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Education & Childcare

What You'll Find

Here you’ll find resources to support your child’s learning and growth, from early childhood through school years. Explore information about child care options, inclusive education, and tools to help your child succeed.

Focus on Early Childhood Quick Guide

This 4-page guide helps families of young children (birth to age 5) plan for a strong start in life. It covers topics like daily routines, early learning, family and community supports, and health and safety. Designed to spark conversations and help create a personalized plan for a meaningful life.

Center for Inclusive Child Care (CICC)

The Center for Inclusive Child Care (CICC) is a free statewide resource that supports child care providers, educators, and families in including children with disabilities and special health needs. CICC offers coaching, training, and practical tools to help create welcoming, high-quality early learning environments for every child.

Parent Advocacy in the School Setting

On-Demand Webinar from Family Voices of MN

School Emergency Planning for Students with Disabilities

A Family Guide for IEP & 504 Plans. A practical guide to help families ensure students with disabilities are included and supported in school emergency plans. Includes tips and a customizable Emergency Info Form.

Focus on School Age Quick Guide

This 4-page guide helps families of school-age children (kindergarten through middle school) plan for a strong start in life. It covers topics like daily routines, early learning, family and community supports, and health and safety. Designed to spark conversations and help create a personalized plan for a meaningful life.

Toolbox for Back-to-School: Learn to Use the Charting the LifeCourse Trajectory Tool and Other Tools to Take Charge of Back-to-School for Your Child with a Disability

On-Demand Webinar from Family Voices of MN

MDE – Special Education Resources for Families

The Minnesota Department of Education shares information about special education, including IEPs, parent rights, resolving concerns, and available supports for students with disabilities.

IEP: You Have an Equal Voice

On-Demand Webinar from Family Voices of MN

The Elusive Inclusive Education From Early Childhood Through High School: Practical Tips for the Parent Advocate

On-Demand Webinar from Family Voices of MN

MDE – Special Education Dispute Resolution

The Minnesota Department of Education offers free options to resolve special education concerns, including mediation, facilitated team meetings, written complaints, and due process hearings.