The Laws

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

• The US Department of Education
  This is the US Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs IDEA website.
  
  
• National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY)
  NICHCY's Web site has information about each of the parts of IDEA, focusing on the actual language of the legislation and its requirements.
  
  
• Families and Advocates Partnership for Education (FAPE)
  FAPE's website is a good place to learn about IDEA. Its explanation of the components of IDEA and how it applies in real life are clear and concise.

Parents' Rights

Parents have rights under IDEA Parts B and C. For more information about parent rights, check the following websites:

• California Department of Developmental Services Early Start page
  
  
• California Department of Education Special Education Division's brochure Parents’ Rights: A Brief Summary of Procedural Safeguards