Student Achievement Services
Smoky Hill Student Achievement Services (SAS) provides services in the least restrictive environment for the individual needs of all students with an Individual Education Program (IEP). A student’s IEP will be used to direct the coursework, modifications, and accommodations to help students be successful. Our students are included in activities, athletics, and clubs.
SAS: Additional Information
SAS Faculty
Resources
P2P: Parent to Parent of Colorado
1-877-476-7201 www.p2p-co.org
- One to one parent matching
- Listserv linking parents throughout the state
- Up-to-date information and referral, quarterly newsletter
- Resource packed website including support group listing, parent wisdom
The Arcs in Colorado
1-800-333-7690 www.thearcofco.org
- If you are looking for an advocate, start with your local Arc
- The Arc of Colorado has a list of statewide Arcs on their website
Assistive Technology Partners
1-800-255-3477 www.uchsc.edu/atp
- Device exchange program, database of potential AT funding resources
- Make and Take directions on various low-cost AT adaptations and devices
- Community based demonstrations, annual conference
CCA: Colorado Citizens for Accountability
303-226-5526 www.coloradocitizensforaccountability.org
- Patient safety information and referral
- Advocacy training for those who have family members in the hospital
- Support for families/individuals dealing with legal issues in the medical system
CCDC: Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition
303-839-1775 www.ccdconline.org
- Information and assistance on disability rights issues for youth and adults
- Advances legislation and public policy impacting the disability community
CDE –DSLU: Colorado Department of Education – Exceptional Student Leadership Unit
303-866-6694 www.cde.state.co.us/index_special.htm
- Website resources on special education law, school/district programs, ect.
- FAST FACTS on a variety of topics
- Information on educational specialists, parent-professional partnerships
DDD: Division for Developmental Disabilities and CCBs: Community Centered Boards
303-866-7450 www.cdhs.state.co.us/ddd
- Provides various services to individuals with developmental disabilities
- Administers children and family programs, adult programs
- Information on CCBs (designated as the single entry point into long-term service and support for persons with developmental disabilities)
Easter Seals Colorado
303-233-1666 x237 www.eastersealscolorado.org
- Respite, including Discovery Club, weekend programs and summer camp
- Warm water therapy and aquatic programs
- Employment services/support, transition trainings, transportation assessments
El Colroado: Early Intervention Colorado (Formerly ECC)
1-888-777-4041 www.eicolorado.org
- Connects families with early intervention services to help infants and toddlers under age three grow and develop, and to help their families in this process
El Grupo VIDA
303-904-6073 www.elfrupovida.org
- Information, referrals and support groups for Spanish speaking parents
- Free annual fall conference in Denver
EMPOWER Colorado
1-866-213-4631 www.empowercolorado.com
- Support, education and advocacy for families of children and youth with mental health issues
- Support groups throughout the state; statewide listserv connecting families
- Education classes for families and professionals
Family Voices
1-800-881-8272 www.familyvoicesco.org
- Advocacy for children with special health care needs
- Assists families in navigating health systems including Medicaid, Medicaid waivers, and private insurance
- Training, information, referral, policy, parent friendly website resources
Guardianship Alliance of Colorado
303-228-5382 www.guardianshipallianceofcolorado.org
- Information and referral on guardianship, including a volunteer guardianship matching program
- Information and training for those wishing to become a guardian for a family member who is 18 or older
HCP: Health care Program for Children with Special Needs
303-692-2370 www.hcpcolorado.org
- Information and referral to services and supports including Medical Home, screening, clinics, financial assistance
- Regional offices throughout Colorado
PEAK: Colorado’s Parent Training and Information Center
1-800-284-0251 www.peakparent.org
- Statewide parent advisors who provide information about the special education process and parent’s rights
- Trainings on a variety of topics including Understanding IEP’s
- Inclusion resources and annual conference for parents and school personnel
- Online calendar of events throughout the state
PEP: Parents Encouraging Parents
303-866-6846 www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/PEP.asp
- Free conference, lodging and meals included, held twice per year at various statewide locations (apply early as waiting list occur frequently)
- Brings together parents and professionals for education on supporting your child in school and community
The Legal Center for People with Disabilities & Older People
1-800-288-1376 www.thelegalcenter.org
- Advice on the legal rights of people with disabilities
- Publishes Everyday Guide to Special Education Law
Other Colorado Resources
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Colorado Department of Human Services
1575 Sherman, 4th Floor
Denver, CO 80203
(303) 866-4150
www.cdhs.state.co.us/dvr
Local DVR locations can be found at: www.cdhs.state.co.us/dvr/dvr_locations.htm
Colorado Transition Services -Exceptional Student Leadership Unit
Colorado Department of Education
201 E. Colfax Avenue
Denver, CO 80203
(303) 866-6721
www.cdhs.state.co.us/ddd
www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/transresources.asp
Transition Tool Kit: www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/TK.asp
Division for Developmental Disabilities
Colorado Department of Human Services
3824 W. Princeton Circle
Denver, CO 80236
303) 866-7467
www.cdhs.state.co.us/ddd