Our next workshop "Special Needs Trusts & Estate Planning"
will be February 17th, 2026 at 6:30 pm.
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The Arc Kent County works to ensure that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are valued in order that they and their families fully participate in and contribute to their community.
It is our vision that all people realize and fulfill their dreams of having employment, education, meaningful relationships and living independently within their community
With education and awareness comes understanding and acceptance. The Arc Kent County views increased public awareness as one of the major components to greater understanding and community acceptance of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. To this end, The Arc Kent County staff provides members, families, professionals, organizations, and the community-at-large with direct and indirect information about intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Students with disabilities have the right to a free, appropriate public education. That right is protected by federal law and enforced by the U.S. Department of Education.
Right now, those protections are being threatened.
This means families could lose a place to turn when schools do not follow the law. Educators could lose access to clear guidance and experts who help them meet their students’ needs. And students with disabilities could lose the critical supports they need to succeed.
That is why we have joined a federal lawsuit to stop the dismantling of the Department of Education and defend students’ rights.
Add your name to our petition calling on the federal government to:
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Protect the U.S. Department of Education
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Fully enforce special education laws
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Make sure students with disabilities get the education and support they are legally entitled to
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Make sure educators have accurate information about the law
Students with disabilities deserve to be supported and educated, not ignored.
Add your name to our petition to demand that the federal government protect the educational rights of students with disabilities.
