CASE Project
Overview
Community Advocates for Special Education (CASE) Project is a volunteer advocacy project brought to you by the WV Developmental Disabilities Council. The goal of this project is to provide high quality and comprehensive training for volunteer special education advocates. These volunteers will gain the skills, knowledge, and tools necessary to assist West Virginia’s students and their families in securing appropriate educational services and supports.
In addition to providing guidance and insight on an advocate’s role and scope of work, the CASE Project will prepare participants to navigate advocacy relationships and address parent or caregiver concerns regarding the educational process. Training topics will also include relevant state and federal laws and policies, fostering collaborative team and district communication, frameworks such as IEPs and 504 plans, identifying and implementing individualized supports, etc. While no previous special education experience is necessary, participants will be provided the materials and resources they need to be prepared and well-equipped to serve in their own communities.
Important Materials
- To learn more information about the project and to see the schedule, visit: CASE Project Overview
- If you would like to apply to be a community advocate, you can apply here: CASE Project Application
- To download a fillable version of the application, it is available here: CASE Project Fillable Applications
Contact Information
Completed fillable applications can be emailed to katie.o.arbaugh@wv.gov or mailed to 110 Stockton Street, Charleston, WV 25387.
For questions or assistance with the application please call 304-558-4185 or email Katie.O.Arbaugh@wv.gov and/or Christina.Smith@astrive.org.