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Now that backpacks are stuffed with folders and fidget toys, and routines are (mostly) in place, it’s the perfect moment to pause and check in on something big: your child’s IEP. You worked hard to get that plan just right — but here’s the truth: an IEP only matters if it’s actually being followed and …

IEPs are full of surprises — even for parents who’ve been through a few meetings. With so many details to prioritize, it’s easy to get disoriented: subtle rights in the paperwork, small accommodations that make a huge difference, feeling stuck when the team says your child “can’t” do something, or questions you never thought to …

“Over the years, I’ve met with countless caregivers, therapists, and educators that are under the assumption that children with disabilities can’t understand relationships or aren’t able to learn complex social skills. The general feeling is that it’s just too hard to teach! On the contrary, if provided with the opportunity, the proper materials and learning …

Back-to-school season means more than new teachers and schedules — it’s all the big and small ways we try to keep our kids safe, healthy, and regulated every day. And as our kids grow, each new school year brings fresh (and sometimes overwhelming) challenges. Wouldn’t it be great if there were a guidebook for handling …

As the school year wraps up and summer vacation looms, we know it’s easy for parents to feel like they’re juggling a million things, especially when it comes to your child’s IEP. Is the clock ticking down and you’re stressing about getting that IEP signed before the final bell rings? Or maybe your child’s big …

Have you ever tried to explain your child’s needs to a school team or doctor, only to realize they’ve never even heard of the disability? Or maybe you’re still figuring it out yourself — learning terms like “low incidence,” “CVI,” or “O&M,” and wondering how all of it fits into your child’s IEP? If that …

Have you ever walked into an IEP meeting and been met with an overly negative attitude from anyone on the IEP team? ? Or maybe you notice the team is pushing for goals that are too focused on “functional” skills instead of academic or developmental goals? ?And, of course, maybe you’ve heard the classic: “Your …

If you’re parenting a child with autism (or any developmental disability), you know it can be so much more than making them their favorite breakfast, putting on their favorite backpack, and getting them to school in the morning. We’re constantly hoping they feel seen, supported, and connected — whether they’re bonding with a friend over …

Have you ever left an IEP meeting or parent-teacher conference feeling like inclusion just isn’t possible for your child? As parents, we all want our kids to have a childhood filled with the diverse experiences, learning, and activities as their peers. But when it comes to inclusive education for kids with disabilities, it’s not always …