA Funding Coalition data. FY2002 appropriation under Harkin-Hagel plan estimated by American Association of School Administrators Federal and State Government Links
check out "Washington Watch" at left for national groups and resources Offices:
Department of Education Division of Special Education
U.S. Office of Special Education Northeast Regional Resource Center

14. Kent State University Parent Resources
Delaware parent education Resource Center http//www.childinc.com/DPERC.htm.DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA maine Special education http//www.state.me.us
http://fpsrv.dl.kent.edu/ecis/Web/Parent Resources/ParentResource.htm
This page is under construction. Parent Resources Early Childhood Intervention Program Individualized Family Service Plan Web http://nncf.unl.edu/ifspweb/ Individual Education Program Guide http://www.ed.gov/offices/OSERS/OSEP/Products/IEP_Guide/ ALABAMA
Alabama's Early Intervention System www.rehab.state.al.us/intervention.htm Alabama Department of Education Alabama Special Education Alabama Preschool Handbook http://www.alsde.edu/documents/65/Handbook_0-5_wDisabilitiesP.pdf ADRS Early Intervention Systems Office Locations http://www.rehab.state.al.us/ei_offices.html ALASKA Alaska Department of Education http://www.educ.state.ak.us/tls/sped/ Alaska Maternal, Child and Family Health (Early Intervention) http://www.hss.state.ak.us/dph/mcfh/SectionMCFH.htm Alaska Special Education http://www.educ.state.ak.us/tls/sped/ ARIZONA Arizona Community and Family Health Services
http://www.hs.state.az.us/cfhs/ocshcn/index.htm
Arizona Department of Education http://www.ade.state.az.us/ Arizona Preschool Unit http://www.ade.state.az.us/ess/presch/ ARKANSAS Arkansas Department of Human Services (Early Intervention Services) http://www.state.ar.us/dhs/ddds/ddsover.htmlv

15. MECATS: Maine Center For Assistive Technology And Software
resources. disabilities. maine Department of education. The home page ofthe maine Department of education. maine parent Federation/SPIN. maine
http://www.mecats.org/resources/resources.asp
Home Resources
Resources
Legislation Publications Hardware and Software Assistive Technology Providers ... Resources
Resources
Maine
National
Maine
AlphaOne
Alpha One, directed by people with disabilities provide ervices and products that create opportunities for people with disabilities to live independently.
ALLTech
ALLTech is a nationally recognized center that provides training, consultation, and technical assistance in the areas of assistive technology, specialized software, Web accessibility, and universal design in education.
Maine Administrators of Services for Children with Disabilities (MADSEC)
MADSEC is the professional association of members who serve the educational needs of Maine children with disabilities
MaineCITE
Maine CITE is a statewide project designed to help make assistive and universally designed technology more available to Maine children and adults who have disabilities.
Maine Department of Education
The home page of the Maine Department of Education.

16. ALLTech™
Home resources Useful Links, maine Department of education. The home pageof the maine Department of education. maine parent Federation/SPIN.
http://www.mecats.org/resources_a/links.htm

Home
Resources Useful Links iBook Information Legislation Publications Hardware ...
and Tips
Useful Links
Maine National
Maine
AlphaOne
Alpha One, directed by people with disabilities provide ervices and products that create opportunities for people with disabilities to live independently.
Maine Administrators of Services for Children with Disabilities (MADSEC)
MADSEC is the professional association of members who serve the educational needs of Maine children with disabilities
MaineCITE
Maine CITE is a statewide project designed to help make assistive and universally designed technology more available to Maine children and adults who have disabilities.

17. Head Start Information And Publication Center: Parent Resources Internet Pathfin
education On Line http//www.ume.maine.edu/ECEOL on topics in early childhood educationthat can and parents AskERIC, and the National parent Information Network
http://www.headstartinfo.org/infocenter/guides/pi_edu.htm
Questions? Privacy Site Index Contact Us ... Contact Us
Parent Resources: An Internet Pathfinder
Resource Guides Introduction Child Care Child Development Education
Fatherhood
Health Mental Health Parenting ... Technology

EDUCATION
GENERAL EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
America Goes Back To School
http://www.ed.gov/Family/agbts/

AGBTS is a U.S. Department of Education initiative to encourage greater family and community involvement in education. The site has information on best practices and model programs as well as many public awareness materials.
Children, Youth and Family Consortium's Electronic Clearinghouse
http://www.cyfc.umn.edu/

The Families and Learning pages contain links for parents, kids, and teachers interested in family involvement in education. They also provide links to research materials and critical issues such as using new technologies for learning.
Early Childhood Education On Line
http://www.ume.maine.edu/ECEOL-L/
This site provides on-line resources on early childhood development and education. They also have a section with links to helpful Internet information such as on-line tutorials for using the Internet, learning Net etiquette, and web page creation. ERIC Clearinghouse on Elementary and Early Childhood Education http://ericeece.org/

18. Head Start Information And Publication Center: Parent Resources Internet Pathfin
parent resources An Internet Pathfinder. Early Childhood On Line http//www.ume.maine.edu/ECEOLL/Site for the early childhood education listserv, an
http://www.headstartinfo.org/infocenter/guides/pi_cde.htm
Questions? Privacy Site Index Contact Us ... Contact Us
Parent Resources: An Internet Pathfinder
Resource Guides Introduction Child Care Child Development Education
Fatherhood
Health Mental Health ... Technology

CHILD DEVELOPMENT
The Baby University
http://www.babyuniversity.com/

Health, safety, and general parenting topics that span pregnancy to early childhood are featured on this site.
Early Childhood Development
http://www.wholefamily.com/aboutyourkids/index.html

Early Childhood On Line
http://www.ume.maine.edu/ECEOL-L/

Site for the early childhood education listserv, an electronic discussion group primarily for educators. National Association for the Education of Young Children
http://www.naeyc.org
Geared mainly towards early childhood educators, this site contains good information for child advocacy and about child development. National Network for Childcare: Child Development http://www.exnet.iastate.edu/pubs/ch.htm Extensive list of articles on child development from infancy to early childhood are featured on this site. Zero to Three http://www.zerotothree.org/

19. Maine State Resources
parent Teacher Association (PTA) Jeffrey M. Pierce, President maine PTA or policiesof the Department of education, nor does NICHCY State resources maine
http://www.nichcy.org/stateshe/me.htm
NICHCY State Resources : Maine
A publication of the National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities
Maine State Resources
Table of Contents
State Agencies Disability Organizations Parent Organizations Other Organizations
The offices listed on this state sheet are primarily state-level offices. Even if an office is not close to your home, they can usually put you in touch with resources in your community, as well as provide you with information and assistance about disability issues in your state. If you find that an address or number has changed or is incorrect, please e-mail us at nichcy@aed.org and let us know.
State Agencies and Organizations
Age of Eligibility
Each state sets eligibility ages for services to children and youth with disabilities. For current information concerning this state, please contact the office listed under Department of Education: Special Education United States Senators
Honorable Susan M. Collins (R)
172 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510

20. State Wide Resources
2342269 PENQUIS CAP AUTISM/PDD parent/PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT 366-5302 CATHOLIC CHARITIESOF maine 1-800 APPROPRIATE DISPUTE RESOLUTON IN SPECIAL education 1-800
http://www.gearparentnetwork.homestead.com/Resources.html
TRANSPORTATION
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MAINE LEGISLATURE For up to date information
http://janus.state.me.us/legis Please send your email here
SPECIAL EDUCATION WEBSITES (click on the information below) (example:) For The Latest News On Special Education is a (LINK)
For the latest news on special education

A-Z Home's Cool (
new
For the Federal officeof special education
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No child left behind

DISABILITY INFORMATION WEBSITES American academy of child and adolescent psychiatry
Autism resource

Brain Injury Association of Maine
Bullies be ware ... Woodfords Family Services
Ability Consultants Resources for persons with disabilities Consultant/Advocate/Educator Social Security non-legal Representation Barbara J. Howe C.A.R.E.S.( for clients under the rehabilitation act) Client assistance program for vocational rehabilitation clients DRC (disability rights center) Jim Breslin-Liasion Advocate for Mental Health clients CASEMANAGEMENT REGION 3 HANCOCK, PENOBSCOT, PISCATAQUIS, WASHINGTON AND AROOSTOOK COUNTIES Catholic Charities (207)941-2855 Mental Health services only.

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