Special Education Resources for Families

First Day of School Success: A Training for Parents and Caregivers

The Georgia Department of Education is collaborating with Emory Autism Center to provide parents and teachers with virtual learning opportunities. There will be a total of 15 learning opportunities.

Transitioning back to the school year can be a stressful and difficult event for both students and families. In this presentation by Emory Autism Center staff, parents and caregivers of autistic students will learn strategies to help support a successful transition back to school.

Thu, Aug 1, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EDT)

We look forward to having you attend the event!

First Day of School Success: A Training for Parents and Caregivers

Serving Families of Students Who Receive Special Education Services

Gwinnett County Public School System’s (GCPS) parent engagement team provides parents of students with disabilities with information, guidance, and resources to support students at home, school and in their communities.

Supporting success and better outcomes for students with disabilities, we work to build a bridge between parents, administrators, and teachers. We strive to help families find positive solutions and support collaboration with their child's teachers and school administrators. We also provide information to help connect families and individuals with disabilities to resources in their community.

Each school year, we offer monthly parent trainings and other informational sessions about topics important to students with disabilities and their families. We collaborate with school administrators and teachers, supporting educators in their efforts to help families and students plan for and achieve their educational and post-secondary goals.

Our office provides information about transition planning, agencies that support individuals with disabilities, Medicaid waivers, special education issues, support groups, disability funding resources, community resources, and other information related to disabilities and special education.

Please visit our Special Education Parent Toolkit for additional information related to community resources.

Special Education Parent Toolkit

2024 Parent Survey

2024SY GLRS Summer Special Needs Directory

GCPS Parent Mentor Presents - monthly workshops addressing a variety of timely topics for families of students with disabilities

Your Rights As A Parent

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, 34 C.F.R.§ 300 et seq. (IDEA), the federal law concerning the education of students with disabilities, requires schools to provide parents of a child with a disability with notice containing a full explanation full explanation of the procedural safeguards available under the IDEA and U.S. Department of Education regulations. It is important that you understand the rights provided you and your child with a disability. Our staff is available to assist you in understanding your rights and will provide further explanation of available procedures upon your request. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact the Department of Special Education and Psychological Services.

Please click on the following links to access the Parental Rights Booklets: