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Information is power. Dig in to learn more about your child’s exceptionality as well as the world of specialized education.
Every official IEP meeting must include a full IEP team. IDEA (the Individuals with Education Act) describes who must be present. IDEA (at §300.321) describes the IEP team as including…
Time to Get Smart Whether your child has an IEP or a 504, you have goals you want them to achieve at school. While 504 plans don’t have specific…
You don’t have to face your child’s IEP team alone. Many parents of children in special education programs understand the purpose of a lawyer in the IEP process. If your…
504 Team: Connection and Collaboration We’ve talked about conflict with IEP teams, and a 504 plan team is no different. From time to time, the 504 team may have disagreements,…
504 Plan Basics Many parents are encouraged to consider 504 plans when their child needs extra support. Often, this leads to questions. What Exactly Is a 504 Plan?…
Conflict Resolution with 504 Plans If you’re experiencing 504 plan conflicts about how the plan is written or implemented, you have options. Each option requires different things of you when…
Special Education Terms Glossary: Volume 1 FAPE. LRE. IDEA. BIP. FBA. Too many special education terms to memorize? Trying to figure out the difference between an IEP and…
The Root of Dysgraphia: Motor Skill Barriers Why do children with dysgraphia struggle so much with their handwriting? It’s because they lack directional sense and awareness. his is needed for controlling…
IEP Goals for Dysgraphia and Dyscalculia If your child has been diagnosed, putting dysgraphia and dyscalculia IEP goals into the IEP is necessary. An Individual Education Plan (IEP) is needed…
The Impact of ADHD at School ADHD at school can impact learning in many ways, starting with executive functions. Executive Functions are the conductors of the mind/body orchestra. First,…
ADHD Support at School: Strengths & Limitations Implementing the correct ADHD support in the classroom will help your child achieve his or her educational goals. By federal law, kids…
What is ADHD? Definitions and Details What is ADHD? Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) appears in 11–15% of school-age children. Over 75% of kids impacted have continued symptoms in adulthood. ADHD…
What is “Stimming,” Or Self-Stimulatory Behavior? Several children have self-stimulatory behavior, also known as stimming or self-stimulation. Most people associate this with children on the autism spectrum, while children…
Approaches to Therapy and Education in Autism Autism and the IEP: How does Autism fit in? A diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) brings about many feelings for…
Related but Separate: Autism and Sensory Issues Most people know that Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are two separate diagnoses. However, autism and sensory issues…
What is Sensory Sensitivity? Does your child have a sensory disorder? Often times, students with disabilities suffer from sensory sensitivity, which makes functioning in a school setting very difficult….
The Importance of Sensory Supports at School School-based sensory supports are an important part of ensuring success. If your child requires therapeutic responses to sensory triggers, noting these in…
Types of Sensory Disorders There can be many types of sensory triggers, and any one of them might impact your child. Most types of sensory disorders stem from sensitivities related…
Identifying Communication Weaknesses and Strengths Oftentimes, children with learning impairments display communication weaknesses. Some may have strengths in certain areas but struggle in others. Understanding common communication weaknesses and…
Speech and Language Activities at Home If your child struggles with an impairment, it’s important to incorporate speech and language activities into daily life. One of the most important…
The Impact of Speech and Language Difficulties Speech and language difficulties can be incredibly frustrating to manage for your child. Imagine knowing the answer to a question but being…
