LOCAL TASK FORCE Westmoreland & Support Group Westmoreland IU 7

The Local Task Force (LTF) – is a Parent / Family Support Network Group for Families that Have a Child with a Disability.

The Local Task Force membership consists of parents and family members of children with disabilities, local IU representatives, local MH / ID office, the Local Arc, area school districts and charter schools, and additional agency outreach programs.

The function of the Local Task Force is to support each other through dialogue, training, and networking. You should attend the LTF if:

• You are a family member supporting a school-age child with a disability

• You are a local public/ private service provider

• You are a school district employee

• You have a concern or questions regarding the special education system

• You want to network with family members and professionals

• You are interested in finding out more about the Local Task Force

• You want to share information with the special education community

• You want to learn more about regulations and special education processes such as Evaluations Reports, IEPs, and NOREPs.

• And so much more…

If you are interested in attending the Local Task Force (Family Support Group) you can either contact your chairperson or vice-chairperson:

Chairperson Melissa Skiffen (724)-837-8159 Ext 112 mskiffen@achieva.info

Vice-Chairperson Natalie Smith (724)-836-2460 Ext 2321 nsmith@wiu7.org