Family Engagement

Family Engagement

Families are at the heart of creating enriched learning opportunities for children who are blind, deafblind, or have low vision. Families are the guiding force behind all life decisions for their student. To help families become confident and effective, we provide information, connections, and training to fit their individual styles. We partner with state and national family organizations, education service centers, and other state agencies to provide various services to support families within their communities.

Families are welcome to connect with a family engagement coordinator to:

• Talk about family matters, including their child’s community involvement, school program, and related supports.
• Request training on a variety of topics related to having a student who is blind, deafblind, or has low vision.
• Explore Family Leadership Training.
• Request support in finding financial assistance to participate in training, including funding for travel, lodging, registration, childcare, and meals.
• Learn more about special education, visual impairments, family organizations, Medicaid waivers, resources for transition to adulthood, and other needs.

Families of Students who are Deafblind

Families of Students who are Blind or Low Vision