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 […]
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 […]
What Can ADHD Look Like in a Classroom Setting?
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Reading Disabilities In The World Of Special Education
Disability in Reading A student with a disability in Reading might find challenges with reading comprehension, reading fluency, or both. A reading disability can fall under the category of “Specific Learning Disability” as defined in IDEA Section 1401 (30). Reading Comprehension Reading comprehension is understanding the meaning behind what is read. If a student struggles with […]
What Are Compensatory Special Education Services?
Compensatory Special Education Services If your school district does not provide your child the special education services they are required to, you may be eligible for Compensatory Education Services. What is Compensatory Education? Compensatory education is extra education support needed for your child to make up for special education services that have been lost when service […]
My Passion is Special Education Advocacy
Special Education Advocacy I love my job! Join me in the world of special education. Visit the Round Table Advocacy website and learn more about me, advocacy, and my services. Then, schedule a free initial consultation! Visit Home Page Me, and my passion Hello, I am Leah Sansone. I am a special education professional. I […]