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The TOP Mistakes You’re Making at the IEP Table
We've all been there. You're sitting at an IEP meeting, you open your mouth and.... insert your foot. Let's face it IEP meetings often do NOT bring out the best in any of us. Teachers, administrators, therapists and parents too have an off day, get overly emotional or...
Using IEP Accommodations at Home
I realize this sounds completely crazy, but stick with me, it's worth it. I mean you don't run a classroom, you aren't a school. You aren't a social worker or a speech therapist. You do not have an IEP at home... I get it. BUT what if you could make everyone's life a...
When the Holidays are Hard as a Special Needs Parent
There is something about this time of year that gets me all nostalgic. I love Christmas. I love giving, I love teaching my kids about baby Jesus, I love the cheesy music and the traditions. Growing up, we didn't live near much family so I CRAVED the day that I'd have...
Writing Effective IEP Goals
Digging deeper into IEP goals is hard! So often you come to the table prepared with your parent input statement, your services and minutes, the giant list of accommodations... and then you get to goals and it seems ok, so you just move on! I get it! I've been there....
What to do Before, During and After your IEP Meeting.
Parents are always asking me what their role is in an IEP meeting, how they can prepare and what to do afterwards. Here are a few tips for you to use to take control and boost confidence in your next school meeting. Check out the video below and share with friends!...
IEP VS. 504 What’s the deal?
I am often asked “which is better a 504 Plan or an IEP?” My answer always starts with “it depends.” It's a hard question to answer, because they both serve different purposes and have their own strengths depending on your child. Both are detailed plans, created by...
