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STEP is a partner on the Tennessee State Improvement Grant (SIG) which supports children with special needs and their families in the development of language, communication, pre-literacy, and literacy skills to ensure academic achievement.
Visit this site to learn more about the TN State Improvement Grant and for information.
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STEP is a statewide family-to-family program in Tennessee, established in 1989 by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. The purpose of STEP is to support families by providing free information, advocacy training, and support services to parents of children eligible to receive special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) who reside in Tennessee.
STEP services are available to any parent or family member of a special education student or a student who may need special help in school (birth through age 22). There is no charge for services to parents. Professionals in the education field are welcome to attend workshops without cost, however there may be a nominal cost for printed materials.
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Lunchtime Leaders
- Mark your calendar for these exciting upcoming webinars.
- Your feedback let us know you wanted to have more learning
opportunities via the web and we are delivering!
- Register today for these webinars.
- All webinar times are 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm EST
Restraint & Isolation
Overview Q andA
January 17 -
Click Here To Register
Conservatorship &
Special Needs Trusts
February 21
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Click Here To Register
AT Advancements for
Students with Disabilities
April 17
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Click Here To Register
Updates on Section 504
- Anti-Discrimination
June 19
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Click Here To Register
Updates from TN Depart
of Education
September 18
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Click Here To Register
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TN TIME-
Transition
Information
Made
Easy
Funded through a grant
from
the
Tennessee
Department of Education
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It’s TIME to start
planning for your
life after High School!!
STEP is collaborating with the
Tennessee Department of Education and local school systems
to provide one day Transition Institutes across the state.
The Transition Institutes will have information fairs and
numerous presentations with information about adult
disability resources and services. The institutes will
have four main strands of information:
Self Advocacy/Self Determination
Independent Living
Post Secondary Education
Employment
Our goal is to provide you with the
tools and information necessary that will empower young
adults with disabilities to successfully transition from
high school to adulthood. The information and resources
that will be provided at these events will enable you to
lead successful and independent adult lives.
The first Transition Institute was a great
success. Over 70 family members, students,
teachers, and providers gathered for a great day
of learning and information sharing. Coming soon
to the “Transition Corner” will be video clips
of the participant’s reaction to the Institute
and other helpful tools.
The Transition Institutes in Carter,
Hamilton, and Weakley counties had great attendance by
families, students, and teachers. We will be posting
video’s and information about the events soon.
Please check back for information on
Institutes that will be held in the Spring.
Knox
County Transition Institute & Information Fair
Saturday, March 10, 2012 at West High School
Registration Now Open!
Institute Participant
Registration - Click Here
Exhibitor and Vendor
Table Registration - Click Here
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Tennessee Parent Multicultural
Leadership Conferences
Don't miss these exciting events!
Para la información
en español, llama por favor Patricia: 1-800-975-2919
These Conferences are designed for parents
and caregivers from culturally and linguistically diverse
backgrounds who have children with special needs, including those
whose first language is not English.
The purpose of the conference is to
provide information, strategies, and tools that empower families on
issues related to special education and parent engagement.
The West Tennessee Multicultural
Conference in Memphis and the Middle Tennessee Multicultural
Conference in Clarksville were well attended and families reported
they received helpful information.
2012 dates and locations will be posted
soon.
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Make A Donation
STEP, Inc. (Support &
Training for Exceptional Parents) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3)
organization that relies on individual, corporate, and foundation
contributions and support. STEP is fiscally responsible and has been
serving families of children with disabilities and providing
information to professionals in a variety of fields for 17 years.
Your tax-deductible donation will go to programs and services that
assist children with disabilities and their families.
By making a donation, you
are helping STEP provide opportunities for children and youth with
disabilities. Your contribution will help keep services free of
charge to families.
STEP welcomes contributions
in a variety of ways, and any amount is appreciated.
Donate by Mail
Print the donation form
and mail it with your donation to STEP 712 Professional Plaza,
Greeneville, TN 37745
Honorary Gift
You may make your donation
in honor of a special occasion, in memory of a friend or family
member, to thank an extraordinary person, or simply to show your
support for STEP and the work it does for children.
When STEP receives your donation, an acknowledgement card with your
message will be sent to the person(s) you designate. (The amount
donated is never indicated.) You will also receive an acknowledgment
of your donation for your records. To make an honorary gift, print
and return the donation form
or call STEP at 1/423/639-0125
ext. 10
Here is the link to the Federal Register. In addition to the IDEA
2004 Federal Regulations included in our Parent Manual, the Federal
Register includes questions and comments received during the comment
period and may be used for further guidance in understanding the
Federal Regulations.
http://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/257/2422/01jan20061800/edocket.access.gpo.gov/2006/pdf/06-6656.pdf
Early Learning Developmental Standards
Great information to help in the development of IEP goals and objectives for pre-school age children or to look at sequential skills for students who may be at a pre-school level in some areas of achievement.
[ Read the NEW REGS 2006 ]
If you don't have Acrobat Reader, you can download a free version here.
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