Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education  The mission of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is to guarantee the superior preparation and performance of every child in school and in life. Dr. Chris Nicastro has… Read More

EFECT, Encouraging Families with Exceptional Children Together, is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization which was created by parents for parents.  Our mission is to empower families of children with disabilities by providing education, information… Read More

Nancy Litzau – President   "We want to see your child succeed as much as you do. Good Shepherd provides all of the ingredients for your child’s success….love, expectations, educational/therapeutic expertise and a fun environment that fosters learning… Read More

  "St. Louis Learning Disabilities Association, Inc. (St. Louis LDA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the understanding and acceptance of learning disabilities.  Targeted solutions are developed for children, parents, and professionals… Read More

  Kathy Boyd-Fenger, M.A., N.C.C. – Head of School   As a school we provide hope and a path to success for struggling students and their families in a safe ethical environment.  Through education and therapy our students gain acceptance and a promising… Read More

Mary Kay Savage – Executive Director "Our mission is to ensure that all children with special needs receive an education which allows them to achieve their personal goals. Parents of children with disabilities face challenges every day that other parents… Read More

  "Educational environment – Every child possesses unique talents and abilities. The first step in serving children with learning disabilities is to help them explore varied learning styles and discover their individual strengths.  Our dedicated staff… Read More

  "A PTA is a local, self-governing unit. It promotes the Purposes and Mission of the Missouri and the National PTA as it plans its programs and activities to meet the needs of children and youth in the community. It is linked through its all-inclusive… Read More

UMKC Institute for Human Development: A University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Welcome to Sharing Our Strength's (SOS), Missouri's parent to parent/peer support network for parents of children with developmental disabilities or… Read More

Sinergia, Spanish for synergy the enhanced energy of two forces combined is a 501(c)(3), community based, multi-service organization. We opened our doors in 1977 as a "Direct Service" linking families of children with disabilities to services that matched… Read More