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Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs) are a network of nonprofit organizations funded to assist families of children with disabilities in navigating the special education system and advocating for their children's educational rights.
Mission
The mission of PTIs is to provide parents with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to ensure their children with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) as outlined by law. They aim to educate, empower, and support families to become active participants in their children's education, advocate for their rights, and enhance educational outcomes.
Parent organization
While PTIs are independent non-profit organizations, they are supported by and work in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Education, specifically the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP).
Legislation
PTIs were established under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which mandates support for parent involvement in special education.
Partners
- Center for Parent Information and Resources (CPIR)
- Local and state educational agencies
- Community organizations and advocacy groups
Number of employees
The number of employees varies by individual PTI.
Organization structure
- Each PTI has its own structure but typically includes:
*Information and Training Division for workshops and resources. *Advocacy Support to assist with IEPs and educational planning. *Outreach and Community Engagement for networking and public events.
List of programs
- Workshops on Special Education Rights and Procedures
- Individualized Assistance for Parents Navigating IEPs
- Resource Libraries on Disabilities and Education
- Parent-to-Parent Support Groups
Last total enacted budget
Budgets for PTIs vary and are funded through grants from the U.S. Department of Education, with specific amounts not publicly detailed for each center.
Leader
Each PTI is led by a Director or similar executive position.
Services provided
PTIs offer a range of services including one-on-one assistance, training sessions, informational resources, and advocacy support. They help parents understand laws like IDEA, prepare for meetings with school officials, and learn how to advocate effectively for their children's educational needs.
Regulations overseen
PTIs do not oversee regulations but help families understand and navigate the educational regulations affecting children with disabilities, such as those under IDEA.
Headquarters address
PTIs are located in every state and U.S. territory, so their addresses vary. A list of centers can be found on the [CPIR website](https://www.parentcenterhub.org/find-your-center/).
Website
There isn't a singular website for all PTIs; each center has its own. The central hub for finding PTIs is: https://www.parentcenterhub.org/find-your-center/
Wikipedia article
There is no specific Wikipedia article for PTIs; for context, see wikipedia:Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
External links
- https://www.parentcenterhub.org/find-your-center/
- https://osep.grads360.org/#program/pti
- Example PTI: https://www.familyresourcenetwork.org/ (Family Resource Network of NJ)
