Rhode Island Special Education Support

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Empowering Rhode Island families to advocate for their children’s education

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We Understand Special Education

Feeling lost in the world of special education is common. Our team, comprised of peer professionals who have personal experience with special education, understands the challenges you face. RIPIN has been helping Rhode Island families with education support for over thirty years. We’ve been there ourselves and can provide you with tools and information so you can advocate for your child’s needs. Through workshops, peer support, and our resource library, RIPIN can help you understand and navigate IEPs, 504 plans, and more.

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How We Help

  • Understanding Your Rights and Partnering with Schools: Learn about your rights and work with the school system.
  • Training and Resources: Workshops and resources on parental rights, IEPs, 504 plans, and more.
  • Peer Support and Collaboration: Connect with experienced parents and RIPIN’speer professionals.
  • Bilingual Support: Resources and assistance in Spanish.
  • Personalized Support: One-to-one support via phone, email, or in-person.

Beyond Special Education

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RIPIN’s support goes beyond special education. We assist families transitioning to adult services, support military families, and connect you to a network of resources.

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Contact Us

You can reach us through our call center, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Together, we can make a difference in your child’s education and future.

401.270.0101

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