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Fernandez, Happy – 1976
This handbook has been written to address issues such as how to organize an effective parent group, how to develop a plan of action that gets results, how to deal effectively with school officials, how to make a parent organization work, and how to develop leadership, plan meetings, use funds, and find resources. It is directed toward parents who…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Parent Associations, Parent Participation, Parent School Relationship
Wice, Betsy; Fernandez, Happy – Exceptional Parent, 1985
The Parents' Union of Philadelphia features a special education committee which offers parents of disabled children assistance in understanding and monitoring implementation of federal and state laws. Examples of the union's advocacy in placement, evaluation, and Individual Education Program matters are cited. (CL)
Descriptors: Child Advocacy, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Federal Legislation
