Special Education Parent Advisory Committee

The purpose of the Parent Advisory Committee is to represent the views of all parents who have children receiving special education services and to provide information about opportunities and resources available in the community for students with Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs). The Committee gives input to Ingham ISD that focuses on the delivery of special education and improvement of our special education programs and services. Our unique perspective offers us the opportunity to advise the Ingham ISD Board of Education on matters relating to special education programs and services.

Meet the Ingham Intermediate School District (ISD) Special Education Parent Advisory Committee

We believe:

  • A student with an IEP should be an active participant in the community.
  • The student comes first, not the disability.
  • Students with an IEP should be supported by parents, students and the community.
  • Parents, schools and community partnerships should provide opportunities that promote independence for students with IEPs.

Membership

The Parent Advisory Committee representatives are appointed by local school districts.  We are continually looking for new members.  If you would like to become a part of the committee, contact your local Special Education Director to express your interest.  We are always looking for parents, caregivers and volunteers to support Parent Advisory Committee activities.

Membership Responsibilities

Parent Advisory Committee members are accessible to local parents for support and information.  Some of the duties of the Parent Advisory Committee members include:

  • Act as liaisons between parents, local school districts, and Ingham ISD
  • Provide support and information to parents who have a student with an active IEP or 504 Plan
  • Attend Parent Advisory Committee activities to support awareness of students with an active IEP or 504 Plan
  • Provide input and feedback on the ingham ISD Plan for the Delivery of Special Education Programs and Services

Our members have been involved in a number of issues of special interest, including:

  • Parent and Family Support and Education
  • Special Education Legislation
  • Special Education Funding
  • Least Restrictive Environment
  • Transition Services
  • College and Career Readiness

Thorburn Education Center - 2630 West Howell Road, Mason, MI
Business Meetings - Virtual meetings through May 2024

All parents of children with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), in the Ingham ISD service area, are welcome to attend or participate in our meetings online. Watch our Facebook page for more information.

May 17, 2023 - Wednesday, 6:30 pm

June, July, August - No regular meetings

September 20, 2023 - Wednesday, 6:30 pm

October 18, 2023 - Wednesday, 6:30 pm

November 15, 2023 - No regular meeting

December 2024 - No regular meeting

January 17, 2024 - Wednesday, 6:30 pm

February 21, 2024 - Wednesday, 6:30 pm

March 20, 2024 - Wednesday, 6:30 pm

April 17, 2024 - Wednesday, 6:30 pm

May 15, 2024 - Wednesday, 6:30 pm

PDF DocumentIngham ISD Parent Advisory Committee By-Laws 1.20.21

The mission of the Ingham Intermediate School District (ISD) Special Education Parent Advisory Committee is to promote partnerships among parents and educators that benefit students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Contact Us 

inghamisdpac@inghamisd.org 
517.244.1298

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Crystal Cutler
Executive Director, Student Support Services/Special Education
Rhiannon Schindewolf-DeShais
Administrative Assistant
Student Support Services