RMU Trees Network

Generously funded by the Edith L. Trees Charitable Trust, the RMU Trees Network is an important part of the legacy of Joseph Trees and Edith L. Trees, who honor their late son Joe with the founding grant. The Western PA Disability History and Action Consortium created a video about Joe Trees.

 

The grant provides services, resources, and training to enhance supports for children and adolescents with mild, moderate, or severe intellectual disabilities and their families through resources, professional preparation of teachers, continued professional development of teachers and service providers, and direct services to children and families.  

 

The RMU Trees Network creates a system of interconnections for families of children and young adults with intellectual disabilities. 

• Connections to original programming, resources, consultation and counseling

• Leadership and learning opportunities for future special education teachers 

• Professional development for educators, service providers, and families 

• Electronic database of resources and service providers 

• Family support group facilitation 

Through the generous donations of the Trees Foundation, the RMU Trees Network is also able to provide scholarships for RMU students studying to become special education teachers.

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We hope you find this database of resources useful. If you have questions about the Trees Network, the database, or would simply like more information, please contact Vicki Donne at donne@rmu.edu or Deanna Hiltz hiltzd@rmu.edu.