“For we are leaders of inclusiveness and community, of love, equity, and justice.”
― Judith Heumann
Welcome to the
Parent and Youth Testimonials
for the IDEA Reauthorization
Here you will find testimonials from parents of individuals with disabilities and transition-aged youth with disabilities stating their suggestions for the next reauthorization of the
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Featured Videos
MA-May Video 9
Age: Early Childhood
Gender: Male
Location: Massachusetts
Type of Disability: Autism
Theme: Inclusion in Least Restrictive Environment; Seamless transition from Early Intervention
Language: English
MA-May Video 7
Age: Transition
Gender: Male
Location: Massachusetts
Type of Disability: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Theme: Gap in transition service between EI and Kinder; Training for school personnel and parents, Resources for parents
Language: English
MA-May Video 8
Age: School Age
Gender: Male
Location: Massachusetts
Type of Disability: Intellectual Disability
Theme: Accountability for services, especially inclusion, Parents being able to assess the classroom (due process)
Language: English
TN-May Video 6
Age: Adult Service
Gender: Male
Location: Tennessee
Type of Disability: Autism
Theme: Funding for programs for adult services; Parent training for law, rights and advocacy; After school program;
Language: English
TN-May Video 5
Age: Adult Service
Gender: Male
Location: Tennessee
Type of Disability: Autism
Theme: Educational training on rights and responsibilities; Increase Part D funding (Parent resource centers);
Language: English
TN-May Video 2
Age: Early Childhood
Gender: Female
Location: Tennessee
Type of Disability: Down Syndrome
Theme: More funding for inclusion with
Least Restrictive Environment
Language: English