: Pennsylvania’s Education for All Coalition
Slide 2 : Collaboration towards Successful Inclusive Experiences
Slide 3 : We are a grassroots organization of:
parents and family members,
educators and other professionals, and
individuals with disabilities.
Slide 4 : We believe that children
of all backgrounds
and abilities should be
successfully educated
together in their
neighborhood schools
within the general
education curriculum.
Slide 5 : PEAC works towards education that includes ALL children. We: provide individual support to families,
assist universities, and
support schools and communities.
Slide 6 : and support parents as partners in change
and decision-making. We elevate
the voice
of parents,
Slide 7 : PEAC Key Milestones 2000: PEAC founded
2002: “Supporting Diverse Learners in School and in the Community” published in collaboration with Temple University
2004: Official Incorporation
2005: Awarded PADDC Collective Advocacy Grant
2007: Awarded 501(c)3 non-profit status
Awarded PADDC Educational Rights Grant
Slide 8 : Join Us! As a collaborative coalition, PEAC is its membership. Free support at chapter meetings
Priority access to Parent Consultant Network support
Priority access to free trainings
Opportunity to be trained as a Parent Consultant
Free access to information, resources, and support
Access to our community discussion board
Slide 9 : PEAC Chapters… Get Involved! Delaware County: Forming now. Contact Chapter Leader Becca Devine at bdevine@paedforall.org.
Harrisburg Area: Forming now. Contact Chapter Leader Jennifer King at jking@paedforall.org.
Lehigh Valley: Holds monthly meetings at Lehigh University. Contact Chapter Leader Colleen Tomko at ctomko@paedforall.org.
Philadelphia Area: In need of a chapter leader. Interested or know someone who might be? Contact PEAC Membership President Kathy Brofman at kbrofman@paedforall.org
Slide 10 : Chapter Meetings Access to support and resources
Solution Circles
Guest speakers
Parent stories IEP clinics
Workshop presentations
Problem-solving, story-sharing, and networking opportunities
Slide 11 : We provide training and support through the Parent Consultant Network (PCN). The PCN: informed and supported parent experts.
Slide 12 : The Parent Consultant Network: Parents = Experts parents of children who receive special education services.
committed to inclusive education for ALL children.
emerging leaders in their local communities. Members of the PCN are…
Slide 13 : The Parent Consultant Network… shares skills and knowledge with other parents and professionals.
is strengthened by the collective wisdom of parents who have “been there.”
is supported by the expertise of professional consultants who are committed to uplifting the voice of parents.
Slide 14 : Online Community www.paedforall.org information on important inclusion topics
access to support and services
a place to discuss current issues in special education
much more!
community discussion board and blog (members only)
Slide 15 : In 2007, we were awarded an
Educational Rights Grant
from the Pennsylvania
Developmental Disabilities Council.
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Slide 17 : Through our educational rights project, we will… support and educate parents.
connect schools with experts.
provide schools and universities with the parent perspective.
expand the Parent Consultant Network (PCN).
Slide 18 : We have partnered with a school district and a university in each of three focus areas. Montgomery County
Upper Dublin School District Arcadia University Philadelphia/Bucks Counties
Centennial School District Holy Family University Lehigh Valley
Parkland School District Lehigh University
Slide 19 : help you understand your child’s rights.
help you collaborate with teachers and administrators.
provide you with individual support. Parents and family members, here’s what we can do for you:
Slide 20 : We can help you!
Please let us know if you want a partner in achieving inclusive education for your child.
Our services are free.
info@paedforall.org
www.paedforall.org
(267) 232-0570
Slide 21 : Collaboration towards Successful Inclusive Experiences Teachers Schools Universities Students Families