The Parent Mentors are parents of children with special needs who have knowledge and experience working with the education system. Parent Mentors work with families and caregivers to help them:
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with their child’s school
- Enhance understanding of how the education system works
- Assist with approaches to planning for their child
- With problem solving school related issues.
Access to Service
Contact the Parent Mentors directly by calling 519.685.8700 ext 53767 or emailing at parent.mentor [at] tvcc.on.ca.
What to Expect
Parent Mentor Services can be provided by phone, email or in person. Please phone to arrange a time to connect. You can expect an individualized approach specific to your situation.
Once you arrange a time, a Parent Mentor will contact you to assist you with the school related issues you want to discuss. Some examples of issues and questions include:
- What to expect from a school planning meeting; who does what; how to prepare
- How to approach school personnel with various issues as they arise
- How to effectively and collaboratively problem solve with your school team
- How to sort and use resources and documents in a meaningful way
For More Information...
Contact the Parent Mentors directly by calling 519.685.8700 ext 53767 or emailing at parent.mentor [at] tvcc.on.ca.