How can parents prepare for an IEP Meeting? (Part 3)
Part 3: We’re talking now about, “After the IEP meeting, how can you stay on top of your child’s IEP and goals?” What if you don’t think your child’s IEP...
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How can parents prepare for an IEP Meeting? (Part 1)
What does being prepared mean or look like? [Listen to Podcast] If your child is part of the special education system, you know that at some point during the year, you’re...
One Way Learning STOPS and Students LOSE
One Way Learning STOPS and Students LOSE I love the quote from Maya Angelou… When you know better… you do better! I wanted to share with you what a teacher...
Beyond the IEP Team: 6 Tips for Parent Participation at School
Parent Participation at School When you have a child with a disability, you’re often very involved with his education. You spend time on the phone with teachers, you’re an active...
ASK Angie ASL + Tips: IEP Meetings
This video demonstrates the ASL signs for common words used for, and throughout, an IEP. Words included in video: Parents, Name, I want, Choices, Learn, Plan, and Success. (Continued on...
Let’s “Get Physical” for your next IEP
The purpose of an IEP, by definition and design, is to incorporate a student-centered curriculum, or elements of a curriculum, that make sense for him or her.
What Are Those Procedural Safeguards
You receive your IEP meeting notice and included are 20 pages of Procedural Safeguards. At the meeting, you are also asked if you want another copy of the Procedural Safeguards....
Did You Know? Your Child’s IEP Case Manager Plays a Vital Role in Your Child’s Success
IEP Case Manager Aside from their unique brilliance, a primary key to your child’s success may be their case manager. The goal of a case manager is to make sure...
What Is Autism? ASA Guide to Diagnosing & Treating Autism
To help Raise awareness on the various disorders, Parenting Special Needs magazine will be highlighting one disorder per issue. In this issue we are highlighting Autism
The Importance of Parents and Professionals Partnering
A Dance That Matters EXCERPT from: Parents and Professionals Partnering for Children with Disabilities: A Dance that Matters THE DANCE TOWARD PARTNERSHIP: Using the Dance Metaphor to Understand Parent‐Professional Partnerships...
