
Henry-Stark Counties Special Education District #801


Resources & Supports for Families and Caregivers
Family Communication
At Wings Academy, families are valued partners. We are committed to open, consistent communication and collaborative problem-solving, providing regular updates on student progress and timely outreach when support is needed. Strong home–school partnerships are essential to helping every student grow and succeed. Families play an important role in the Wings Academy community. We encourage ongoing collaboration through IEP meetings, progress updates, family conferences, and regular communication with staff. Families are also invited to participate in school events, planning discussions, and celebrations of student growth. Together, we create a strong partnership that supports each child’s success.
Wings Academy is committed to supporting not only our students, but their families as well. Caregivers have access to guidance, resources, and connections to help navigate educational planning, behavior support, and community services. We work collaboratively with families to share strategies, provide referrals when appropriate, and ensure caregivers feel informed, supported, and never alone on their journey.
📌 PUNS (Prioritization of Urgency of Need for Services) – Illinois
Statewide database for developmental disability services planning.
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General Info & Registration: Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) PUNS page: https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=41131
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To enroll or update: Call the PUNS/Developmental Disabilities Hotline at 1-888-DD-PLANS / 1-866-376-8446 (TTY)
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Spanish info / PUNS basics: “Entender la PUNS” (IDHS Spanish procedural notice): https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=47621
📌 SSI — Supplemental Security Income
Federal disability income support (kids & adults).
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English SSI info (SSA official): https://www.ssa.gov/ssi
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Spanish SSI info (SSA official): https://www.ssa.gov/es/ssi
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General SSA contact (English/Spanish):
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Phone: 1-800-772-1213 (select option 7 for Spanish)
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TTY: 1-800-325-0778
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Online help and forms: https://www.ssa.gov/agency/contact/
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Multilanguage resources (incl. Spanish): https://www.ssa.gov/multilanguage/
📌 Procedural Safeguards (Special Education Rights)
Explains parents’ rights under IDEA.
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English procedural safeguards (ISBE/PaTTAN model): Available through local school district or state special education office.
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Spanish procedural safeguards notice (PaTTAN Spanish): https://www.pattan.net/Forms/00e8eeaa-1d96-4c8a-9cd9-b645030b720
(Note: Procedural Safeguards are usually provided by school districts during evaluations or IEP meetings. If you need the official state version in Spanish and English, your district’s special education office can provide the current document.)
📌 IL ABLE Accounts (Achieving a Better Life Experience)
Tax-advantaged savings accounts for disability-related expenses.
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Program website (English/Spanish accessible): https://illinoisable.com/
(Check the site for brochures and guides in different languages as needed.)
📌 Illinois School for the Visually Impaired - ISVI
Statewide school serving students who are blind or visually impaired (birth–22).
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Address: 658 E. State St., Jacksonville, IL 62650
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Phone: (800) 919-5617 (toll-free) or (217) 479-4400
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Fax: (217) 479-4479
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Education Office: (217) 479-4436
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Admissions & Records: (217) 479-4404 / DHS.ISVIAdmissions@illinois.gov
(ISVI brochure info is generally available in English; contact the school for language-specific support.)
📌 Illinois School for the Deaf - ISD
Statewide school serving students who are deaf or hard of hearing (birth–21).
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Address: 125 S. Webster Ave., Jacksonville, IL 62650
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Phone: +1 217-479-4200
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Email: DHS.ISDinfo@illinois.gov
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Fax: +1 217-479-4209
(For Spanish or interpreter services, contact the school directly — many state schools provide support or referrals.)