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May 1, 2023 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

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 […]

Filed Under: End of the Year, IEP, Special Education

February 18, 2023 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

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 […]

Filed Under: IDEA 2004, IEP, Special Education, Special Education for Parents

June 5, 2020 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

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.

Filed Under: Talk to the Teacher Tagged With: black lives matter, education equity

May 4, 2020 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

4 Things Parents Need to Document at School

Every parent needs to know these 4 things about their child at school. Learn exactly how to track these essentials easily!

Filed Under: Learning at Home, Talk to the Teacher Tagged With: 504 Plan, Gifted Education, IEP, K-12 education

April 27, 2020 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

Yes! You Can Get 504 Plan Accommodations for Distance Learning!

Learn how to leverage and adapt your child’s 504 Plan for distance learning using these smart tips for parents!

Filed Under: 504 Plan, Learning at Home, Talk to the Teacher Tagged With: 504 Plan, accommodations, distance learning, pandemic

April 23, 2020 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

Solutions for Common Crisis Schooling Issues Parents Face

Make distance learning simpler by tackling these major, and common, issues parents are facing right now! Easy emails to send plus FREE downloads you can use today!

Filed Under: Learning at Home, Talk to the Teacher Tagged With: 504 Plan, IEP, learn at home, pandemic

April 20, 2020 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

9 Easy Ask Accommodations for Distance Learning

Your child’s IEP or 504 Plan can be supported with these super easy to ask for accommodations! They’re also ideas that teachers will be very likely to agree to as well!

Filed Under: Learning at Home, Special Education, Talk to the Teacher Tagged With: 504 Plan, IEP, pandemic

April 13, 2020 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

How to Talk to the Teacher About Your Child’s IEP During the Pandemic

School is currently physically closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, but what’s happening to your child’s IEP right now? Well, that’s going to look different for every child. But you can use these tips to talk to the teacher about your child’s IEP during the pandemic. How to Talk to the Teacher About Your Child’s […]

Filed Under: IEP, Learning at Home, Talk to the Teacher Tagged With: for parents, IEP, learn at home, pandemic

July 11, 2023 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

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 […]

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June 5, 2023 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

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 […]

Filed Under: MilKids, New School, PCS, School Tips for MilKids

May 15, 2023 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

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 […]

Filed Under: Uncategorized

April 3, 2023 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

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 […]

Filed Under: End of the Year, Special Education, Special Education for Parents, Summer Learning

March 22, 2023 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

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 […]

Filed Under: IDEA 2004, IEP, Special Education, Special Education for Parents

March 6, 2023 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

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 […]

Filed Under: IDEA 2004, IEP, Special Education

May 26, 2020 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

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 […]

Filed Under: Summer Learning Tagged With: resources, Summer Learning

May 11, 2020 By Meg Flanagan, M.Ed

Pandemic Safe Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Keep your distance with pandemic safe teacher appreciation gifts that matter – all able to be sent via email!

Filed Under: Family, Gift Guides Tagged With: gifts for teachers

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