Helpful Links
Council for Exceptional Children
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is a professional organization that provides resources and support for families and teachers of students in special and gifted education programs.
Autism Society
The Autism Society is a reliable source of information about autism.
Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
The Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) website has comprehensive information that includes the National Resource Center on ADHD, training opportunities for parents and teachers, online communities for parents and adults with ADHD, educational resources and other supports and materials.
California Department of Developmental Services, Early Start
The California Department of Developmental Services, Early Start is the state program for infants and toddlers with disabilities, and it offers supports and information for families and caregivers.
California Parent Organizations
California Parent Organizations lists parent groups and family resources that are federal and state funded to encourage parent participation in the educational system.
Westside Regional Center
The Westside Regional Center identifies resources and coordinates services for children and adults with developmental disabilities.
California Department of Education
The California Department of Education is the government source of information for public education in California.
Common Core Resources for Special Education
Common Core Resources for Special Education offers resources and recommendations on the Common Core State Standards for special education.
Southwest SELPA Alternate Dispute Resolution
The Alternate Dispute Resolution services at Southwest SELPA provide individuals an opportunity to resolve disagreements in a safe, positive, and efficient manner.