Parent Resources

Special services are provided to students living within our district boundaries according to federal and state laws and regulations that guide processes, programs, and services for children who present with a potential, or demonstrated need beyond what general education programs provide. The Special Services Department within Birmingham Public Schools is here to help parents and guardians, as together we seek to support our students’ needs and champion their success. We have access to innumerable resources and databases of information, some of which are listed below. We encourage families with questions to reach out to their child’s school, or to our department staff who stand ready to help regardless of the need.

Family Matters provides parents & families with information about Special Education and other resources. Please click the link below for more information.

Michigan Department of Education -- Family Matters

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Michigan Alliance for Families

Michigan Alliance for Families provides information, support, and education for families who have children (birth through 26 years of age) who receive (or may be eligible to receive) special education services. This website can help you with finding information on special education issues as well as disability specific information. Michigan Alliances' goal is to increase the involvement of families in their children’s education. To do this, we offer learning opportunities across the state, leadership mentoring, and support. Parents can connect directly to a local mentor to address the families’ needs. All Michigan families are able to access 1:1 support, electronic and printed resource information, and referrals to local community resources. See the Michigan Alliance for Families map to get in touch with a Michigan Alliance for Families staff person.

Michigan Alliance for Families is a Michigan Department of Education IDEA Grant Funded Initiative. Michigan Alliance for Families is our state’s federally funded Parent Training and Information Center. For more information, please go to http://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org

Dyslexia Awareness

Oakland Intermediate School District Special Populations

Oakland Schools has user-friendly, helpful information on their website for the parent community. Please click the link for more information on Special Education: Oakland Schools: Special Populations

Early On Resource Guide
View the Early On® Oakland Community Resource Guide: A guide to finding the right resources to match a child’s and family’s needs, 2021 Resource Guide
Oakland Schools Special Populations Compliance
The Compliance Unit of the Department of Special Education provides services that support districts in ensuring compliant practices. Click on Compliance Resources to find contact information for the Intermediate District Compliance Staff.
Oakland Schools Augmentative/Alternative Communication
The Augmentative/Alternative Communication (AAC) Team supports local district teams servicing students who are in need of communication support through augmentative or alternative means. The goal is for all students to become competent communicators. Click here Augmentative/Alternative Communication for more information.
Oakland Intermediate School District Special Populations
Oakland Schools has user-friendly, helpful information on their website for the parent community. Please click the link for more information on Special Education: Oakland Schools: Special Populations
Early On Resource Guide
View the Early On® Oakland Community Resource Guide: A guide to finding the right resources to match a child’s and family’s needs, 2021 Resource Guide
Oakland Schools Special Populations Compliance
The Compliance Unit of the Department of Special Education provides services that support districts in ensuring compliant practices. Click on Compliance Resources to find contact information for the Intermediate District Compliance Staff.
Oakland Schools Augmentative/Alternative Communication
The Augmentative/Alternative Communication (AAC) Team supports local district teams servicing students who are in need of communication support through augmentative or alternative means. The goal is for all students to become competent communicators. Click here Augmentative/Alternative Communication for more information.

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Autism Awareness

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