Category: Special Education

“My favorite thing about supporting families is seeing their wins. It's incredibly rewarding to teach them how [the various systems] work and see them take on what Undivided is recommending for them and get so many amazing things for their child.” - Kelly, Undivided Navigator. Get your first two sessions free→ This week: a guide ...

In this Undivided Voices episode, non-attorney education advocate Lisa Carey shares how to spot the signs, ask the right questions, and create a plan that truly supports your child’s needs. Whether you’re facing challenges with accommodations, progress, or just that gut feeling something’s off, Lisa offers practical, empowering steps to help you advocate with confidence ...

In a recent survey, we heard that 54% percent of parents didn’t know if their child was eligible for California’s new alternative pathway to a diploma, and 52% of parents hadn’t discussed high school graduation options with their IEP teams. We wanted to address some common questions about high school graduation options, the alternative pathway ...

Dr. Caitlin Solone, education advocate, teacher educator, and faculty at UCLA, offers suggestions for crafting inclusive IEP goals for your child, including how to make sure your child isn't removed from the general education classroom for "goal work," how your goals can support more inclusive opportunities for your child in special education, the red flags ...

Related services like assistive technology, therapies, parent training, nursing services, vision services, 1:1 aide support, and more help students meet their IEP goals, make progress in the general education curriculum, and participate in school activities alongside peers with and without disabilities. But they often come with a lot of questions: how do we know which ...

“I just love IEP assessments!” said no parent ever. While thoughtful, strengths-based assessments are essential for building an IEP that truly reflects your child’s strengths, goals, and needs, the process can feel overwhelming: your child is evaluated by someone who may not fully understand how they think and learn, then you’re handed pages of reports …

As parents, we know the transition to a new school year can be overwhelming as you help your child prepare for so many changes. We get it because we’ve been there, and we know what would have made our parenting journey easier! Together with parents, professionals, special education experts, and engineers, we’ve built an all-in-one ...

On October 1, 2025, a federal government shutdown began in response to the failure of Congress to pass a spending bill for the new year. What does this mean for families? For children with disabilities in California, most of their services and benefits are California state programs, and the California state government remains open and ...

Questions about your child’s accommodation and school support? Talk to an Undivided Navigator! Membership plans start at just $9/month after the free trial, and scholarships are available. Get your first two sessions with a Navigator free→ Every child learns differently, and the right accommodations can make all the difference. By changing how kids learn, accommodations …

With various budget decisions happening at the federal and state level that affect families raising kids with disabilities in California, we wanted to share recent updates with the Undivided community. We've received requests from families to keep them informed, and you can always follow us on social media (@undividedapp) where we post updates when we ...