The Special School District Parent Advisory Council is comprised of families advising and collaborating to improve the education, confidence and social outcomes of each student served by the district.

The council consists of five parents or guardians - one member and four alternates - from each of the 22 St. Louis County school districts, as well as the five Special School District schools. The parents or caregivers of students receiving special education services in that district or school elect council members.

Get Involved with the Parent Advisory Council

• Network with other parents of children who receive special education services
• Become as informed as possible about special education services
• Improve communication between your local school district and SSD
• Create a positive understanding and awareness of students with disabilities
• Establish a network of advocacy for local, state and national disability issues

Please visit the Special School District website to learn more about the council.

The Special School District Parent Education and Diversity Awareness Program advocates for meaningful inclusion, equity, family engagement and collaborative relationships to support students in living their best, self-determined lives. The program utilizes a number of strategies and services to support all families and stakeholders, including:

• Consultation
• Resource and referral
• Problem-solving
• Training and workshops
• Parent Advisory Council development
• Support and leadership development

In addition, the program provides ongoing collaboration with community agencies. All of the community resources available in our Family and Community Resource Center, as well as all of our workshops, are open to the entire community.

Please visit the Special School District website to learn more about the program.