Begin searching for child education assistance at the local level. Your local school district, sometimes referred to as the local education agency, may have resources available to assist the families they serve. Determine what specific issue is afflicting your student, and approach the district for assistance in educating a student with this affliction. If the issue is unknown, ask the local school district to conduct a student evaluation. Some local school districts will complete an evaluation on all children who live in the school district, regardless of age. If the school district refuses to evaluate the child, ask for a reference to a local agency who will help with your family's education needs.
The National Education Association (NEA) is an organization targeted toward improving schools to better the standards of teaching. This organization will assist families with literature pertaining to communicating with schools. Parents can find information on what to expect from a school and what rights they have as parents. Parents can also find ways to support learning at home and are encouraged by the NEA to be an active part of the child's school years.
The United States Department of Education (USDE) assists families sending their children to college as well as provides support to families of school-age children. Through this agency, families can find government grants for college, read about changing education laws and learn about changes the federal government is attempting to make for education enhancement.
The Department of Education in the student's home state is another helpful agency for families in need of assistance. Different state departments have different help available, but all departments are geared toward improving schools and helping families to educate their students. This agency is assigned to helping students with disabilities receive an education equal to all other students and to mandating state testing. Families seeking education assistance will find state-based help targeted toward the state's biggest issues and concerns.