21. Month Of The Young Adolescent Fortynine states, three territories and the district of columbia NationalCoalition for parent Involvement in education An association made up of over http://www.nmsa.org/moya/moya_2004/resources.htm

RESOURCES We realize that many times people are not completely aware of the services, programs, and resources that exist today to address the needs of young adolescents and the communities in which they live. The Resource Guide was developed so that this valuable information may be compiled and used as a tool by community members who are working to develop quality choices and opportunities for young adolescents. The Resource Guide lists organizations' mission, contact people, and appropriate services, programs, and/or resources. It also includes an index section which has additional organizations and programs that might be of interest. American Association for Health Education An association of health educators and health promotion specialists which promotes the health of all people by providing leadership in diverse areas of health education. Phone 800-312-7193 American Association of School Administrators An organization of school system leaders which supports and assists administrators and other education leaders to achieve the highest quality education for all learners through personal, professional, organizational, and leadership development and advocacy for public education. Phone 703-528-0700

22. BCPL Parenting And Child Care InfoCenter Main Page parenting AZ by Zero to Three A Washington district of columbia childadvocacy Special education parent resources This image indicates local interest. http://www.bcplonline.org/info/parenting/

First time visiting our site? Please read our Acceptable Use Statement Local Info and Links Parenting and Child Care InfoCenter indicates local interest Children and Reading Health and Safety Watch Choosing Quality Child Care Resources for Child Care Providers ... General Resources C hildren and Reading Baby Boosters by Baltimore County Public Library We created kits for ages birth to 4 of children’s books and a compact disc or video about the special world of a child. The kits are great for long car trips. Developmental tips and links to online and local programs and resources as well. Baltimore County Public Library Services The library is a great place to visit. Your child will enjoy the regularly scheduled Story Times at your neighborhood library. Children will also love our Kid's Pages Does Reading Aloud Really Make a Difference? by Children's Literacy Initiative Tips are given on how to make reading aloud effective. Suggests books to read aloud to pre-kindergarten to third graders. Helping Your Child Become a Reader from United States Department of Education Learning to read needs to be in place long before children enter school. Find learning activities and typical language accomplishments for children from infancy through age 6. Most are based in the everyday routines of you and your children.

23. Community Involvement Resources of the district of columbia, Guam, Hawaii, and the US Virgin Islands. A Wisconsin education site focused on parent initiatives in schools with a http://www.nsba.org/sbot/toolkit/ComRes.cfm

Community Involvement Resources Use these resources to gather additional tools and resources for your community involvement efforts. America Goes Back to School www.ed.gov/Family/agbts/index.html Thirty years of research show that family and community involvement in children’s education makes a significant difference in their learning. America Goes Back to School is a great opportunity to build awareness and support for family and community involvement in education. American Association of Student Administrators www.aasa.org AASA provides support to school leaders, helping them develop community involvement programs, prepare for the 21st century, and enhance their own leadership skills. The Web site provides links to numerous publications, state associations, and resources that address almost all issues that school leaders encounter. Children First www.pta.org/index.asp Learn how to involve parents in the school system and create successful partnerships, and find out about the PTA's programs in education, the arts, health and safety, and leadership and membership. The National PTA advocates for children's issues, and works to increase parent and public support for education. Current Awareness Program landmark-project.com/ca/index.php3

24. District Of Columbia PTA - Educational Resources For District Of Columbia Parent A central resource for parent Teacher Organizations Welcome to the Districtof columbia educational resource page. The goal of this page is to provide a http://www.ptacentral.org/district_of_columbia.htm

A central resource for Parent Teacher Organizations PTO Central Home Fundraising Resource Center State Educational Resources: Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas ... Additional Educational Resources (*Please note that PTO Central is not affiliated with the District of Columbia PTA) District of Columbia Educational Resources Welcome to the District of Columbia educational resource page. The goal of this page is to provide a central informational source for parents, educators and school officials on an array of issues facing District of Columbia schools. From school fundraising to regional Parent Teacher Association contacts to classroom initiatives, the online resources below provide additional insight into these issues, as well as many other important concerns facing District of Columbia schools, PTA and PTO groups, and other parent organizations. District of Columbia Educational Links District of Columbia Public Schools District of Columbia Education District of Columbia Tax Laws School Fundraising Resource Center ... Additional District of Columbia Educational Resources Sponsor Links School-Fundraisers.com - School Fundraising Programs that Work

25. Learning Disabilities OnLine - Finding Help: State Resources: District Of Columb speech disorder, reading difficulties, special education, parenting, district OF columbia. Please help us keep these state resource sheets as up to http://www.ldonline.org/finding_help/local_org/dc.html

The leading Web site on learning disabilities for parents, teachers, and other professionals Home Page FAQs About LD IDEA 2004 Update What's New ... LD OnLine Store To find other help resources select a topic from the list and click GO Select a Topic US - National Organizations US - Federal Agencies US - State By State Resource Guides Canadian Resources Information By Phone International Links LD Schools On-line Resources Parent Advocacy US State Departments of Education If you are a professional interested in listing your services, sign-up online now! Select a State Alabama Alaska American Samoa Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Guam Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Virgin Island Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Com. North. Mariana Island

26. Advocates For Justice And Education - District Of Columbia Advocates for Justice and education district of columbia parent centersare funded by the US Department of education under the Individuals with http://www.dssc.org/frc/TAGuide/pti/dc.htm

27. Parent Training And Information Centers (PTIs) Funded by the Individuals with Disabilities education Act (IDEA), parent Trainingand Colorado Connecticut Delaware district of columbia; Florida http://www.dssc.org/frc/TAGuide/pti.htm

28. Insideschools.org - Links For Parents, Advocates And Policy-makers Exceptional parent Library lists resources and websites for parents of Institute for Urban and Minority education at Teachers College, columbia http://www.insideschools.org/home/links.php

Especially for parents After-school programs Parent involvement Children with disabilities Private schools and national school search sites ... Neighborhood and community organizations For parents, advocates, and policy-makers School reform and advocacy groups Legal resources Sources for researchers Education organizations ... Libraries After-school programs Harlem Educational Activities Fund - a not-for-profit supplemental education and youth development organization that identifies scholars in middle school and supports them until they are successfully admitted to four-year colleges through a variety of after-school, Saturday and summer programs. Partnership for After-School Education provides technical support to schools and community agencies. The website lists locations of programs and what they offer. Police Athletic League sponsors numerous after-school and summer programs. Program locations are listed by borough with contact information. The After-School Corporation sponsors and funds programs in public schools. Its website shows map of districts and schools where they are located. YMCA has extensive after-school program options, some of which are free.

29. Special Education, Learning Disabilities Advocacy, Legal Advice,Attorneys And La district of columbia. DC Metro AreaSchool Finders, advocacy and PartnersResource Network, The statewide parent Training and Information Center http://www.iser.com/CAadvocacy.html

Internet Special Education Resources Special Education Advocacy Services Visit ISER's Special Education Products Page For Advocacy Support Videos and Handbooks Nationwide and International Services A Turnaround Organization Online Educational Advocacy and Counseling reasonable rates. Bodin Associates based in Los Altos, CA and serving a national and international client base. Education Management Consulting assessments for school placement and evaluation and for legal proceedings involving educational issues and institutions. Chicago Attorney Linda Mastandrea represents students with disability law needs and counsels schools and businesses on compliance with the law Edufax (with Marcia Rubinstein) Educational consulting, placement, and advocacy The Learning Curve of Wisconsin connecting resources in education for students with dpecial needs. Also provides expert witness testimony LD Online interactive guide for children, parents, teachers, and others involved with learning disabilities A+ International Consulting educational consulting internationaly: teacher training, legislative issues, curriculum planning and implementation Davis Dyslexia Association International Website contains information and a forum for networking among parents and teachers, and support for using Davis methods at home.

30. National Coalition For Parent Involvement In Education (NCPIE): About NCPIE: Our district Community Voices Organized and Informed for Change in education than 100 cities in 34 states and the district of columbia. parent Institute http://www.ncpie.org/AboutNCPIE/FamilyEdOrg.cfm

Family-Education Organizations Academy for Educational Development Schools and Community Services 1825 Connecticut Ave NW Washington DC 20009 Voice: Fax: Web Address: www.aed.org About Academy for Educational Development/ Schools and Community Services: AED addresses human development needs through education, communication and information in this country and throughout the world. AED's School and Community Services Department develops partnerships between schools, families and communities through research and technical assistance in designing, implementing, and evaluating programs that foster such partnerships. 400 North Columbus Street Alexandria VA 22314 Voice: Fax: Contact: Roxana Marissa Ayona Contact E-mail: RAyona@aafcs.org Web Address: www.aafcs.org Director: Karen S. Tucker Thomas, Executive Director American Association of School Administrators Community Outreach 1801 North Moore Street Arlington VA 22209 Voice: Fax: Web Address: www.aasa.org About American Association of School Administrators/ Community Outreach: AASA is an organization of school system leaders which seeks to ensure quality education systems for all learners through the support and development of leadership.

31. Maryland Education Resources For People With Disabilities And Their Families the district of columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Caroline CountyParent resources Guide Phone 410-479- 2893 for Partners for Success. http://www.linc.org/resedu.html

Maryland Education and Day Care Resources for People with Disabilities The Arc of Montgomery County (The Arc, MC) - offers AFTER ALL, an after school enrichment program for pre-teens and teenagers with disabilities in an inclusive community setting at The Boys and Girls Club of Silver Spring. This year-round program is open all day on school holidays. For more information, call 301-681-4623 or 310-984-5792. BUILDING BRIDGES PROJECT - This program increases the availability of child care options for children with disabilities and their families by providing training and support to families and community child care providers. Families and child care providers can call the Building Bridges coordinator directly to be eligible for this service at 301-294-4953 or 301-984-5777. FAMILY, INFANT AND CHILD CARE CENTER (FICCC) - specialized child care for infants and children with medical conditions, from six weeks to five years old. For more information, call 301-279-2165. KARASIK CHILD CARE CENTER - an enrichment program providing year-round full- and part-time care for children of preschool and elementary school age with and without special care needs. For more information, call 301-593-0444. MONTGOMERY PRIMARY ACHIEVEMENT CENTER (MPAC) - a nonpublic, nonprofit, special education program for children (ages 2 to 8) who have identified developmental delays. MPAC also provides specialized instruction to children in Montgomery County with autism through the Collaborative Autism Preschool Program (CAPP. For more information, call 301-593-3797. For more information, call 301-593-3797.

32. About Charter Schools From The Center For Education Reform the parent Information Resource Center will support outreach to more than district of columbia Charter School Legislation, Laws, Schools Websites http://edreform.com/charter_schools/

About Charter Schools from the Center for Education Reform Newswire - February 3, 2004 Choice Opponents, Step Aside ... Connecticut's Choice Proposal ... Award-Winning Charters ... Show of Strength in Mississippi ... Auto-Pilot ... Charter Voice on CA Board ... Building Excellent Schools Spare the School, Despoil the Child New York Post Editorial , January 30, 2004 "Because Reisenbach is a charter school, not a traditional public school, something can be done about its chronic and abysmal failures: It can be shut. SUNY trustees were asked to do just that. Instead, they punted." Newswire - January 27, 2004 A Bridge to a Charter School: City Offers Campus Space in Return for Assistance By Justin Blum , Washington Post , January 25, 2004 "What we're seeing now is a recognition that the District itself cannot handle . . . everything it needs to do by itself in a centralized way," said Jeanne Allen of the Center for Education Reform, a Washington-based group that supports charter schools. Charter Schools Highlights : As of January 2003, nearly 2,700 charter schools are operating in 36 states and the District of Columbia, serving over 684,000 students.

33. Education Entrepreneurs And Industry Organizations And Resources The Center for education Reform s charter school resources for grassroots manages 25 public charter schools in five states and the district of columbia, http://edreform.com/education_reform_resources/business_industry.htm

EDUCATION ENTREPRENEURS SERVING PUBLIC SCHOOLS INDUSTRY RESOURCES THE CHARTER MARKETPLACE: WHERE SUPPLY MEETS DEMAND: Connecting service and equipment vendors with the nation's charter schools, at the 2002 National Charter School Conference. List of vendors Eduventures.com , Inc. is an education industry research and information services firm. The Company's extensive web-based resources are designed to help education businesses develop strategy, raise capital and acquire talent. Eduventures.com also provides education industry investors with up-to-date news and analysis on industry mergers and acquisitions, investments, venture funding, alliances and IPOs. Many of the Company's research and information services are available free of charge. In-depth research, targeted industry analysis, and custom advisory services are available via subscription. Eduventures.com has recently purchased the highly regarded Education Industry Group, LLC, which was founded in 1992 by John M. McLaughlin to connect the business, investment and education communities. Association of Educators in Private Practice Website: http://www.aepp.org

34. Columbia School District - Parental Involvement Plan Utilizing all of its resources to implement the parentCommunity Involvement Distribute the columbia School district parent-Community Involvement Action http://scnc.csd.k12.mi.us/District/DistrictParentInvolve.htm

Parent Involvement Plan Home Calendar Parent/Student Resources Staff Resources ... Other Organizations Parent Involve Plan Policies School of Choice Surveys/Results Torch Bearer News General Information Email Lookup Facility Rental/Use Helpful Links Lunch Menu ... Transportation Columbia School District Parent-Community Involvement Action Plan November 2004 The Columbia School District has always valued and encouraged assistance in the important endeavor of educating this community’s youth. This vital process can only be properly accomplished with the cooperation of home – school – community. It is the goal of all stakeholders that students achieve their greatest potential and this can only be reached through collaboration and commitment. There are many levels of involvement in the educational process. In the Columbia School District, we work hard at finding ways for everyone to play a role some roles are more significant, but all roles make a difference. Utilizing all of its resources to implement the Parent-Community Involvement Action Plan, the Columbia School District – parents, teachers, students, administrators and community members will strive to develop and promote activities that enrich meaningful involvement. The cultivation of involvement will be based on the identified needs of students, parents, families and this community. It is common knowledge that when parents and community stakeholders support education the following

35. Kappa Delta Pi - Educational Honor Society Links to lesson plans, expert help, and additional parent resources complete thelink and legislation about all 50 states and the district of columbia, http://www.kdp.org/teacherresources/proresdev.php

Professional Resources and Development Teachscape www.teachscape.com/html/ts/public/html/index.htm Four Stars Teachscape is an online, on demand, professional learning resource. A full range of professional services for educators in K-12 school systems. Staff Development for Educators www.sde.com Four Stars SDE is one of America's leading providers of professional development resources for Pre-K through grade 12 educators. Find out about the seminars, training sessions, and books they offer. National Board for Professional Teaching www.nbpts.org Five Stars This is a useful site for teachers interested in receiving National Board Certification. Complete information on the standards that define accomplished teaching and the certificates available are provided on the site. National Center for Education Information www.ncei.com Two Stars This site promotes a book published by the National Center for Education Information. The book provides detailed information on alternative teaching certification routes and includes colleges and universities in each state that have developed alternative teacher preparation programs and federal funding available. Family Education Network/TeacherVision.com

36. Education Resources For Teachers Parents And Students An index of educationrelated information for teachers, parents, for all 50states and the district of columbia. Connecticut education Association http://www.wiltonlibrary.org/educat.asp

Home Web Directory Education HOME Page Contents For Educators Curriculum Resources Education News Home Schooling ... College, University, and Career Information for Students Web Directory Arts Business Children's Center Consumer Information ... Travel Resources from the Wilton Library Association General Resources for Educators Acceptable Use Policies A Handbook (http://www.pen.k12.va.us/go/VDOE/Technology/AUP/home.shtml) Links to components, samples, and templates of successful educational AUPs designed by others. Certification Requirements (http://www.uky.edu/Education/TEP/usacert.html) From the University of Kentucky College of Education, links to certification requirements for all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Connecticut Education Association (http://www.cea.org/) The organization representing Connecticut's teachers. Find events, current openings, information about the National Education Association, an interactive forum, and an index of educational resources in ten categories. Connecticut Strategic School Profiles (http://www.csde.state.ct.us/public/der/ssp/index.htm) Statistics on all schools in the state of Connecticut.

37. Education - Web Sites By Subject - FCPL Maryland and the district of columbia searchable by school name or grade level The FCPS parent Resource Center has compiled this list of tutors who http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/library/internet/education.htm

Education you are here: homepage library homepage research tools web sites by subject ... Site Index Library Site Search: Library cardholders can access online databases for articles on specific subjects! Good Starting Points Adult/Continuing Education Fairfax County Public Schools Homeschooling ... Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) See also the Library's links to Colleges and College Planning English Language Classes Homework Topics Education for Seniors and Summer Camps and Programs . For online practice tests and tutorial courses for students and adult learners, see the Library's LearningExpress Library database.

38. Washington D.C. Homeschooling - A To Z Home's Cool district of columbia Public Library Offers lots of resources of interest to that affect the education of all students in the district of columbia. http://homeschooling.gomilpitas.com/regional/WashingtonDC.htm

YOU ARE HERE: HOME REGIONAL Click on the banner for recommended books and supplies for homeschooling A to Z Home's Cool Homeschooling Regional I am Ann Zeise , your guide to the best and most interesting and useful sites and articles about home education on the web. Search All of A to Z Articles Calendar Curriculum Explorations 4 Kids Field Trips Jokes Laws Links Methods Older Kids Regional Religion/Cultural The Web Home Recent Articles Events Join Email List ... Curriculum Shopping Site Index: A B C D ... Z Washington DC Field Trips Legal Information Online Programs ... Support Groups Related Resources Expatriates Support Groups in Maryland Support Groups in Virginia A to Z Home's Cool Home Articles Beginning to Homeschool Community Networking ... Support Group Resources Explorations 4 Kids Computer Literacy Drivers Ed Fine Arts General Interest ... Washington, D.C. Guidebook for Kids by Carol Bluestone, Susan Irwin Designed for children themselves - jazzed up with a variety of intriguing games, puzzles, quizzes and the like.

39. Education, Student & Teacher--Reference Resources plus five US territories, and the district of columbia. Library in theSky contains over 1600 links to educational resources. http://skyways.lib.ks.us/library/reference/education.html

Only Libraries Only Genealogy Only Government Only Communities all Except Genealogy All of Skyways the Internet search tips Need help? Consult a librarian using KANAnswer , our live chat reference service, 9am-6pm, M-F. Reference Topics: Books Career Dictionaries Genealogy ... Telephone Directories The Blue Skyways Reference pages are maintained by Bryan McBride , Reference Librarian at Dorothy Bramlage Public Library General Info: About Contact Us Publishing Guidelines HTML Training Resources ... Skyways Home Libraries: Directory Kansas State Library Regional Libraries ILL Information ... Reference Resources Communities: Counties Genealogy Museums Find a Town ... Other Links Education: School Districts Elementary Schools Middle Schools High Schools ... Education Resources Government: KS Legislative Services KS State Government KS Constitution KS Symbols ... AMERICAN STUDENT DIRECTORY This directory provides a searchable database of over 70,000 American Elementary and Secondary schools. ASK ERIC LESSON PLANS This site provides extensive lessons plans in the following subject areas: Arts, Math, Educational Technology, Physical Education, Foreign Language, Science, Health, and Social Studies. Educators are encouraged to submit their lesson plans.

40. Committee On Government Reform Title IV of the district of columbia Appropriations Act, 2004 considerable timeand resources working with the district to reform its education system. http://reform.house.gov/GovReform/Legislation/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=771

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