One of the biggest questions is: How do I know when there are problems at school? This can be very hard to tease out, honestly. Let’s break down how to spot school problems early. Why is Trouble at School Hard to Spot? Figuring out that something isn’t quite right at school, whether it’s grades or […]
How to Track IEP Goals and Assessments Efficiently
Doing a data or document deep dive is excellent and a great start, but it’s what you do next that can help your child get the most out of their IEP. Knowing what’s in the IEP is good, and keeping track of all the details is better. When you track IEP goals over time, you […]
Key Steps for IEP Review Before School Starts
Before your child heads back to school, it is important to do a complete IEP review. This plan will be in place from Day 1 of the new school year. Knowing where your child should be receiving instruction, their instructional or service minutes, IEP goals, and accommodations is vital to staying on top of compliance. […]
Special Education Success Starts with Hello
Make the most of Meet the Teacher night with these tips for parents of kids in special ed! Learn how to build trust, ask the right questions, and start the year with clear communication and confidence.
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3 Easy Steps to Find a School Post-PCS
Where is the cat? Have you seen the blue mug? For goodness sake, where is your brother?!!?! PCSing is a super stressful time. Just making sure all of your children and pets arrive in one piece is a lot of work. Add in your actual stuff, and it’s easy to be overwhelmed. Now, on top […]
Build Your Military Child’s School PCS Binder
Oh no! Your military family is moving this summer, which means new schools. Never fear! We’re going to share an easy way to build your military child’s School PCS Binder! Just a reminder: nothing on this website or in this article is considered to be or should be construed as legal advice. I am not […]
18 Easy Ways to Strengthen Your IEP ASAP
The school year is winding down, which is exactly the right time to finish strong with an IEP! We’re breaking down easy ways to strengthen your IEP before June. Just a reminder: nothing on this website or in this article is considered to be or should be construed as legal advice. I am not a […]
Don’t Forget to Schedule Your End of Year IEP Meeting!
Eek! It’s May and the end of the year is, well, here. Don’t let the school year stop without an IEP meeting to wrap things up. Learn how to finish strong with tips and tricks that you can use today. Just a reminder: nothing on this website or in this article is considered to be […]
5 Tips to Understand Extended School Year
Special education doesn’t stop just because it’s summer vacation. Extended school year, or ESY, is a continuation of your child’s IEP when school is out of session. But it doesn’t just happen. Here’s what you need to know. 5 Tips to Understand Extended School Year Just a reminder: nothing on this website or in this […]
What Happens After You Request IEP Evaluations?
You’ve requested IEP evaluations. But what happens next? Learn how the process unfolds in clear, easy-to-understand language. What Happens After You Request IEP Evaluations? Just a reminder: nothing on this website or in this article is considered to be or should be construed as legal advice. I am not a lawyer and am not qualified […]
Why IEP Policies Matter for Your Child
IEP policies matter for your child. They are a crucial tool in negotiating the best educational plan possible. Let’s break down how to find them and how to leverage IEP policies in your favor. IEP Policies are a Crucial Tool at the Special Education Table Friendly reminder: nothing written on this blog is or should […]
3 Lies You Hear at IEP Meetings (and What to Do About Them)
We’ve all heard them, pat phrases that are used to dismiss or deny disabled students equitable education. These IEP sayings, like “We don’t do that here”, are so common. But it’s time to debunk and reframe what you’re hearing so that your child can succeed at school. Lies You Might Hear at IEP Meetings Just […]
Teaching IS Political Action
Teaching children the truth about ourselves and our country is never more important than right now. Teaching is political in that we are the front line workers to change the future.
Easily Make the Most of Summer Learning
Summer 2020. We had such high hopes for this summer vacation as an actual time off from school and active learning. Except that now kids have been distance learning since March. With such drastic changes in education, many families are now wondering how they can make the most of summer learning. How Every Family Can […]
Pandemic Safe Teacher Appreciation Gifts
Keep your distance with pandemic safe teacher appreciation gifts that matter – all able to be sent via email!
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