Resources
Here you can find a list of important resources that we hope you may find helpful.
How to request for mediation
(DESE) Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
File a complaint with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (dese)
Wrights Law - Special Education Law & Advocacy
Wrightslaw is the perfect place for accurate, up-to-date information about special education law and advocacy for children with disabilities.
Steven Howitt - State Representative (MA)
Mr. Howitt has been instrumental in helping the Team Shawnie Advocacy Group to fight for legislation that will help end the abuse and negligence inflicted on our special needs children and adolescents.
Massachusetts Special Education Schools
A listing of all special education schools in Massachusetts. Join the MAAP Action network.
Rhode Island Special Education Schools
A listing of all special education schools in Rhode Island.
Definitions of Abuse and Neglect
Learn about the definitions of abuse and neglect that the Department of Children and Families (DCF) uses.