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Family Cohort Network

The Family Cohort Network is an extension of the Family Advocacy Network (FAN), designed to strengthen family engagement across Mississippi’s public school system. This initiative supports regional Family Engagement Cohorts that promote the inclusion of families and K–12 students, particularly those with developmental disabilities.

The primary goal of the cohorts is to foster a peer-to-peer support network that emphasizes shared experiences and the development of self-advocacy skills. Each cohort is facilitated by a regional Parent Facilitator, who collaborates with families to select relevant training topics, conduct community outreach, and organize and lead cohort meetings. This program is provided by a collaborative grant through the Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities.

For more information, contact Amy Rhods, Family Engagement and Education Coordinator, at FAN@usm.edu or 601.266.5270.