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The First Few Weeks of School: Common Special Education Problems Parents Should Watch For
The school year has started. Everyone has new shoes, new backpacks, new teachers, new schedules… And somewhere in the building, a special education parent is thinking: “Okay. Let’s see how this goes.” Because the first few weeks of school can be exciting. They can also be chaotic. For students receiving special education services, the beginning… Continue reading
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School Calling for an “Early Pick-Up”? Why You Need It Documented as a Suspension 🎒
As a parent of a child with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan, you are likely used to working closely with your child’s school team. But there is one common scenario that catches many well-meaning parents off guard: receiving a phone call from the school asking you to come pick up your… Continue reading
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IEPs: A Deep Dive Into Goals, Services, Accommodations, and What Parents Should Know
If your child has an IEP, you’ve probably received a document that contains enough acronyms, educational terminology, numbers, percentages, and legal language to make your head spin. And then someone hands it to you and says: “Let us know if you have any questions.” Um…I have approximately 47 questions. Let’s start with the most important… Continue reading
