Arkansas Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)

is a Joint Project of Arkansas Disability Coalition 

and  Arkansas Support Network 

 Available Services & Information 

• Understanding Child Development
• Finding Appropriate Services
• Knowing Your Legal Rights & Responsibilities
• Investigating Options For Transition After School

   Support & Networking

• Meet with other parents in your community & share similar concerns and interests 
• Support, someone to communicate with and learn from 
• A friend (advocate) will attend school conferences with you
• Advocating, knowing that someone will be there for you 

   Workshops & Training         

• Understand the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) & Related Laws
• Promote Your Child's Literacy
• Develop Self-Advocacy Skills
• Communicate with Teachers & Administrators
• Promote Life-Long Successes for Your Child 
• Prepare for IEP Meetings
• Increase Your Child’s Positive Behavior