Educational Resources

Resources

  • Understood.org

    Understood.org is a website that provides information and support for parents of children ages 3 to 20 years old who have learning and attention issues.

    Information includes understanding and getting diagnosis; working with the schools; support for the whole child; and for the family overall. There are many tools, blogs and groups that support parents in this journey. 

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  • ARC Support Group

    ARC is a general support group for parents/guardians of children with any type of intellectual or developmental disability in the Southwest Metro.
     
    Sessions are held at Perkins at 951 West 78th Street in Chanhassen on the second Thursdays of the month from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
     
     
     
     
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  • Capable Kids

    Capable Kids provides occupational, physical and speech therapy services for ASD, ADD, brain injuries, developmental delays, communication disorders, hearing impairments, seizure disorders, sensory processing disorders and visual processing disorders.

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  • Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)

    CHADD is a national, non-profit organization providing information and support for ADD/ADHD issues. 

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  • Fraser Program

    The Fraser Program is a program specializing in supporting individuals and family members of people on the autism spectrum. 

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  • PACE Literacy Program

    PACE (Parent, Adult, Child Education) Literacy Program is a unique opportunity that combines:
     
    - Adult Basic English language learning
    - Parent education and support
    - Early Childhood Education for children birth through 4 years old
    - Parent and child interaction
     
    Transportation is provided and lunch is provided for children
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  • PACER Center

    PACER Center is a parent advocacy coalition for parents of children with disabilities. 

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  • Learning Disabilities Assocation

    Learning Disabilities Association is a nonprofit focusing on the needs of those with learning disabilities and family support. 

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Early Childhood Screenings

Additional Resources

  • SEPAC - Special Education Parent Advisory Council

    SEPAC - Special Education Parent Advisory Council

    Connect with other families and resources to discuss issues and make positive changes in coordination with the schools for our youth.

    "Like" us on Facebook at Shakopee SEPAC District 720
    For more information contact:
    Mary Alice Fredricks at maaf1216@gmail.com or call 952-233-2447

    Sharlene James-Whited at sjameswhited@gmail.com or call 952-233-3730

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  • FREE English Classes for Adults

    FREE English Classes for Adults

    Free English classes for Adults
    *Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
    *Location: New Creation Church, 1053 Jefferson in Shakopee
    *All language levels (beginning, intermediate and advanced
    *Open to the public

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