This training is required for persons wishing to serve as an education advocate in Kansas.
There are more than 900 Kansas children and youth with disabilities whose parents are unknown, unavailable or whose parental rights have been terminated.
These children and youth need someone like you to represent them in special education matters!
The Kansas State Department of Education has contracted with Families Together, Inc. to coordinate the Education Advocate Program. Education Advocates “step into the role” of the parent in special education matters and advocate for the child/student. Advocates should be willing to assert their rights as the legal educational decision-maker and effectively advocate for the student while working to build a strong school team around the student.
For more information, contact: Darla or Lisa or call the Topeka Center at (785) 233-4777.
Registration may be cancelled up to 14 days prior to the event for a full refund. Cancellations received within 14 days of the event will not be refunded. No-show registrations will also not be refunded.