Parent Resources

Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers,

As we partner with you, we want to strive to provide access to information and resources that may be helpful in meeting the needs of your child (or children). We know that parenting is never easy and that parenting a child with special needs brings its own unique challenges. We are here to guide and support you throughout your child's educational career, and we look forward to celebrating your child's growth and accomplishments along the way.  

General Information:

• Are you new to Guilford County Schools?
• Commonly Used Educational Terms and Acronyms 
• Frequently Asked Questions about Exceptional Children Services
• What are my rights as a parent of a child with a disability? (Spanish Version)

Disability Specific Agency Resources:

• Autism
• Deaf-Blindness
• Developmentally Delayed
• Emotionally Disability
• Hearing Impairment
• Intellectual Disability
• Multiple Disabilities
• Orthopedic Impairment
• Other Health Impairment
• Specific Learning Disability
• Speech-Language Impairment
• Traumtic Brain Injury
• Visual Impairment

Information about the Referral and Evaluation Process:

• What do I do if I have concerns about my child's academics or behavior? 
• Initial referral process for school-aged children 
• Initial referral process for preschool children
• Re-evaluation process

Additional Resources:

• How do I find the right tutor for my child?
• What about National Organizations?
• What are CAP-MR/DD services and how do I apply?
• Where can I find after high school and transition services resources?

Tell us How we are Doing by Completing a Parent Survey:

• English or Spanish