Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
MPACT will be closed on Monday, January 18, 2021 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
All emails and calls will be returned on
Tuesday, January 19, 2021.

"Intelligence plus character — that is the goal of true education." -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  
New Year, New Start. Let's Talk About Evaluations
The evaluation process is the first step in determining if a child needs special education services, a Section 504 Plan or another educational intervention. Parents need to understand the reasons to have a child evaluated, the steps in the evaluation process and the options that can be pursued if there is a disagreement about evaluation.



To learn more about the evaluation process sign up for our training titled Understanding the Evaluation Process happening
January 13th from 10AM to 11AM CST. Click HERE to attend.
Evaluation Resources
  • MPACT Evaluation and IEP Timelines Fact Sheet: Click HERE

  • MPACT 10 Steps of Special Education Process Fact Sheet: Click HERE

  • This guide published and written by team members at understood.org can lead you to the basic information you need about evaluations. Click HERE to view the guide.

MPACT offers FREE training and resources relating to all the steps needed for an evaluation. If you need assistance reach out to our team by calling
800-743-7634 or email info@missouriparentsact.org
School Resources for Missouri Families
Click on the blue link above to check out resources from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) including topics of Parental Involvement Resource Organizations, helping your child with homework, helping your child succeed in school, reading tips for parents, and more!

DESE remains committed to remove barriers and provide public schools leaders the flexibility they need to remain focused on the health and safety of their students, staff members and communities. Click on the blue link above to view topics.
It's time to nominate for the 2020 Missouri
Inclusion and Youth Leadership Awards
The Governor’s Council on Disability is seeking nominations for the 2020 Inclusion and Youth Leadership Awards. Please help recognize, honor and celebrate the individuals, agencies, and organizations that have demonstrated leadership and inclusion by improving the lives of individuals in the disability community, especially during the pandemic.

If you know of an individual or organization in Missouri that has stood out this year in their efforts to include people with disabilities in employment, housing, leisure activities, or technology, please nominate them for the Inclusion Award at https://disability.mo.gov/gcd/inclwin.htm   

To recognize a young person in the disability community (ages 16-26) that has affected positive changes in inclusion through leadership and advocacy, please nominate them for the Youth Leadership

Nominations can be completed online or submitted by email/mail/fax and will be accepted through 1/31/21


Upcoming MPACT Webinars in January
Click on the blue links below to register:
View all upcoming MPACT trainings HERE.
Special Education Mediation

Understanding the IEP Process

Steps to Success- First Steps Parental Rights

Steps to Success: Parental Rights

Steps to Success: Understanding the IFSP

Be Determined

Steps to Success- Parental Rights
¿Qué es MPACT? (Español)

McKinney Vento Overview

How to Write Measurable Goals

Steps to Success: Parental Rights

Steps to Success: Understanding the IFSP

The Art of Effective Advocacy

Understanding the IEP Process
All MPACT trainings are free of charge! If you would like to schedule any MPACT training in your area or for your organization
please click on the link HERE.
MPACT Mentor Volunteer Program
What is an MPACT Mentor Volunteer?

Mentors are trained volunteers who, upon request, provide support to families of children with disabilities throughout the special education process. A mentor does not represent or speak for a parent or family member, but a mentor does help empower an individual to become a strong educational advocate for his or her child. MPACT mentors are screened and receive training and supervision from MPACT staff.


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MPACT is funded in part or whole by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs Grant No. H328M090020-10. The contents of the website, however, and any documents cited herein do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S Department of Education.
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