Three Important Special Education Acronyms
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Self Advocacy: Its Importance in The Special Education Realm
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Make Sure Your Child’s IEP is Actually Individualized
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Special Education: Tracking Discipline In The Classroom
A school isn’t responsible to track exclusionary discipline if a parent agrees to take the child home and no paperwork is filed when the school calls to report a behavior incident. MYTH!!! Special Education Myth or Fact? Busted… If a request is made for you to remove your child from school while school is in […]
Special Education Knowledge: Section 504 and IEP Plans
Special Education MYTH MYTH BUSTED! Protections under Section 504 of the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) apply to students with IEPs. When Do 504 Rights Apply To An IEP Student? ALWAYS! The anti-discrimination rules of 504 law always apply, and to anyone with a disability that significantly impacts their daily life. Public schools and other […]
Special Education: Transition Into The Workforce With Better IEP Goals
Transition From High School Into Adulthood As your child progresses through high school, the IEP team must begin to discuss preparation for post-graduation endeavors. Transition From High School I have previously discussed the importance of transition plans when your child changes grades/schools. It is just as important that their IEP include goals and plans for […]
Auditory Processing Disorder: How To Adapt In The Classroom
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IEP Meetings: How To Drive The Best Results
IEP Meetings: How To Get The Best Results IEP meetings can be intense, emotional, frustrating, confusing, even nerve-racking! Regardless, your active participation in IEP discussions and decisions is key. IEP Meetings: Getting Results Team IEP meetings are where decisions regarding your child’s educational environment are made. This will include key determinations surrounding: services, accommodations, modifications, […]
Special Ed: Nonverbal Learning Challenges In The Classroom
Nonverbal Learning Challanges Nonverbal Learning challenges involve “non-language-based” skills such as motor, visual-spatial, comprehension, or social skills. Nonverbal Learning Challanges Nonverbal Learning Challenges involve “non-language-based” skills such as motor, visual-spatial, comprehension, or social skills. A child with these challenges may likely experience struggles in school. Nonverbal learning difficulties are common in conjunction with many formal […]
Special Education: The Need For Inclusive Physical Education
Inclusive School Physical Education All students, regardless of ability, should get the recommended 60 minutes or more of daily physical activity. Schools can help all students meet this recommendation by providing equal opportunities for students with disabilities. Inclusion in Physical Education Class Inclusion at school means that regardless of ability or disability, a student has […]