EDUCATOR RESOURCES
This page has resources specifically for educators.
COUNCIL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN
The Council for Exceptional Children is a nationwide council for professionals involved in special and gifted education. The Tennessee chapter of the Council for Exceptional Children advocates for children through policy and legislation and provides professional development, networking, information sharing and support for its members.
Contact Information
Phone - (888) 232-7733
Website - https://exceptionalchildren.org/
DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE
DSAMT celebrates and supports people with Down Syndrome and their families through programs like First Call program, educational advocacy, employment partnership, and crisis and respite grants. They also provide Down Syndrome Specialist training.
Contact Information:
Phone: (615) 454-3109
Website: somethingextra.org
TENNESSEE CHILDCARE RESOURCE & REFERRAL (CCR&R)
CCR&R provides training and resources to child care professionals. They have a team of inclusion specialists who assist child cares with making accommodations and adaptations to their classroom environments.
Contact Information:
Phone: (855) 251-3236
Email: midcumberland@dsdc.org
Website: tnccrr.org
TN INFANT AND EARLY CHILDHOOD MENTAL HEALTH WARMLINE
The warmline is a virtual support available to professionals in Early Care and Learning, Evidence-Based Home Visiting, and Child Welfare. The purpose is to provide consultation regarding behavioral, developmental, and mental health concerns.
Contact Information:
Phone: (855) 251-3236
Email: warmline@aimhitn.org
Website: TN IECMH Warmline — The Association of Infant Mental Health in Tennessee (aimhitn.org)