Resource Directory - Education

Child Find Program
301-808-2719
www.pgcps.org/earlychildhood
Provides evaluations of children 5 years and older who demonstrate a developmental delay.

The U.S. Department of Education
www.ed.gov

Partners for Success Parent Center
Prince George’s County Public Schools
8908 Riggs Road
Adelphi, MD 20783
301-431-5675
Provides information on the special education process through parent training and telephone consultation.

Prince George’s County Public Schools Special Education Program
301-817-3142
www.pgcps.org/~spedu/

What Works Transition Research Synthesis Project
www.ncset.org

Preschool

Infants and Toddlers
The Arc of Prince George’s County
301-925-7050 – The Arc of Prince George’s County
301-265-8415 – Prince George’s Health Department, Referral Line
Provides case management services for the Prince George’s County Infants and Toddlers Program. This program is designed to assist families with children from birth to age three who show differences or delays in developmental. Assessment, early intervention, service coordination and supports for families are available.

Infants and Toddlers at Risk
Prince George’s County Health Department
301-618-2464
Assists families whose children may be at risk due to health factors, the age of the mother, low income and other identified factors. Trained staff members work with families in the home to provide early intervention, training and referral.

Childhood Education

The Children’s Developmental Clinic
301-322-0519
Offers a continuing education program for children ages 3-21 who experience various developmental disabilities.

The Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities
www.ldonline.org
Offers in depth information to parents and professionals on learning differences.

ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education
www.ericec.org
Serves as a resource and referral center for parents and professionals looking for information on special/gifted education.

Maryland State Department of Education
800-535-0182
www.msde.state.md.us/specialeducation
Offers news, legislation, programs, and publications related to special education, i.e.-Family Support Network, Infants & Toddlers 301-265-8415. Infants and Toddlers Program is a system of assessment and early intervention services for children birth to 3 years of age with developmental disabilities and their families.

Tutor Find
800-64TUTOR
800-648-8867
www.tutorfind.com
Tutors all academic subjects for Kindergarteners through adults. Provides services for children in Special Education, and people with ADD and ADHD.

Tutor Quest
703-368-3867
www.tutorquest.net
Tutoring on all subjects from youth through adulthood.

Continuing Education

The College for Living
Prince George’s Community College
Largo, Maryland
301-583-5217
Contact: George Natonick or Bill Gagnon
Offers classes each semester for adults with learning challenges. These classes focus upon functional applications – such as everyday math, home budgeting, functional reading, cooking classes, etc. These classes fill up quickly, so register early.

The Graduate Transition Program
240-567-1660
Montgomery College Workforce Development and Continuing Education
7600 Takoma Avenue
Takoma Park, Maryland 20912
Offers a custom tailored learning community program for students with special needs upon exiting high school. It is a 2-year, tuition based credit-free certificate program focusing on students’ basic academic skills and enhancing potential success as productive citizens. Instruction is available at Montgomery College, Rockville campus weekday mornings. Employment services are provided through Target Community and Educational Services in the afternoons. Potomac Community Resources provides social, recreational and therapeutic activities evenings and weekends.

Laureate Learning Systems
800-562-6801
www.laureatelearning.com/professionals602
Catalog of software and hardware designed to meet the needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The Literacy Council of Prince George's County
6532 Adelphi Road, Suite 101
Hyattsville, MD 20782
301-699-9770
301-699-9707 (Fax)
Serves as the primary non-profit organization for the implementation of literacy programs in the county. The Literacy Council tutors adult learners in acquiring the essentials of reading, writing, and comprehension skills. This service assists individuals in gaining independence and the realization of their full potential as contributing members of their family and community.

Literacy Council of Northern Virginia
703-237-0866
2855 Annandale Road
Falls church, VA 22041

Tutor Find
800-64TUTOR
800-648-8867
www.tutorfind.com
Tutors all academic subjects for Kindergarteners through adults. Provides services for children in Special Education, and people with ADD and ADHD.

Note: These providers are not endorsed or approved by The Arc of Prince George’s County. This contact information is provided as a service; families must determine for themselves if these providers are able to support the needs of their family member(s).