Empowering Educators
Supporting Families
IS OUR MISSION
FDLRS is dedicated to helping students with exceptional needs reach their full potential. Through professional learning and family support, we ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.
School Districts Served
Providing statewide support for families & educators
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Individuals Trained
3-5 Year Old Children Screened
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What’s Happening?
Latest News
The first two weeks of October are Disability History and Awareness Weeks!
FDLRS Heartland Weekly Webinars are offered each quarter to further your professional learning.
The BEESS Portal to Professional Learning Alternatives (PLA) offers courses to improve skills in supporting students with disabilities.
FDLRS Heartland is offering an ESE Academy for ESE Teachers and Support Facilitators.
FDLRS Family Help Desk provides support to families of students with disabilities across Florida.
The Florida Department of Education provides Resiliency and Mental Health Resources to support educators, students, and families.
The Special Ed Connection is a comprehensive online resource for Florida parents of students with disabilities.
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