CPAC Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center
Connecticut's Resource for Children with Disabilities Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center
Connecticut's Resource for Children with Disabilities;
Empowering and Educating Families

Our Mission

The mission of the Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center is to educate, support, and empower Connecticut's families of children and youth with any disability or chronic conditions, ages birth to 26, and the professionals who serve them.

CPAC is committed to supporting each and every Connecticut family and youth with disabilities in understanding and learning to advocate for rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). We advocate at the federal, state, and local levels to help remove barriers that families and youth face when advocating for appropriate support and services.

Our Vision

All families will have the confidence, knowledge and understanding they need to effectively advocate for their children and to partner with professionals to ensure the children and youth grow and learn to their full potential.


CPAC receives many questions about who we are and what we do and don't do. Here are some frequently asked questions about our organization:
» CPAC FAQ 2025
» CPAC FAQ Spanish 2025

WHAT'S NEW

School Climate Guidance - Connecticut Department of Education

The State Department of Education has released guidance on School Climate. The purpose of this guidance is to (1) provide an outline of new school climate legislation required to be implemented in school year 2025-26; (2) provide resources for schools to begin to assess current efforts, artifacts and procedures; (3) facilitate supports to ensure district compliance and best practice implementation; and (4) assist in building welcoming and supportive school climates and cultures.

Read it here: Connecticut School Climate Guidance

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